Guided by its institutional motto of “Diligence and Simplicity, Pursuit of Excellence,” Ming Chi University of Technology (MCUT) incorporates integrity governance, legal compliance, academic ethics, grievance mechanisms, internal control, and responsible procurement into its university governance framework. These mechanisms serve as an important foundation for maintaining campus fairness and administrative discipline. Through meetings at various levels, committees, and administrative procedures, MCUT promotes teaching, research, student counseling, procurement, and administrative management in accordance with applicable laws and internal regulations, ensuring that university operations comply with integrity and regulatory requirements.

Integrity Governance and Legal Compliance

Under its “Regulations and Grievance Mechanisms,” MCUT discloses information related to academic ethics and regulations, gender equality, grievance mechanisms, and legal compliance, which serve as the basis for maintaining a culture of integrity and fair governance on campus. These systems apply to the teaching, research, administrative, and learning activities of faculty, staff, and students, and cover areas such as research ethics, campus equality, grievance handling, and legal compliance. Through clearly defined rules and codes of conduct, MCUT strengthens campus members’ awareness of integrity and responsibility.

Grievance and Concern Reporting Mechanisms

To ensure that faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders can promptly express their opinions and concerns, MCUT has established various communication and grievance channels, including the President’s Mailbox, email, official website, and relevant administrative contact points. In 2024, the university mailbox received one grievance submitted by a faculty or staff member, and the case was accepted and handled in accordance with established procedures.

Through its grievance and feedback mechanisms, MCUT is able to accept, assess, and follow up on potential violations, management deficiencies, rights-related concerns, or improper conduct. These mechanisms help protect the rights and interests of faculty, staff, and students while continuously improving internal communication and the quality of administrative services.

Internal Control and Audit System

n line with Ministry of Education policies, MCUT implements an internal control system. Based on the “Regulations Governing the Implementation of Internal Control Systems by School Foundations and Their Private Schools” and the university’s internal control system, MCUT has formulated relevant operating guidelines and established an internal audit team. The internal control system aims to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen administrative procedures, ensure legal compliance, and reduce operational risks.

MCUT’s internal audit system operates through a “three-cycle” mechanism, including self-inspection and evaluation by administrative units, administrative audits conducted by business units on other units, and internal control audits carried out by the internal audit team. From Academic Years 2021 to 2023, MCUT conducted a total of 47 internal audits and issued 268 recommendations. All identified deficiencies were addressed and corrected.

This internal control system helps identify potential risks in administrative procedures, financial management, procurement operations, legal compliance, and university governance at an early stage. Through continuous follow-up and improvement, it reduces the possibility of fraud, improper use of funds, or procedural violations.

Sustainable Responsible Procurement and Supplier Integrity Management

In terms of procurement governance, MCUT regards “sustainable responsible procurement” as part of its university governance framework, emphasizing procurement quality, supplier communication, and sustainability responsibility. The university maintains stable partnerships with suppliers associated with its parent group and has established supplier communication and feedback mechanisms through email, official websites, and the supplier response and inquiry channels of the Formosa Plastics Group Procurement Department.

In addition to considering quality, price, and actual needs, MCUT has gradually incorporated environmental and social responsibility considerations into its procurement practices. The university gives priority to green products with certifications or labels such as the Green Mark, Energy Label, Water Conservation Label, Green Building Material Label, Carbon Footprint Label, and Carbon Reduction Label, thereby aligning procurement procedures with its sustainable governance objectives.

Looking ahead, MCUT will continue to strengthen its anti-corruption and integrity governance system. Through legal compliance, internal audits, grievance reporting, responsible procurement, and information disclosure, the university will reduce potential integrity risks in university administration and procurement processes. At the same time, MCUT will continue to review the effectiveness of its management systems and strengthen faculty, staff, and students’ awareness of integrity, ethics, conflict-of-interest avoidance, and legal compliance, thereby shaping a transparent, fair, and accountable campus governance culture.