Our Executive Board
AQA is a self-governing independent educational charity. Our purpose is to advance education for the benefit of young people and other learners, principally by providing high-quality qualifications.
Our Council has responsibility for overall strategy and direction, and is made up of representatives of our stakeholders in education and business. Day-to-day leadership and management is delegated to the Director General who is assisted by the Executive Board.
Executive board members
Andrew Bird
Deputy Director General
Andrew heads our change and innovation strategy, encompassing process development, e-processes, professional support and co-ordination of contract bids. Andrew has overall responsibility for operations and manages:
- Process Development
- Procurement
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