Busitema University Council serves as the highest authority responsible for executing the University's administrative goals and functions. As a founding member of the esteemed Big Ten consortium, the University maintains multiple campuses across Busia, Tororo, Soroti, Pallisa, Namasagalli, and Arapai. Professor William Bazeyo currently holds the position of Chairperson Council
Busitema University Council consists of different stakeholders among them prominent public and business people, and a representation from the University Staff, and students.
The Council functions through one (1) board and four (5) committees