SASORD is an independent academic institution with its own governing body in the form of Board of Directors (BOD) that comprise experienced academicians and development professionals of Nepal. The BOD provides overall leadership, policy and strategic guidance and supervision. An Academic Advisory Council (AAC) consisting of eminent national and international scholars will be engaged in ensuring quality education and learning. SASORD will pull qualified and experienced expertise globally as faculty members in teaching, research and other academic services. 

Salient features of SASORD 
Management and faculty comprises of world renowned scholars, researchers and development experts.
Provision for guest lecturers from around the world to address persisting and relevant local, regional and global issues. 
New programmes and participatory methods of teaching and learning. Spacious library, online services, student societies and extra activities. 

Opportunities to work as an intern in national and international organizations as part of course curriculum and field work.
Individual counselling, career counselling and advisory support for students.
Various trainings related to employment opportunities, personal, professional development and personal transformation, etc.
Student exchange programs with foreign universities.