President of the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila

The President oversees the policy implementation, guide the institution towards the realization of its vision-mission, as well as monitor and administer the overall affairs of the PLM, including its three major functions - instruction, research and community extension services.

[1] After the election of the President, the Chairman of the Board of Regents is tasked to formally conduct a presidential investiture liturgy.

[1] The investiture liturgy consists of formal features like the turnover of the mace of authority and power by the chairman, and the presentation of the academic collar composed of linked gold coins stamped with the logo of the university.

[3] It also showcases the rich tradition and culture of the Filipinos through dance, music and colorful costumes.

"[1] The first investiture liturgy happened on February 10, 1968, when Mayor Antonio J. Villegas turned over the Mace of Authority and Power to Dr. Benito F. Reyes, the first President of the PLM.