DU has a University Advisory Board, which includes representatives from external stakeholders such as: industry, employers, government organisations and community. The board is chaired by the Vice Chancellor and consist of nine other members. The board normally meets once every year and provides a forum for interaction with these stakeholders and their involvement in the planning process for the development of the University.

In line with University Advisory Board, DU has established College Advisory Boards in all its Colleges, which also include representatives from external stakeholders such as: industry, employers, government organisations and community. These boards normally meet twice every year and provide a forum for interaction with these stakeholders and their involvement in the planning process, especially during program review and development of new academic programs.