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19 March 2024 (12pm – 1:30pm AEDT)
Online
Higher Education governance is a fundamental component of successful university management and development. In a competitive market with ever-expanding governance and compliance requirements for education providers, it is paramount that higher education staff have a basic understanding of the regulatory framework for higher education providers as administered by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA). This 90-minute online session provides a high-level introduction to the essentials of university governance in Australia.
By attending this session you will:
21 March 2024 (10am – 1:30pm NZDT)
Online
This workshop will give you the map you have been looking for to navigate the unfamiliar terrain that is our sector and build bridges with your academic and professional colleagues, the map that will help you to maximise your contribution to the university and the wider sector.
This 3.5-hour workshop has been designed to be interactive with plenty of opportunities for discussion with your colleagues.
At the end of the session, you will feel more CONNECTED to the sector, ENGAGED with your colleagues, so your career can THRIVE.
You will understand:
25 March 2024 (12-1pm AEDT)
Online
Please join us for the first Open AAIR event of 2024, which is aimed at helping you understand what value we hope you will receive by being a member of AAIR, and ensuring we are maximising that value for you.
During this session, we plan to:
By running our Open AAIR events online, we hope to build wider, stronger, and better connections with our community, particularly with those who may not be able to attend the annual forum in person.
Everyone is welcome to join this session and we look forward to seeing you there.
Pricing:
8 April 2024 (12–1pm AEST / 2–3pm NZST)
Online
Presenter: Phil Stevens, Principal Consultant, Altis Consulting
Power BI is the most widely used data visualisation tool on the market, especially within the higher education sector. This is because of the flexibility of the tool and the ‘ease of use’ it gives to businesses with any level of ability in creating data visualisations. It also only takes a rudimentary level of data literacy to be able to load data into the tool and create tables and graphs of information. Much like most things in life though, the more popular something becomes, the more it is used in different ways and diverted away from its original design or purpose.
Is Power BI not working for you at the moment? Perhaps it’s not you or the tool that is the issue here, it’s how it’s being implemented or used. In this webinar, I will take you through some Power BI success stories, as well as provide insights into the ‘best practice’ way to use this powerful, often misunderstood tool.
Pricing: FREE
9 and 11 April 2024 (11am – 2:30pm AEST)
Online
Are you stepping into the world of institutional policy for the first time? Are you eager to hone your skills in crafting policy documents and understanding best practices in their development, review, and management?
Join our Policy Skills Workshop and discover the keys to writing clear and concise policy documents, running an efficient policy development/review process, and mastering the art of effective policy management within your institution.
This will be an interactive session using examples from the policy documents of participants’ institutions in learning activities.
30 April 2024 (12–3pm AEST)
Online
“Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.” – Simon Sinek
We are surrounded by change in the workplace – everyday managers and teams navigate small, large and massive change – some planned and some not. It’s critical that team leaders and managers have the skills to lead their teams successfully through these waves of change.
This program will empower you with the knowledge, frameworks and strategic thinking needed to lead transformation initiatives successfully. It will help you build and finesse your approach to leading change and develop skills in supporting both yourself and your team through turbulent times.
As part of this program, you will connect with like-minded managers and leaders from diverse tertiary education backgrounds. Share insights, learn from real-world experiences, and build a network that extends far beyond the session.
1 May 2024 (12pm – 1:30pm AEST)
Online
Transforming compliance from a bureaucratic exercise to a strategic asset for excellence. This workshop not only explores the ‘why’ but also equips you with practical insights on ‘how’ to seamlessly integrate compliance into your everyday work.
Ever felt overwhelmed by the bureaucratic maze of compliance requirements in your role? Or maybe you are struggling to ensure processes and people are compliant with the multitude of laws, regulations, policies and procedures that apply to our sector.
Fiona, our expert facilitator, will demystify the concept of compliance, explain its significance, and guide you on integrating compliance into your daily tasks and across the wider organisation. You will gain a deeper understanding of the benefits of a compliance culture and master the critical steps for meeting institutional requirements, including the importance of maintaining credible evidence.
8 May 2024 (12–3pm AEST)
Online
“The art of life is a constant readjustment to our surroundings.” – Kakuzo Okakura
Every day we experience and navigate multiple changes. Some are subtle and may not have major impact – think about your train to work being a few minutes late. But others are significant and will have impact on how you live and work. In an increasingly fast-paced and complex work environment, organisational change is all around us.
In this program, participants will learn the fundamentals of change management and reflect on how they can identify and navigate the breadth of changes within their area/organisation.
Participants will step out of their day-to-day work environment and connect with colleagues from the wider sector who are going through a similar experience. In a safe and supportive space, they will have the opportunity to reflect on how to apply new skills and respond to change in their specific context.
16 May 2024 (12pm – 3:30pm AEST)
Online
Are you looking to navigate the complex world of student administration? Look no further than this interactive online workshop!
This workshop has been designed to introduce you to the legislative and regulatory context of student administration work in Australian universities, the key phases of the student lifecycle, and the interconnectedness of processes which make this field highly transferable across the sector. The session commences with an overview of curriculum development and management, moving through the processes of admissions, enrolments, student fees, timetabling and assessment, culminating in graduation, with key observations on calendars and relevant policy throughout.
The session builds on some of the general information introduced as part of ATEM’s Introduction to the Australian Higher Education Sector, and will offer opportunities for interaction and discussion with fellow participants, the presenter and guest experts in the field. We will explore the impact and influence you can have on your institution as a student administration specialist, concluding with a discussion as to whether ‘student administration’ is still an appropriate term for our work in the modern university, and if/how it can/should be distinguished from the more holistic ‘student lifecycle’ and ‘student services’ terminologies.
23 May and 13 June 2024
Online
Gone are the days of the finance professional being stuck in a back-office crunching numbers that no-one else seems to understand or even care about.
Now it is all about partnering with the business and creating value. But how do we do that without getting looks of confusion or disinterest that are all too common when we have financial information to share.
Karma will take us on a journey over two sessions, sharing her own stories and taking participants through activities and discussions that will boost the confidence and ability of finance professionals to better tell the stories behind the numbers, and increase the value they provide to the business.
30 July 2024 (12–3pm AEST)
Online
“The art of life is a constant readjustment to our surroundings.” – Kakuzo Okakura
Every day we experience and navigate multiple changes. Some are subtle and may not have major impact – think about your train to work being a few minutes late. But others are significant and will have impact on how you live and work. In an increasingly fast-paced and complex work environment, organisational change is all around us.
In this program, participants will learn the fundamentals of change management and reflect on how they can identify and navigate the breadth of changes within their area/organisation.
Participants will step out of their day-to-day work environment and connect with colleagues from the wider sector who are going through a similar experience. In a safe and supportive space, they will have the opportunity to reflect on how to apply new skills and respond to change in their specific context.
8 August, 26 September & 7 November 2024 (11am – 3:30pm AEST then AEDT)
Online
Do you want to write crystal-clear policy documents? Does your institution struggle with too many, over-detailed, out-of-date policies and procedures? Would you like to know how to lead transformation of your institution’s policy framework and policy suite?
This course will enable you to learn and integrate a state-of-the-art approach to institutional policy development/review, policy writing, policy framework policies and policy management.
Across three workshops and a six-hour package of individual editing and coaching, participants will assess their current policy projects against a best practice model, apply the model in real-world learning activities, and integrate rigorous plain-language writing and editing into their professional practice.
14 August 2024 (12–2pm AEST)
Online
Looking to build confidence in your networking skills? This workshop is for you. Dr Fiona Scotney is a skilled networker with years of practice in the art of building meaningful connections and nurturing professional relationships. Imagine being able to transform your meet and greets into authentic connections which are mutually beneficial, personally and professionally.
20 August 2024 (12pm – 3pm AEST)
Online
“Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.” – Simon Sinek
We are surrounded by change in the workplace – everyday managers and teams navigate small, large and massive change – some planned and some not. It’s critical that team leaders and managers have the skills to lead their teams successfully through these waves of change.
This program will empower you with the knowledge, frameworks and strategic thinking needed to lead transformation initiatives successfully. It will help you build and finesse your approach to leading change and develop skills in supporting both yourself and your team through turbulent times.
As part of this program, you will connect with like-minded managers and leaders from diverse tertiary education backgrounds. Share insights, learn from real-world experiences, and build a network that extends far beyond the session.
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