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Events
Welcome to the events section.
This page includes the five most recent IRU Forums or Conferences. Go to the specific page - IRU Forums or Conferences - for a complete listing.
IRU holds a range of staff forums each year. The Conferences listed on this website are external conferences which the IRU has endorsed and for which staff from IRU member universities receive a 10% discount.
Recruitment & Retention of International Academic Talent
27 August 2013 - 28 August 2013
L’Aqua, Cockle Bay, Darling Harbour
Attracting & retaining high-calibre academics internationally
Due to globalisation universities are struggling to compete internationally in attracting and retaining talented academics. It is essential for universities to source international academics to develop their institution, advance participation in high quality research, increase rankings and generate greater student enrolments.
Transforming Assessment in a Digital Era
31 July 2013 - 1 August 2013
RACV City Club, Melbourne
Revolutioninsing assessment approaches across Australian universities
Financial & Resource Planning in Universities
30 July 2013 - 31 July 2013
Rydges, Melbourne
As the higher education environment becomes more competitive, universities must develop strategies to do more with fewer resources.…
The National Higher Education Faculty Leadership and Governance Conference 2013
16 July 2013 - 17 July 2013
The Grace Hotel, Sydney
Addressing the Unique Skillset Required to Perform and
Succeed in Leadership Roles in Academic Divisions, Faculties and
Schools within Higher Education
Liquid Learning is delighted to present the Faculty Leadership and
Governance Forum, the prem…
2013 Senior Staff Forum
10 July 2013 - 12 July 2013
Hosted by Charles Darwin University
Information coming soon.…
Measuring & Maximising Research Impact
26 June 2013 - 27 June 2013
CQ Functions, Melbourne
As the Australian Research Council examines the need for a national assessment of research impact, Australian universities must look to preparing themselves for this system. Understanding why and how to assess the impact of research, and implementing strategies to improve the commercial and societal benefits of research, is vital for universities.
Improving Student Retention & Success
26 June 2013 - 27 June 2013
L’Aqua, Cockle Bay, Darling Harbour
Supporting students to successful completion…
The Higher Education Fundraising and Philanthropy Forum 2013
25 June 2013 - 26 June 2013
The Grace Hotel, Sydney
Developing and Implementing Internal and External Engagement Strategies to Promote the Development of Philanthropic and Fundraising Activity within the Higher Education Sector…
The 3rd Annual National Higher Education Communication Officers’ Conference 2013
18 June 2013 - 19 June 2013
Sydney
Increasing the Effectiveness of Communication Strategies
for the Complex and Evolving Operating Environment of Higher
Education Institutions
Liquid Learning is delighted to present the 3rd Annual National
Higher Education Communication Officers'…
The 3rd Annual Higher Education Executive Officers' Conference 2013
18 June 2013 - 19 June 2013
The Grace Hotel, Sydney
Tools, Advice and Case Studies for Higher Education Executive Officers to Add Maximum Value to the Diverse Range of Stakeholders Within Their Influence…
The National Higher Education Faculty Research Summit 2013
22 May 2013 - 23 May 2013
Pullman Sydney Hyde Park
Promoting Research Excellence and Innovation in Higher Education Faculties…
The 11th Annual Higher Education Summit
20 May 2013 - 21 May 2013
Sydney Harbour Marriott, Sydney
Now in its 11th Year, the annual Higher Education Summit will be an important date to examine policy and reform issues impacting the future of…
The 2nd Annual Higher Education Executive Assistant Summit 2013
9 April 2013 - 10 April 2013
The Sebel Surry Hills, Sydney
The 2nd Annual Higher Education Executive Assistant Summit builds on the success of last year's inaugural event by examining in more detail the attributes Executive Support professionals require to best enhance the output of their Executive. Increasingly faced with…
Social Media Marketing in Tertiary Education
19 February 2013 - 20 February 2013
LAqua, Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney
More than half of all Australians own a smartphone and almost a fifth own a tablet. Social media is critical for reaching the tech- savvy generations.…
The Higher Education Women's Leadership Summit 2013
11 February 2013 - 13 February 2013
Pullman Sydney Hyde Park
Developing, Promoting and Enabling Successful Senior Female Leadership Within Higher Education…

