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Graduate Research School launch and ACU Three Minute Thesis final
News 11 SeptemberJoin us online to officially launch the ACU Graduate Research School on Thursday 19 September and celebrate the winners of ACU Three Minute Thesis Final.
Listed below are a number of professional development programs which are offered by ACU or are available through external providers across the tertiary education sector.
Staff are encouraged to review learning opportunities and to liaise with their supervisor if they are interested in participating. You can register through the links provided. If you have any questions, please contact Capabilities and Development at learninggs@acu.edu.au.
The University supports staff learning and eligible staff can apply for Study Support for a nationally-recognised award course of study from a public or private provider (subject to eligibility criteria). For more information on Study Support visit the HR website.
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ACU offers a number professional development programs for staff, run by in-house trainers. There is no cost for attendance for these programs, and all interested continuing and fixed-term staff are encouraged to register.
Melbourne: 2 March
This one-day program facilitated by the Maura Fay Group explores how to communicate successfully in the many different situations encountered in the workplace; clarifying purpose and creating an environment conducive to sharing ideas and possibility.
Video Conference: 7 March
The DISC Profile is the most widely used behavioural model in the world. Effective and productive teams need a mixture of different behavioural types, each person being in a position to make a real contribution; given their unique strengths, knowledge, skills and experience.
Melbourne: 16 March
Providing regular feedback and coaching is well known for improving results in employee performance and engagement. It is a key foundation skill for all managers, yet many people leaders still avoid engaging in regular feedback and coaching conversations.
Brisbane: 29 March, 30 March; Melbourne: 28 March; North Sydney: 23 March
ACU Project Management Model and its key components. This session will benefit people who manage projects and are interested in providing input to the revision of the ACU Project Management Model. It is also intended for those who want to quickly gain an understanding of the important principles of project management and how to apply them.
Hiring to Make a Change – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples EmploymentVideo Conference: 30 March
Lunchbox Session: You can make a difference with recruitment practices that support employment equity.
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ACU is excited to announce the launch of the Diploma in Languages. It will be offered collaboratively by the Faculty of Education and Arts and ACU International, with the language units taught through the ACU Language Centres.
Initially the languages available will be Italian and Spanish - driven by the development of ACU’s Rome Campus and by partnerships with prestigious Catholic universities in Latin America, such as The Pontifical Catholic University of Chile in Santiago – one of the highest ranking universities in Latin America. Click here for more information.
* Please note: ACU staff can attend language classes as audit students if you would like the benefit of classes without the additional pressure of assessments and exams. Short introductory classes for staff planning to teach at the Rome campus next year, or accompanying student groups to one of our partner universities in Chile are also available. We are planning to offer one of the languages in intensive mode in North Sydney’s July School.
Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne - Six start dates in 2017
The MBA (Executive) is designed for experienced managers and professionals who aspire to executive roles - critical and creative thinkers for whom ethical, informed and sustainable decision-making will define their management style. The course is designed to allow each unit to be taught intensively over the course of 24 weekends. Invest in your future and enhance your skills to progress your career. The Faculty of Law and Business is pleased to announce that all staff are eligible for a 10 per cent discount. This discount is in addition to all benefits received through ACU. Learn more about our staff discount here.
Available: Melbourne (multi-mode) and online in Semester 2, 2017
The Graduate Certificate in Catholic Studies (GCCS) was developed for graduate teachers who need accreditation to teach religious education in Catholic schools. For ACU staff, this course is also suitable for those who want to learn more about the Catholic tradition that underpins our organisation.
The Graduate Certificate in Catholic Studies can be used to articulate into the Master of Professional Studies in Theology.
Available: Nationally across all ACU campuses (multi-mode) and online in Semester 2, 2017 The new Master of Professional Studies in Theology (MPST) is ideal for professionals working in Catholic organisations who are looking to develop and enhance their leadership capacity. For ACU staff, the MPST will allow you to build upon existing qualifications and professional experience to understand and promote the mission, identity and ethos of the Catholic Church. The course has been designed to develop a deeper level of engagement with the discipline of theology. It provides a rich variety of international study tour opportunities, an ability to specialise in particular discipline areas, as well as a capstone research component.
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The following programs are run by external providers across the tertiary sector.
8 March, 2017 - Perth, WA
Breakfast with the Chief Scientist of WA
8 March, 2017 - Melbourne, Victoria
ATEM Breakfast Series returns for 2017 on International Women's Day with special guest Nicole Livingstone.
17 March, 2017 - Melbourne, Victoria
As government subsidies diminish and student contributions grow, Universities are increasingly seeking to find a competitive edge through their commitment to ‘the student experience’.
23 March 2017 - Melbourne, Victoria
This is an exciting new program aimed at those new to management or supervisory roles.
Handling Challenging Experiences with Confidence and Compassion
24 March 2017 -Sydney, NSW
Emotional resilience for Managers: Handling challenging experiences with confidence.
ACU holds a corporate membership with ATEM which allows staff to attend programs at a reduced rate. When registering, indicate that you work for ACU and you will be entitled to the Affiliate rate.
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This two day free to members program introduces participants to the higher education industrial relations environment, including underlying legal concepts, the various industrial instruments and the practical application of both.
Location: Canberra
Date: 15-16 March 2017
Time: 8.45am - 4.30pm
Read more or register now
Location: Adelaide
Date: 28-29 March 2017
Time: 8.45am - 4.30pm
Read more or register now
Location: Melbourne
Date: 7- 8 March 2017
Time: 8:30 - 4:30
Read more or register now
Location: Perth
Date: 22 -23 March 2017
Time: 9am - 5pm
Read more or register now
ACU staff have free unlimited access to a vast online library of training videos at http://lynda.acu.edu.au/. You can watch individual videos from Lynda without completing a whole course. To browse the library, log in using your ACU staff username and password. Interactive exercise sheets are also available to some topics so you can practise your new skills.
Recommended Lynda links this month:
Join us online to officially launch the ACU Graduate Research School on Thursday 19 September and celebrate the winners of ACU Three Minute Thesis Final.
The Staff Communication Survey closes on Friday 13 September. Share your views and help shape ACU’s approach to communication.
A message from Acting Executive Dean of Theology and Philosophy Associate Professor Richard Colledge: The revitalisation of our Core Curriculum is an opportunity to think about and explore our Catholi...
From ACU Term 4, our two Canvas instances will be combined into a unified platform. This will streamline access to course materials and enhance the overall teaching and learning experience.
As part of our ongoing commitment to integrity and ethical governance, ACU will implement new measures to align with Australia’s updated anti-bribery legislation.
Advance your career in teaching and learning with the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education. Enrol by 20 September to start on 23 September 2024.
Feeling inspired by the recent Olympics and Paralympics? Find out how you can pursue your health and fitness goals through ACU Active and Fitness Passport.
Tomorrow is R U OK? Day - a national day of action dedicated to reminding us to check in with those around us.
Extra! Extra! ACU library is proud to announce access to a new comprehensive newspaper database, NewsBank Access Global.
Unauthorised use of artificial intelligence (AI) in work submitted for assessment is academic misconduct. Learn about the sites and tools students should avoid when preparing and submitting work for a...
Aged care, home care and community care in Australia is experiencing a workforce crisis. The National Care Workforce Alliance (NaCWA), spearheaded by ACU, is bringing together aged care, disability ca...
Since 1967, the annual celebrations of International Literacy Day have taken place on 8 September around the world.
ACU Library’s Research Engagement team invites all researchers and higher degree research (HDR) students to join updated Research Essentials skills sessions for Semester 2.
Belated Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, granddads and father-figures. Hear from ACU working parent Timothy Ly about how access to leave and flexible working arrangements helped when he became a fa...
The Library is pleased to introduce SIFT, a robust methodology designed to enhance student information evaluation skills.
Share your thoughts on communication at ACU by taking part in the Staff Communication Survey by Friday 13 September.
Applications for ACU Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning and the Vice Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Teaching close on Monday 9 September.
Hear from staff and students about how they are navigating the potential of generative artificial intelligence. Register for HELTA's three-part series to explore GenAI’s impact and applications in hig...
Congratulations to ACU Professor Daryl Higgins and the team behind the landmark Australian Child Maltreatment Study who have won a Queensland Child Protection Week Award.
We are in the middle of National Child Protection Week – it’s a great reminder to check out ACU resources on safeguarding our students.
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