About the conference

Several years ago, staff working in marketing, communications and development roles across Australian Universities recognised it would be highly beneficial to put on our own specialised professional development forum.

The sectors peak body Universities Australia has endorsed the biannual national conference, which is put on by the profession for the profession, and encourages staff at all levels to participate and learn from high calibre speakers and colleagues in a friendly collaborative atmosphere.

In 2007 more than 300 delegates came to Melbourne and, in 2009, Brisbane will welcome delegates from all Australian universities, as well as our colleagues from overseas institutions.

The 2009 conference focuses on creating a more sustainable organisation in a constantly changing environment. At the national conference Australian and international experts will deliver a wide range of presentations including interactive discussion, issues papers and case studies - under the theme of Relationships, Reputation, and Results.

The conference will provide a great opportunity to network with attendees from across Australia and overseas from a wide range of institutions, related partners, suppliers and exhibitors.

Once again the conference includes the JWT Education Emerging Leadership awards, so start thinking about which of your staff you can nominate for this valuable professional development opportunity.

Early-bird and accommodation packages and calls for papers to be announced shortly.