Phil Baty’s Post

From whatever little I understand of the repercussion to what has been implemented, it is not only the Go8 but the entire brand of #STUDYINASUTRALIA which is going to take a hit in terms of the numbers and in turn will make a significant impact on Australia's GDP as higher education sector contributes to a great extent for sure. This move, if was taken to control the number and the quality of students coming into Australia, there could have been better ways to handle the situation rather than implementing a ONE SIZE FITS ALL action.

On a The Australian Financial Review Asia Summit panel with business, industry and government leaders, that explored the question 'is Australia punching below its weight in Asia?', The Group of Eight CE Vicki Thomson said the $48 billion Australian international higher education sector was actually currently punching above its weight in the region but warned that it was being put at risk from the Government’s proposed international student caps. Asia Society Australia Michael Smith Chris Andrews Peter Horn Jason Clare MP Sarah Henderson Mehreen Faruqi David Pocock Tony Sheldon #HigherEducation #internationalstudents #internationaleducation

The Group of Eight’s Chief Economist, Dr Philip Chindamo met with our US sister organisation, the Association of American Universities (AAU), which represents American’s leading research universities, in the Washinton DC recently. In a meeting with AAU’s, Senior Vice President for Government Relations and Public Policy, Dr Toby Smith, Dr Chindamo discussed international students in the context of immigration and the economy; improving business-university research collaboration in the context of our Go8 R&D Roadmap Report to the Australian Government; and growing philanthropy as a source of revenue for universities – especially important for Australian universities at a time when the Government’s proposed international student caps will lead to revenue shortfalls for many Australian universities. As the world faces mounting challenges, it’s more important than ever that our global research-intensive universities bring our expertise and resources together with the goal of creating the capacity for effective global cooperation. Read the Go8 Report to Government – Australia’s Research and Development (R&D) Intensity: A Decadal Roadmap to 3% of GDP – which sets out 12 evidence-based and fiscally responsible recommendations to achieve this target, here:  https://lnkd.in/gSxWfqJ2 Vicki Thomson #ResearchandDevelopment #internationalstudents #philanthropy

Pro-Vice-Chancellor and CEO of Coventry University London, Professor Socrates Karidis, shares his views on the education and skills-related challenges currently facing the UK and the steps our new government needs to take in order to address them in this latest #OpinionPiece: The continuously changing landscape of the higher education sector is causing unprecedented challenges. Universities across the country are prioritising organisational sustainability, with strategies varying widely. Some are taking drastic measures to stand out, attract students, cut costs and diversify income, while others adopt a more conservative approach, focusing on their fundamental educational mission. Ultimately, the line between merely surviving and flourishing in this dynamic environment is becoming increasingly blurred. The effort to survive is no different than what is required to thrive. The new government must first recognise that we need a national, long-term ambition for higher education. We cannot afford to remain hostage to the view of every minister or be manipulated by the political manoeuvres of every administration. Their service is governed by time, but education is not. We must also have a vision; one which sits at the heart of a #NationalEducationStrategy and which recognises education as a cornerstone for both economic vitality and the cultivation of a modern, inclusive community. The value of education has and will always extend well beyond economic metrics; it is a dynamic force that enriches our national intellect, regional development and societal fabric. Furthermore, British universities are tasked with upholding their esteemed #GlobalReputation and a forward-thinking, innovative vision will support this ambition. For too long we have been playing defence. As a sector we are supposed to be pioneers for the future, constantly looking to be expansive, creative and a main driver of economic growth. However, we are currently doing so in the face of challenges posed by market forces and too much, often unnecessary and usually short-sighted, government control. Defence, therefore, has become the norm and we should be pleased with how we’ve adapted. By building resilience, continually advancing knowledge and imparting essential knowledge and skills we are continuing to create better futures for the local and global communities we serve, even as competition intensifies and the rules of engagement change. Visit https://bit.ly/3LbTKCc to continue reading.

This timely report, compiled by The Chronicle of Higher Education's David L. Wheeler, includes valuable & actionable insights on the future #international #student #enrollment at the U.S. #highered institutions. Appreciate the variety of voices and diversity of institutions represented within the reporting: Susan M. (Sue) Roberts of the University of Kentucky, Peter Thomas of Campbellsville University, Evelyn Levinson of American University, Ruby Bhattacharya of Barnard College, Paul Burgess of Tulane University, James Shafer of Touro University, Matt Bonser of Colorado College, Lisa Shen of Swarthmore College, Tyler King of Lewis University, James Monahan of Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Todd St Vrain of University of Melbourne, among others, are featured. Research from National Association for College Admission Counseling, Institute of International Education, NAFSA: Association of International Educators, U.S. Department of State, AIRC, and U.S. for Success Coalition, respectively, is also highlighted. The excellent reporting draws from a recent survey, conducted in collaboration with ICEF, of 230 senior enrollment & international leaders at two- or four-year U.S. HEIs. Encourage you to check it out: https://lnkd.in/eA9tgE26

The Australian Universities Accord Final Report has now been released. The vision the report lays out for our higher education system is solid, but a bit too domestic for me. While it acknowledges that higher education is about more than just training skilled workers, I would like to have seen in it a recognition of our place in the world: a recognition of the role of education in fostering a tolerant, multilingual, multicultural democracy, leveraging the wisdom of the oldest continuous cultures on earth, and preparing our society to make a meaningful contribution to the global community. It is critical this doesn't just become another 'interesting report' that attracts commentary without action. From funding reform to future skills needs to leadership and equity, the themes of the report touch us all in one way or another. The way that government, universities and industry respond to its 47 recommendations will help determine the future prosperity of our country. Here's hoping it gets the attention (and the funding) it deserves. https://lnkd.in/gdxREa48

Well done Markus Badde! You've got some outspoken #enrollmentmanagers on this panel! Here some candid explanation of challenges facing #internationalization

Today’s students are growing up in a world that’s more interconnected than ever before. That’s why, as Secretary Cardona notes, international education is critical to students’ success in the 21st century, empowering them to engage and contribute to our country & world. https://lnkd.in/e6zmeR7C #InternationalEducationWeek #IEW2024

I present to you this very enlightening Keynote delivered by my supervisor and mentor Prof.Penny Jane Burke on Transformative Reimagining: Sustainable Higher Education for Equity and Social Justice at the Universities Australia Solutions Summit 2024. She is graciously featured as the cover of the Campus Review magazine which has the entire address. Through this Keynote Professor Burke engages our collective imaginations and enables us to think more innately about how our acts of critical questioning challenges the status quo. Critical questioning will enable visionary thinking. There is the need for us to reposition higher education as a force for equity and social justice whilst we equally consider equity as a profound part of all we do. Through comprehensive funded systems and a call on governments to recognise their roles, we can expand our view on higher education. She draws our attention to the different forms of inequalities including gender-based violence faced by different factions of individuals in their higher educational pursuit. She proposes a multidimensional framework for addressing these insidious inequalities which include redistribution, recognition, representation, methodological rigour and human flourishing and wellbeing. This framework underpins the UNESCO Chair in Equity, Social Justice and HE University of Newcastle based in the Centre of Excellence for Equity in Higher Education at the University of Newcastle. The above is just a snippet of the entire keynote and it’s worth listening or reading to broaden your knowledge on equity in higher education. Please find below the link to the entire speech. https://lnkd.in/gPReCyxS #HigherEducation #Equity #SocialJustice #UnescoChairInEquitySocialJusticeAndHigherEducation. #TheUniversityOfNewcastle Photo by Edwina Photography

In a significant speech at the National Press Club, David Lloyd, Chair of Universities Australia, will address the critical issues plaguing Australia’s universities. The sector is grappling with severe underfunding, including a staggering $4 billion loss from the Education Investment Fund and a $2.5 billion annual shortfall in research grants. Lloyd highlights that international students are being unfairly blamed for the housing crisis, despite their essential role in our economy. Lloyd argues that the planned cap on international student enrolments is misguided and will only further weaken an already struggling education system. Rather than being scapegoated, these students are a key driver of economic growth and cultural exchange. The real issue behind housing shortages lies in supply-side constraints, not the presence of international students. The speech underscores the need for universities to be a policy priority, not a political tool. Our education sector is crucial for our future, and it’s time to give it the support it deserves. Let’s stand behind our universities and advocate for their role in shaping a brighter future for all. 📚🇦🇺 #EducationMatters #SupportOurUniversities #DavidLloyd #NationalPressClub #AustraliaEducation #InternationalStudents #HousingCrisis #EconomicGrowth