QUT Disaster Management Lecturer helps clear the way for a landmine-free Turkey

Posted by Dr Jo on 24 January, 2019

Dr Jo Durham (seated second from right) having a cuppa with the local deminers during a break, in Igdir Province, Eastern Turkey, along the Iranian border. The deminers are funded by MECHEM and the overall project is funded by the EU and implemented by UNDP Turkey Country Office.

While some of us spent the pre-Christmas period preparing for festivities ahead, Dr Jo Durham, senior lecturer in Disaster Management at QUT, was on the ground in Turkey, evaluating a landmine clearance project on the eastern borders of Turkey for the UN Development programme.

Learning is a very powerful tool – but don’t just take our word for it!

Posted by Adjunct Professor Brett Heyward on 24 January, 2019

Peter Carne Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the Public Trustee of Queensland talks about his experience of working with QUTeX.

I recently caught up with Peter Carne, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the Public Trustee of Queensland. In this role, he oversees more than 600 staff across 15 regional offices. One of the things I quickly realised, is that, despite holding such an important position, Peter is a particularly friendly and approachable person, who is passionate about what he does, and is inspirational in his approach to personal growth, as well as organisational growth.

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2019 QUT Leadership Coaching Conference: Crossing Boundaries

Posted by Dr Fran Finn on 13 December, 2018

Crossing Boundaries, Leadership Coaching Conference

One thing is certain – today’s leaders face the reality of a ‘VUCA’ world of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. In times of rapid change, the temptation is to pull back.

Conference update:
We are delighted to announce our first keynote speaker for our inaugural Leadership Coaching Conference, Michael Bungay Stainer. Read more

Reimagining the business of health

Posted by Professor Mary-Louise on 7 November, 2018

The “Reimagining the Business of Health” seminar held at the QUT Executive Education Centre, Gardens Point campus, on Wednesday 7^th November 2018 was a great success.

The seminar, offered by QUT Faculty of Health and sponsored by QUTeX involved a unique blend of theatre and health economics.

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The PSMP inspires a commitment to improve service delivery within the Rural Hospitals

Posted by Emma on 1 November, 2018

Diana Friday, recipient of the QUT Diversity Scholarship, with her Australia Day honours award from the Townsville Hospital and Health Service, received for her dedication to improving health care.

QUT, in partnership with the Public Service Commission (PSC), invest in scholarships each year for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Queensland Government Employees, to undertake the Public Sector Management Program (PSMP).

Diana Friday, a Senior Aboriginal Health Worker from Community Health in far North Queensland was the recipient of one of the 2017 scholarships. Read more

What the MBA means to me

Posted by Associate Professor Glen Murphy on 1 November, 2018

Jane was part of the recent panel discussion “Breaking into the Boardroom”, left to right Deborah Wilson, Andrew Rodgers, and Jane Crombie.

When Jane first applied for the program there were some concerns – Jane was already highly accomplished in her role and had a very strong track record of success. While we felt that she would offer a huge contribution to the cohort we were unsure because of her extensive experience, Read more

Talking Points

Posted by Glenda Markwell on 1 November, 2018

Clayton with Claudine Lyons, Vice President IPAA New South Wales Division

I was pleasantly surprised and very happy to see the name of Clayton John Trevilyan of Port Macquarie listed in the awardees of the Public Service Medal (Federal) in today’s Queen’s Birthday Honours. Read more

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2018 Women on the Move : Voice Matters

Posted by Vicky on 18 September, 2018

So many of us wish we had the courage to speak up when it really matters. Speak for ourselves and for others. Our Women on the Move forum this year titled ‘Voice Matters’ challenged us to own the voice we have. Read more

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The PSMP gave me the confidence to pursue my dream…

Posted by Dr Evelyne Meier on 18 September, 2018

Charlotte Sangster, received the QUT Women’s Scholarship and completed the Graduate Certificate in Business

When I interviewed Charlotte Sangster for her PSMP scholarship application in 2015, what stood out was her total commitment to have impact, to make a difference in peoples’ lives. She also knew that there was a bigger role out there for her that would remain elusive without further studies.

Rotary Down Under and the QUT MBA Ideas Factory

Posted by Dr John Bensley on 12 September, 2018

One of the key takeaways from the MBA program is how you reshape your career. But what happens after you finish your studies? How do you keep the excitement and energy of your learning experience alive?