2019 PSMP Diversity Scholarship Winners

Posted by Emma on 27 February, 2019

2019 PSMP Scholarship winners

The Public Sector Management Program (PSMP) is designed in collaboration with the governments of Australia to meet the needs of the contemporary public sector. The Australian Public Service Commission has appointed QUT to deliver the Public Sector Management Program nationally. The program continues to make a significant impact on the Commonwealth, State and Local governments with a 25-year track record of success. The PSMP provides aspiring public sector leaders with knowledge and skills to successfully manage the business of government, and position themselves for future leadership opportunities. Read more

QUT ExecInsights – Rob Setter on the Future of Public Purpose Work

Posted by Dr Kate Joyner on 18 February, 2019

Rob Setter

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Kate speaks to Rob Setter Chief Executive of the Queensland Public Service Commission on how our approaches to delivering for our communities are evolving. The Future of Public Purpose Work is IPAA Qld theme for 2019.

QUTeX is delighted to have a strategic alliance with IPAA QLD to provide IPAA Members with a variety of capability and learning opportunities.

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.

QUT ExecInsights – Margaret Sheil on leading the 21st century University

Posted by Dr Kate Joyner on 14 December, 2018

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QUT Vice-Chancellor Margaret Sheil talks to Kate about changes in the higher education landscape, and how universities can survive and thrive in the 21^st century.

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2019 QUT Leadership Coaching Conference: Crossing Boundaries

Posted by Dr Fran Finn on 13 December, 2018

Conference dates: 22-23 November 2019 Brisbane | Australia

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.

Our inaugural Leadership Coaching Conference, with a theme of Crossing Boundaries will be held at QUT on 22-23rd November this year.

Conference update:
We are delighted to announce keynote speaker, Matthew Ames.

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QUTeX at TEDxBrisbane

Posted by Glenda Markwell on 13 December, 2018

The QUTeX activation space included VR headsets.

The most recent TEDxBrisbane event was held last Sunday, 9 December with the theme of “What’s Next” and QUTeX was a major partner. In true TEDx style, the speakers were inspiring, the participants were excited and the advocates were amazing.

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Understanding the criticality of delivering on public value

Posted by Emma on 7 November, 2018

Christine Mann, Director of Cultural Capability and Engagement at the North West Hospital and Health Service.

Christine Mann, Director of Cultural Capability and Engagement at the North West Hospital and Health Service was the recipient of a 2017 QUT and Queensland Public Service Commission scholarship to undertake the Public Sector Management Program (PSMP).

Christine says to others considering applying for the scholarship, absolutely go for it! As you will see from her story below, completion of the PSMP provided new skills and knowledge along with a great sense of achievement. 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.

Artificial Intelligence and the leadership challenge

Posted by Dr John Bensley on 5 November, 2018

The emerging spectre of Artificial Intelligence (AI) cannot be ignored. In a space with views ranging from Vladimir Putin’s claim that whoever becomes the leader in AI ‘will be the ruler of the world’ to Jean Baudrillard’s view that AI ‘lacks artifice and therefore intelligence’, it was timely for the QUT Business School in Canberra to host a panel to discuss how will it change leadership. Read more