Welcome & 2016 Directions

We are delighted to welcome three new members to the Executive committee Kate, Briony & Abhra (click to read current list) and we have commenced the year with a lengthy Strategic Planning meeting.  We are pleased to offer you our first Professional Development session followed by a new initiative: The Sponsors Workshop.

To assist members to gain the competitive edge, we are offering a free workshop on Friday 22 April. Open Book Howden are opening their doors to host our members to learn about the latest in printing, graphic design, brand development and digital innovation. Educate Plus members can bring along one colleague for free to attend with them. This can be used as a mentoring opportunity for members or a way to help us gain new members.

As part of our 2016 recruitment strategy, we invite members and prospective members in the Northern Territory to spend some time with us over the Darwin Show. Committee members will be on the ground to meet you face to face. Of course we hope to see a number of you on the Gold Coast for the International Conference.

Welcome to new members

To the team at Scotch College, we welcome you as a new Institutional member:

For many organisations juggling budgets for professional development we offer the Institutional membership package. Please click here to learn more.

Professional Development 6 days away

We are pleased to announce the following organisations and sponsors will be attending the Professional Development morning, Thursday 10 March, at Adelaide University. All institutions and individuals are welcome to attend by registering HERE. A special price is offered to Educate Plus members – to become a member join here.

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2016 Certified Advancement Practitioner Training Courses

“The next generation of Advancement Practitioners”

In 2016 there is only one Training Program in Sydney with limited spaces…so get in quick!

Courses: Admissions, Alumni & Community Relations, Fundraising, Marketing & Communications
Date: 5-6 May 2016
Location: St Andrews College, University of Sydney

The benefits of completing a training course:

1. Recognised Certification
2. Enhances your credibility within the Industry and your peers
3. Improves career and advancement opportunities
4. Prepares and exposes you for greater responsibilities
5. Industry skills and knowledge

Each course offers the four training programs (Fundraising, Marketing & Communications, Alumni & Community Relations and Admissions – Trainees register for one of these and complete 10 modules) Some of the modules are be completed via our online e-learning system prior to a two day residential program. At the completion of the course, attendees are presented with a Certified Advancement Practitioner certificate in their respective course. 

Please refer all training queries to glenda@educateplus.edu.au

2016 International Conference

Sydney was great. Melbourne was outstanding. And this year, we are lucky enough to have an unmatched professional development program for advancement professionals on Queensland’s fabulous Gold Coast.

In September this year, we look forward to delivering a spectacular three-day International Conference program covering everything from alumni strategy and major gift portfolios, to above the line campaigns and admissions metrics, to admissions law and brand protection. Check out the full program here. With more than 70 sessions delivered by experts from Australia, New Zealand and the United States on offer, there’s something for every organisation of all stages, sizes and budgets.

Day 1 includes sessions which are tailored to help educate Principals, Business Managers and Board members in the area of Advancement. This year we’re also proud to introduce the addition of a General Advancement stream to the mix, because we understand that many of the topics can be applied across multiple streams and levels.

While the budget is still fresh, take advantage of the Early Bird Rate of $1240.00 GST inclusive (until 30 April 2016).

Full Registration includes:

• Attendance at any session in any stream
• Welcome Drinks (On the eve of the conference) and Sponsor’s Drinks (7 September)
• Morning and Afternoon Refreshments and Lunches
• Conference Dinner (8 September)
• Conference satchel, lanyard, program
• Delegate contact list

Like the International Conference Facebook page and receive regular updates on the program and social program of the Conference. You will also receive posts from guest speakers attending the Conference.

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