(What will be achieved) (What will be done to achieve the outcomes) (By When) (Who)
(note where others involved)
(Reference: I&D Plan)
EDUCATION ABROAD
1
Grow student mobility
1.1.1 Implement mobility strategy Q1 Assistant Director
International Relations
Target of 30% u/g students (1480) graduating 2015 with mobility
experiences. 2012 target 23.5% (992)
1.1.2 Implement mobility strategy for Vietnam Q1 Assistant Director
International Relations
15 Melb students outbound for RMITV
1.1.3 Strategic partnerships to address geographic and academic gaps
Ongoing Assistant Director International Relations
Outbound exchange agreement with ISEP and partnership with Academic Internship Council
Establish four new exchange agreements in the US 1.1 Position RMIT to rank #1 for
mobility programs by 2015
1.1.4 Implement new data management system to improve efficiencies and allow for growth in programs
Q3 Assistant Director
International Relations
MoveOn Phase 1 implemented – data migration complete; online admissions system fully functional for
incoming/outgoing SA/EX
RIIERP
2
Grow RIIERP internships by countries and discipline mix
2.1 Overall increase in RIIERP participation
2.1.1 Implement RIIERP 3-year Business Plan Q1 Program Director
RIIERP
150+ placements (131 in 2011) 2.2 Increase participation of
TAFE students
2.2.1 Marketing the program effectively to TAFE students and staff
Establishing with companies requirements for TAFE level skills
Convincing Partner companies about capabilities of TAFE students
End Q2 Program Director,
RIIERP
6 TAFE placements (4 in 2011)
2.3 Increased participation of business students
2.3.1 Hold discussions with business staff about RIIERP model-look for synergies in RIIERP & business models
Convince existing/new partners to accept business students.
End Q2 Program Director,
RIIERP
9 College of Business placements (0 in 2011)
2.4 Engagement plan for DSC 2.4.1 Explore need for DSC skills within existing/new partners.
Hold discussions with DSC staff about RIIERP opportunities for students.
End Q2 Program Director,
RIIERP
2 DSC (1 in 2011)
2.5 Increased participation from non-core SEH
2.5.1 Hold information sessions about RIIERP for staff & students of non core SEH college schools
Disseminate information through global e-mail.
End Q2 Program Director,
RIIERP
35 non-core SEH ( 30 in 2011)
INTERNATIONAL STRATEGIC ALLIANCES
3
Develop and strengthen international partnerships
3.1 Visits of international delegations are of strategic benefit to RMIT
3.1.1 Comprehensive due diligence/strategic assessment of proposals for visits
Review with participants outcomes of visits Publish and distribute regular reports on delegations received and the outcomes
Ongoing Advisor, International Relations
Positive feedback from participants Post visit dialogues among participants Development of formal relationships
3.2 Efficient and effective preparation and management of MOUs
3.2.1 Work with Colleges, International, RMIT Vietnam and R&I and overseas partners to facilitate the completion of MOUs
Ongoing Senior Advisor,
International Relations
MOUs are completed in a timely manner, compliant with approval process
3.3 Implementation of
partnered Masters and PhD programs
3.3.1 Work with R& I and Colleges to assist in the development of agreements for partnered Masters and PhD programs
Q2 Senior Advisor,
International Relations
Finalise two agreements for partnered Masters or PhD programs
3.4 Ensure senior RMIT staff are fully briefed to enable them to make informed decisions in relation to international strategic alliances
3.4.1 Provide assistance and advice, as required, on projects related to the University’s international relationships and strategies. Prepare country briefings, as required, for visits from international delegations as well as outbound visits for VC, DVC I & D and other executives
Ongoing Senior Advisor,
International Relations
Staff are fully briefed and informed resulting in positive outcomes from negotiations with international bodies
3.5 Coordination of RMIT activity in identified cities and countries
3.5.1 Coordinate the Latin America Working Group Subject to resource allocation, coordinate the Tianjin Working Group
Ongoing Director, International Relations
Lead one delegation to Latin America, scope opportunity for 2nd in 2013 Oversee follow up activity to 2011 research symposium
INTERNATIONALISATION OF RESEARCH
4
Increase research funds sourced outside Australia
4.1.1 Negotiate Victoria/Ontario - industry partnership for research collaboration in automotive research
Q2 Director International
Relations
Gov to gov MoU prepared
4.1.2 Pursue funding for automotive research in Czech Republic through partnership with Czech Technical University, Prague
Q4 RMIT/CTU MoU signed
4.1.3 Identify research funding opportunities in Latin America including Mexico - Aerospace, Automotive and sustainable energy. Other countries and opportunities to be identified with advice from Latin America Working Group
Q3 Funding sources identified and research
partnerships established 4.1 Seek funding sources in
Europe and the Americas
4.1.4 Continue ongoing collaboration with R&I in
pursuit of overseas research funding including current collaborative project with German Aerospace Centre
COMMUNICATIONS PLAN
5
Communications strategy for engagement with other business units in the Portfolio and with the rest of the University
5.1.1 EAO
5.1.1.1 Awareness Campaign 2012/2013 rolled out:
o Mobility Launch
o RMIT Vietnam Road Show
o Mobility Workshop Road Show o College Admin Incentive program
Ongoing
5.1.1.2 RMIT Update Newsletter – regular updates, events, and relevant updates
Ongoing
5.1.1.3 Quarterly statistical updates on mobility activities to all Colleges
Ongoing
5.1.1.4 Inclusion of ‘Student Mobility’ as a running item in the Teaching & Learning unit committees across each of the Colleges
Ongoing
5.1.1.5 EAO representative as member International’s Manager and Directors meetings
Ongoing
5.1.1.6 Ensure designated representatives of EAO and International are included in general communications that affects both units (eg Admissions, Marketing,
Agreements)
Ongoing 5.1 Improve communications
within and without the Portfolio
5.1.1.7 Roll out staff training modules for relevant service areas (HUB, Info Corner)
Q1
Assistant Director International Relations
Mobility Launch 13/03/2012 Closer working relationship with colleges, schools and individual academics involved in student mobility More complete data collection on student mobility
More cohesive approach to international student activities
5.1.1.8 IR representative to be included in ESOS committee and Hobsons relationship management
Q1
5.1.2 RIIERP
5.1.2.1 Informal briefings with business unit heads within the portfolio
Participation in relevant SAMME
committees and other committees of the College
Communications with DSC and Business to promote RIIERP in accordance with 3-year plan
Ongoing
Program Director, RIIERP
Greater participation of staff and
students in RIIERP activities particularly from non-core SEH, DSC and
Business-
5.1.3 International Strategic Alliances
5.1.3.1 Monthly email advice of delegations to be
sent to relevant committees and a range of areas across RMIT including REW
5.1.3.2 Active MOU list to be relocated from website with log-in required to public access
5.1.3.3 School, colleges, R & I and RMITV to be provided with update listing of all active MOU’s Q1/ongoing Q1 Q1/ongoing Senior Advisor, International Relations
Positive feedback from colleges, schools, committees and individuals about advice on delegations and MOUs
5.1.4 Director International Relations 5.1.4.1 Fortnightly staff meetings within the
business unit.
Monthly meetings with R&I
Represent I&D on SEH College Board
Ongoing Director International Relations
Closer working relationships with colleges, schools and individual staff.
