2010 National University Finance & Procurement Conference

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The National University Finance & Procurement Conference, now in its tenth year, provides a proactive forum for university management professionals to meet and discuss current issues impacting the higher education sector in the specific areas of financial management and strategic procurement.

The Conference provides a unique opportunity for the business sector to join with university delegates in an exploration of changing trends in financial management and strategic procurement in higher education. It is relevant to university staff involved in finance, finance systems, procurement, purchasing, travel and associated areas in Higher Education.

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The Global Financial Crisis has drawn attention to the importance of universities having business sustainability strategies in place to ensure business continuity. Many universities globally have lost significant sources on income through diminished investment returns that have the potential to impact the quality of teaching and research and even the image of the university as a desirable destination for local and international students. Universities are starting on a new journey, exploring the benefits of innovative business practices, including outsourcing and shared services and the benefits of collaboration. There is a renewed focus on understanding the University as a Business. So, how far "over the Horizon" are universities prepared to go to adopt business innovation in developing their Road Maps for Business Sustainability?

The conference was held between Monday 26th and Wednesday 28th July, 2010 at the Hyatt Regency Coolum, Sunshine Coast. Conference sessions commenced at 2.00pm on Monday 26th of July and concluded by 2.15pm on Wednesday 28th July. A Welcome Cocktail Reception was held on the Monday evening and the Annual Conference Dinner was held on the Tuesday evening. Please refer to the conference program (when it is made available) for full details and session times.

A Program outlining session details, and powerpoint files for all presentations are now available.

Registration is NOW CLOSED.

For conference enquiries please contact Leanne Vaughan, Higher Ed Services.

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