Teamwork in Turbulent Times: The Future of Education & Research

1. The World University 2020 – Teamwork in a time of Turbulence For Australia and the wider world…. AC 21 – Shanghai – 20.10.10 John Hearn Vice President (International)Professor of Physiology, School of Medical Scienceswww.sydney.edu.au/international

2. World economy – stronger, cleaner, fairer Core academic values – recalibrate basics Global challenges – transfer of research Teaching demand – improved quality Market - Joint degrees 2+2, Sandwich PhDs Rankings– international indicators and KPI’s Reform/Innovation– leaders, academics, students, curriculum, universities, societies Higher Education and Research 2020 Steady ahead – drivers for change

3. Reduction – endowment and donations Reduction – investments and credit Reduction – contracts with industry Reduction – public funding Reduction – ability to meet fees Reduction – student jobs and internships Reduction – student places and enrolments Threats from the GFCResource Reductions (OECD 2010)

4. World Higher Education Framework 2020 Internationalisation Mobility Talent Competition Quality Rankings Drivers GFC-Toxic Assets; GW–Greentech; MDGs-leadership in country

5. China – increased investment, fill the gaps? Australia – short term investment, what gaps? Europe – steady ahead,Bologna, internationalise Britain – reduced investment, internationalise USA – reduced investment, internationalise Education and Competition 2020Stimulus packages and sustainability

6. Team – networks, universities, governments, industry, international agencies, alumni International partnerships – share education and research best practice, ideas and costs Talent - graduate unemployment, retirement International framework – review yearly Diversity – keep national characters and models Less developed countries – partner with leaders The Priorities – Teamwork TimeThe World Class University

7. Sydney – A World University in a World City • Reputation and Rankings • Relationships, Partnerships and Networks • Research and higher education leadership • Recruit, retain the best staff and students • Resource development in grants, scholarships and people

8. Sydney International Engagement and Influence (University wide) • Regional and Country Action Plans • Sydney World Program – Delegations, Sydney Days • International University Networks, Agreements • International Forum Series – education diplomacy • Area Studies – interdisciplinary critical mass • International VIP Visitors Program Partnerships in flagship global programs and benchmarking

9. International strategy and policy International Handbook – intelligence International Program Development Fund International Leaders Program International Scholarships Development Program International Resources Development Program International Agencies and Alliances International Media and Communications International Services and Resources

10. Internationalisation Within • Curriculum • Dual or double degrees, sandwich PhD’s • Staff and student study abroad and exchange programs • Expert supervision and mentoring • International staff and student support and facilities

11. Strengths - reputation, research, active minds Weaknesses – complacent, slow, supply side attitude Opportunities – world centre of learning, demand side Threats - competition, resources, discretionary revenue Sydney SWOT – 2010 30% of Potential A place where International leaders and citizens can grow and thrive

13. University of Sydney International University Networks AC21 APRU WUN Prospective members November 2009

14. Value add – ‘for Australia and the wider world’ Intelligence, global competition, advantage • Strategy, focus, policy and delivery • Programs related to country priorities • Return on investment, academic and business • Discretionary Revenues ($M 120-350-500) • University wide academic and business plan delivery 2010-15