Fwd: Higher Education policy explained for the new academic year

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From: Neil Stewart Associates <paul.rushworth@neilstewartassociates.co.uk>
Date: 2009/8/27
Subject: Higher Education policy explained for the new academic year
To: d.andrew@qmul.ac.uk

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HIGHER EDUCATION Autumn Events Schedule 2009 Dear Colleague, The new academic year is upon us with fresh challenges and issues to be addressed. As ever, Neil Stewart Associates will be producing the highest quality events featuring top level speakers to help you, your colleagues and your organisation interpret the latest government initiatives and overcome the latest policy issues. Our autumn schedule of higher education events covers part-time study, higher education funding, admissions, marketing and the student experience - all topics thrown into the spotlight over recent weeks. Read on for further details:  22 October The Future for Part-Time and Distance Study Flexible, including part-time provision, will be critical to the future growth of the UK higher education sector. This conference will bring together leaders in higher education and organisations to discuss students' experience of, and attitudes towards, part-time study, its costs and student support. Read more and register here: http://www.neilstewartassociates.com/jb271/   28 October Invest For Greatness in Higher Education Bringing together higher education - universities, private learning providers, digital and online providers, colleges and employers – the conference will look at the deep challenges to our continued greatness in higher education and the strategic decisions VC's, Principals, finance directors and other senior decision makers may take to ensure their institution prospers in the difficult restructuring ahead. Read more and register here: http://www.neilstewartassociates.com/jb274/   05 November 7th Annual Admissions to Higher Education   Admissions policy is in the spotlight with increased demand and limits on places, further raising the heated debate on policies and practice. This conference will look at how the greater choice and adjustment period has impacted on place allocation and patterns of choice. Higher education is also grappling with recognising a range of different qualifications and skill sets for admissions purposes and looking ahead to Diplomas arriving in 2010. Read more and register here: http://www.neilstewartassociates.com/jb273/   10 November Effective Marketing in Higher Education   Award winning higher education marketing experts and public policy professionals will discuss how an institution can remain viable in the modern era by striking a balance between the provision of sound academic programmes and research, whilst recognising their USP and effectively communicating this difference in a crowded marketplace. Read more here Read more and register here: http://www.neilstewartassociates.com/jb272/   19 November Enhancing the Student Experience   Students now expect their university standard to be of the highest quality and the quality of degrees and additional support is more important than ever to give them the best possible opportunity in a tough job market. Now in its third year and set in the spotlight of the impending review of variable fees, new imposed efficiency savings, and students demanding value for their personal investment, this conference will bring together higher education leaders to examine how to manage and exceed students expectations in this challenging climate. Read more and register here: http://www.neilstewartassociates.com/jb268/ For more information: For more information regarding NSA education events please visit: http://www.neilstewartassociates.com/conferences/searchSector.php?sector=edu Don't forget that the presentations made at these events and their accompanying documentation will be made available to watch or hear at the number one online public policy resource www.policyreview.tv and look out for the launch next month of the online edition of policy review magazine at www.policyreview.co.uk For any enquiries please contact me on 020 7324 4364 or email: paul.rushworth@neilstewartassociates.co.uk Don't forget to follow us on Twitter for the latest event news and exclusive offers and discounts on our events: We wish you the best for the new year and look forward to welcoming you to a Neil Stewart Associates conference this autumn.

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