Presented by TechnologyOne, Vice President - Education Partnerships, Rob Build

Presented by Professor Martin Bean, CBE

"Today is the slowest day of the rest of our working lives.” That provocation frames everything that follows.

Drawing on the latest global research, Professor Martin Bean CBE explores six defining education and labour market trends reshaping institutions right now, from the mainstreaming of skills-based hiring and the rise of AI as a daily co-worker, to the growing premium on enduringly human capabilities.

This session goes beyond trends. It makes the case that preparing students for the world of work is not a graduate attribute, it is a core institutional responsibility. How institutions design for belonging, applied learning, personalised support, and employment-ready outcomes is directly connected to student retention, learner success, and long-term competitiveness.

As institutions move toward a more connected, 360-degree view of the student, connected data and technology ecosystems are becoming critical enablers of timely support, insight-led decision making, improved student retention, and more seamless learner experiences across the full student journey.

The question is no longer whether to adapt, but how fast. Institutions that build connected, employer-anchored learning ecosystems, equip graduates to navigate a labour market defined by constant skills churn, and position themselves as platforms for lifelong capability will deepen industry engagement, attract a broader learner base, and secure sustainable growth in a market that is not waiting.

Facilitated by Mortarcaps with representatives from Future Skills Organisation, Tafe Directors Australia, and Student Voice Australia.

The panel looks at how education teams are already changing, and what still needs to shift, to better support students in a more mobile, diverse and outcomes‑focused system.
With perspectives from policy, delivery, innovation and students themselves, the discussion explores how roles, skills and ways of working are evolving as institutions respond to future skills, the Accord, and rising expectations around student experience and retention.
Rather than predicting the future, the panel focuses on what’s happening now, and what helps education teams support students with greater confidence.

Presented by TechnologyOne, Product Success Director, Kate Shum & Charles Sturt University.

In this two-part session, hear directly from Charles Sturt University as an early adopter, sharing their experience delivering a seamless digital application and enrolment experience. We then look ahead to how agentic AI is set to further transform the student experience from enrolment through to graduation.

Jo Gibson, Director of Student Experience, University of Otago

Jo will share a summary, from a Business Owner perspective, of the journey underway at the University of Otago to implement Curriculum Management.

Lisa Vandommele, Manager, Curriculum and Accreditation, James Cook University & Carolyn McInnis, Product Success Director CMT, TechnologyOne

In this session, JCU will share their objectives, process and lessons learned from adopting a self-service configuration approach, and TechOne will present the latest extensions to the functionality and vision for the future. 

Presented by Gavin McLean, LaTrobe University

Presented by John Smith & Jeffrey Roffe, Charles Sturt University

Despite significant investment in digital tools, many ANZ institutions still struggle to translate AI ambition into real outcomes for students and staff. Drawing on exclusive new Forrester research, this session explores where the sector truly stands on AI adoption, uncovering the gaps, the barriers, and what leading institutions are doing differently to improve student experience, drive retention, and reduce operational complexity.

Presented by TechnologyOne, Product Owner, Harry Ryan & Business Development Manager, Cameron Shea

Join us as we explore what AI adoption really looks like across the sector with a clear focus on data security, ethical AI, and what responsible deployment looks like inside a tertiary institution

In this interactive two-part session, we'll look at how institutions are gaining a clearer picture of where money is being spent, which courses are delivering value, and how integrated data across people, spend, assets and content is helping education leaders make smarter, more confident decisions.

In this interactive two-part session, we'll look at how institutions are gaining a clearer picture of where money is being spent, which courses are delivering value, and how integrated data across people, spend, assets and content is helping education leaders make smarter, more confident decisions.

Presented by TechnologyOne, Product Success Director, Carolyn McInnis

This session will present the CMT product roadmap and invite a future facing discussion of customer priorities and emerging sector needs.