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The U3A movement is a unique and exciting organization that provides, through its U3As, life-enhancing and life-changing opportunities. Retired and semi-retired people come together and learn together, not for qualifications but for its reward: the sheer joy of discovery! Members share their skills and life experiences: the learners teach, and the teachers learn, and there is no distinction between them. The U3A movement is a volunteer organization providing educational, creative, and leisure opportunities in a friendly environment for the community's retired and semi-retired members. U3A Network Victoria is the peak body for 100+ Member U3As representing around 37,000 members. U3A Network Victoria is operated by its elected volunteer Committee, several subcommittees, workgroups, and paid officers. A quarterly meeting is held with a Council of Delegates, representing each Member U3A. Network representatives may be contacted through the Network Office. Victoria's 100+ U3As are grouped in geographical regions to facilitate communication and strengthen U3As by sharing local information about marketing, tutors, administrative procedures, potential partners, and many other matters. The aims of the Region's structure within Victoria include providing a communications channel for regions to give information and influence U3A Network. This also provides support when approaching Local Government Areas. Most Regions meet twice yearly at an agreed venue within the Region. Often these meetings will include a workshop on an area of interest or need. The Regions movement is supported and guided by the Network Development and Support Officer. A Regional Representative is elected by the group to attend the Region's meeting attached to Network Council meetings held four times a year.

UVic's rise to prominence over its first 50 years of existence has been the result of many factors: the contributions of talented and dedicated faculty the energy, enthusiasm, and inventiveness of graduate and undergraduate students the dedication and support of excellent staff the passion of our alumni to make a difference in the world and the support and active engagement of our many donors, partners and supporters from all walks of life and sectors of society. UVic is a high-powered research university, a diverse and welcoming community, with a beautiful west coast campus, which fosters an institution-wide commitment to the environment. It is big enough to have an international presence and impact, yet small enough to develop a strong sense of community and lifelong connections with friends and mentors. Our university is a national and international leader in many areas of critical research and creative endeavor, and our faculty are committed and inspiring teachers. We offer our students a research-enriched education complemented by applied, clinical, and work-integrated learning opportunities, making it among the best in the world. UVic's deep commitment to and leadership in community engagement makes a difference in people's lives in communities across Canada and around the globe. The University of Victoria offers innovative programs for more than 20,000 students. Dynamic, hands-on learning, research that makes a vital impact, and discovery and innovation in Canada's most extraordinary academic environment provide an Edge that cannot be found anywhere else. Learn more about the UVic Edge. The 2016 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings place UVic among the top 250 universities worldwide. Also, THE placed UVic at 175 on its January 2016 list of the world's 200 most international universities. Learn more about our rankings. Beyond the classroom, UVic is deeply immersed in the life of communities around the world. With civic engagement a crucial part of our mission, our faculty, students and staff walk side by side with community partners in Canada and abroad, tackling the essential issues that matter to people, places, and the planet. Our university is a national and international leader in many areas of critical research and creative endeavor, and our faculty are committed and inspiring teachers. We offer our students a research-enriched education that is complemented by applied, clinical, and work-integrated learning opportunities in an academic environment that is among the best in the world.

We are a new academy, and the second school to open under the Mossbourne name. The flagship school, in Central Hackney, has become synonymous with educational excellence – achieved through outstanding teaching, a culture of ‘no excuses, and high expectations of students and staff. At Mossbourne Victoria Park, we will continue and build on that ethos to provide an inspiring and rewarding education for all our students. Secondary school students are at a time of their lives when they benefit greatly from clear values and consistent guidance. It is a challenge for schools everywhere to provide this stability in a changing educational, social and economic landscape. At Mossbourne, our values are deeply rooted in a belief that all students can succeed. We define that success as their ability, upon completing their formal education, to join society as informed, curious and independent participants. Our students must leave with first-rate qualifications, as these will open doors to future opportunities and careers. Equally important, however, is that our students are confident, are interested in the world, and able to think for themselves. To achieve this, learning, rather than teaching, is at the heart of everything we do. Our school day is structured to include time for students to sit and work independently, to consolidate and extend what they have learned, as well as to prepare for upcoming lessons. Our staff are subject experts and focus on how to ensure all students are supported and challenged. Indeed, staff training is a sustained and meaningful part of school life. Finally, we will never tolerate any behavior that disrupts the learning of our students. All applications to Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy must be made through the Learning Trust. In year 7 this process begins with parents filling out the Common Application Form which is available online or through your child’s primary school in September / October of year 6. Our students study a curriculum that is broad and balanced. The main focus is a mastery in the core areas of English, Maths, and Science, in which students will spend over half of lesson time. This curriculum allows a balance between academic, creative, and practical subjects and ensures that students develop a range of knowledge and skills. Students will also participate in two Guided Reading sessions each week. Students are grouped by reading age and read, discuss and review literature that will challenge and inspire them. These sessions are led by a member of staff but the onus is very much on the students to develop their oracy through public reading and debate/discussion. In the Enrichment Programme, students join clubs and societies to broaden their horizons and extend their skills and areas of interest. From Debating, Chess, Origami, Badminton, Film Club, Biological Drawing, Music Appreciation, and many more, students can choose from a wide and exciting range of Enrichment activities. As a parent or carer, you play a key role in helping your child to stay safe online, here you will find tips, advice, guides, and resources to help keep your child safe online. You don’t need to be an expert on the internet to help keep your child stay safe online. We recognize that all staff, including volunteers, have a full and active part to play in protecting our children and young people from harm. At Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy, we aim to ensure that all students achieve their full potential, both academically and socially. We are committed to meeting the needs of students with special educational needs and aim to ensure that all students have access to a broad, balanced, and relevant curriculum as possible, including activities outside of the classroom. Following the Revised Code of Practice 2014, we recognize that children have special educational needs if they have a “learning difficulty which calls for special educational provision” to be made for them. The Academy’s SEND Inclusion Policy sets out the school’s aims, principles, and strategies for the identification and support of these students. All appeals are managed by the Hackney Learning Trust. If you have not been offered a place at Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA), the law entitles you to appeal against that decision to an Independent Appeal Panel. This panel is completely independent of both the school and the Local Authority. The appeals are held in Hackney. should include any evidence or supporting material with your appeal form and you must give them grounds for your appeal at the time you lodge your appeal form. Your appeal form will not be accepted unless you state the grounds for your appeal. You may appeal for more than one school.

Welcome to Victoria Kindergarten and Victoria International Nursery. Our (Lower Kornhill) campus is located in the Eastern District of Hong Kong and is highly accessible by public transport. We offer classes from Pre-Nursery to Upper Class. We proudly offer the accredited IB Primary Years Programme and the Columbia University Teachers College Reading and Writing Project. Our focus is to deliver a balanced curriculum where we focus and nurture the children as a whole, so we pride ourselves in incorporating the performing arts within our curriculum. The school provides different learning areas to enhance the inquiry process and extend the students' thinking. It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Victoria family. Founded in 1965, Victoria Educational Organization is one of the largest providers of early childhood education in Hong Kong, serving families of pre-nursery and kindergarten children at its eight kindergartens and nurseries. We have built a legacy and reputation for our experience in education as we continuously explore and embrace innovations to enhance our children’s learning. We believe deeply that quality education is a necessary precondition for a better world, and pledge to ensure that our schools meet your children’s needs by providing well-equipped, well-resourced, and well-staffed campuses. We take pride in our commitment to offering programs that draw upon leading early childhood research and best practices facilitated by an expert and knowledgeable faculty. Together, we aim to create a relevant, engaging, and challenging educational experience for all children. We stay true to our motto, “Multilingual Students Today, Global Citizens Tomorrow”, and to our objectives – Together we care, learn and inspire – by implementing programs that emphasize exploratory and inquiry-based learning approaches, in environments designed to nurture children’s love of learning, academic, and skills development. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program, renowned for challenging the inquiring mind and engaging children with a broader international perspective, is implemented in all of our campuses, that have been authorized as an IB World schools. Furthermore, a balanced curriculum to enforce literacy standards and enrich inquiry learning is adopted throughout our organization. Our entire staff is committed to establishing a school environment that allows students to enjoy their learning experiences, and to flourish and grow at all levels. The immersion setting we provide demonstrates our emphasis on developing children’s early biliteracy and trilingual skills. We facilitate such language development by implementing the “one teacher-one language” arrangements in classrooms, thus allowing children to learn and interact with native speakers of different languages: English, Cantonese, and Putonghua respectively.

Welcome to Kornhill Victoria Nursery and Kindergarten. Our campus is one of the Victoria Kindergartens located on the east side of Hong Kong Island, welcoming over 300 eager students each day. Middle Kornhill prides itself on its close relationships between parents and teachers. This partnership ensures that we are all heading in the same direction, helping our students be the best they can be. It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Victoria family. Founded in 1965, Victoria Educational Organization is one of the largest providers of early childhood education in Hong Kong, serving families of pre-nursery and kindergarten children at its eight kindergartens and nurseries. We have built a legacy and reputation for our experience in education as we continuously explore and embrace innovations to enhance our children’s learning. We believe deeply that quality education is a necessary precondition for a better world, and pledge to ensure that our schools meet your children’s needs by providing well-equipped, well-resourced, and well-staffed campuses. We take pride in our commitment to offering programs that draw upon leading early childhood research and best practices facilitated by an expert and knowledgeable faculty. Together, we aim to create a relevant, engaging, and challenging educational experience for all children. We stay true to our motto, “Multilingual Students Today, Global Citizens Tomorrow”, and to our objectives – Together we care, learn and inspire – by implementing programs that emphasize exploratory and inquiry-based learning approaches, in environments designed to nurture children’s love of learning, academic, and skills development. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program, renowned for challenging the inquiring mind and engaging children with a broader international perspective, is implemented in all of our campuses, that have been authorized as an IB World schools. Furthermore, a balanced curriculum to enforce literacy standards and enrich inquiry learning is adopted throughout our organization. Our entire staff is committed to establishing a school environment that allows students to enjoy their learning experiences, and to flourish and grow at all levels. The immersion setting we provide demonstrates our emphasis on developing children’s early biliteracy and trilingual skills. We facilitate such language development by implementing the “one teacher-one language” arrangements in classrooms, thus allowing children to learn and interact with native speakers of different languages: English, Cantonese, and Putonghua respectively.

Welcome to Victoria (Harbour Green) Kindergarten. We are one of the two Victoria Kindergartens located on the Kowloon side, and welcome 430 enthusiastic students each day. Harbour Green campus runs trilingual programmes for 2 to 6 years olds from Pre-Nursery to K3, and proudly offers the IB Primary Years Programme and the Columbia University Teachers College Reading and Writing Project (TCRWP). We also offer cross-curricula enrichment activities in the areas of music, art, and sports in order to foster balanced development in our children. Large, open-space learning areas are a signature feature of a 21st century school environment. At Victoria Harbour Green, we have six different sections in our large open play area allowing for the development of literacy, mathematics, role-play, sensory, arts, and science. Each section of this play area is updated throughout the year and linked to the ‘Units of Inquiry’ students are investigating. Through innovative learning experiences, we are able to extend students learning from each individual classroom to the common play area so that they can make connections from the individual to the whole community learning level. Our library provides a relaxed and safe environment that offers repeated exposure to positive interactions. In this space students have access to a wide variety of books, and are exposed to diverse story times and lessons taught by our experienced librarian. All of these experiences have a significant impact on brain development, foster students’ curiosity to inquire, and help to develop vital early literacy and mathematical skills. Most importantly, our library provides an opportunity for students to develop a love of books and reading. The collection of books in our library is organised in connection with the six transdisciplinary themes, and the ten learner profile attributes of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. As thoughtful educators who are committed to continuous improvement, we reflect annually on our curriculum and the way we teach it. Our well-trained teachers are able to deliver the most up-to-date cutting edge trilingual programme by applying their knowledge gained from participating in worldwide professional development workshops. Best practice of 21st century teaching and learning involves certain strategic, timeless elements. Flexibility is one of the key elements when delivering a programme which promotes skill driven, concept based and play based learning. We know that using technology with our students is also one of the keys in unlocking 21st century global skill sets. Hence, all our classrooms, including our library, are equipped with an Interactive Whiteboard and a visualiser which are used to enhance learning. All of our teaching staff are enthusiastic, energetic, qualified, native English, Putonghua and Cantonese speaking Early Childhood Educators who are committed to working in a dynamic environment. They are recruited from all around the world including Europe, North America, and Asia. As lifelong learners, striving for excellence in Early Years Education, our teachers participate regularly in structured professional development opportunities. These include seminars and workshops conducted by experts from the International Baccalaureate Organization, project developers from Columbia University Teachers College Reading and Writing Project, and specialist early childhood educators from overseas or Mainland China. Location is not simply a matter of providing safe and enjoyable learning experiences for children. More importantly, parents appreciate the accessibility of our school. Victoria Harbour Green is conveniently located in one of Hong Kong’s developing areas - West Kowloon. Our school is easily accessible by the MTR which is just 5 minutes walking distance away from the Olympic Station. Located in a private residential estate, the safety and privacy of our students is of paramount importance. A warm, welcoming, and highly supervised environment is a must when it comes to early childhood education.

Welcome to Victoria (Homantin) International Nursery. An internationally-minded school located in Kowloon. Our campus offers state-of-the-art facilities designed for young and curious learners. Homantin offers both trilingual and bilingual classes for children under the age of 2 years and up to the age of 6. We are an IB World school implementing the IB Primary Years Programme and the Columbia University Teachers College Reading and Writing Project. We believe in providing our future generations with high quality, balanced, and holistic educational experience. To develop innovative learning and teaching environments that foster teachers’ professionalism and help children reach their full potential. We deeply believe that the childhood years are the most important for growing and learning. Therefore, we must provide our children with… It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Victoria family. Founded in 1965, Victoria Educational Organization is one of the largest providers of early childhood education in Hong Kong, serving families of pre-nursery and kindergarten children at its eight kindergartens and nurseries. We have built a legacy and reputation for our experience in education as we continuously explore and embrace innovations to enhance our children’s learning. We believe deeply that quality education is a necessary precondition for a better world, and pledge to ensure that our schools meet your children’s needs by providing well-equipped, well-resourced, and well-staffed campuses. We take pride in our commitment to offering programs that draw upon leading early childhood research and best practices facilitated by an expert and knowledgeable faculty. Together, we aim to create a relevant, engaging, and challenging educational experience for all children. We stay true to our motto, “Multilingual Students Today, Global Citizens Tomorrow”, and to our objectives – Together we care, learn and inspire – by implementing programs that emphasize exploratory and inquiry-based learning approaches, in environments designed to nurture children’s love of learning, academic, and skills development. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program, renowned for challenging the inquiring mind and engaging children with a broader international perspective, is implemented in all of our campuses, that have been authorized as an IB World schools. Furthermore, a balanced curriculum to enforce literacy standards and enrich inquiry learning is adopted throughout our organization. Our entire staff is committed to establishing a school environment that allows students to enjoy their learning experiences, and to flourish and grow at all levels. The immersion setting we provide demonstrates our emphasis on developing children’s early biliteracy and trilingual skills. We facilitate such language development by implementing the “one teacher-one language” arrangements in classrooms, thus allowing children to learn and interact with native speakers of different languages: English, Cantonese, and Putonghua respectively.

Welcome to Victoria (South Horizons) International Nursery and Kindergarten. Every day we have over 400 eager students coming into our school which is located in the Southern District of Hong Kong Island. Our campus offers a Trilingual program for 2 to 6-year-olds from Pre-Nursery to Upper Class (K3), and a Bilingual program starting from 3 to 6 years old from Nursery Class (K1) to Upper Class (K3). We provide an inquiry and literacy-based curriculum our teachers have trained annually in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) and the Columbia University Teacher's College Reading and Writing Project (TCRWP). As you walk down the steps to our kindergarten, you will likely be welcomed by ships sailing by. The beautiful sea view is a warm and inviting environment for the children to come to school every day. From many of the different classroom windows, you can see the clear blue sea and boats passing by. There are times when you can even hear the honking of the horns from the ships. Being surrounded by nature and gardens offers the children a breath of fresh air from the hustle and bustle of the city. From the moment that you walk into the lobby of our campus, you will see two corridors that lead the kindergarten into different engaging learning areas intended to promote creativity and curiosity. When you look into our classrooms, you will see an aesthetically pleasing environment that encourages the children to explore various learning centers related to their current units of inquiry. The large learning areas allow the children to move around with ease, engage in interactive lessons, and also allow enough space for quiet activities, small group activities, and individualized learning. Not only are the children able to learn from the internal school community, but they are also able to learn from the close-knit extended community of South Horizons. Our neighborhood allows the children to have real-life experiences that build on the classroom learning and improve the students' essential literacy, research, and problem-solving skills. There are many opportunities for parents to join in on class activities and field trips to promote collaboration between home and school, as many of our students and their families also live in South Horizons. We believe that our learning community not only consists of the school but also the home community in providing a first-class education for everyone. Located conveniently in the Southern District, there is an abundance of transportation to choose from that gets you to our campus. There are many buses to and from Central, Causeway Bay, and even Pok Fu Lam. With the new South Island Line of the MTR, it is even quicker to get to South Horizons from Admiralty. Whether you take the bus or train, when you cross over the Ap Lei Chau Bridge, you will get a glimpse of the incredible view that is on the South Island. We strive to deliver a balanced curriculum with hands-on, inquiry-based learning. Our campus has been an authorized IB World School since April 2015, and we have been a partner school of Columbia University’s Teacher’s College Reading and Writing Project since September the same year. These programs allow the children to be inquirers and take ownership of their learning, as well as develop their thinking skills to apply strategies that will build their confidence as learners.

Welcome to Causeway Bay Victoria Kindergarten & International Nursery. Our Mission: To develop a community of international, curious, and lifelong learners who help to build a better world through open-mindedness, understanding, trust, and respect. We accomplish this through a diverse and energetic curriculum delivered by enthusiastic and professional staff in partnership with children and parents, in a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment. Our program allows children to enjoy learning and to reach their optimal potential – academically, socially, and personally, giving them the skills and attitudes to be confident and responsible in an evolving world. Everyone knows that children are full of potential however, only those who offer quality education can promise to bring out the best in children. At Causeway Bay Victoria, we combine rich experiences in education and classic developmental theories with the newest scientific discoveries around the world, to provide the best education and the most pleasant learning environment possible for our next generation. Most members of our excellent international teaching team have already obtained their bachelor’s or master’s degrees. Through inquiry-based learning, we promote international-mindedness and cultural awareness with a strong bilingual foundation. We have adopted the International Baccalaureate® (IB) curriculum since 2006 and became an authorized IB World School in 2012. To further strengthen students’ interest in reading and writing and build a solid language foundation, starting from 2013, we have worked with Teachers College of Columbia University to design and implement the “Reading and Writing Project”. We actively encourage parents’ involvement in children’s development and education and often invite locally and world-renowned experts to give parent seminars, as well as organize exchange visits to Mainland and overseas sister schools. No matter where they choose to continue on their education, whether at Victoria Shanghai Academy, the “through-train” school that I founded, or at other primary schools, our graduates are ready achievers, always love to learn, and are good at expressing themselves. We will continue to seek collaborative opportunities with higher institutions and overseas schools and bring the newest and the most effective pedagogy to Victoria. At the same time, we will strengthen the kindergarten to primary school transition. Under the leadership of Ms. Ting, Principal Sabrina Lee and I will inherit the spirit of our mothers and march forward. Causeway Bay Victoria Kindergarten and International Nursery aim to have our children actively engage in different learning activities, who can socialize confidently in groups, and have parents who will support their children to grow to their full potential in becoming responsible global citizen who evolves in a child-centered learning community that combines international perspectives and Chinese heritage. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, we offer the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). This program forms the basis of a rigorous education through a well-developed curriculum that fosters academic excellence and personal growth. The Bilingual/Trilingual learning environment is provided to stimulate and promote international-mindedness as well as cultural awareness among local students and students from diverse backgrounds. Most parents prefer to keep their children's multi-language learning strong, and many want to continue with an IB education. Victoria Shanghai Academy (VSA) is a popular choice, and our students are given a preferential opportunity for admission. The school’s curriculum is based on the IB Primary Years Programme(PYP), which is a pillar of inquiry-based learning. The IB model is student-led: the teachers play the role of facilitators, helping the children to construct knowledge. Through this process, the children continually ask questions, and then collect, analyze, organize, and report on the information they have found.

Victoria University (VU) is one of Australia's few universities to offer courses in both TAFE and higher education. Through our strong industry connections and leadership in sports education, we provide opportunities for every individual to achieve success on their terms and prepare them not just for a career but for life. As the University of Opportunity and Success, we will be open and excellent, creating exceptional value for any student from any background and uplifting the communities we operate. We will achieve this vision by: Providing high-quality, engaging career-based tertiary education at all vocational and higher education levels with flexible entry and exit points, appropriate pathways, engaging and rigorous curriculum, and contemporary delivery while maintaining rigorous standards and ensuring that all students are supported to meet those standards. Undertaking high-quality and innovative applied and translational research results in healthier, smarter, and sustainable communities in the West of Melbourne and beyond, and connecting deeply with industry and the community, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning. Throughout our one hundred-year history, we have proudly focused on creating education and training opportunities for students in the West of Melbourne and beyond. We aim to be a great university in the 21st century. We will provide exceptional value to our students, guiding them to succeed through personalized, flexible, and industry-relevant learning opportunities. The applied and translational research by our staff and their students and our graduates as employees and citizens will enhance social and economic outcomes in our heartland. Healthier, smarter, and more sustainable communities will result. It is almost impossible in the 21st century to be a successful participant in the global knowledge economy or society without tertiary education. A marvelous university in the 21st century needs to provide students with an offer that emphasizes and values diversity and inclusivity. Victoria University is your university of opportunity and success. This is an exciting and challenging time for VU. We have an excellent opportunity to develop a dynamic university model relevant to the needs and aspirations of contemporary learners and the community of the 21st century. Our strategic plan articulates the actions we need to take to position ourselves as an outstanding and open university through: Offering tertiary education at all levels, with flexible entry and exit points, to any student who seeks a tertiary education to develop their careers. Undertaking high-quality research and research training reflects our student's and staff's interests and needs and has a significant impact on the industry and community. Offering leading-edge career-based education from pre-vocational certificates to PhDs to help students develop themselves as employees and entrepreneurs. Further increasing the impact of our applied and translational research.

Theological education and discipleship are not different things. In reality, theological education is concentrated on discipleship. This discipleship aims to help another believer conform to the image of Christ and to influence those whom God has called to leadership within the local church. We believe that the college is an excellent place for the local church and the college to train effective workers for the local church and full-time ministry. By balancing sound doctrinal teaching with practical methodology, we believe that the students and graduates of VBBC will enhance the ministry of any local church in which they serve. Our lecturers are experienced in local church ministry and bring to the classroom a wealth of knowledge drawn from practical Christian living. Our study courses have been developed to challenge and encourage our students to achieve academic excellence while they find numerous outlets for practical application. Victoria Baptist Bible College strives to meet the need for trained men and women who can minister effectively in their local church. Because of a need to train effective workers both for the full-time Christian ministry and local church ministries, classes began on 12 February 1973 under the auspices of Baptist Mid-Missions. Since that time, Victoria Baptist Bible College has been committed to strengthening the local church. We desire to see many of our graduates serve within the local church as pastors, teachers, deacons, and a variety of other Christian ministries. VBBC also wishes to prepare men and women for service on the foreign field as missionaries sent out by their local church. Victoria Baptist Bible College invites you to come and train to serve the Lord. How many lives do we have? While a cat is sometimes said to have nine, we have only one life to live, and that life should be lived for God. If we focus only on the here and now, we profit nothing because it will all pass away. We must live for eternal values. Our goal at VBBC is to equip men and women to serve in the local church. We want to see God's servants effectively proclaiming the life-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ to their community and the world.

AIM is a not-for-profit organization that delivers 70 years of expertise to hundreds of Australian organizations that wish to develop world-class management and leadership capabilities. AIM was formed 70 years ago by a group of young Melbourne foremen who met in 1938 and decided to begin an association to maintain contact and develop their knowledge of management principles and practices.

Victoria University achieved university status in 1991, but our preceding institutions date back to 1916. We are one of Australia's few dual-sector universities. Today, we have over 40,000 enrolled higher education and vocational education and training students studying on our campuses. The Victoria Graduate School of Business (VGSB) is dedicated to encouraging your educational and career aspirations. We offer the flexibility and convenience you need to make postgraduate study work for you. We combine academic excellence and practical learning through our close ties with the industry. Specializing in business education, research, and consultancy, we focus on getting you to your career goals. We also have an extensive international network with partners in China, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Germany, India, and the USA. CEO Magazine's 2017 Global Rankings awarded our MBA a Tier One rating for its excellent lecturers, small class sizes, student diversity, value-for-money, and international study options. As one of 39 public universities in Australia, graduates can be assured their VU qualification is being awarded from a university operating in a world-class education system. Being a dual-sector university means that our students can complete pathway vocational education quickly to higher education - from a certificate or diploma course to an undergraduate degree or even a postgraduate qualification by coursework or research. As the University of Opportunity and Success, we will be open and excellent, creating exceptional value for any student from any background and uplifting the communities we operate. We will achieve this vision by: Providing high quality, engaging career-based tertiary education at all vocational and higher education levels with flexible entry and exit points, appropriate pathways, engaging and rigorous curriculum, and contemporary delivery while maintaining rigorous standards and ensuring that all students are supported to meet those standards. Undertaking high quality and innovative applied and translational research results in healthier, smarter, and sustainable communities in the West of Melbourne and beyond, and connecting deeply with industry and the community, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning. Throughout our one hundred year history, we have proudly focused on creating education and training opportunities for students in the West of Melbourne and beyond. We aim to be a great university in the 21st century. We will provide exceptional value to our students, guiding them to succeed through personalized, flexible, and industry-relevant learning opportunities. The applied and translational research by our staff and their students and our graduates as employees and citizens will enhance social and economic outcomes in our heartland. Healthier, smarter, and more sustainable communities will result. It is almost impossible in the 21st century to be a successful participant in the global knowledge economy or society without tertiary education. A marvelous university in the 21st century needs to provide students with an offer that emphasizes and values diversity and inclusivity. Victoria University is your university of opportunity and success. This is an exciting and challenging time for VU. We have an excellent opportunity to develop a dynamic university model relevant to the needs and aspirations of contemporary learners and the community of the 21st century. Victoria University acknowledges and respects the Elders, families, and forebears of the Boonwurrung and Wurundjeri of the Kulin, who are the traditional owners of University land.