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 You're studying with the best
AACSB Accreditation is something to be proud of!
Griffith Business School is an accredited member of AACSB International — The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Not only do we hold the most recognised form of professional accreditation an institution and its business programs can earn, we have also achieved some fantastic 2018 rankings. This year we affirmed our place as an outstanding education provider in the Shanghai Ranking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects! We are No. 1 in Australia and No. 2 in the world for Hospitality and Tourism, Top 100 for Political Sciences and Public Administration, Top 150 for Business Administration and Top 300 for Economics. Learn more.
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Explore your options!
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Winter in The Netherlands
During this short course in January 2019 students will
participate in interactive workshops that focus on skills and personal
development in both entrepreneurial and general topics. The course
consists of modules (which include either (guest) lectures, workshops,
company visits or coaching sessions) that take place both on and off
campus, and are delivered in English.
Applications close 15 October 2018
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Study overseas and give yourself an edge
International Relations and/or Politics students have a unique opportunity to study an intensive three to four weeks long course overseas as part of their degree in the January 2019 holidays. Study at universities in the USA, Europe, Central America or South America.
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 Our Co-Curricular Awards are now open!
Applications
are now open for the 2018 GBS Co-curricular Awards. There are four
award categories (Leadership, Community Service, Sustainability and
BusinessPLUS), each with a prize value of $250-$500 cash. The winners will also be invited to attend the Gala Dinner in November. So if you think you or a fellow classmate have what it takes, apply now!
Applications close on Friday 28 September 2018.
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Win your seat at the Change 2018 Conference
The
Change 2018 Conference is proudly
brought to you by Social Marketing @ Griffith. 'Change' brings together
the world's brightest thinkers and game changers, giving you exclusive
access to the people who have delivered change for the better.
For your chance to win your seat at the conference, valued at $1190 just tell us in 25 words or less why you want to attend Change 2018. Entries* can be emailed to Social Marketing @ Griffith
Competiton closes Thursday 18 October 2018. Winner will be announced via email prior to event. *One entry per person.
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Queensland Government Expo at Nathan campus
Kick start your career with the Queensland Government and join the State’s largest and most diverse cohort of graduates. In attendance will be Greater Graduate Program, QLD Treasury, IT Graduate Program, Department of Transport and Main Roads. These departments are recruiting for many disciplines, so please come along and see where you fit in. Presentations followed by pizza and networking.
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Gain a competitive edge
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Find your next enriching opportunity
Build your employability skills and experience beyond the classroom.
Discover the many ways you can invest in your personal and professional development while you study through the Enrich 'find your opportunity' search tool. Learn more.
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Explore work-integrated learning opportunities
Spend time in the workplace and prepare for the job market.
Explore our work-integrated learning and internship opportunities, designed to allow industry to engage undergraduate and postgraduate business students for hands-on leaning in degree-relevant projects.
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Looking to enhance your employability by upskilling in Data Analytics?
Griffith business students have exclusive access to a free workshop series consisting of two half-days of lab-based training covering: (1) basic data management (2) visualisation (3) predictive analytics (4) web scraping and text analytics. A hands-on problem-solving experience in using Python will be emphasised through a series of real-world examples. Attendees completing all (four) sections of the workshop will be granted an electronic attendance certificate and participation contributes to the ENRICH element of the BusinessPLUS program.
Note: Participants must have completed 1305AFE Business Data Analysis, or equivalent
When: Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 October, 9.30am–1.00pm
Where: Nathan campus (N50_1.03)
Places limited! Register here.
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Free Value Based Leadership training coming soon
Mentoring at Griffith is offering students
the opportunity to work with coaching company Character Builders to
further develop leadership skills. What you stand for and how you enact
your values is important. This FREE Values Based Leadership training,
delivered in five short online modules, sent to you on a weekly basis,
will help you answer these questions. Register today. |
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Don't just do Business, do BusinessPLUS!
BusinessPLUS is a new program for GBS students designed to help you get a headstart on your career through a range of extracurricular experiences.
By registering for the program, you will be guided through a structured set of activities to complete over the course of your studies that will assist you to develop skills sought by employers.
Take control of your future, make sure you graduate with an edge in today’s competitive job market!
Seeking further support with BusinessPlus?
- BusinessPLUS Information Sessions
'Back to basics' information session aimed at students new to the BusinessPLUS program or those who want a refresher on the elements in the program and how to use the BusinessPLUS workbook.
Next sessions: GOLD COAST: Tuesday 18 September 12.00pm–1.00pm G42_1.04 or NATHAN: Thursday 20 September, 1.00pm–2.00pm N76 (Campus Heart) 1.01 register here
- In person consultations – 15-20 mins by appointment at Nathan and Gold Coast campuses
For students looking for face to face support to navigate the BusinessPLUS program and workbook. Email businessplus@griffith.edu.au to make an appointment.
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| GBS News |
Mainfreight Scholarship a perfect fit for winner Mary Cortes
GBS student Mary Cortes couldn’t quite believe
it when she was told she was the winner of the Mainfreight Scholarship.
“It’s a highly competitive scholarship and being the recipient is really
a great blessing. I am so grateful to Mainfreight for considering me as
the deserving candidate,” Mary says.
As a part of the award, Mary will receive $8000 to assist her as she works towards completing her Bachelor of Business degree. Read more.
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Beachcare event engaged coastal community
On 17 August, 22 GBS student leaders participated in a ‘Beachcare’
event at the Southport Spit (The Spit). ‘Beachcare' is a coastal
community engagement initiative that is facilitated by the Griffith
Centre for Coastal Management, in partnership with the City of Gold
Coast.
Our leaders spent the morning collecting rubbish,
as well as re-planting and weeding an area of The Spit. These plants
are essential for a healthy wetland and beach environment and all the
students thoroughly enjoyed participating in the day. Read more.
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Winner of the Pat Weller Prize
Congratulations to 2018 Pat Weller Prize winner Laura Tyler, Laura is a dual degree student studying Law and International Relations. |
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