IEAA Transnational Education Forum 2024

Global Head of Transnational Education
Navitas Ltd

Tom Buckley is Global Head of Transnational Education at Navitas. He benefits from twenty plus years in leaderships roles in Canada and the UK. Extensive expertise in the global higher education sector and in particular the establishment and operations of university branch campuses across a diverse number of locations. As Global Head of TNE for Navitas, Tom's focus is on development and execution of Navitas’ ambitious TNE Strategy. Tom is currently based in Bandung, Indonesia supporting the opening and launch of the Deakin University Lancaster University joint branch campus.

Senior Lecturer
University of Melbourne

Associate Professor Gwilym Croucher is the Deputy Director of the Centre for the Study of Higher Education at the University of Melbourne. A former Fulbright Scholar, his research focuses on different aspects of the political economy of higher education. He has published widely on higher education policy and management and led large publicly funded research projects. He is also a regular media commentator on higher education in Australia.

Dean, School of International Education
Phenika University

Dong Xuan Dam holds a Ph.D. in Administration from the University of Quebec in Montreal, Canada, an MBA from the French Management Center (CFVG), and an LLM in International Business Law from the University of Tours. Dr. Dam currently works as Dean of the School of International Education at Phenikaa University. He is directly in charge of UWE Bristol’s franchised undergraduate programs with the University of the West of England (UK), Capital Normal University (China), and Youngnam University (Korea). Before joining Phenikaa University, he worked as Dean of the ISME at the National Economics University, where many TNE programs have been launched with Coventry University, University of the West of England, Huddersfield University, University of Koblenz-Landau, Boise States University and UQAM.

Vice President International Development
Melbourne Polytechnic

Tim Gilbert is a seasoned professional in the field of international education, particularly transnational education, including stand-alone commercial partnerships, capacity development, and feeder programs. As the head of Melbourne Polytechnic's International Partnerships division since 2019, he has successfully established new models of transnational delivery and expanded the institution's reach into new markets, resulting in it being recognized as Victoria's top-performing TAFE internationally winning several Victorian Government awards in 2023. Melbourne Polytechnic’s International Partnerships directorate has been at the forefront of developing VET micro credentials for offshore delivery, leading the collaboration with Victorian TAFE counterparts, with the goal of scaling Australian VET expertise throughout the region. Under Tim's leadership, Melbourne Polytechnic has also focused on customizing its educational offerings to cater to the specific needs of local markets, while also providing pathways for students to continue their education in Australia. Overseeing both international student recruitment as well as international partnerships, Tim has been able to integrate strict admissions criteria into the transnational programs to allow for streamlined articulations onshore.

Chief Officer Partnerships and Growth
UTS College

As Executive Director Future Students at UTS College, Peter leads UTS College Market and Business Development strategy. He is responsible for all marketing, student recruitment, admissions transnational education (TNE) partnerships, and product and business development. He is supported by Sydney staff and teams in China, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka Dubai Thailand and Malaysia ensuring the College remains at the forefront of pathway providers through product innovation and continuous improvement He has overseen the expansion of the TNE program and established partnerships throughout Asia including a wholly owned campus in Sri Lanka to build capacity and increase access for students in their home country. Peter sits on the Boards of UTS College subsidiaries in Australia, China and Sri Lanka and management boards of all TNE partnerships. Prior to joining UTS College, Peter worked across a range of sectors and roles from professional advisory with Deloitte, founding a tech start-up and successful advertising and marketing agencies. His not-for-profit experience includes appointments to the International Education Association of Australia (IEAA), as well as volunteer work in mental health and mentoring for purpose start-ups. Peter is also a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants.

Vice President (Academic Support & Partnership)
INTI International Universities and Colleges

Dr. Jane Lim boasts a distinguished career spanning over two and a half decades at INTI, where she embarked as a Computing/IT lecturer. Throughout her trajectory, she has traversed diverse roles, evolving into a seasoned academic leader. From her beginnings as an academic to her tenure as Head of Program, Dean, Academic Director, Deputy Chief Executive, and ultimately Chief Executive, Dr. Lim has amassed extensive experience in academic management and operations. Currently serving as Chief Executive of INTI International College Subang, Dr. Lim also holds a pivotal role as Vice President position of Academic Support and Partnership at the INTI Group level. Her expertise encompasses campus management and support, new program development, academic processes and operations, and fostering industry-academia collaborations. At the helm of INTI's Partnership Unit, Dr. Lim orchestrates Transnational Education management, leveraging her proficiency in establishing, developing, and overseeing franchise programs with esteemed partner universities spanning Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States, and France. Her adeptness at navigating the complexities of international collaborations allows INTI to deliver high-quality education that meets global standards. Dr. Lim's efforts have been instrumental in creating seamless academic pathways for students, providing them with opportunities for international exposure and diverse learning experiences. This not only strengthens INTI's global network but also ensures that students receive a well-rounded, globally competitive education. Additionally, Dr. Lim oversees the Academic Support Unit, championing academic alignment, instructional strategies, innovative teaching and learning initiatives, and the effective utilization of Learning Management Systems. Her commitment to academic excellence resonates throughout her endeavors and will continue to shape the educational landscape, inspiring future generations.

Director, TNE Partnerships
Victoria University

Caryn has worked in international education for over 25 years in a variety of roles including teaching, teacher training, academic coordination and TNE partnership management. Caryn has been involved in the leadership of the TNE Network for over 10 years and is a highly regarded TNE expert. She joined Victoria University as Director, Transnational Education Partnerships in June 2019, and oversees partnerships in Malaysia, China, Sri Lanka, and India. Prior to this, Caryn worked as Associate Director, Partnerships and Development at Monash College and spent 9 years at RMIT, managing TNE partnerships in the Asian region.

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement)
Swinburne University of Technology

Dr Douglas Proctor is the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement, at Swinburne University of Technology. He provides leadership across the university on global engagement and has responsibility for the development and deployment of Swinburne’s global strategy in teaching, research and outreach. A Senior Fellow of the International Education Association of Australia (IEAA), Douglas holds a PhD in international higher education from the University of Melbourne. Currently Chair of the European Association for International Education (EAIE) Publications Committee, Douglas was also recently the guest co-editor of a special issue of the Journal of Studies in International Education on environmental sustainability and internationalisation.

Associate Director, International Partnerships
RMIT University

Emma has been involved in transnational education for over 18 years, gaining a wealth of experience across the higher education and vocational education sectors at both metropolitan and regional Australian universities. Emma is the Associate Director, International Partnerships at RMIT University, and she oversees partnership operations in India, China, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore and Sri Lanka including engagement with the University campuses in Vietnam and Europe. She is also responsible for quality assurance, policy development and offshore regulatory matters for TNE partnerships.

Director, Multilateral and Qualifications Recognition Team
Department of Education, Australian Government

Joanna Wilson is the Director of the Multilateral and Qualifications Recognition Team within the Australian Government Department of Education. She is also the Head of Australia’s National Information Centre under several UNESCO qualifications recognition conventions that Australia is a State Party to. Joanna leads on the department’s international engagement through key multilateral fora, including APEC, ASEAN, G20 and UNESCO. She also leads on the department’s bilateral engagement in qualifications recognition, including its intersections with quality assurance and national qualifications frameworks or systems. Joanna has a background in education, curriculum development, international education partnerships, and policy development and implementation. She holds tertiary and postgraduate qualifications in secondary school education, training and assessment, history, Spanish, and English language teaching.