Transnational Education Network

Global interest in transnational education is growing rapidly, whether it's through international partnerships, offshore branch campuses or the proliferation of online learning that transcends borders.

About the Network

IEAA's Transnational Education (TNE) Network provides a forum to exchange views and ideas about TNE strategy and management, policy and practice – including compliance with Australian and host country legal requirements – and encourages participation across all sectors of the industry. Membership is open to IEAA members and non-members.

The network aims to:

  • Provide a focus for the exchange of views and ideas about TNE strategy, policy and practice among members
  • Encourage standards of good practice in TNE among members, including compliance with Australian and host country legal requirements
  • Encourage, promote and undertake benchmarking in TNE
  • Provide networking opportunities for academic and professional staff.

Network Conveners

Network Conveners represent professionals across each of the IEAA Networks and are responsible for setting the agenda for network focussed events, research and insights and identifying relevant topics and speakers for the Australian International Education Conference (AIEC).

Caryn Nery IEAA-SF

Convener

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. 

Emma Steinke

Deputy Convener

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. 

Peter Harris IEAA-F

Deputy Convener

Peter brings a range of experience and perspective from over 20 years in executive and board roles including professional services, government, start-ups and listed companies. Peter brings a range of experience and perspective from over 20 years in executive and board roles including professional services, government, start-ups and listed companies. Peter is Chief Executive Officer for UTS College and has oversight for their strategy for cross-border programs including partnerships in Indonesia, Vietnam, South Korea, China, Nepal, and Myanmar as well as the assessment and development of new partnerships.

Resources

IEAA networks bring together like-minded colleagues to exchange ideas and insights. Find research, publication, insights and other resources curated by IEAA for our network subscribers.

Upcoming Events

IEAA network forums and events provide opportunities for admissions and compliance professionals across education institutions and organisations to come together and explore a range of issues and opportunities.

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IEAA Data Group | Exploring International Student and Agent Insights 02 Jul 2026 - 02 Jul 2026Online Via Zoom Webinar20 points

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IEAA Intercultural Competence Masterclass Program 25 Aug 2026 - 03 Sep 2026Online Via Zoom100 points

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Latest News and Insights

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IEAA celebrates Australia’s exceptional international education professionals at AEIC 2023

Posted on 11/10/2023
The winners of the 2023 IEAA Excellence Awards were announced during the AIEC Opening Plenary on Wednesday 11 October 2023.

IEAA announces the ‘Help Australia Thrive!’ campaign

Posted on 31/07/2023
Do you have a presentation idea for this year's IEAA Admissions and Compliance Forum? Submit your proposal now.

Erasmus+ announces its 2023 Call for Proposals

Posted on 24/11/2022
The European Union’s flagship programme to support education, training, youth and sport in Europe has announced its Call for Proposals for 2023.

Latest Insights

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31/03/2022

ESOS Review: Gathering feedback and providing a response

Paula Soon

In February 2022, IEAA’s Admissions and Compliance Network distributed a survey to members of the international education community to gather feedback for the ESOS review and PRISMS improvement project

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