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Further Education and the International Market
01 Dec 2009
Held in central London
Bringing together leaders in FE, this conference examined the operation and impact of the PBS. Delegates also heard how colleges and providers are developing long-term strategies to build partnerships, compete for international students and understand the demands of international markets.
Programme
10:00
John O’Leary, Editor, Policy Review Magazine
Welcome and introduction from Conference Chair
10:10
Matthew Anderson, Director, TVET UK
Developing an international strategy for UK FE
10:30
Jane Scott Paul, Chief Executive, AAT
Threats and opportunities - making transnational education work for UK FE
10:50
Brian Lister, Principal and Chief Executive, Stevenson College Edinburgh (AoC Beacon Award winner for International Student Support)
Meeting the needs of international students
11:05
Questions and discussion Session 1
11:10
Phil Woolas MP, Minister of State for Borders and Immigration
Keynote address
11:25
Phil Woolas MP, Minister of State for Borders and Immigration
Question and answer
11:30
Refreshments, networking and exhibition
12:00
Key issues seminars: Session 2
13:00
Buffet lunch, networking and exhibition
14:00
Rt Hon Keith Vaz MP, Chairman, Home Affairs Select Committee
Keynote address
14:15
Rt Hon Keith Vaz MP Chairman, Home Affairs Select Committee
Question and answer
14:20
Panel discussion: Enhancing reputation and ensuring quality
Dr Alison Birkenshaw, Chair, FE Reputation Strategy Group and member 157 Group Member
Anthony McClaran, Chief Executive, Quality Assurance Agency (QAA)
Dominic Scott, Chief Executive, UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA)
Dr Gina Hobson, Chief Executive , British Accreditation Council
15:00
Refreshments, networking and exhibition
15:30
Key issues seminars: Session 4