Welcome!

Thank you to all our new students who attended Saturday’s New Student Session, we hope it was informative and enjoyable.

To all students, new and returning, we wish you the very best for the Session ahead!

Congratulations AGSM MBA Programs Graduates 2011

Click Here for a full list of our graduates!

Classes

Classes begin this week, from tomorrow Tuesday 31^st May. You can view your Class Schedule on myUNSW to confirm your class name/number and the day and time of your class.

GCCM & GDM Session Calendars are available at the following location:

http://www.asb.unsw.edu.au/currentstudents/agsmmba/studentresources/timetablesandkeydates/Pages/default.aspx Important: as some dates may change occasionally due to unforeseen circumstances, we ask that you always refer to the most up-to-date Session Calendar via the ASB website.

Staff members from the Student Experience office will be attending the AGSM Sydney CBD venue this Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday to assist students in finding their class.

Tuition Fee payment and FEE-HELP

Tuition fees are due by 5^th June 2011 and your statement is available from your student profile on myUNSW (click here for instructions).

Students wishing to apply for FEE-HELP should contact the Student Financials team on csandfees@unsw.edu.au.  You will need to submit your application prior to the census date for Session 2: 19^th June 2011.

Withdrawal deadline

The last day to withdraw from Session 2, 2011 without financial penalty is 19^th June 2011. Please send us a request via email if you need to withdraw.

Tax Invoices

If you require a tax invoice, please contact UNSW Treasury to request one.  Treasury needs the request from students in writing which you can do by sending an email to treasury@unsw.edu.au (N.B: enter “NS Student AGSM Tax Invoice / Receipt” as the subject and ensure you list your name, student ID and the UNSW Semester – i.e. Summer, Semester 1 or Semester 2).

Managerial Skills 360 degree Survey

If you are taking Managerial Skills this session and have not received an email from the Leaderskill Group regarding this survey, please contact them on survey@leaderskill.com.au or (02) 9449 7737, Mon to Fri 9am – 5pm AEST. Please note that the deadline for your respondents to submit their questionnaires for your survey is Friday, 10 June.

Online Course Materials

Electronic copies of the course materials for GDM & GCCM will are now available via Blackboard 9.

To Access Blackboard 9:

1.  Go to http://lms-blackboard.telt.unsw.edu.au

2.  Enter your Username and Password, click the Login button

Your username is your UNSW zNumber (can be found on your Student card)

Your password is your zPass

If you have not yet created, or forgotten, your zPass, please visit www.idm.unsw.edu.au and log in with your Unipass, or contact IT on (02) 9385 1333.

Events

We encourage students to access the events page regularly to keep up to date with events organised by alumni branches for alumni, students and their guests.

Events – June 2011

Melbourne: Networking Drinks

9 June 2011

The Trust, 405 Flinders Lane, MELBOURNE, VIC, 3000

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Orientation for new students

A reminder that the New Student Session is occurring on Saturday 28^th May 2011 (invitations have already been sent out to all new students). If you have any queries or dietary requirements, please contact the Student Experience Team. We look forward to seeing you there.

Online Course Materials

Electronic copies of the course materials for GDM & GCCM will are now available via Blackboard 9.

To Access Blackboard 9:

1.  Go to http://lms-blackboard.telt.unsw.edu.au

2.  Enter your Username and Password, click the Login button

Your username is your UNSW zNumber (can be found on your Student card)

Your password is your zPass

If you have not yet created, or forgotten, your zPass, please visit www.idm.unsw.edu.au and log in with your Unipass, or contact IT on (02) 9385 1333.

Release of results

Your final results will be released via myUNSW by COB on Wednesday 15^th June, 2011.

Managerial Skills 360 degree Survey

If you are taking Managerial Skills this session and have not received an email from the Leaderskill Group regarding this survey, please contact them on survey@leaderskill.com.au or (02) 9449 7737, Mon to Fri 9am – 5pm AEST. Please note that the deadline for your respondents to submit their questionnaires for your survey is Friday, 10 June.

Course Materials

The automated process for delivering your course materials to your courier address began last Wednesday, 11^th May. If you have not received your course materials within a week, please contact the Student Experience office. Please note that all students should have received a copy of the TNT con note number by email for tracking purposes.

Session 2 Classes

Classes will begin the week starting the 30^th of May. GCCM & GDM Session Calendars are available on our website.

Important: as some dates may change occasionally due to unforeseen circumstances, we ask that you always refer to the most up-to-date version of the Session Calendar.

The names of the instructors will be added to the Class Timetable one week before the start of the session.

Fees for Session 2

Fees are due by June 5 for your Session 2 courses. The deadline to apply for FEE-HELP is June 19.

GCCM Students

A reminder to all GCCM students that your introductory activities will begin in week -1, with your first teleconference taking place in week 1. Click here to view a copy of your session calendar.

Events – June 2011

Melbourne: Networking Drinks – NEW

9 June 2011

The Trust, 405 Flinders Lane, MELBOURNE, VIC, 3000

Register Now | More Information

Welcome!

The AGSM MBA Programs office would like to extend a warm welcome to all the new students joining our programs this session and welcome back to our continuing students. We wish you all the very best for a successful year of study.

Please also join us in welcoming Judy Hudson as the new Manager of Student Experience. Judy brings a wealth of experience to the position and a demonstrated commitment to enhancing student experience within the programs she has previously managed.

GDM/GCCM weekly newsletter

The weekly newsletter will be our main form of communication with you. It will contain important reminders and information pertaining to timetable updates, enrolment reminders, assessments and examinations, as well as ensuring you remain up-to-date with current happenings in the AGSM MBA Programs community. The newsletter will be sent to your student zMail account and it is your responsibility to ensure your forwarding email address is kept up-to-date so you do not miss out on receiving important information.

Final exam – how to apply for Special Consideration

Students who were unable to attend the final exam for Session 1, 2011 on Saturday 14^th May 2011 due to either unforeseen circumstances or misadventure are encouraged to contact the Student Experience office (see ‘useful contacts’ on the last page) and may be eligible to apply for Special Consideration.

Release of results

Your final results will be released via myUNSW by COB on Wednesday 15^th June, 2011.

Orientation for new students

A reminder that the New Student Session is occurring on Saturday 27^th May 2011 (invitations have already been sent out to all new students). If you have any queries or dietary requirements, please contact the Student Experience Team. We look forward to seeing you there.

Student Cards

All Intensive students who will be visiting the Kensington Campus for their two Intensive weekends will automatically have student cards organised. If you are not an Intensive student and would like a student card, please email Student Experience by Monday 23^rd May, 2011. Please note, our student cards do not include a photo, and are only used for UNSW library services.

Online Enrolment Period for Session 2, 2011 is closed

The Session 2 online enrolment period closed on Wednesday 27 April at 5pm. There are still a few spaces left in some of our classes, so if you are interested in enrolling, please contact the Student Experience office.

Course Materials

The automated process for delivering your course materials to your courier address began last Wednesday, 11^th May. If you have not received your course materials within a week, please contact the Student Experience office. Please note that all students should have received a copy of the TNT con note number by email for tracking purposes.

Session 2 Classes

Classes will begin the week starting the 30^th of May. GCCM & GDM Session Calendars are available on our website.

Important: as some dates may change occasionally due to unforeseen circumstances, we ask that you always refer to the most up-to-date version of the Session Calendar.

The names of the instructors will be added to the Class Timetable one week before the start of the session.

Fees for Session 2

Fees are due by June 5 for your Session 2 courses. The deadline to apply for FEE-HELP is June 19.

GCCM Students

A reminder to all GCCM students that your introductory activities will begin in week -1, with your first teleconference taking place in week 1. Click here to view a copy of your session calendar.

Events – May 2011

Sydney: Alumni Bi-monthly Mixer Networking Drinks

17 May 2011

Cargo Bar & Lounge, 52 – 60 The Promenade, King Street Wharf, SYDNEY, NSW, 2000, Australia

Register Now | More Information

Events – June 2011

Melbourne: Networking Drinks – NEW

9 June 2011

The Trust, 405 Flinders Lane, MELBOURNE, VIC, 3000

Register Now | More Information

On behalf of the MBA Programs Office, we would like to wish everyone the best of luck in your end of session exams and may you have an enjoyable and relaxing break!!!

Final Examinations for Session 1, 2011 – this Saturday 14^th May

The full schedule for your final exam(s) is already accessible from our Timetables & Key dates webpage.

All GDM students based in NSW (CBD, Kensington, Parramatta, North Sydney, North Ryde) will be sitting their exams on the UNSW Kensington campus. NSW students enrolled in MPO and/or EMP should refer to this document for further details on their exam venue. Please Students enrolled in ITOP, MKTM and/or CF need to refer to this document.

All other (interstate) GDM students will sit their exam at their usual Cliftons venue. Students enrolled in intensive courses (CF & MKTM) will sit their exam in their home state (as per their courier address).

If you need to change your exam venue, please let us know as soon as possible.

Online Enrolment Period for Session 2, 2011 is closed

The Session 2 online enrolment period closed on Wednesday 27 April at 5pm. Please contact us if you wish to modify your enrolment or pick up a class for the upcoming session.

Fees for Session 2

Fees are due by June 5 for your Session 2 courses. The deadline to apply for FEE-HELP is June 19.

Win tickets to AMPlify Festival of Innovation & Thought

Ever fancied seeing the world’s top thinkers and business innovators gathered together for a week of talks right here in Sydney?  Well you should get to know about AMP’s Amplify Festival, running from 6-10 June.

AMP are giving you the chance to score some super exclusive free tickets for yourself and a friend – just head on over to the Amplify Facebook page and take 30 seconds to vote in the poll and you could be on your way to ideas and inspiration unlimited!

Featuring the inventor of WiFi, Barack Obama’s tech policy dude, the Indian Business Woman Of The Year, one of Steve Job’s ex-house mates, Australia’s former most senior public administrator, Australia’s most watched You Tuber and some of the world’s most successful venture capitalists. Amplify is a truly unique Sydney event.

Events – May 2011

AGSM MBA Knowledge Series – NEW

18 May 2011

The Global Impact of Internationalising the RMB

Cliftons, Level 33, No.9 Queen’s Road, Central, Hong Kong

Register Now | More Information

End of session feedback

Please be advised that the end of session feedback surveys will be distributed to you this week. Your assistance in providing feedback about your courses is greatly appreciated.

Students enrolled in Intensive, Online, & GCCM classes: the feedback questionnaire will be available from eLearning as it is different to those you completed at the intensive workshops.

Final Examinations for Session 1, 2011

The full schedule for your final exam(s) is already accessible from our Timetables & Key dates webpage.

All GDM students based in NSW (CBD, Kensington, Parramatta, North Sydney, North Ryde) will be sitting their exams on the UNSW Kensington campus. NSW students enrolled in MPO and/or EMP should refer to this document for further details on their exam venue. Please Students enrolled in ITOP, MKTM and/or CF need to refer to this document.

All other (interstate) GDM students will sit their exam at their usual Cliftons venue. Students enrolled in CF & MKTM intensive courses will sit their exam in their home state (as per their courier address). Students enrolled in ITOP (Teletutorial) and LPM (Online) will sit their exam in their home states’ corresponding venue (as determined by their courier address).

GCCM students based in NSW will sit their exam in the AGSM Building. Interstate students will sit their exam in the corresponding Cliftons venues alongside GDM students. Any overseas-based GCCM students will need to organise their own invigilator.

If you need to change your exam venue, do to let us know as soon as possible.

Online Enrolment Period for Session 2, 2011 is closed

The Session 2 online enrolment period closed on Wednesday 27 April at 5pm. Please contact us if you wish to modify your enrolment or pick up a class for the upcoming session.

Fees for Session 2

Fees are due by June 5 for your Session 2 courses. The deadline to apply for FEE-HELP is June 19.

Win tickets to AMPlify Festival of Innovation & Thought

Ever fancied seeing the world’s top thinkers and business innovators gathered together for a week of talks right here in Sydney?  Well you should get to know about AMP’s Amplify Festival, running from 6-10 June.

AMP are giving you the chance to score some super exclusive free tickets for yourself and a friend – just head on over to the Amplify Facebook page and take 30 seconds to vote in the poll and you could be on your way to ideas and inspiration unlimited!

Featuring the inventor of WiFi, Barack Obama’s tech policy dude, the Indian Business Woman Of The Year, one of Steve Job’s ex-house mates, Australia’s former most senior public administrator, Australia’s most watched You Tuber and some of the world’s most successful venture capitalists. Amplify is a truly unique Sydney event.

Events – May 2011

The following events are open to GDM students and you are encouraged to attend.

Business Buzz

3 May 2011

An evening of conversations, sharing your business expertise & providing career guidance to students.

PricewaterhouseCoopers, Darling Park Tower 2/201 Sussex St, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia

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Melbourne: The Business of Sport

3 May 2011

In the hallowed halls of the MCG, explore this dynamic billion dollar industry.

Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne Cricket Club Members’ Dining Room, Brunton Avenue, JOLIMONT, VIC, 3002, Australia

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Free AGSM Executive Programs Webinar – The Future of Leadership in Australia

May 4, 2011 (11:00 AM – 11:45 AM)

Sydney: Social Innovation Start Up Camp

7 May to 8 May.

Cost: $40

Startup Camp is a face-to-face, collaborative event dedicated to bringing social entrepreneurs, technologists, business strategists, and other people who want to make things happen together. The purpose is to share advice and information about getting an idea up and running.

College of Fine Arts (COFA), Cnr Greens Road & Oxford Street, Paddington NSW.

More information

Brisbane: A business alumni event with guest speaker Kim Wood, CEO of Allconnex Water

10 May 2011

KPMG, Boardrooms 1 & 2, Level 16 Riparian Plaza, 71 Eagle Street, BRISBANE, QLD, 4000, Australia

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Adelaide Mixer Networking Drinks

10 May 2011

The Treasury on King William, 144 King William Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia

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Sydney: Alumni Bi-monthly Mixer Networking Drinks

17 May 2011

Cargo Bar & Lounge, 52 – 60 The Promenade, King Street Wharf, SYDNEY, NSW, 2000, Australia

Register Now | More Information

Hong Kong: AGSM MBA Knowledge Series

18 May 2011

The Global Impact of Internationalising the RMB

Cliftons, Level 33, No.9 Queen’s Road, Central, Hong Kong

Register Now | More Information