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From Strategy to Action: The Role of University Managers

Strategies are only as powerful as the action they inspire. But how do you translate high-level goals into tangible progress, especially in complex university settings? This webinar is designed for managers and teams navigating the gap between vision and delivery.

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How to Make Consultancy Happen in Higher Education

Universities today face significant challenges, from increasing pressure to secure funding to responding to rapid changes in industry needs. Yet, one clear opportunity stands out: harnessing the power of academic consultancy. But how can higher education institutions make this happen effectively?

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From Crisis to Transformation: Strategies for University Leaders and Managers

Following the release of Universities UK’s report Towards a New Era of Collaboration, Sir Rob Behrens CBE and Anna Brady discuss how to lead with integrity and drive lasting change. Drawing on their leadership and transformation experience, they explore fairness, people-centred approaches and adaptive leadership as key to improving governance and navigating complexity.

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Top Tips for Knowledge Exchange with Hamish McAlpine

If anyone knows Knowledge Exchange, it’s Hamish McAlpine. Previously at Research England/UKRI, he led the creation of the first Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) and distributed £250 million each year to support KE across the sector. He is now Director of Policy and Engagement at Oxentia, a global innovation consultancy.

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