A new style of leadership for internationalisation

By Hans-Georg van Liempd. The function of the International Office has evolved over the past ten years. Increased responsibility is being placed on Senior International Officers (SIO) in the strive to internationalise our institutions. As Senior International Officers, we need to be able to adapt and evolve in response to this changing environment. We need to embrace change, and a more modern style of leadership.
In February 2013, thirty SIOs from Europe, the USA and various other regions gathered at the University of New Orleans for a full day of intense discussions on their leadership roles, providing some interesting insights. Invited presenter and strategic advisor at the University of Melbourne, Jacyl Shaw, gave a presentation on modern leadership in business, looking at how it could be translated for use in higher education institutions. Here are some of the main points he explored. Read more...