Plans are underway to establish a lifestyle and leadership university on the Central Coast, with the Chancellor Institute currently seeking registration with the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).
A team of esteemed university executives is spearheading the ambitious project, led by CEO Phillip Cenere, former Associate Vice Chancellor of CQ University, and Professor Emerita Ann Brewer, former Deputy Vice Chancellor of Sydney University,
The Institute is hoping to establish a higher education institute that will become Australia’s premier lifestyle and leadership university.
The initial focus will be on offering master’s programs in digital entrepreneurship and digital media, followed by a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in information technology, allied health, aged care and early childhood education.
Chancellor Institute is embarking on a capital raise of $4.5M to launch the first set of courses and has allocated $10M to acquire commercial real estate that will serve as the inaugural campus.
With input from industry leaders hailing from renowned companies such as Canva, Google, Amazon, Toyota, and Xero, the programs will prioritise “authentic learning,” incorporating client-based projects, dedicated coaches and mentors, internships and pastoral care in partnership with local organisations.
“Many young adults are searching for meaning, truth and belonging,” Cenere said.
“Chancellor Institute will deliver personal and professional development programs including workshops on goal setting, health, spirituality and mindfulness.
“Our aim is to provide a premium modern institute, creating memories for students which will rebound in the future.
“Currently, Australia has a mere 197 higher education providers catering to over 1.6 million students, representing a staggering $34B market size this year.
“However, breaking into this market is no easy feat due to registration and accreditation regulatory hurdles.
“Out of the 197 providers, 149 are private institutes, with the remaining 48 being universities or university colleges.
“This pales in comparison to other sectors such as childcare, which boasts 13,370 providers, and the vocational education sector, with over 4,000 registered training organisations (RTOs).
“As the third most popular international student destination worldwide, Australia is witnessing an unprecedented surge in demand for its degrees.”
Chancellor Institute aims to capitalise on this trend and welcomes the opportunity to engage with local business leaders for potential investment and partnership opportunities.”
To learn more about the initiative contact ceo@chancellor.education.
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Chancellor Institute