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The Victorian International Education Advisory Council (IEAC) is a non-statutory committee that advises the Minister for Economic Growth on issues and policies relating to Victoria’s international education sector.

The IEAC provides strategic advice on risks and opportunities for a more innovative and competitive international education sector, supports implementation and review of the government’s international education policy, and provides consultation through member stakeholder networks.

Since 2020-21, the IEAC has played a critical role in advising government on sector stabilisation and recovery. This includes contributing to the successful implementation of short-term recovery initiatives, the development of Victoria’s International Education Recovery Plan 2025 and the establishment of Victoria’s Commitment to Action: improving international student employment outcomes.

The members of the IEAC are:

MemberInstitution/Organisation
The Hon John Brumby AO (Chair) Chancellor, La Trobe University
Ms Linda BrownPresident and CEO, Torrens University Australia
Ms Carolyn ChongDeputy Vice-Chancellor (Global and Engagement), Federation University
Ms Frances CoppolilloCEO, Melbourne Polytechnic
Ms Michelle HoodbhoyDirector Transnational Education and Channel Management, Monash University
Mr Joshua NesterManaging Director, SEEK Investments
Mr Layton PikeInterim Executive Director International, RMIT University
Mr Derek ScottPrincipal and CEO, Haileybury
Dr Celina YuManaging Director, Global Business College of Australia

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