ASSESSMENT CHALLENGES IN VET SECTOR: Importance of Judgement & Moderation
The following story demonstrates the task of assessing students skills and knowledge is challenging and the assessors should not restrict their judgement of competence on what’s mentioned in the trainer assessor guide. The following anecdote concerns a question in a physics degree exam at the University of Copenhagen and is a true story of how […]
A Date With Courage 15th of August 2015
MCIE are proud to be supporting A Date with Courage. The fundraising conference is being held on Saturday the 15th of August at the Kung Fu Academy 1pm-5pm. The event is expected to raise $5000 for The Hunger Project. Patrons can enjoy inspiring talks and fabulous food all while supporting a great cause. SPEAKERS ANDREW […]
MCIE A Finalist in the Telstra Business Awards 2015
MCIE are proud to announce that we are a finalist in the 2015 Telstra Business Awards. Since 1992, the Telstra Business Awards celebrate the achievements and entrepreneurial spirit of Australia’s small and medium businesses. The judging process is rigorous, examining everything from financial management to HR, customer relations to marketing. At the same time, potential Award […]
Congratulations, graduating class of 2014!
It was a privilege celebrating the success of our students on Wednesday the 3rd of December; with more than 20 students receiving their certificates in front of proud family and friends. The ceremony started right on time at 2.30 with many students arriving well before then to settle in, grab a seat and show off […]
Recipes from the Heart: A Jenny Khor & MCIE Fund Raising Cooking Event
Nothing evokes memories as much as food; eaten around the dining table with family and friends. On Saturday, 22 November, 17 guests had the opportunity to gather around the kitchen table and walk down memory lane together with the legendary Jenny Khor. Jenny’s mastery of Malaysian flavours is undisputed. Pioneer of the only Malaysian restaurant […]
Professional Development: National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
A spotlight on the changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), its impact on stakeholders and a focus on Diversity at Work. The National Disability Insurance Scheme is set to revolutionise disability services in Australia. Done properly, it can make it easier for people to access essential care, support, therapy, equipment, early intervention and […]
Professional Development Session: A Focus on the NDIS and Leading Diversity at Work
Changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) have caused confusion and uncertainty amongst its’ different stakeholders. Diversity Programs at Melbourne City Institute of Education (MCIE) hope to encourage clarity around this topic by putting together a two hour professional development (PD) session for its government, not for profit and corporate partners and clients. The […]
MCIE 29th on the BRW Fast 100 Awards!
BRW’s Fast 100 and Fast Starters lists have for 25 years been Australia’s biggest celebration of business growth and entrepreneurship. Over the years, some of Australia’s best known companies have first come to prominence on a Fast list. For instance, Aspen Medical was ranked 1 on the Fast 100 in 2007, before outgrowing it to […]
