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I am delighted to be joining the Griffith community this month, and would like to take a moment to introduce myself to you all.

I am honoured to be the next Pro Vice Chancellor (Business) at Griffith, building on a distinguished history of business education and scholarship. I feel privileged to have the opportunity to lead such an outstanding group of staff, students and graduates who are so clearly passionate about their School and who remain committed to its continuing success.

As PVC I will be seeking to engage with all our stakeholders, including alumni, so as to build a business school community that delivers an outstanding student learning experience, produces high impact research, is regionally, nationally and globally connected and which allows us to deploy our academic expertise in ways that add real world value across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors.

Thank you for your ongoing support of Griffith Business School. I believe that you, our alumni, have a pivotal role to play in its development as a provider of world class business education for the dynamic Asia-Pacific region. The most successful business schools around the world are all characterised by their ongoing cultivation of strong and committed alumni networks. And Griffith is no exception. We recognise that you are important brand ambassadors for Griffith, with experiences that speak to the next generation of business school students.

Many of you are future employers of our graduates, and as such, are able to offer valuable insight into the current and emerging needs of the sectors you represent. Moreover, your perspectives and experience are used to inform and enrich our curriculum. You play an important role in nurturing current students through mentoring and internship opportunities and, by bringing you, as business innovators and decision makers into the classroom, we are able to inspire and educate our students in ways that help them fulfil their greatest ambitions for themselves, their future employers and their communities.

I will continue to support and actively encourage the GBS Alumni Network to deliver a comprehensive program of events and activities that add value to your Griffith education. I also look forward to meeting many of you at alumni events during the coming year and to working with you in order to leverage the tremendous goodwill and support that you continue to show GBS.

Best wishes,
David

Professor David Grant
Pro Vice Chancellor (Business)

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Have you spotted a fellow GBS alumnus in your workplace or at an industry event? Or wish to share your story with us? Email gbs-alumni@griffith.edu.au

Meet Olivia Loadwick
Corporate finance specialist and social entrepreneur

Olivia Loadwick is a corporate finance and strategy specialist. Since graduating as a University Medal awardee, Olivia has forged a successful career in investment banking, advising some of the world's leading companies on corporate strategy, capital management and mergers and acquisitions as well as providing advice on policy for State and Federal governments. In 2014 she was a recipient in the Australian Financial Review/Westpac 100 Women of Influence Awards. Olivia's passion is as a social entrepreneur with a focus on the empowerment of women. Olivia is the co-founder of the Glass Elevator, an initiative which focuses on building the pipeline of female talent in business and government, supported by Australia's largest organisations and most prominent CEOs. Olivia is also the Non-Executive Chairman of Global Sisters, a not-for-profit organisation providing micro-finance to foster female entrepreneurship in disadvantaged communities.

• Read more about Olivia's story here
• Watch Olivia's recent TEDx talk: Corporate collaboration in the not-for-profit sector

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New online Master of Finance and Investments launched

A new opportunity to progress a career in finance has been unveiled with the launch of Griffith's online Master of Finance and Investments.

The accelerated postgraduate program, which can be completed in two years, offers portfolio managers, investment analysts and finance professionals the chance to get ahead in the finance industry without pressing pause on a career for study.

The 100% online program structure also incorporates six intakes each calendar year, meaning industry professionals can start study at a time that works for them.

• Read more about New online Master of Finance and Investments launched
• View our new online degrees here

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New MBA Scholarships available for study in 2016

Griffith Business School has established three new equity based scholarships specific to the MBA program and associated Graduate Certificate in Business Administration pathway programs. These scholarships have been introduced to support and encourage female students, First Australians and international students to study the Griffith MBA and succeed in business and related careers. The scholarships cover a significant portion of the program fees, valued at 50% of the total MBA fees. The three scholarships available are:

• MBA Scholarship for Women
• MBA Scholarship for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Peoples
• MBA Scholarship for International Students

Griffith University and its partners offer a range of scholarships to support new and continuing students successfully complete their degrees through direct financial support.

For more information about scholarships, or to apply visit our Scholarships page. 

If you have any questions about the MBA scholarships, please contact the Griffith Business School Postgraduate Team on gbs-postgrad@griffith.edu.au or call +61 7 3735 4146.

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Megan continues the Owen-Jones legacy

Megan Owen-Jones will be the third generation of her family to study at Griffith University.

With her grandmother Margaret, father William, uncle Robert and aunts Catherine and Judith already holding Griffith degrees, it's now Megan's turn to keep the family name going on campus.

Megan is among approximately 10,000 applicants offered a place at Griffith in 2016.

Her father, Gold Coast City Councillor William Owen-Jones, couldn't be more proud of his daughter's choice to continue the family legacy.

Read more about Megan continues the Owen-Jones legacy

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Griffith Business School Alumni Network is pleased to offer another full calendar of great events in 2016.

Please continue to refer to our newsletter and event updates emailed to you each month, as well as our Facebook and LinkedIn for the latest event news.

Business breakfast | Gold Coast
The art of paying attention

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Business Breakfast Series

The art of paying attention

Date: Friday 5 February
Time: 7.00 am - 9.00 am
Venue: RACV Royal Pines Resort, Benowa, QLD
Attire: Smart casual
Cost:  Alumni, staff, student $45.00 | General admission $50.00
RSVP: Monday 1 February 2016

More information and register online

SAVE THE DATE: The future of professional services

Date: Friday 18 March
Time: 7.00 am - 9.00 am
Location: Brisbane CBD

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Take advantage of the fantastic discounts offered exclusively to Griffith alumni from our partners at:

• 7D Cinema
• Bean Bags R Us
• Di Bella Coffee
• Dejan SEO
• Exceptional Training
• Home Realty Group
• MRC Clinics
• Paradise Jetboating
• Physiotherapy Links
• Thrifty Car Rentals
• Vision Direct

Visit Alumni Benefits and Discounts for more information.

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