hon steve maharey associate minister of education (tertiary education) association of polytechnics...

Hon Steve MahareyAssociate Minister of Education (Tertiary

Education)

Association of Polytechnics in New Zealand

Sector Charter and Brand Launch

6 August 2003

Knowledge Society

Our vision:– A birthplace of world-changing people

or ideas– A land where diversity is valued and

reflected in our national identity– A great place to live, learn, work and

do business– A place where people invest in the

future

Mission

• The engine-room of the knowledge society

• Powerhouse of skills development

• Applied skills and trades

• Regional and local development

Access & Relevance

• Wide reach

• Respond to community needs

• Direct links into location and regional industry

• Undergraduate degrees based on industry and professional needs

• Alleviating skills shortages

Collaboration

• Better connected and collaborative system

• Strategic partnerships with industry

• Key agents of skills development and regional growth

• Polytechnic Regional

Development Fund

Research That Works

• “Research that aids development”

• Applied and technological research

• Genuine research niche

• Supports innovation in business, industry and communities

Sector Charter & Brand

• Evolutionary and consultative process

• Commonalities and distinctiveness

• Shows sector unity and

collaboration

• Challenges for the future?

Thank you