The Network's establishment is based on a number of assumptions including the belief that Australia's economic and social future is closely tied to the effectiveness of its higher education institutions and training initiatives, that appropriate policy and management research can be of assistance to policymakers and managers, and that well devised public and institutional policies need to be based on detailed and reliable information and on careful and critical assessment of options. It also is based on the assumption that the proper development of the higher education system in Australia is hindered currently by an inadequate policy information base. Finally, there is a great deal of research in higher education of a highly applied nature with a short-term time span. The Network is concerned with a range of basic projects related to higher education management and policy at both institutional and system levels. Becoming a member Membership of the Network is open to active researchers in higher education management and policy, both academic staff and research students, in Australian Universities, and individuals engaged in policy making in higher education in Australia.
New members are always welcome.
Members will be informed of all activities organised by the Network and all publications. See Publications list below. If you would like to apply for membership, please complete our online application form . Alternatively, a membership application form appears in an appendix in the Network Directory. See Publications list below.