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Academic Portfolio

The Academic Portfolio is headed by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) and Vice-President who leads the planning and implementation of the University’s strategies related to RMIT’s academic programs and the RMIT student experience.

The Portfolio is responsible for services to support the quality of RMIT programs, including the professional development of academic staff, continuous improvement of the student experience and learning and teaching outcomes.

The Academic Portfolio plays a key role in empowering students to access education, participate actively in the life of the University and achieve successful and fulfilling lives beyond graduation. The provision of a stimulating and satisfying experience for students is a priority for the University

The Portfolio is responsible for:

• development and implementation of the Academic Plan in accordance with University strategy as it relates to best practice in learning and teaching, student experience and academic staffing
• oversight of quality assurance for RMIT programs and their contribution to the development of improved outcomes for students and partners
• development and implementation of policy relating to academic profile and its impact on academic programs and staff
• leadership and management of relevant projects deemed as priorities in the RMIT Strategic Plan and Business Plan
• provision of learning resources through RMIT libraries
• identifying and planning for administrative and support services to meet the needs of different student cohorts, on and offshore, across the student life cycle
• promoting access to VET and Higher Education by students from diverse backgrounds and targeted equity groups

• developing and maintaining systems, processes and procedures related to the student record.