Griffith International Development Unit

Griffith International Development Unit Delivering programs through professional project management. CRICOS: 00233E | TEQSA: PRV12076 Griffith University CRICOS Provider Number 00233E

The International Development Unit specialises in the professional management of international projects in developing countries. With over 30 years’ experience, our team combines world-class education with our leading expertise in international project management to deliver professional development courses. Over the years, we have successfully tendered for and delivered various development programs and customised services for a range of organisations in both the private and public sectors.

Asia Pacific Integrity SchoolExpressions of Interest Now Open The Asia Pacific Integrity School is now accepting Express...
22/06/2026

Asia Pacific Integrity School
Expressions of Interest Now Open

The Asia Pacific Integrity School is now accepting Expressions of Interest for its upcoming 6-day intensive program in Brisbane, Australia.

Designed for early to mid-career professionals, Asia Pacific Integrity School equips participants with the policy, analytical, and operational skills needed to drive integrity and anti-corruption efforts across institutions and communities.

How to apply?
Step 1 : Please fill out the following Expression of Interest form by 17 July 2026.
Step 2: Successful applicants will be notified by email, and asked to enrol via link. Enrolment and payment will be required by 14 August 2026.

Submit your Expression of Interest now: https://forms.office.com/r/metktqdzPh

Places are limited, apply early to secure your opportunity!

Griffith University was delighted to welcome a delegation for the Australia Awards Public University Management Leaders ...
19/06/2026

Griffith University was delighted to welcome a delegation for the Australia Awards Public University Management Leaders Study Tour (Bangladesh) Australian Professional Opportunity to the Brisbane South (Nathan) campus for a morning of rich dialogue and knowledge exchange on higher education leadership, best practice, and pathways for future collaboration.

The visit featured an insightful discussion and Q&A with Professor Rebecca Ford on Research Pathways and Higher Degree Research (HDR) through the Griffith Graduate Research School, followed by an engaging dialogue forum led by Professor Sarojni Choy on Navigating Higher Education Management. It concluded with a networking morning tea, bringing together members of Griffith's academic and research community for meaningful conversation and connection. We look forward to strengthening these global connections and fostering ongoing partnerships.

Australia Awards are prestigious international Scholarships, Fellowships and Short Courses funded by the Australian Government through the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Griffith University welcomes participants of Australia Awards Indonesia Advancing the Research into Commercialisation Ag...
15/06/2026

Griffith University welcomes participants of Australia Awards Indonesia Advancing the Research into Commercialisation Agenda Program, funded by the Australian Government to Brisbane.

The cohort of 24 participants from across Indonesia will engage in a program spanning Brisbane and Canberra, featuring insights from leading experts at Griffith University and industry. The program includes contributions from specialists in science, research commercialisation, innovation, and technology, including Course Leaders Professor Dian Tjondronegoro, Adjunct Professor The Hon. Paul Lucas, Ms Sally McPhee and expert Dr Peter Riddles AM.

Drawing on Australia’s experience in bridging research and industry, the program is designed to be highly practical and outcomes-focused. It combines tools, templates, and peer learning to support Indonesian policymakers and research leaders in accelerating research translation and advancing the national commercialisation agenda.

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Participants of Australia Awards Papua New Guinea Sports Short course: The Business of Sport in PNG have come together i...
12/06/2026

Participants of Australia Awards Papua New Guinea Sports Short course: The Business of Sport in PNG have come together in Port Moresby for an intensive two week program delivered by Griffith University and funded by the Australian Government.

Course Leaders Dr Caroline Riot and Professor Kevin Filo have joined 30 industry professionals for a program designed to build participants’ understanding, capability, and skills to strengthen sporting and recreation infrastructure and management to world-class standards. The course will develop business competencies that foster an enabling environment for sport sector growth, enhancing skills to grow and innovate the business of sport in PNG.

Australia Awards in Papua New Guinea, through its Short Course, supports the development of Papua New Guineans’ knowledge, skills and capabilities in priority areas to enhance partnerships and linkages between Papua New Guinean and Australian organisations.


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Participants in the Australia Awards South Asia & Mongolia Short Course on Training on Diplomacy and International Relat...
12/06/2026

Participants in the Australia Awards South Asia & Mongolia Short Course on Training on Diplomacy and International Relations for Mongolia, delivered by Griffith University, gathered online for their final workshop.

During the two day Applied Learning Activities workshop, participants showcased their hard work by presenting their return to work projects to course leaders and peers, applying the insights and knowledge they had gained throughout the course.

A huge thank you to all participants for their dedication and engagement.

We looked forward to seeing them drive meaningful and lasting change in Mongolia.

Australia Awards are prestigious international Scholarships, Fellowships, and Short Courses funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.


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This week, we’re excited to welcome 24 participants of the Australia Awards Indonesia Short Course Closing the Loop: Inc...
10/06/2026

This week, we’re excited to welcome 24 participants of the Australia Awards Indonesia Short Course Closing the Loop: Inclusive and Circular Solutions for Solid Waste in Indonesia Short Course, funded by the Australian Government to Brisbane.

The course led by Professor Prasad Kaparaju and Associate Professor Sunil Herat brings together leading experts from across Australia. Providing participants with practical skills in designing and implementing circular economy strategies, analysing PPP frameworks for waste management and recycling, applying financing and investment models to support sustainable infrastructure, and understanding international best practices for resource recovery projects.

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Congratulations to the participants in the Australia Awards Regional Short Course on Transforming TVET Policy for Inclus...
04/06/2026

Congratulations to the participants in the Australia Awards Regional Short Course on Transforming TVET Policy for Inclusive and Future-Ready Skills Systems for industry leaders from South Asia and Mongolia.

This week marked the successful conclusion of the Applied Learning Activities Workshop, delivered online by Course Leaders Professor Amie Shaw, Professor Susan Ressia, Professor Ruth McPhail, and Professor Sarojni Choy.

Over three days, participants and course leaders engaged in interactive sessions to consolidate key learnings and present innovative projects developed throughout the course.

We extend our sincere thanks to all participants for their dedication and collaboration. We look forward to seeing the positive impact and transformative changes you bring to the education sector as a result of this experience.

Australia Awards are prestigious international Scholarships, Fellowships and Short Courses funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.



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The participants of the Australia Awards Short Course on Accessing Climate Finance for Pakistan have successfully conclu...
01/06/2026

The participants of the Australia Awards Short Course on Accessing Climate Finance for Pakistan have successfully concluded their two-week trip to Australia with insightful presentations in Sydney and Canberra.

Highlights from the week included:

• Solar Share Community Energy Pty: A visit to the innovative facility near Canberra is Australia’s largest community-owned solar farm
• Australian Sustainable Finance Institute (ASFI): Ben Sakker Kelly
delivered a presentation outlining Australia’s emerging green taxonomy and providing updates from the Natural Capital Advisory Group (NCAG).
• Climate Energy Finance Sydney: Tim Buckley delivered a presentation on navigating strategic, financial, and geopolitical dynamics to accelerate South Asia’s net zero transition through regional collaboration, investment, and technology convergence.
• Climate Change Policy, Adaptation and Risk Division - National Adaptation Policy Office, Climate Resilience presentation.

A heartfelt thank you to all the participants for their active engagement throughout the program and course leaders Associate Professor Rob Hales, Professor Christoph Nedopil Wang and experts Rita O'Sullivan, Natalie Osborne and Donovan Burton.

Thank you to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for funding this Short Course through Australia Awards.

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This week, we’re excited to welcome 25 participants of the Australia Awards Indonesia Short Course Leveraging Technology...
01/06/2026

This week, we’re excited to welcome 25 participants of the Australia Awards Indonesia Short Course Leveraging Technology and Data for Justice and Security Sector Reform, funded by the Australian Government to Brisbane.

After an exciting first week in Sydney and Canberra, participants will continue a full program of presentations, site visits, and workshops in Brisbane. These sessions will focus on addressing practical challenges such as data governance, institutional coordination, and ethical digital transformation, drawing on expertise from Griffith University and industry specialists in governance, criminology, and technology.

The course is led by Professor Alan Liew, Adjunct Professor The Honourable Paul Lucas, and Dr Hai Luong who have provided guidance for participants through meaningful discussions and collaborative learning.

We look forward to supporting the cohort as they continue their journey in Brisbane.

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The first week of the Australia Awards Short Course on Accessing Climate Finance for Pakistan has seen participants atte...
20/05/2026

The first week of the Australia Awards Short Course on Accessing Climate Finance for Pakistan has seen participants attend many insightful presentations, site visits and workshops.

Highlights included:

• Policy Development Presentation: Former Deputy Premier of Queensland, Associate Professor The Honourable Paul Lucas discussed policy innovation and collaborative governance processes for climate finance.
• Energy Qld Visit: Participants travelled to Energy Qld for a presentation on state-owned electricity companies and net zero emissions strategies.
• Risk Management and Climate Resilience Presentation: Expert Donovan Burton explored capacity strengthening and risk mapping, climate-focused risk assessment techniques, integrating resilience and adaptation into projects, and key resilience frameworks.

Week 2 will see participants travel to Canberra, where they will meet with government departments and organisations in the capital.

Thank you to course leaders Associate Professor Rob Hales, Professor Christoph Nedopil Wang and experts Rita O'Sullivan, Natalie Osborne and Donovan Burton.

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