Masterclass Series

Cyber Resilience in the Wake of the Optus and Medibank Data Breaches

Date: Monday 28 November
Time: 1pm – 2pm

From Optus, to Medibank and now EnergyAustralia, Australians have been rocked by a string of sophisticated data hacks in the past two months. During this masterclass, we will explore ways organisations can build stronger cyber resilience. We will investigate the cyber-crime ecosystem, emerging cyber security threats and the practices that enable organisations to be adaptive and responsive to cyber threats.

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Where Could a Career in Occupational Therapy Take You?

Date: Monday 28 November
Time: 2pm – 2.30pm

Want a rewarding career where no two days are alike? Learn about a day in the life of an Occupational Therapist in this session and hear the benefits of supporting the most vulnerable in our society. For those ready to explore further study, hear about the Master of Occupational Therapy program at the University of Canberra.

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Cyber Security Workshop: Cyber Security is Everybody's Business

Date: Tuesday 29 November
Time: 2pm – 3pm

Millions of Australians are being subjected to cybercrime each year, the latest Optus data breach is only one example in a string of recent attacks. That's why, it doesn't matter if you're a global corporation, a small business, or an individual trying to protect your identity - cyber security is everybody's business. In this masterclass, we will dissect a fictitious cyber security incident to better understand what happens in cyber-attacks. We will also discuss practical data-safe tips for individuals, and how how our degrees can equip you with the skills to defend against the cyber hacks of tomorrow.

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Battling the Great ‘Truth Decay’ in Digital Communication

Date: Tuesday 29 November
Time: 3pm – 4pm

Distrust of traditional sources of authority, social media platforms’ focus on engagement, and hostile influence operations have created a widespread crisis of information. This Masterclass will outline responses to misinformation, starting with computational mapping techniques. Open-source intelligence and fact-checking are crucial, but can be misused.

Two strategic principles will be defined:

1. Disinformation aims to capture our attention, so fact-checking must be fast.
2. Wikipedia’s transparency and auditability mean it has become a key antidote to truth decay.

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Exploring the Voice to Parliament

Date:Wednesday 30 November
Time: 10am – 10.30am

This masterclass will give an overview of the history and issues surrounding the proposal to introduce a Voice to Parliament for First Nations Australians. It covers the concept of sovereignty, the reception of white-settler law and the case of Mabo. It will also explore the 1967 referendum, the stolen generations, and the race power. Finally, the session will explore the process leading up to the Uluru Statement from the Heart and the upcoming referendum.

How to Win the Data Science Race

Date: Wednesday 30 November
Time: 11am – 12pm

The data science field is changing rapidly. In 2022, many companies are using their owned data to increase revenue by applying a data science pipeline. As digital platforms play a larger role than ever, various components in the pipeline can be improved with automation. In this session, we describe what this pipeline is and how to win in this race as a data scientist.

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Career Profile: Nutritionists and Dietitians

Date: Wednesday 30 November
Time: 12pm – 1pm

When it comes to the prevention and treatment of some chronic diseases like Diabetes and Heart Disease, a change in nutrition and diet can have a major impact. More than ever, Nutritionists and Dietitians are playing a pivotal role in modern healthcare and are making a major impact on the health and well-being of everyday Australians. In this masterclass, we will discuss the role of the dietitian and the range of exciting employment opportunities that a career in this field can offer.

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Exploring the Past and Paving the Future of Creative Industries

Date: Wednesday 30 November
Time: 2pm – 3pm

The Creative Economy provides a source of inspiration and employment for thousands of Australians nation-wide. But how do we articulate the value of the Creative Industries to private, public, and community stakeholders? This session traces the past and present ways that policies and practices have shaped arts, culture, design, and media. It finishes by providing a window into alternative ways we can define value to the creative and cultural practices into the future.

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Managing Talent During a Skills Shortage

Date: Wednesday 30 November
Time: 3pm – 4pm

Australia is facing a battle for talent, with employers facing the stiffest competition for qualified staff as the balance of power shifts to workers and drives up salaries. This Masterclass engages participants to think about why effective talent management is a strategic imperative for all knowledge-based service organisations. It also explores how the organisational context shapes they way that talent is defined and managed.

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Sustainability, Climate Change and Business

Date: Wednesday 30 November
Time: 4pm – 5pm

What does climate change mean for business in Australia? Is ESG a help for business or just one more thing to tick off? Join this Masterclass to explore the implications of climate change and ESG for business. Learn how sustainability can assist firms more effectively meet increasing shareholder and stakeholder expectations for better environmental, social AND financial outcomes.

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Finance Focus: Where Numbers and Strategy Intersect

Date: Thursday 1 December
Time: 11.30am – 12.30pm

This Masterclass engages participants to think about why organisations need to consider account financial management and accounting numbers as part of strategy. It will explore how the organisational context shapes the way that financial and non-financial issues come together to inform decision-making. It will also address how the accounting discipline can intersect emerging themes such as sustainability, CSR and climate changes.

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Mental Health Disclosure in Law - an Ethical Crossroad?

Date: Thursday 1 December
Time: 2pm – 2.30pm

The road to becoming a lawyer is complex, especially when we consider how mental health challenges impacts new, young and veteran lawyers both prior and post admission. This workshop considers the requirements for disclosure and how proposed legislative amendments may affect disclosure obligations.

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