Course accreditation

Report on accreditation of five higher education courses of study offered by Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd

On 07 March 2024, a delegate of TEQSA accredited, under section 49 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the following courses offered by Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 07 March 2031:

• Diploma of Business
• Diploma of Communication and Creative Industries
• Diploma of Health
• Diploma of Information Technology
• Diploma of Social Science

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by Sydney Institute of Business and Technology Pty Ltd for accreditation meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Renewal of course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of 3 higher education courses of study offered by the Australian Institute of Business and Management Pty Ltd

On 7 March 2024, a delegate of TEQSA renewed, under section 56 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses offered by the Australian Institute of Business and Management Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 7 March 2031:

• Graduate Certificate of TESOL
• Graduate Diploma of TESOL
• Master of Arts (TESOL)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by the Australian Institute of Business and Management Pty Ltd for renewal of accreditation continue to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Renewal of course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of 3 higher education courses of study offered by the Australian Institute of Business and Management Pty Ltd

On 7 March 2024, a delegate of TEQSA renewed, under section 56 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses offered by the Australian Institute of Business and Management Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 7 March 2031:

• Graduate Certificate of TESOL
• Graduate Diploma of TESOL
• Master of Arts (TESOL)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by the Australian Institute of Business and Management Pty Ltd for renewal of accreditation continue to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Renewal of course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of 3 higher education courses of study offered by the Australian Institute of Business and Management Pty Ltd

On 7 March 2024, a delegate of TEQSA renewed, under section 56 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses offered by the Australian Institute of Business and Management Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 7 March 2031:

• Graduate Certificate of TESOL
• Graduate Diploma of TESOL
• Master of Arts (TESOL)

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by the Australian Institute of Business and Management Pty Ltd for renewal of accreditation continue to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by Australian Institute of Business Intelligence Pty Ltd

On 08 March 2024 a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 57A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses offered by Australian Institute of Business Intelligence Pty Ltd:

• Bachelor of Enterprise Management Systems (formerly Bachelor of Business (Enterprise Management Systems)) from 25 September 2024 to 25 September 2025.
• Bachelor of Business (formerly Bachelor of International Business) from 25 September 2024 to 25 September 2025.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision consistent with the principles set out in TEQSA's policy on extensions to the period of course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Extension of accreditation period

Report on extension of accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by Australian Institute of Business Intelligence Pty Ltd

On 08 March 2024 a delegate of TEQSA extended, under section 57A of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the accreditation of the following courses offered by Australian Institute of Business Intelligence Pty Ltd:

• Bachelor of Enterprise Management Systems (formerly Bachelor of Business (Enterprise Management Systems)) from 25 September 2024 to 25 September 2025.
• Bachelor of Business (formerly Bachelor of International Business) from 25 September 2024 to 25 September 2025.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision consistent with the principles set out in TEQSA's policy on extensions to the period of course accreditation, including an assessment of risks associated with the extension.

Initial CRICOS registration

Report on initial CRICOS registration of the IIBIT AHE Pty Ltd (IIBIT)

On 13 March 2024, TEQSA:

• Approved, under section 10 of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act), the application by IIBIT AHE Pty Ltd (IIBIT) for registration on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) for a period of 5 years until 13 March 2025. IIBT will be registered to deliver the below course at Level 2, 127 Rundle Mall, Adelaide SA 5000, with an approved student capacity of 330 overseas students.
  • Master of Business (Analytics)
• Imposed, under section 10B of the ESOS Act, one condition on the CRICOS registration of IIBIT AHE Pty Ltd (IIBIT).

ESOS Condition 1 - Admission, Recruitment and Support of Overseas Students

1. By 13 March 2024, IIBIT must engage a suitably qualified independent expert to undertake a review of IIBIT's first year of delivery to overseas students. The expert and terms of reference for this review must be approved by TEQSA. The review should assess the effectiveness of the implementation of IIBIT's policies and procedures in ensuring:
   
   1. responsible recruitment of overseas students
   2. its education agents act ethically, honestly and in the best interests of overseas students.
   3. adequate monitoring and support of overseas students
2. By 13 June 2025, IIBIT must provide TEQSA the review report, evidence of consideration of the review report, and any actions in response to the report, by its relevant governing bodies.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision in light of the risk that IIBIT AHE Pty Ltd (IIBIT) may not comply, or continue to comply with, the following objectives of the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018:

• recruit responsibly by ensuring students are appropriately qualified and sufficiently informed for their chosen course (Standard 2)
• ensure that its education agents act ethically, honestly and in the best interests of overseas students (Standard 4)
• assist overseas students adjust to study and life in Australia (Standard 6)
• safeguard the integrity of Australia's migration laws (Standard 8)
• appropriately manage overseas student enrolment, monitoring and reporting (Standard 9)

Application to withdraw decision.

In accordance with section 10B(1)(b) of the ESOS Act, TEQSA may vary or revoke a condition imposed on the registration of a registered provider at any time. TEQSA will consider any application by a provider for variation or revocation of a condition.

Renewal of registration and Self-accrediting authority

Report on renewal of registration and authority to self-accredit nominated courses of study of Morling College Ltd

On 31 July 2024, TEQSA renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of Morling College Ltd as an Institute of Higher Education, for a period of 7 years until 31 July 2031.

On 31 July 2024, TEQSA approved, under section 41 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), Morling College Ltd to self-accredit its courses of study in the scope of SAA applied for at AQF levels 8 and 9, in the broad fields of education 07 Education and 09 Society and Culture.

Due to this decision, the following courses previously accredited by TEQSA do not need to be re-accredited by TEQSA. Please visit the provider website for information on the courses it offers.

The periods of accreditation approved by TEQSA for the following courses expiring on 20 May 2025:

1. Master of Education
2. Master of Education (Leadership)
3. Graduate Diploma of Education
4. Master of Counselling
5. Graduate Diploma of Counselling
6. Graduate Certificate of Counselling
7. Master of Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care
8. Graduate Diploma of Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care
9. Graduate Certificate of Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care

The period of accreditation approved by TEQSA for the following course expiring on 14 December 2028:

1. Graduate Certificate of Professional Supervision

Main reasons for the decisions

TEQSA made these decisions on the basis that it was satisfied that Morling College Ltd continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Renewal of registration and Self-accrediting authority

Report on renewal of registration and authority to self-accredit nominated courses of study of Morling College Ltd

On 31 July 2024, TEQSA renewed, under section 36 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), the registration of Morling College Ltd as an Institute of Higher Education, for a period of 7 years until 31 July 2031.

On 31 July 2024, TEQSA approved, under section 41 of the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency Act 2011 (TEQSA Act), Morling College Ltd to self-accredit its courses of study in the scope of SAA applied for at AQF levels 8 and 9, in the broad fields of education 07 Education and 09 Society and Culture.

Due to this decision, the following courses previously accredited by TEQSA do not need to be re-accredited by TEQSA. Please visit the provider website for information on the courses it offers.

The periods of accreditation approved by TEQSA for the following courses expiring on 20 May 2025:

1. Master of Education
2. Master of Education (Leadership)
3. Graduate Diploma of Education
4. Master of Counselling
5. Graduate Diploma of Counselling
6. Graduate Certificate of Counselling
7. Master of Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care
8. Graduate Diploma of Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care
9. Graduate Certificate of Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care

The period of accreditation approved by TEQSA for the following course expiring on 14 December 2028:

1. Graduate Certificate of Professional Supervision

Main reasons for the decisions

TEQSA made these decisions on the basis that it was satisfied that Morling College Ltd continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.