Renewal of course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of two higher education courses of study offered by Technical and Further Education Commission

On 25 January 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 Technical and Further Education Commission, for a period of seven years until 25 January 2031:

• Bachelor of Property Valuation
• Bachelor of Applied Commerce

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the courses submitted by Technical and Further Education Commission 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 one higher education course of study offered by the Higher Education Leadership Institute Pty Ltd

On 25 January 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 course offered by the Higher Education Leadership Institute Pty Ltd, for a period of seven years until 25 January 2031:

• Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Academic Practice.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the course submitted by Higher Education Leadership Institute Pty Ltd for renewal of accreditation continues to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Renewal of course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of one higher education course of study offered by Eastern College Australia Limited (formerly Eastern College Australia Incorporated)

On 22 January 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 course offered by for a period of seven years until 22 January 2031:

• Master of Community Counselling

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that the course submitted by Eastern College Australia Limited (formerly Eastern College Australia Incorporated), for renewal of accreditation continue to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.

Renewal of CRICOS registration

Report on renewal of CRICOS registration of The Cairnmillar Institute (CMI)

On 29 January 2024, TEQSA renewed, under section 10E of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000 (ESOS Act), the CRICOS registration of The Cairnmillar Institute for a period of 7 years until 29 January 2031.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that it was satisfied that The Cairnmillar Institute continues to meet the requirements of the ESOS Act and the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training 2018 (National Code).

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 course accreditation

Report on renewal of accreditation of three higher education courses of study offered by the Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd

On 18 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 Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd, to 31 December 2025.

• Master of Business Administration
• Graduate Diploma of Business Administration
• Graduate Certificate of Business Administration.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that:

• it was satisfied that the courses submitted by the Victorian Institute of Technology 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 three higher education courses of study offered by the Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd

On 18 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 Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd, to 31 December 2025.

• Master of Business Administration
• Graduate Diploma of Business Administration
• Graduate Certificate of Business Administration.

Main reasons for the decision

TEQSA made this decision on the basis that:

• it was satisfied that the courses submitted by the Victorian Institute of Technology Pty Ltd for renewal of accreditation continue to meet the applicable Standards of the Higher Education Standards Framework (Threshold Standards) 2021.