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iLEADBE INSPIREDGET THE GLOBAL EDGE

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iLEADPROGRAM HANDBOOK

iLEAD is the University of Newcastle’s International Leadership Experience and Development Program. It is an exceptional opportunity for University of Newcastle students to gain experience and skills in the areas of leadership and international awareness.

As part of the program students will:• Attend dynamic, interactive lectures with real world take home

messages.• Hear from highly respected international figures – people who are

famous in their fields of expertise, who have travelled the world, who have led and been part of significant international events and organisations.

• Have the opportunity of taking part in countless events domestically or around the world.

The flexible delivery allows students to design an individual path through the program, and complete the program at an individual pace.

Program completion will be recorded on the students Australian Higher Education Graduate Statement (AHEGS), and is a highly valuable addition to a students resume on completion of their studies.

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Students gain leadership experience, skills and competencies under the following themes:

• Leadership in an International Context – covers the fundamentals of leadership and the skills it requires in the context of intercultural communication and cross-cultural environments

• International Awareness – covers understanding and critical analysis of global issues and the role of international frameworks

• Community, Diversity and Pluralism – covers the concepts of belonging to, and playing a role in, a community; and cultural pluralism in employment and community environments

All students currently enrolled at the University of Newcastle are eligible to take part in the iLEAD Program. Students need to complete the Online Induction found on the iLEAD Website. After completing the induction students enrol in the iLEAD Blackboard site.

www.newcastle.edu.au/ilead

THEPROGRAMTHEMES

ELIGIBILITYANDHOWTOJOIN

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THEiLEADPROGRAM

INTERNAT IONALLEADERSH IP

SER IES (4 )

SK IL L BU IL D INGL ECT U RES (9)

P ORT FOL IO

COMPL ET IONCEREMONY

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INTERNATIONALLEADERSSERIES(ILS)High-profile distinguished leaders and speakers with international and domestic experience will present on varying topics of leadership. These events are an excellent networking opportunity and allow students to engage with notable leaders. Students are required to attend a minimum number of 4 ILS lectures throughout the program.

SKILLBUILDINGLECTURESSkill building lectures involve interactive and dynamic University academics and external speakers delivering engaging hands on and practical lectures that integrate the three iLEAD themes. Students are required to attend a minimum number of 9 Skill Building lectures throughout the program.

ACTIVITIESIn order to complete the program, students must accrue a certain number of points of ‘experience’ through participation in a range of selected activities. Students can only participate in a non-paid structured task with a respected government or non-government organisation.

Examples can be found below:• Student exchange • International short courses or study tour• International internships/placements• Learning a language • Approved academic units• Serving on the executive of a club/society• Local Community project work/volunteering

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THEiLEADSHORTPROGRAM

INTERNAT IONA LLEADERSH I P

SER IES ( 1 )

SK I LL B U I LD I NGLECT U R ES (3 )

PORT FOL I O

COM PLE T I ONCE RE M ON Y

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This program is for students that are studying at the University of Newcastle for up to a maximum of one year. This includes inbound Study Abroad and Exchange, and postgraduate coursework students. The structure and steps in the program are identical to the full version, however the lecture participation and iLEAD points have been reduced. To complete the program, students are required to attend a minimum of one International Leadership Series (ILS) events, three skill building lectures, and acquire 50 iLEAD points.

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• Community participation - domestic or international Internships / placements/ pracs / advertised volunteer opportunities / general volunteering (Students can only participate in a non-paid structured task with a respected government or non-government organisation)

• Undertake a language course Can be a University course or through an external provider WEA, TAFE

• Undertake a leadership role in an on-campus or off-campus association or organisation Hold an executive position (e.g. President, Secretary, Treasurer) for an association or organisation

iLEADPOINTSTABLE

iLEAD approved academic course(see approved list,

maximum 3 courses)

Undertake a leadership role in an on-campus or off-

campus association or organisation for 1 year

Inbound study abroad & exchange students

International Experience (outbound)

(1 Semester)

iLEAD sactioned attendance at an event, seminar or conference

Participate in an approved international

conference Community participation domestic or internatonal

(30-39 hours)

Community participation domestic or international

(5-19 hours)

Participate in an overseas short course

(2-8 weeks)

Community participation domestic

or international(>60 hours)

Community participation domestic

or international(50-59 hours)

Community participation domestic or international

(40-49 hours)

Undertake a language course

(Maximum 3 courses)

Community participation domestic

or international(20-29 hours)

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The iLEAD Points table will help you determine how many points you are entitled to after you complete an Activity.

NOTE: Students can claim no more than 60 points for participating in the same activity. e.g. undertaking a leadership role in an on-campus association for a maximum of 3 years (3 x 20 points = 60 points)

TIP: Always keep a log book adding up the number of hours you are volunteering. Then when you have completed the Activity, use the points table to work out how many points you receive

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Students are required to present a portfolio on completion of the program.

The portfolio will include:

• An iLEAD checklist (see page 11)• An iLEAD Attendance and Critical Analysis Summary sheet from each of

the Skill Building Lectures and ILS events attended. (see page 12)• An iLEAD Activity Critical Analysis Summary for each Activity with a

Supervisors signature OR evidence of participation e.g. transcript, external letter etc. (see page 13)

The iLEAD Completion Ceremony will include the following:

1. Presentation of iLEAD Certificates2. Special Awards presented to the highest achieving students.

Students will have the opportunity to complete the program at the following levels:

• Certificate• Distinction• High Distinction

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iLEAD Program ChecklistYour iLEAD Program Checklist should be at the front of your Portfolio.Every time you complete an activity or attend a talk in the iLEAD program you are required to record your participation on the iLEAD Program Checklist.

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iLEAD Attendance and Critical Analysis Summary Complete immediately after the Lecture and place in your iLEAD Portfolio

iLEAD Skill-building Lecture International Leaders Series (ILS) Event

Name of Lecture: _______________________________________________

Presented by: _______________________________________________

iLEAD Themes: Tick the theme(s) you think this talk relates to Leadership in an International Context International Awareness Community, Integration

and Diversity • Models and styles of

leadership • Business/cultural acumen

and etiquette • Leadership skills • Intercultural communication

• Global Business Issues • International Systems • World Paradigms • Critical global trends and

issues

• Citizenship and Social Responsibility • Cross Cultural Project

Management • Diverse Communities and

Integration

How did the talk relate to the iLEAD theme(s)?

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What are the main messages you will take away from this talk?

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I have attended the above mentioned iLEAD talk Student: __________________________________________________ Signature: __________________________________________________ Date: __________________________________________________ • Record this activity on your iLEAD checklist • Place this sheet in your iLEAD portfolio

iLEAD Attendance and Critical Analysis SummaryYou will have to complete this sheet after each talk you attend. Place this sheet in your portfolio behind your Program Checklist.

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iLEAD Activity Critical Analysis SummaryYou can use this sheet to prove you completed an Activity such as volunteering. Place this sheet in your portfolio behind your Program Checklist.

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iLEAD Activity Critical Analysis Summary

Name of Activity: _______________________________________________

Organisation: _______________________________________________

Number of Hours (if applicable): ___________________________________

iLEAD Themes: Tick the theme(s) you think this talk relates to Leadership in an International Context International Awareness Community, Integration

and Diversity • Models and styles of

leadership • Business/cultural acumen

and etiquette • Leadership skills • Intercultural communication

• Global Business Issues • International Systems • World Paradigms • Critical global trends and

issues

• Citizenship and Social Responsibility • Cross Cultural Project

Management • Diverse Communities and

Integration

How did the Activity relate to the iLEAD theme(s)?

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What are the main benefits you will take away from completing this Activity?

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I have completed the above mentioned Activity Students Name / Signature: _______________________________ Date: _____________ Supervisors Name / Signature: _______________________________ (Or evidence of participation) Supervisors contact details (phone or email): _________________________________ • Record this activity on your iLEAD checklist • Place this sheet in your iLEAD portfolio

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