Site Institute Internatioanl Student Guide 2017

2017 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT GUIDE

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY ENTREPRENEURSHIP & MANAGEMENT BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

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CONTENTS 3 Welcome

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Study destination

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Our campus

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Why Site Institute

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Your qualification journey

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Pathway to your further

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School of English Language

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School of Engineering Technology

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School of Entrepreneurship & Management

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School of Business Administration

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How to apply

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Connect with us online

WELCOME Thank you for considering Site Institute for your Australian study experience.

Further education is a great way to unlock future potential and develop the skills and knowledge required for a successful career.

Our programs provide opportunities to improve language skills, develop vocational capability and create pathways into higher education. We are part of the Site Group an ASX listed company and one of Australasia’s largest and fastest growing providers of education, training and workforce services. Our industry connections enable us to provide courses that are current, relevant and practical. Your time at Site Institute will help equip you with the expertise and skills required in today’s dynamic global market.

Our teaching team is highly qualified and have extensive experience in their field of expertise. All staff at Site Institute are committed to supporting you throughout the duration of your studies. They will help you settle in, meet new friends, get the right accommodation and find part-time work.

If you are looking for a life-changing international study experience that will help you achieve your goals, Site Institute is the place for you.

Jason Anfield Head of International

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WHY SITE INSTITUTE Choose with confidence Site Group is one of Australasia’s largest and fastest growing providers of education, training and workforce services. We have been operating since 1998 and have been listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) since 2010. With Site Institute being a wholly owned subsidiary of the Site Group, you can be confident in choosing a quality international study experience.

Real industry connections With a solid history of program delivery across multiple industries and 1st tier corporations, you are assured our programs are built to meet industry expectations now and into the future. Our placement and internship programs will help get students started on their career goals.

Pathways to employment and further studies Our eligible Diploma programs can provide up to 12 months of credit off your chosen university degree. Armed with your Site Institute qualifications, you can seek work in a related field and gain valuable work experience while studying your degree.

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Innovative, dynamic and exciting programs

Our future-focused programs have been built from ground up to teach you the latest and most innovative techniques and processes.

Incorporating cutting edge content, with the most up to date work practices, you will learn how to design and lead the future.

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Hands-on, practical and interactive learning

Breaking away from traditional lectures, our course delivery integrates interactive workshops, real world presenters and guest speakers and practical project based learning and assessment.

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Latest thinking, technology and resources

With up to 40% of jobs being lost to technology over the coming 10 to 15 years, mastering the digital age is now more important than ever.

Site Institute utilises the latest technologies, equipment and thinking, to prepare students to successfully navigate their future careers.

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Supportive learning environment

Our small class size and engaging teaching techniques ensure all students are supported throughout their learning journey at Site Institute.

With individual guidance and ‘job-ready’ workshops, you will be set for successful entry into your chosen career.

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Site trainers and student services staff are committed to your academic, professional and social success.

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YOUR QUALIFICATION JOURNEY E

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PATHWAY TO YOUR FUTURE PROFESSIONAL OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

PROFESSIONAL CAPABILITY

WORK PLACEMENT

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Our programs will equip you with the expertise and skills required in today’s dynamic global market.

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SCHOOL OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE General English CRICOS:090755M

Immerse yourself in an all-English speaking environment and learn authentic English through our General English program.

Structured at different levels of proficiency, our program integrates the skills you need to improve your English quickly and effectively. Develop your vocabulary and grammatical competencies through tailored individual, pair work and group activities.

Our General English classes combine discovery activities that are content-based and task-based activities designed to develop your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. These will enable you to participate successfully in further study or interact confidently with English speakers in Australia and overseas.

• Learn everyday language and communication skills • Use English confidently in any social interaction • Experience English beyond the classroom • Start your course any time throughout the year • Choose to attend the program in your time, from five weeks to fifty weeks • Benefit from online pre-course tests that will determine your course placement • Graduate with real-life English skills that you can use worldwide

A typical day – General English READING: “Top five unusual shops” – Predicting the topic of a text and answering True/False questions.

GROUP WORK: Talking about shopping preferences in groups, expressing personal opinions, comparing shopping experiences.

LANGUAGE: Describing objects, shops and services through comparative and superlative adjective forms.

WORLD CULTURE: Video and Research: Famous markets in the world.

ASK US ABOUT our English for Engineering,

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Speak the locals’ language

IELTS Preparation CRICOS:090756K

Do you want to migrate to Australia? Study in an Australian university? Work in an Australian or multinational company operating in Australia?

Passing the IELTS test is a requirement by companies recruiting foreign work force, visa departments, and reputed schools and universities in Australia and all over the world.

Site offers IELTS 1 and IELTS 2; two 10-week interactive, intensive courses, to develop your English skills and test taking strategies in an authentic all-English speaking environment. By attending our IELTS classes, you will then have the opportunity to take practice tests under real exam conditions, with our instructors providing feedback and improvement strategies.

A day in IELTS class EXAM TIP OF THE DAY: Exam-taking strategies: Matching headings with paragraphs in the reading test. Exam tip practice.

READING & SPEAKING: “Discovering the Past” – Locating information in an academic text. Expressing opinions related to the topics.

LISTENING: Taking notes. Multiple choice questions and completing given notes.

WRITING: Academic Writing Task 1: Commenting on graphs.

EAP and Cambridge programs

PERSONAL STUDY PLAN

INTERACTIVE LEARNING

• Weekly enrolment dates • Learner-tailored guidance • Practice the four skills, test taking strategies and difficult grammar and vocabulary areas • Qualified instructors with experience in working with multi-cultural groups of learners • Weekly practice exam samples, and a full Exit Practice Test to assess your progress • Enjoyable learning environment and friendly international staff

“I’m really happy with my studies at Site. My English has improved a lot since I started here. My teacher Carmen is very dedicated and pushes me constantly. The campus is amazing, provided with lots of facilities such as free wifi, access to computers, good atmosphere and very friendly staff.

There is also a table tennis table on the third floor, where I spend my breaks. You can enjoy watching nice views on the terrace while you have a delicious barista made coffee. I highly recommend Site to all of you.”

Luis Morales Abad, General English

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Receive the skills to have an exciting career in the innovative field of Engineering Technology.

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY Advanced manufacturing and engineering technologies form the basis of future innovation in industry.

Workforce skills in these areas are key to increasing efficiency, productivity and competitiveness of modern manufacturing.

Our programs provide the skills and knowledge required to implement cutting edge technologies within industries operating in both global and local contexts.

At Site Institute you will work with advanced equipment and software to hone your practical skills, while having fun creating the designs, applications and products of the future.

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Course

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Duration

Learning outcomes

Dual MEM30505 Certificate III in Engineering – Technical and MSA30208 Certificate III in Manufacturing Technology

091730A 091731M

26 Weeks

• Principles of engineering and mathematical techniques • Interacting with computing technology • Using computer-aided design (CAD) to create 3-D models • Materials selection and testing • Designing basic mechanical systems • Innovation, sustainability and safety in the workplace

MEM50212 Diploma of Engineering – Technical

091732K

50 Weeks

• Graphical techniques and statistical computations • Computer-aided design (CAD) for advanced 3-D modeling • Selecting and testing engineering materials for mechanical design and analysis • Production design, scheduling and quality control • Nondestructive testing

ASK US ABOUT our Advanced Diploma of Engineering

Site Institute is an open door to leverage my career. It provides an excellent framework and an enabling environment to develop skills and expand my knowledge in a second language. I chose Site because I want a future of real opportunities.”

Brenda Dettman, Dual Certificate III in Manufacturing Technology and Engineering – Technical

Future forward facing Innovations

Career opportunities

Site Institute’s students experience the latest innovative technology while have fun working on hands-on projects. Some of the work you will be doing includes: • Develop drones for industry application • Design 3-D models and use 3D printing technology to create real parts and products • Build and program controllers to drive your engineering creations • Broaden your skill set as an Engineer • Learn how to master emerging technologies • Develop a solid portfolio of skills that will make you attractive to the Australian industry; • Get engaged with Australian Engineers • Enter the future of engineering and achieve a sustainable career

As innovation continues to disrupt the workplace and technology displaces traditional jobs, we need more informed workers with the curiosity, imagination and capability required for the future.

Job opportunities include: • Mechatronics / Robotics Engineer • Mechanical Engineer • 3D Modeller • Electromechanical Engineer • Automation Engineering • Computer Engineering

Articulation partner

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Learn proven techniques for driving business success, innovating new processes and products for future success.

SCHOOL OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP & MANAGEMENT Site Institute’s Diploma of Business Unlimited provides a platform for entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs to develop and commercialise future business opportunities. The practical nature of the program provides learners with hands-on experience being part of a dynamic start-up team. From business concept feasibility to the rollout of marketing and promotional activity, you will step through the critical steps of turning a business idea into a commercial success.

Exciting and challenging projects are kicking off every day in workplaces throughout Australia, and the world.

Demand for qualified project managers is at an all-time high, with this trend set to continue well into the future.

Site Institute’s Diploma of Project Management provides learners with the broad range of competencies required to plan, execute and lead successful projects across all industries and organisational settings.

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The most successful start-up UBER’S VALUATION in the World

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Australia Government funding for Start-up and Entrepreneurs

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BSB50215 Diploma of Business Unlimited including BSB42615 Certificate IV in New Small Business

090752C 091308D

50 Weeks

• Personal strength analysis, growth mindset, personal and professional development, planning techniques, goal attainment, time and project management • Idea generation and feasibility, Innovative thinking, business models, IP identification and protection, legal and risk implications • Financial planning, revenue models, scenario analysis, raising funds, accounting systems and software, reporting, e-commerce • Marketing mix, international market opportunities, electronic and social media, persuasive copy, marketing communications

BSB51415 Diploma of Project Management

090751D

50 Weeks

• Manage projects in any industry, sector, field • Integrate knowledge areas throughout the project management lifecycle • Plan, execute, review and improve project: – Resource scheduling and control – Procurement, cost, budgets and financials – Team output and individual team member capability – Risk management – Systems, processes and project outcomes

“My experience with Site Institute has been incredible. Site’s instructors and lecturers have great insight and relevant industry knowledge, and classes are delivered with a perfect balance between theory and hands-on, project-based practices. If you have an idea for a start-up and want to bring it to fruition or learn more about running a business, I highly recommend this course.”

Edgar Choy, Diploma of Business Unlimited

Future unlimited... Business Unlimited Our Business Unlimited course is a practical, handson program that takes participants on a journey of growth, development and innovation. In this course you will get the opportunity to: • Generate new business ideas and innovative business models • Pitch your own business concepts to a board of potential investors • Learn how to build an online campaign • Test the viability of your business design • Motivate your team to deliver results • Learn to build traction using online platforms • Compete with class mates on the marketing leaderboard - Life is full of competitors... we get your ‘competitive edge’ ready!

• Be surrounded by aspiring entrepreneurs and successful business founders • Step into a tribe of ambitious people who all want more out of life.

Start-up and management opportunities Entrepreneurs mobilise ideas, people and resources to act on business opportunities. Their activities lead to new products and services, different ways of doing things, and new business opportunities for others.

Recent start-ups coming out of Australia: • Canva: digital design platform • Sendle: carbon neutral door-to-door delivery • GlamCorner: designer dress and accessory rental • Biteable: online video creation tool

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Business Administration studies provide the ideal pathway to a professional career across a range of industries including business, government and the not-for-profit sectors.

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Understand business systems and the working environment to build skills in: working with people and technology, dealing with complex issues, leading teams and making operational and strategic decisions across financial, marketing and human resource functions.

A qualification in business can open the door to a variety of career options and employment opportunities in Australia and across the globe.

Completing a business course at Site Institute will give you the skills and confidence to work flexibly and effectively with those around you, and coordinate and lead individuals to realise successful business outcomes.

With the high demand for suitably qualified and well rounded business managers, customer liaisons, sustainability officers and team leaders, our businessfocused qualifications will prove to be a valuable investment into your future career.

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CAREER CHOICE of 1 in 2 students

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Learning outcomes

BSB20215 Certificate II in Customer Engagement

091727G

26 Weeks

• Engaging with customers • Delivering excellent customer service • Working effectively in team environments • Using technology in the workplace

BSB30115 Certificate III in Business

091728F

26 weeks

• Contributing to innovation and team effectiveness • Proficiency use of business software • Design and production of office documentation • Business communication

BSB40215 Certificate IV 090754A in Business

38 weeks

• Understanding and leading the core functions of business • Business technology and communication • Marketing and customer service • Safe, sustainable and productive workplaces

BSB50415 Diploma in Business Admin

091729E

50 Weeks

• Managing business process and systems • Leading diverse business projects • Advanced business communications • Understanding finance and managing payroll

“My experience with Site has been very positive. Site’s staff are really warm and kind, the campus has amazing views and a great atmosphere and my course is providing valuable learning experience that will enable me to apply my skills in my own business in the future.”

Laura Naveros, Certificate IV in Business

Future learning for future careers

Career opportunities

When you choose Site Institute to further your skills and education, you can be assured of receiving quality learning and individual support that will help you reach your career goals.

Courses within the School of Business Administration provide opportunities to develop the practical skills required in any business. Certificate programs provide a solid foundation for further vocational and tertiary study.

Our programs are built in partnership with the industry to ensure the skills you learn are right for your career in business. In our Business Administration programs, you will learn the fundamentals of effective business operations. You will have the opportunity to: • Understand and engage with customers • Deliver results autonomously and in a team environment • Work effectively with business technology • Manage priorities and enhance productivity • Contribute to a safe and sustainable workplace • Think innovatively • Build skills for work and career advancement

Work opportunities are broad for business graduates with career options in a range of industries across the private, government and not-for-profit sectors.

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