​About the Session

​Higher education is undergoing a profound transformation, not just in how it’s delivered, but in how it’s accessed, experienced, and valued. As technology reshapes industries and skill requirements at lightning speed, universities are challenged to keep pace with the changing expectations of learners, employers, and society.

​This thought-provoking panel brings together global education and innovation leaders to explore how institutions can thrive in this age of disruption — balancing tradition with transformation.

​What You’ll Learn

​Our experts will unpack some of the most pressing themes redefining the education landscape:

• ​Transnational Education & Globalisation – The future of international university partnerships and cross-border learning.

• ​Technology & Innovation – How AI, automation, and digital platforms are reshaping classrooms, assessment, and inclusion.

• ​Accessibility & Global Mobility – Breaking geographical barriers and creating equitable opportunities for all learners.

• ​Digital Classrooms – Integration of tools such as virtual labs, online collaboration platforms, and hybrid learning models.

• ​Empowering Educators – The growing need for faculty training, agility, and professional development to navigate educational disruption.

​Whether you’re an educator, policymaker, technologist, or lifelong learner, this conversation will help you envision how to design learning systems that are more adaptive, accessible, and human-centered.

​Meet the Panel

​Moderator:

• ​Kala Philip, CEO, BSI Learning Australia

​Panelists:

• ​Gitesh Agarwal, Associate Corporate Affairs & Government Relations, HCLTech ANZ

• ​Prabhu Sivabalan, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Enterprise Learning), UTS

• ​Steve Ferhad, CEO and Founder, Innovation Ready

​Why Attend

• ​Gain first-hand insights from leaders at the intersection of education, technology, and industry.

• ​Discover real-world models of innovation driving global change in higher education.

• ​Connect with professionals and thinkers shaping the future of learning and work.

​Reserve your spot today and be part of the conversation shaping the classrooms of tomorrow.