Challenges and Lessons Learned at the Helm of Unitec, New Zealand’s largest vocational provider

Episode Highlights:

Dr. Rick Ede shares his insights and lessons learned having been at the helm of Unitec, New Zealand’s largest vocational and applied training provider, for almost a decade. He speaks about Unitec’s approach to remain competitive, leveraging technology for pedagogical and product renewal, embedding flexible and blended learning within the curriculum, and Unitec’s Living Job Initiative.

Rick reflects on his leadership in the New Zealand education sector and government policy and divulges what has surprised him the most in his career.