2008 AAGE Graduate Recruitment & Development Conference

About AAGE Conferences

The AAGE hosts an annual Conference, bringing together employers from around the nation to learn, develop and network together in an energetic and stimulating environment. AAGE Conferences allow delegates to focus on broader issues impacting on the industry, to have the opportunity to learn from industry experts, discover the latest trends and to discuss solutions and methods in which to handle industry challenges. The Conference format encourages the open sharing of knowledge and experience, which serves to elevate the graduate recruitment industry as an increasingly important, strategic part of a business. In keeping with tradition, the 2008 AAGE Conference will balance quality content with quality networking opportunities for delegates. A Social Evening planned for the first night of the Conference will provide fun and networking while the black tie Gala Dinner on the second evening will incorporate the annual AAGE Graduate Recruitment Industry Awards (AGRIAs) presentation, aimed to reward and recognise excellence in the graduate recruitment industry.

Who Attends?

Traditionally AAGE Conferences attract graduate employers, graduate development managers, recruitment professionals and service providers whose businesses are connected to the graduate recruitment industry. AAGE Conferences are also generally well supported by the university sector including members of the National Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (NAGCAS) and the Australian Collaborative Education Network (ACEN). We also usually have a number of international delegates including members of the International Network of Graduate Recruitment and Development Associations (INGRADA).

Approximately 200 organisations sent over 350 delegates to the 2007 AAGE Conference (a list may be downloaded here).

Feedback from last year's AAGE Conference was glowing:

“Very well organised, excellent content”

“Excellent excellent excellent! So well run, met some really interesting people, came back with some great ideas.”

“Very professional, well organised! Well done!!”

“Great conference and people running the conference had a great sense of humour”

“Always a brilliant networking event”

“Very well organised and enjoyable, perfect venue at a reasonable price”

“Really enjoyed it. It was great to do something out of the office and I found there was lots of variety in the program so you could choose what was most relevant to you”

“Very informative, well organised”

“Great networking opportunity, this is the first time I have attended and will definitely come along next year”

“Well run and great value for money”

“Thoroughly enjoyed the conference and obtained many ideas for use in our Graduate Program”

“It was great, thank you for doing a great job to organise it”

“I enjoyed the conference, I think the team needs to be congratulated, as the running of the conference is fantastic”

“Fantastic - professional, fun, informative, entertaining.”

“Fantastic conference that encompassed many areas relevant to graduate recruitment.”

“Excellent - will attend next year”

“Conference was extremely well organised and ran smoothly. Was professional but also had a relaxed feel about it”

“Excellent organisation, venue and content - well done to the whole AAGE team. It was my first AAGE conference and I was hugely impressed.”

“A great 3 days - learnt a lot, met a lot of people - job well done to AAGE!”

 

Graduates Today: Where to from here?

Knowing exactly what graduates want next is paramount. What may have worked in the past is no longer effective. Join us at the 2008 Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE) annual conference and you’ll see that attracting grads is only the beginning. As the peak body representing organisations that recruit and develop graduates and run for employers by employers, we’re one of a kind in Australia. We’ll show you how to turn grad attraction into an ongoing contribution, by investing in their growth and offering them long term career prospects.

When

Monday 17th November - Wednesday 19th November, 2008
The conference registration desk will open on Monday 17th November at 12.00noon, coinciding with a Welcome luncheon and the opening of the annual Graduate Recruitment Fair. Two optional 'How To' of Graduate Recruitment Workshops will be held on the Monday morning to provide both new and experienced delegates with the opportunity to learn about 'best practice' in the running of a graduate recruitment program.

Where

Based on positive feedback from delegates, the AAGE has once again selected the Sofitel Melbourne Hotel as its choice venue to host the 2008 Conference (we used the same location for our 2006 Conference). In the heart of Melbourne's CBD and ideally located at the ‘Paris end' of Collins Street, many local delegates will be only a short walk away. Interstate delegates will be treated to superb quality accommodation in one of Australia's finest luxury hotels.

Accommodation
The Sofitel has offered AAGE Conference delegates the special nightly rate of $295 + GST (NB - NETT per room per night single, double or twin share (room only), subject to availability). To book your accommodation directly with the hotel, please download the Direct Booking Form here.

Sponsorship
We would like to take the opportunity to thank our industry partners who have come on board to sponsor the 2008 Conference.

View the 2008 AAGE Conference Sponsor Directory.

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Bronze Sponsors

Event Sponsors

We warmly welcome industry partners to sponsor the 2008 AAGE Conference. There are many different sponsorship packages available to cater for a range of budgets, including a presence at the annual Graduate Recruitment Fair (trade expo). Please contact info@aage.com.au for further details.

Conference Program/Content

Please download the 2008 Conference Agenda here.

As part of our annual conference program, we offer delegates some fun and exciting ways to broaden your networks with industry colleagues. Please view our SOCIAL ACTIVITIES CALENDAR for more details.

OPTIONAL Pre-Conference 'How To' of Graduate Recruitment Workshops

This year, delegates will have the additional opportnity to attend pre-conference 'How To' workshops. These workshops will be run in addition to the Full Conference program, to be held from 9.00am - 12.00pm on Day One of the Conference (Monday 17th November). The workshops aim to provide both new and experienced delegates with the opportunity to learn about 'best practice' in the running of a graduate recruitment program.

AAGE Graduate Recruitment Industry Awards (AGRIAs)

Each year the AAGE rewards outstanding examples of excellence in the graduate recruitment industry through this annual Awards program. The AAGE Graduate Recruitment Industry Awards (AGRIAs) are a wonderful opportunity to showcase your organisation as an industry leader and we encourage ALL members to enter the Awards and gain solid recognition for your winning strategies. Entries will open later in the year, winners being announced at the annual AAGE Gala Dinner (to be held on the evening of Day 2 of the Conference).

Conference Fees

MEMBERS

NON-MEMBERS

Register Online

Please note that our online registration facility has now been closed.

If you would still like to attend the Conference, the Social Evening or the Gala Dinner, please visit the AAGE Conference registration desk, located at level 1, Sofitel Melbourne On Collins hotel, 25 Collins Street, Melbourne.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation of registration must be received in writing to the AAGE office by Friday 17th October 2008 in order to obtain a refund. Substitute delegates are welcome to attend (of equal member status). Notification of substitute must be provided in writing to the AAGE.

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