The Annual AAGE Graduate Recruitment & Development Conference
Grow your graduates; grow yourself
Right now employers need to invest in those who will eventually lead them out of this economic wilderness. Providing an atmosphere where graduates can thrive is an integral part of this process. At this year's annual conference we will show delegates how playing their part in the future growth of graduates will be rewarded with loyalty and long-term company success.
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth hotel
61-101 Phillip Street, Sydney NSW
Wednesday 11th - Friday 13th November 2009
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. The annual black tie Gala Dinner incorporates 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).
Over 200 organisations sent over 360 delegates to the 2008 AAGE Conference (a list may be downloaded here).
Feedback year on year is 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!”
Sponsorship
We would like to take the opportunity to thank our industry partners who have come on board as early supporters of the 2009 AAGE Conference. If you are interested in sponsorship, please contact conferences@aage.com.au.
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Event Sponsors
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Day 2 Morning Tea Sponsor
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Please download the 2008 Conference Agenda here. The 2009 AAGE Conference will be held at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth hotel, Wednesday 11th - Friday 13th November. The 2009 Program will be made available from around September.
The Sofitel Sydney Wentworth hotel has offered AAGE Conference delegates the special nightly rate of $240 + GST for a Classic Room (NB - NETT per room per night (room only) subject to availability). To book your accommodation, please download the Accommodation Booking Form here and lodge directly with the hotel.
OPTIONAL Pre-Conference 'How To' of Graduate Recruitment Workshops
Delegates will once again 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 (Wednesday 11th 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 for the 2009 Awards will open later in the year, winners being announced at the annual AAGE Gala Dinner. See the 2008 Awards Winners here.
MEMBERS
| Member Full Conference Early Bird | $750 |
(Register up until Friday 28th August 2009) | |
| Member Full Conference Standard | $850 |
(Register between Saturday 29th August 2009 and Friday 30th October 2009) | |
| Member Full Conference Late | $900 |
(Register from Saturday 31st October 2009) | |
→ Subsequent Member Early Bird |
$650 |
(Register up until Friday 28th August 2009) | |
→ Subsequent Member Standard |
$750 |
(Register between Saturday 29th August 2009 and Friday 30th October 2009) | |
→ Subsequent Member Late |
$800 |
(Register from Saturday 31st October 2009) | |
| Member Daily (Wednesday only) | $350 |
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| Member Daily (Thursday only) | $400 |
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| Member Daily (Friday only) | $300 |
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| Member Social Evening (only) | $110 |
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| Member Gala Dinner (only) | $130 |
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| Optional 'How To' of Graduate Recruitment Workshops (run concurrently): | |||
(1) Practitioner Workshop (member) |
$120 |
Designed for those new to the graduate recruitment industry (0-2 years) | |
(2) Leader Workshop (member) |
$120 |
Designed for those who manage a graduate recruitment team and are responsible for the strategic direction of the recruitment process |
NON-MEMBERS
| Full Conference Early Bird | $900 |
(Register up until Friday 28th August 2009) | |
| Full Conference Standard | $1,000 |
(Register between Saturday 29th August 2009 and Friday 30th October 2009) | |
| Full Conference Late | $1,050 |
(Register from Saturday 31st October 2009) | |
| Daily (Monday only) | $450 |
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| Daily (Tuesday only) | $500 |
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| Daily (Wednesday only) | $400 |
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| Social Evening (only) | $130 |
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| Gala Dinner (only) | $150 |
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| Optional 'How To' of Graduate Recruitment Workshops (run concurrently): | |||
(1) Practitioner Workshop |
$200 |
Designed for those new to the graduate recruitment industry (0-2 years) | |
(2) Leader Workshop |
$200 |
Designed for those who manage a graduate recruitment team and are responsible for the strategic direction of the recruitment process |
Member Online Registration Form
Non-Member Online Registration Form
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation of registration must be received in writing to the AAGE office by Friday 16th October 2009 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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