Professional Development for Union Staff: RMIT Future Skills

The ATUI has partnered with RMIT Online to offer discounted places for affiliates in RMIT Future Skills short courses.

Category

Other

Intended Audience

Specialist Staff

Delivery Mode

Online

Duration

Between 6 to 8 hours per week out of business hours.

Cost

Courses are offered at a discount for affiliates.


About

The role specialist staff like administration and communications play in unions is crucial and our staff are increasingly required to adapt to new technologies and navigate change as the world of work becomes more complex.

To build the skills that help drive union growth, the ATUI has partnered with RMIT Online to offer discounted places for affiliates in RMIT Future Skills short courses.

These courses are designed to enhance union capacities and capabilities, ensuring our staff are well-prepared to meet the challenges they face.

Participants can choose from dozens of courses across a range of topics, durations, and commencement dates at a 10% discount on the advertised price. Some modules like customer experience, strategy and design are ideal for administration staff. While others, like content and social media marketing, support skills development for our comms team. Other modules focus on leadership and management skills and are suitable for elected officials.


Outcomes

Participants who successfully complete these courses will be awarded an RMIT micro-credential and digital badge. When taken in combination with other specific Future Skills short courses, these courses are eligible for credit into certain RMIT degree programs, subject to entry requirements.

Outcomes

  • Enhanced Skills: Equip yourself with the latest skills and knowledge to excel in your role.
  • Professional Recognition: Earn an RMIT micro-credential and digital badge upon successful completion.
  • Increased Union Effectiveness: Apply new skills to improve processes, strategies, and member engagement within your union.

Content

Featured Courses

Customer Experience Strategy and Design

Overview: Learn how to create and implement effective customer experience strategies that enhance member satisfaction and engagement.
Key Topics: Customer journey mapping, service design, user experience (UX) principles.

Content and Social Media Marketing

Overview: Develop the skills to create compelling content and manage social media campaigns that resonate with your audience.
Key Topics: Content creation, social media strategy, analytics and reporting.

Project Management for Professionals

Overview: Gain practical project management skills to effectively plan, execute, and close projects within your union.
Key Topics: Project planning, risk management, stakeholder communication.

Strategic Problem Solving

Overview: Enhance your problem-solving abilities to tackle complex challenges and drive strategic initiatives within your union.
Key Topics: Critical thinking, decision-making frameworks, innovation strategies.


Delivery Style

Online

The RMIT Future Skills short courses are designed to be flexible and accessible, catering to the needs of busy professionals.

The courses are delivered entirely online, allowing participants to learn at their own pace and on their own schedule.

This self-paced format is complemented by interactive elements such as video lectures, practical exercises, and real-world case studies.

Participants will also have access to online forums and discussion groups, providing opportunities to connect with peers and instructors, share insights, and collaborate on projects. This dynamic and engaging delivery style ensures that learners can effectively apply new skills and knowledge in their professional roles.


Prerequisite

None

Course Enrolment

Explore RMIT Future Skills courses here https://shortcourses.rmit.edu.au/