5 April 2022- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion – key issues for HE providers

Legal trends, societal change and the impact of the pandemic on established working practices are creating new challenges for HE sector employers in the area of equality, diversity and inclusion. In this session we will explore some of the key challenges currently facing HEIs in the context of ED&I. This will include sexual harassment and […]

25 January 2022- Data Futures Consultation

IHE will be submitting a response to the OfS Data Futures Consultation due 3 February 2022. The consultation: https://www.officeforstudents.org.uk/publications/consultation-on-data-futures-and-data-collection/ asks for provider views on the way HESA will collect student and staff data in the future and is extremely important for IHE members registered or considering registering with OfS. All members are encouraged to attend, […]

27 January 2022- Visas for EU and Non-EU students: An Introduction

Many education providers are surprised at the different routes available to international students looking to study in the UK. The rules and routes are different depending on where the provider is based, the length and nature of the course, the accreditation or regulation of the provider, and even the way the course is delivered. This […]

1 February 2022- The future of work and blended/hybrid working

During the Covid-19 pandemic, remote working became the default model for most employers. A survey of higher education institutions in 2021 showed that it continues to form an important element of institutions’ staffing strategies, with a large majority of providers reporting that they had adopted or expected to adopt a policy that allows staff to […]

3 February 2022- OfS Registration: An introduction to management and governance

Using the IHE Code of Governance this workshop will explore what is effective and efficient governance in independent higher education providers. Led by our IHE Governance Code partners Shakespeare Martineau and supported by top consultants this session will address the most common questions asked by independent providers as they seek to form, develop or review […]

9 February 2022- Roundtable on the Consultation for the future of TEF

The roundtable will give members the opportunity to hear from the OfS on areas of the TEF consultation relevant to independent providers, and to ask questions to support both the IHE and member responses to their consultation. Members are asked to send a representative with an understanding or interest in the TEF where possible. The […]

22 February 2022-Student Data Forum

Relevant to staff working in student data collection, processing and return submission. The network covers topics such as student data compliance, GDPR, returning student data to sector bodies and changes to student data regulation. Guest speakers include HESA, JISC, consultants and data experts. This event is free for all Independent Higher Education members.  Powered […]

24 February 2022- OfS Registration: Ownership and management structures

OfS registration can often be complicated by different ownership, management and governance structures. This roundtable will discuss the challenges faced by providers as non-exempt charities, profit or non-profit companies, or part of a larger or transnational group of companies. Over the session we will look closely at how the issues of size, foreign ownership, debt, […]

28 February 2022-Marketing and Recruitment Network

Relevant to staff working in marketing and/or recruitment. The network covers topics such as working with agenda, CMA compliance and best practice sharing. Guest speakers include marketing specialists and UCAS media, as well as other sector bodies. This webinar is free for all Independent Higher Education members.  Powered by Eventbrite

01 March 2022-Immigration Compliance Network

Relevant for those who work on immigration compliance or process visa applications. The network covers topics such as changes to immigration policy, reviewing compliance processes, preparing for enrolment and welcoming international students, and general areas around international students. Guest speakers include immigration lawyers, UKCISA and UKVI and the Home Office. This webinar is free for […]