John Patterson

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With more than 20 years senior executive experience in a large, successful and multi-campus international University, John is an acknowledged expert for developing and facilitating strong institutional strategy. John has a long and rich history as a leader, strategist and senior manager. He has interacted at the highest levels of government and business both domestically and internationally. Given the depth and breadth of experience and clear record of success in organisational strategy and change, John is regarded as one of Australia’s leading University administrators.

John has been a consultant to universities, government agencies and private companies in Australia. John has extensive experience in the international arena having been involved in education development projects in China, Hong Kong, the Middle East, the Maldives, Thailand, Singapore, the US and Canada. John is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Innovative approaches to problems and, professional growth and development of staff have been the hallmarks of his career. He has been described as a hands-on executive with strategic initiative and a focused approach who is able to communicate with all parties to engender commitment and support. He offers a combination of creativity and analytical skill to form the vision, determine the best way to achieve it.

Qualifications & Professional Awards

2023Mental Health Crisis Intervention Certificate
2016Doctor of Letters (honoris causa) University of Wollongong
2016Emeritus Professor University of Wollongong
2016Diploma of Hypnotherapy  Australian College Of Hypnotherapy
2016Diploma of Neuro-linguistic Programming Australian College Of Hypnotherapy
2014Graduate Australian Commercial Dispute Centre (Mediation and Conflict Resolution)
2007Fellow Australian Council of Health Physical Education and Recreation
2003Fellow Australian Institute of Company Directors
1986Doctor of Education University of Northern Colorado
1982Master of Education University of Sydney
1971Master of Science University of Oregon
1970Bachelor of Science (With Merit) University of Oregon
1966Diploma in Physical Education Sydney Teachers’ College