Australasian Leisure Management
Jun 2, 2009

Think Group Opens Brisbane Campus

The Think: Education Group has opened a new Brisbane Campus for its APM College of Business and Communication.

Catering to the marketing and communications sector the vocational and higher education college offers courses in subjects including public relations, event marketing, sports marketing and entertainment and music marketing.

The Think Campus in Costin Street, Fortitude Valley comprises the APM College of Business and Communication; Commercial Arts Training College; and the Australasian College of Natural Therapies with two additional colleges to be added in the near future: the Billy Blue College of Design and the Jansen Newman Institute of Counselling and Psychotherapy.

With a multi-disciplinary approach and offering accelerated industry-relevant courses at degree and diploma levels, Think is a private Vocational and Higher Education organisation, filling a niche between Universities and TAFE colleges.

As Chief Executive Mark Rohald explains "(we are) an industry and profession driven organisation that is uniquely positioned to create a new category of education in Australia.

"Our commitment to investing in a new Campus in Queensland reflects our confidence in adding value to Queensland's already strong education sector.

"Our students learn in a practical environment with input from experienced industry practitioners. Extensive work experience is an integral part of our courses. We invest in the latest technology and facilities to create an environment conducive to optimal learning and creativity.

"As a result, our graduates are work ready, well trained and with the right skill sets.

"With experienced lecturers and industry partners, we are delivering a new standard in education. Our aim is to produce highly competent professionals who are able to drive the future growth and development of their respective industries and professions."

Think comprises a number of colleges bringings together specialist colleges in the fields of: business; english; design, media and communications; health and wellness; and hospitality and tourism; providing industry-driven education and training to more than 6,000 students in over 100 courses delivered on campus and online.

For more information go to  www.apm.edu.au/

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