1. International WaterCentre (IWC)www.watercentre.orgOur Mission to create tomorrows water leaders by changing the waypeople think about, act and solve complex water management challenges.

2. ChangeMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

3. T-Shaped Water ProfessionalsMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

4. Master of Integrated Water Management(Masters by coursework)IWC Member universities:IWC students receive a co-badged degree from all four universitiesMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

5. Full time study (3 semesters)Master of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

6. Student backgroundsIWC students come from a wide variety ofbackgrounds: Engineering Science Environmental management Biology Chemistry Geology Public health Hydrology Natural resource management Social sciences PhilosophyMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

7. IWC Students come from all over the world !Master of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

8. AusAID & IWC Masters StudentsMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)Since 2008, the MIWM has welcomed 50 AusAID AASsponsored students from 33 countries across Africa, Asia, LatinAmerica, the Middle East, Caribbean and the Pacific Islands.

9. A global learning networkwww.watercentre.org/alumniMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

10. Experiential, hands-on learning+ Problem-Based Learning Projects+ Problem-Based Learning ProjectsSeveralfield tripsin AustraliaandoverseasMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

11. Final semester projectsIn the final semester studentschoose a project that ispersonally and professionallyrelevant.Master of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

12. Key lessons learned since 2008 - I Be clear about the intended market if the intention is totarget professionals then do it properly Invest in marketing the program has to stand out anddevelop a strong reputation for a clear purpose Meet participant expectations professionals want a mixof theory and practice, and to be treated as sources ofknowledge (which they are) Employ effective adult education approaches adopt aparticipatory educational approach; engage participants usinghead, heart and handsMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

13. Key lessons learned since 2008 - II Adopt a skills-based approach IWM is a practical, doingdiscipline so focus on skills acquisition in the program Have a clear vision of the skills profile being developed this will help ensure that the program coheres, and that thepurpose of the program is clear Integration in water management requires passion forand skills in change technical content is only a part Use practical, problem-based learning skills and deep,practical understanding arise from field work, and from howto integrate knowledge to resolve practical problemsMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

14. Key lessons learned since 2008 - III Developing an understanding of integration as an ideacan be difficult there is a need to provide simple ways ofcommunicating Ensure integration is a formal component a systemic,integrative approach to water management demands that weassess ability to integrate taught skills and knowledge Develop and assess skills in team work andcollaboration these are central skills in IWM Developing skills and knowledge in multiple disciplinesto Masters level, quickly, is hard peer-to-peer learningand group work are key approaches to useMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

15. Key lessons learned since 2008 - IV Need a passionate, enthusiastic Program Director andacademic team this will inspire learning and ensure theprogram delivers powerful learningMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)

16. More information about the programMaster of Integrated Water ManagementCRICOS 059263A (UQ) | CRICOS 076855B (UWA)www.watercentre.org/education/programsEmail: admin@watercentre.orgPhone: +61 7 3014 0200 All content in this presentation is copyright of International WaterCentre 2013 This presentation was compiled in March 2013. Information in this presentation was accurate at the time of compiling. Pleasenote that details are subject to change without prior notice.