The University of Melbourne's Professional Staff Conference returns for its 12th anniversary at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on Tuesday 15 September 2026.
Join us for an exciting day of workshops, presentations, and keynote sessions, designed to inspire innovative ways of thinking and forge new connections with your professional colleagues. If you're looking to expand your network and develop your professional skills, then PSC 2026 is the place to be.
Early bird registration for the 2026 Professional Staff Conference is now open!
Follow the link below to submit an expression of interest to present at the Professional Staff Conference.
Innovative Community, Resilient Future
This year's theme is Innovative Community, Resilient Future.
A shared commitment to new ways of thinking and coming together sits at the heart of this year’s Professional Staff Conference, providing insights into how to enhance resilience, foster stronger collaboration, and embrace innovation and AI-enabled practices.
Our subthemes this year are:
- Innovation in Practice: AI-Enabled Ways of Working
- Communities for the Future: Belonging, Trust and Collaboration
- Resilience from Within: Skills for Sustainable Strength
Sustainability Statement
We are committed to being a sustainable event that minimises our carbon footprint and promotes environmentally friendly practices.
Key Dates
- Wednesday 13 May 2026
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Call for presentations opens
- 2 June 2026
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Early Bird registration opens
- Wednesday 24 June 2026
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Call for presentations closes
- Early August 2026
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Full program announced
- Mid August 2026
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Registrations close
- Tuesday 15 September 2026
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Professional Staff Conference
The biggest professional conference of the year is back for our 11th anniversary at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 3rd September 2025.
Through dynamic discussions, hands-on workshops and inspiring keynote sessions, you'll gain fresh perspectives, build invaluable connections, and develop the skills to drive meaningful change. Whether you're looking to innovate, collaborate or push the boundaries of what's possible, PSC 2025 is where transformation begins.
Submissions for Presenter EOIs are now closed. Thank you for submitting your EOIs, the committee will reach out to all responders once we have completed our evaluation of the submissions.
Professional Staff Conference 2025
Unlock Untapped Potential
In 2025, our theme is Unlock Untapped Potential.
What possibilities emerge when we break barriers and harness our collective strengths? At PSC 2025, you will uncover your hidden talents, expand your capabilities, and foster inclusive environments where individuals and teams can thrive.
Our subthemes this year:
- Unlocking hidden strengths and overcoming challenges
- Well-being, resilience , diversity, and sustainable success
- Embracing uncertainty and driving innovation
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The 2025 Professional Staff Conference Committee would like to thank the generous support of our sponsors.
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The biggest professional conference of the year was back in-person for our tenth anniversary at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 1 October 2024.
This year’s theme was How We Drive Progress: Now and for the Future. It’s been chosen to showcase how we’re driving progress for the University within the professional staff community, and to be a platform to share success stories, challenges, opportunities, and practical takeaways for others to learn from.
View the 2024 Program for session and presenter information.
The photos of the 2024 Professional Staff Conference are available for you to view and download. Click the link below and enter your UoM email address to access!
Key Dates
- Thursday 6 June 2024
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Conference Save the Date, and Call for Presentations open
- Thursday 20 June 2024
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Early bird registrations open (once early bird is sold out, standard tickets will be available)
- Sunday 7 July 2024
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11.59pm
Call for Presentations close
- Late August
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Conference program announced
- Tuesday 1 October 2024
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2024 Professional Staff Conference
2024 Organising Committee
The University of Melbourne Professional Staff Conference is organized by professional staff for professional staff.
Sustainability Statement
The University of Melbourne's Professional Staff Conference is committed to being a sustainable event that minimises our carbon footprint and promotes environmentally friendly practices.
The 2024 Professional Staff Conference Committee would like to thank the generous support of our sponsors and contributing partners.
Innovative Sponsors
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