Indigenous Supplier Development Program

Presented by the University of Sydney and the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce, participants can expect to:

• Learn from academic experts and industry professionals
• Build a valuable network of industry peers
• Take away a comprehensive portfolio of business resources and a tender-ready RFT, developed for your unique business 
• Receive a digital badge of completion from the University of Sydney to share on your LinkedIn profile

This program is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business owners, employees and entrepreneurs who: 

• operate in the NSW construction and infrastructure sectors 
• are looking to build the capability of their business to be "tender-ready"
• own, operate, are employed by, or developing an "Aboriginal business" or "Indigenous Enterprise" as defined within the Aboriginal Procurement Policy (NSW) and Indigenous Procurement Policy (Cth) 

A highly focussed and practical course, including interactive workshops, independent online study plus guest speakers sharing their personal journeys and lived experiences. Topics that will be covered include: 

• Identifying and communicating your business narrative
• Designing a sustainable strategy for business growth
• Developing frameworks for your core business functions, including risk and governance

Your learning will culminate in the presentation of your tender-ready RFT to an industry procurement panel who will provide you with valuable, individual feedback.