Develop managerial skills
Being on the executive committee of a Student Group is a meaningful experience that allows you to grow both as a leader and an individual.
While the responsibilities can be challenging, the rewards are immeasurable, from personal growth to the lasting impact you’ll have on the community. As an executive committee member, you’ll not only sharpen your skills but also form meaningful connections and leave a legacy of contribution.
New executive committee members
Executive committee members should be familiar with the following information to carry out their roles appropriately:
- Terms of reference
- Student Group policy
- Enrol in the Student Group Executive Hub iLearn unit which provides training & resources to support you in your role, including practical tools to help you manage your student group effectively.
- Once elected, you and your fellow execs need to complete the Affiliation Form to verify your details and confirm the eligibility of your newly elected executive committee. This is a key requirement for a student group.
Roles and responsibilities of executives
A student group executive committee comprises of a President [PDF 134KB], Treasurer [PDF 123KB] or Secretary [PDF 157KB] and serves as the student group's management team. As official representatives of the student group they are responsible for the communication between the group and the university.
Let Student Engagement, Inclusion and Belonging (SEIB) know the names and associated roles of your group's executive committee – in particular when you've had a change of leadership, you will need to provide:
- A copy of your AGM minutes clearly stating who was elected into each position
- Your Terms of Reference, signed by the newly elected executives
While your student group has the flexibility to incorporate additional roles and sub-committees, we recommend beginning with a streamlined structure and expanding as your membership grows. As an executive committee, you should also ensure that the governance of your student group is in order, such as:
- having an up to date Terms of Reference
- recording membership details, and
- enhance the enjoyment and participation in your student group/society's events by incorporating fun activities that engage with your members!
Leaders in the making
Student Group executives are offered training that directly supports their roles as student leaders at Macquarie. In addition to their hands-on experience managing a student group, executives will gain valuable professional and interpersonal skills that will help them stand out in the workplace.
Together with other eligibility requirements, participation in an affiliated student group/society's executive team is acknowledged by the Australian Higher Education Graduation Statement (AHEGS) as a recognised co-curricular activity.
Got questions? If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at studentgroups@mq.edu.au.