Organisational Structure
Executive Leadership
Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Nick Klomp
Professor Nick Klomp leads CQUniversity as Vice-Chancellor and President, driving strategy, academic vision, advocacy, and national engagement.

Vice-President Academic, Professor Michelle Bellingan
Professor Michelle Bellingan leads CQUniversity’s academic vision, overseeing course quality, learning innovation, and integration of vocational and higher education.

Vice-President Research, Professor Grant Stanley
Vice-President Research, Professor Grant Stanley is responsible for shaping and implementing the University's vision of excellence in research and innovation.

Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer, Narelle Pearse
Chief Operating Officer and Vice-President Corporate Services, Narelle Pearse oversees CQU's Digital and Commercial Services alongside Financial Management, Strategic Risk and Planning.

Vice-President Indigenous Engagement, Professor Adrian Miller
Vice-President Indigenous Engagement, Professor Adrian Miller directs and influences strategic leadership on education delivery, community engagement and research related to Australian First Nations Peoples.

Vice-President Student Success, Professor Jonathan Powles
Vice-President Student Success, Professor Jonathon Powles leads the University's student journey, all the way from their first interest in studying at CQU to graduation and beyond.

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Strategic Plan
Our Strategic Plan embodies our commitment to vision, values, and the transformative power of education.