The 2026 RTO Business Summit – Perth places a strong focus on business performance, productivity, and strategic resilience for independent tertiary education providers. As the training environment continues to evolve - shaped by policy changes, employer expectations, and shifting learner demand - this summit gives you the tools and insights needed to stay competitive and thrive. 

Attending the 2026 RTO Business Summit – Perth will equip you with critical insights, enabling your organization to be flexible and renowned for its dedication to high standards. Designed for senior leaders ready to navigate tomorrow’s challenges with confidence, the summit brings together government decision-makers, industry leaders, and high-performing RTO executives to explore the real drivers of sustainability and growth in the sector.

Download Full Program

Program Highlights

:: What RTOs Need to Prepare For -  Understanding the factors shaping Australia’s skills landscape Dr Ross Kelly Department of Training and Workforce Development  Gain insight into the key policy, economic, and workforce trends influencing Australia’s skills system. This session unpacks what these changes mean for RTOs, including funding shifts, employer expectations, and evolving learner needs—helping leaders plan strategically for the future.  ::  Setting the Context Western Australia's Economic Outlook and Market Insights Lena Constantine – Interim Director, Commercial Services, CCIWA Hear expert analysis on Australia’s economic direction and what it means for the training sector. This session explores market conditions, industry growth areas, and emerging risks and opportunities, equipping RTO leaders with the intelligence needed for informed decision-making.  :: Workplace Relations in 2026 - How a shifting industrial relations landscape is changing leadership in Western Australia’s tertiary education sector Jonathon Woolfrey, AHRI State Director, WA State President and Chair of the AHR ERIR Advisory Panel Stay ahead of key workplace relations developments affecting the education and training sector. This session covers regulatory changes, industrial relations trends, and compliance considerations, helping RTO leaders manage their workforce confidently and sustainably.

This event offers you the chance to connect with the leaders from other RTOs across Western Australia that share your commitment to excellence. You’ll get to build a collaborative network of colleagues that face the same challenges and want to work together to find solutions. It’s a great community for you to be a part of.

This event is brought to you by the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia, a growing community of independent skills training and higher education providers that share your commitment to excellence. If your organisation isn’t already an ITECA member, now is the ideal time to join and gain access to exclusive member-only benefits.


ITECA Membership – Now's the Moment to Shape the Future. 

Further Information —

For further information on this event including sponsorship opportunities, contact the ITECA events team as they would value the opportunity to talk to you, so simply send an email to [email protected] or telephone 1300 421 017.

Price And Registration

$245*
Members
$345*
Non-Members

Location And Date

Date: Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Time: 10:00AM to 3:30PM
Location: Pan Pacific, Perth

Major Partner: 



Supported by:

.

.

This information may be reproduced in limited circumstances under a Creative Commons: Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 License.  Information published on this webpage is intended for general information only and no warranty is providers as to accuracy or completeness thus any reliance you place on this material is therefore strictly at your own risk.