Richard Foster

Monash is a modern, global, research-intensive university, delivering education and research excellence in Australia and across the Indo-Pacific. We’re making a positive impact on today's global challenges – whether that’s by mitigating climate change, easing geopolitical insecurity or fostering healthy communities. Our vibrant and diverse community of 86,000 students, 17,000 staff, and more than 500,000 alumni in 150+ countries are working together to create real change. To make a global impact, we need to be embedded in the communities we serve. We have three international teaching locations, six campuses, and more than 100 partner universities. Our dedication to teaching and research excellence, coupled with our record for innovation, means we’re consistently ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide. The Monash Business School is ranked number two in Australia for business and economics subjects (Times Higher Education Rankings 2024). We pride ourselves on developing genuine relationships with industry both locally and globally, and working with them to respond to the challenges and opportunities they face.