Who We Are
The Research Institute for Asia and the Pacific (RIAP) is a research and training unit within the International Portfolio of the University of Sydney.
Founded in 1989, RIAP initiates, develops and manages multidisciplinary projects that support the international development priorities of the University. RIAP also plays a role in supporting the foreign policy outreach activities of the Australian government and organisations, and the capacity building needs of countries in the Asia Pacific region.
Drawing upon the expertise and resources of the University, as well as regional institutions and professional consultants, RIAP delivers training, conducts research and provides policy advice in areas such as public sector reform, economic development, financial governance, environmental management, international aid coordination and human resource development.
Our clients include foreign governments, domestic and multinational private enterprises, aid agencies such as AusAID, and multilateral trade forums and development bodies such as APEC, World Bank, Asian Development Bank and UN agencies.
Our Training & Leadership Services
- Public Sector Training
- Executive and Leadership Programs (short & long term)
- Student Study Tours
Our Research Services
- Commissioned Research
- Briefings and Seminars
- Strategic Policy Advice
Nature of our programs & project activities
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| International Development |
APEC/AusAID Capacity Building Training Programs UN/World Bank/ ADB/ ASEAN Capacity Building Programs |
Government Agencies and public sector personnel in APEC economies Government Agencies & Organisations in Asia-Pacific counties |
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| Executive Training |
PRC Executive Training Program ASEAN / East Asia Executive Training Program |
Government agencies / Business organizations / Education institutions at Central, Provincial & Municipal levels across China Government agencies / Business organizations & Education institutions across all levels |
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| Study Tours for Undergraduate / Postgraduate |
Inside Australia Program Customized Short Courses |
Postgraduate and Undergraduates from universities & colleges in the USA & Canada
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| Commissioned Study Reports |
Building Institutional Capacity in Asia (BICA) Project Internationalising Local Government in Australia |
Japanese Ministry of Finance Local Government in NSW |
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| Australian Research Council (ARC) Research |
Multicultural and Migration Research Centre Programs Transnational Corporate Cultures Research Programs |
General knowledge community General knowledge community |
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| Multidisciplinary international research |
The University of Sydney's Australia Cambodia Research Initiative |
Various government and research organisations and NGOs in Cambodia |
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| Visiting Fellows Program |
Foreign Scholars Independent Research Study |
Visiting fellows and policy practitioners from Japan, Korea, US & Europe |
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| Internships |
RIAP in-house Internship Program Australia-Korea Foundation Internship Program |
University of Sydney undergraduates & postgraduates University of Sydney postgraduates & Australian young professionals |
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| Public Affairs |
Young Professionals Program (YPP) Women in International Security Australia (WIISA) Occasional Conferences/ Seminars & Talks by Foreign Visitors |
Australian young professionals Australian women involved in security issues General knowledge community |
Highlights in 2005 & Facts at a Glance
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Total Number of Projects: |
38 |
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Total Number of Trainees: |
729 |
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Total Number of Chinese Executive Training Programs: |
22 |
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Total Number of Chinese Trainees: |
501 |
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Total Number of International Collaborative Partnerships: |
20 |
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Total Number of Country Engagements: |
12 |
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Total Number of Visiting Fellows: |
4 |
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Total number of university staff participation in RIAP projects: |
117 |
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Total Number of External Consultant Participation in RIAP Projects: |
199 |
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Total Number of Types of Customised Courses Offered: |
24 |
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Total Number of Interns Hosted: |
10 |
Governance & Structure
Subject to the direction of the University Senate, the entire control of the business of the Research Institute for Asia and the Pacific is vested in a Council made up of elected individual members of the University of Sydney, the business community and relevant organisations.
The Council is headed by a chairperson who preside over four Council meetings annually. An Executive Committee comprising of selected members of the Council oversees the strategic direction of RIAP. The Director of RIAP is appointed by the Vice-Chancellor on the recommendation of Council for a period not exceeding 5 years, and who is eligible for reappointment.
The Director reports to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (International). In 2006, the Director of RIAP is expected to be a joint appointment, holding the position of PVC International and equally responsible for the development and implementation of the University's internationalisation strategy.
The Director is responsible for the management of RIAP and is assisted by a Deputy Director and a team of professional program developers, managers and coordinators.