Organisational Structure

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CQUniversity’s organisational structure is designed to support the delivery of our Strategic Plan and drive progress toward our institutional goals.

As a large and regionally engaged university, our structure reflects a commitment to strong leadership, clear accountability, and collaboration across our teaching, research, and professional divisions.

Our executive leaders work together to ensure the University remains responsive to the needs of our communities, students, and staff, supporting excellence in learning and teaching, impactful research, and inclusive growth. This structure also underpins our operational effectiveness, campus development, and digital innovation, helping us deliver on our promise of accessible, high-quality education and research that matters.

Executive Leadership

Meet the members of our senior leadership team, who are responsible for guiding the University’s strategic direction and operational performance.

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.

Explore Leadership at CQU

CQUniversity’s leadership extends beyond executive roles, encompassing our strategic vision, governance frameworks, and commitment to inclusive and collaborative decision-making. Learn more about how leadership is embedded across the University:

  • Leadership and Strategy – Discover how our leaders are delivering on the Strategic Plan and driving initiatives that shape the future of CQU.
  • Governance – Understand the structures that ensure transparency, accountability, and academic integrity at all levels of the University.
  • Schools – Explore our academic leadership and how our Schools support excellence in teaching, research, and student outcomes.

Together, these areas demonstrate how leadership at CQU is connected, strategic, and focused on meaningful outcomes for our students, staff, and communities.

Strategic Plan

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

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