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Education New Zealand Chief Executive Amanda Malu steps down
Amanda has been appointed Secretary for Children and Chief Executive of Oranga Tamariki – Ministry for Children, starting in early 2026.
She was appointed as ENZ Chief Executive in June 2024, taking charge on 30 September 2024. She was previously Deputy Chief Executive, Service Delivery at Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC), and Chief Executive of Whānau Āwhina Plunket.
ENZ Board Chair Tony Gray acknowledged Amanda’s outstanding contribution to Education New Zealand and the international education sector as she led ENZ through a period of complex change.
“In a relatively short time, Amanda has built up positive relationships across Government and the sector, represented ENZ at the highest levels and effectively promoted New Zealand’s international education offering around the world.
“In addition, Amanda has delivered an organisational reset which has helped set ENZ up well for the future.
“We are immensely grateful for Amanda’s leadership and we wish her every success with her new role. In the meantime, business continues as usual and our team worldwide remains focused on delivering the Going for Growth Plan ambitions for New Zealand.”
The ENZ Board has commenced immediate recruitment for a new Chief Executive.
“Between now and her departure date, we will be working with Amanda and the leadership team to ensure a smooth transition,” Tony said.
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Viet Nam Market Insights: Opportunities and Challenges for New Zealand's PTEs and ELS Providers
On 29 August, Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ) held an Insights Accelerator session for representatives from Private Training Establishments (PTEs) and English Language Schools (ELS) across New Zealand. ENZ’s Market Manager - Viet Nam, Van Banh, delivered a presentation that outlined Viet Nam’s current market trends, barriers to student recruitment, and essential tips for providers aiming to strengthen their presence in this dynamic country.
The session had 30 representatives from 20 PTEs attending, demonstrating how New Zealand education providers are recognising the opportunities for growth given the country’s expanding economy and growing middle class. As Van noted " Viet Nam offers significant growth opportunities, but success will require a tailored approach that addresses both the evolving demands of Vietnamese students and the competitive landscape."
The demand for English language skills is particularly high in business, technology, and education, as Vietnam continues its global integration. This makes New Zealand's high-quality ELS programmes attractive.
For PTEs, the country's growing economy requires a workforce with practical, vocational skills, which New Zealand’s providers are well-positioned to offer. Many PTEs and ELS institutions provide pathway programmes that help students transition into higher education or industries with globally recognised qualifications, Vietnamese students are attracted to New Zealand programmes that enhance employability both in Viet Nam and internationally.
Van added that despite these opportunities, there are some challenges.
“Tough competition from other study destinations and the changing preferences of Vietnamese students—away from traditional English and vocational courses—will require providers to adapt and innovate. The country's rapid development and young population present long-term growth potential, but strategic planning and market responsiveness will be key,” said Van.
The slides from the Accelerator Session can be found here. You can also watch a recording of the session here - https://youtu.be/KQE22JV1t2w
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Around the world in five
Australia
The latest Agent Perception Survey from Navitas has demonstrated the impact of policy changes in Australia and Canada on demand and how the countries are viewed, and also shows that students are casting the net wider for higher education options and that demand for alternative destinations is growing.
India
Future of overseas education is set for major transformative shifts, driven by advancements in AI and immersive technologies. AI-led Virtual Reality tours are just one aspect that is set to revolutionise student exploration of overseas campuses.
South Korea
At the same time as leading Western destinations – e.g., Australia, Canada, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom – are applying brakes to slow or reverse the expansion of their foreign enrolment, several Asian destinations are doing the opposite: pursuing policies to boost international enrolments to record-high levels. Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan, and South Korea have all set ambitious new international enrolment targets.
United Kingdom
The UK government is considering replacing the Secure English Language Test (SELT) with a Home Office-owned testing model as part of an overhaul of the language requirement for student visas.
United States
International applications to US institutions continued to grow in 2024/25, though at a slower pace than in previous years, a new survey published in August 2024 has revealed.
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