QUT Women In Economics

🚨 EVENT UPDATE 🚨

Unfortunately, Real World Ready – Panel & Networking Night has been rescheduled to next week due to unforeseen circumstances. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding. 💗

The event will be held either Monday 24 August or Wednesday 26 August, with the final date confirmed by the end of this week. If you can no longer attend on the new date, please reach out to us regarding a refund. Otherwise, your ticket will remain valid for the rescheduled event.

The agenda is on the second slide, so make sure to swipe across! We’ll also be reconfirming our panellists shortly and will share an updated announcement once confirmed.

🚨 MEET OUR REAL WORLD READY PANELLISTS & ATTENDEES! 🚨

We’re excited to bring together an incredible group of economists, academics and industry professionals for Real World Ready! 🌟

From government and consulting to academia, data and beyond, our panellists and attendees bring a wealth of experience and insights into what it’s really like to build a career in economics.

Our panellists include:
- Briana Long - Department of Transport and Main Roads
- Carolyn Stevens - Containers for Change QLD
- Natalia Jordan - Jacobs
- Abby Wellington - Deloitte Access Economics
- Sally Noonan - Non-Executive Director

And our attendees include professionals from:
UQ, Queensland Health, Queensland University of Technology, Deloitte and more!

Come along to hear their stories, ask questions, gain career insights and connect with industry professionals.

📅 Thursday, 19 August
⏰ 5:45pm for a 6pm start
📍 QUT Gardens Point

🎟️ Free for members | $5 for non-members
Tickets via the Rubric App or link in our bio!

🍕 Food & drinks provided!

Curious about what a career in economics and consulting actually looks like?

Join us for Real World Ready, an engaging panel and networking night connecting students with industry professionals for an inside look at life beyond university.

Hear directly from economists and industry leaders from government departments and consulting firms as they discuss:

- What a typical day in their role looks like
- The skills employers are looking for
- How to stand out in interviews and recruitment processes
- Career pathways across economics, finance, business and data science
- Advice for making the transition from university to the workforce

Following the panel, you’ll have the opportunity to network with professionals, ask questions and build meaningful industry connections.

📅 Wednesday, 19 August 2026
⏰ 5:45 pm for a 6:00 pm start
📍 QUT Gardens Point

🎟️ Tickets available via our Instagram bio and the Rubric App
Free for members | $5 for non-members

Food, soft drinks and water will be provided. 🍕🥤

Ready to make the most of Semester 2? 📚✨

Stop by the QUT Women in Economics Welcome Week stall to meet our team, learn about upcoming events, networking opportunities, and initiatives, and pick up some free lollies and goodies while you’re there! 🍬

Whether you’re studying economics or simply interested in learning more about what we do, we’d love to chat.

📍 QUT Gardens Point
📅 Monday 13 July & Thursday 16 July
⏰ 11am–2pm

See you there! 💙📈

Feeling unmotivated to study? Join our Pomodoro-style study session this Monday (4–6 PM)

Enjoy focused study sets, breaks to socialise, and FREE FOOD.

Best of all, it’s completely free! Just register via the link in bio.

📍 QUT Gardens Point – Room D106

We are currently recruiting for positions of President, Social Media Officer, and Events Officer!

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to get involved in a supportive and collaborative community, build your resume, and contribute to a meaningful mission.

Through the club, you gain exposure to industry professionals, develop valuable skills, and explore the diverse pathways an economics degree can offer.

No prior experience is required!

Applications close on 18 May. You can find further information, including the application link, on our bio.

Study Session + Special General Meeting

Join us on 18 May 2026 | 4–6PM at QUT Gardens Point (Room D106). Free for members + non-members
Register via the link in bio!

Stay productive with:
⏱️ Study timer
🎧 Music
🍪 Snacks
💬 Social breaks

💡 We’ll also be holding a Special General Meeting (SGM) to approve our updated Model Constitution in line with QUT Guild requirements.

See you there 🤍

Here are some snaps from our “You’ve Been Nudged” Panel & Networking Night 📸

Thank you to everyone who came along, we loved the energy in the room and the lively Q&A. Hope you all walked away with valuable insights (and maybe a few new connections too)!

Come meet these incredible professionals this Monday at our Panel and Networking Night!

Free tickets for members in link in our Instagram bio.

Applications for the Deloitte Access Economics Model Your Future Program close soon! Please see the link in our bio for more information and to apply.

This six-month mentorship provides insight into how economics and policy are applied in practice across both the private and public sectors.