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Helping Students to be Responsible Leaders through Senisim PNG Leadership Training Program

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Helping Students to be Responsible Leaders through Senisim PNG Leadership Training Program

IBSUniversity-Port Moresby, July 19 2025

IBSUniversity recently welcomed the Senisim PNG Leadership Training Program, that will give students the chance to learn how to build confidence, how to make good decisions and create positive change in their communities. The program was coordinated by the Student Affairs Department in and SAFSA (School of Accounting and Finance Student Association).

Caption: Ms. Phillie Marie and the students in during the discussion table.

This Leadership Training is called the Transformative Table Discussion Program (TTD) which will take course for over 11 weeks. It will offer students an exciting learning experience, concentrating on developing leadership skills based on values, responsibility, and service to the community, these are key areas for building a stronger Papua New Guinea.

Caption: From left to right: Two senior accounting students with their student president Mr. Gakena Martin, (third from the right), Dr. Muthu Prabha, (third from the left) and a National Coordinator of Senisim Program Ms. Phillie Marie with her colleague.

In week 1 TTD, the participants were encouraged to reflect deeply on their role in society and how they could influence positive behaviours within the campus and the communities they come from.

Dr. Muthu Prabha Venkitachalam, Head of Student Affairs, shared the importance of such programs, “leadership begins with self-awareness and a willingness to serve others. The Senisim PNG program aligns with our commitment to shaping not just academically competent graduates, but socially responsible citizens with good values,” she said.

Caption: Students in a discussion during Week 1 of the program.

Student Affairs & SAFSA brought in an influential network of youth and change-doers. This includes the Senisim PNG team of Port Moresby (POM). They share their stories with the participants, giving student leaders fresh motivation and confidence in their roles.

One student remarked, “This program opened my eyes to the kind of leader I want to become — someone who listens, learns, and leads with heart.”

IBSUniversity is helping students grow into thoughtful and responsible leaders through the Senisim PNG Leadership Training Program. The program encourages students to stand up for what’s right and make a difference in their communities.

For More Information Contact:

Dr Muthu Prabha V

Guidance counsellor

Student Affairs

Email: muthuprabha.venkitachalam@ibs.ac.pg

Mobile: +675 7804 7125

Phone: +675 7411 4100   Ext.: 106

Content & PC By: Dr. Muthu Prabha Venkitachalam

Editing: Marketing & Public Relations Officer – Penelope Aimari

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