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I am Mark E. King, a visionary leader with 41 years of international experience across education, research, and operational optimisation.

About

I am Mark E. King, a visionary leader with 41 years of international experience across education, research, and operational optimisation. I excel at turning strategy into action, building agile teams, and driving outcomes through analytics, AI, and cross‑functional collaboration. I mentor and coach colleagues to design transformative learning experiences, implement strategic programs, and foster durable partnerships with industry and government. My approach balances risk with opportunity and centers on people, culture, and systems to sustain institutional excellence.

I am committed to delivering impactful educational outcomes by aligning strategy with execution, leveraging learning analytics, and cultivating an ecosystem of continuous improvement. I value collaboration, transparency, and thoughtful innovation, and I enjoy empowering teams to explore new methods while maintaining rigorous governance and accountability.

  • 40 years' experience
  • Joined December 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Government
  • Healthcare

Work experience· 11 roles

Professor of Higher Education & Academic Director · RMIT UniversityOct 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 2 mos

Provide academic leadership for RMIT Singapore, align operations with the 2031 Knowledge with Action Strategy, and coordinate strategy, education experience, and stakeholder engagement. Oversee regular program reviews, academic integrity, and the rollout of new degrees; cultivate industry and government partnerships to strengthen competitiveness and student outcomes.

Associate Professor & Director of Education · UNSW SydneyNov 2014 – Jun 2020 · 5 yrs 8 mos

Led strategic and educational transformation initiatives, including the Inspired Learning Initiative (ILI) and Digital Uplift. Built governance, analytics, and reporting structures; led a large portfolio of staff and programs to enhance student experience and learning outcomes; guided accessibility and inclusion initiatives.

Senior Lecturer in Higher Education & Deputy Director, Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching · The University of MelbourneSep 2012 – Oct 2014 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Directed learning and teaching strategy across the Faculty of Business and Economics, managed CELT activities, supported AACSB re-registration, and advanced blended/open learning and staff development initiatives.

Director · Consultants International for Human Capital DevelopmentJan 2012 – Present · 14 yrs 11 mos
Assistant Professor · The University of Hong KongMay 2011 – Sep 2012 · 1 yr 5 mos
Research Assistant Professor · The University of Hong KongMar 2008 – Apr 2011 · 3 yrs 2 mos
Managing Director · Consultants International for Research and Security Ltd. (Hong Kong)Jan 1997 – Dec 2003 · 7 yrs
Stunt Coordinator · Feature Film (Hong Kong/International)Jan 1985 – Dec 1997 · 13 yrs

Education

PhD (Education) · The University of Hong Kong2030 – 2008
Graduate Diploma (Public Health) · The University of Hong Kong2030 – 2012
Bachelor’s (Psychology) · The University of Arizona2030 – 1986

Certifications and awards

Working with Children Check (Victoria, Australia) Card 2292477A2030 – 2026
Private Pilot’s License #5266383472001 – 2025
Federal Aviation Administration United States Parachute Association Class A Certificate #385442001 – 2025

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