Simon Kelly has gained a job as an adviser to Federal Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Minister, the Hon Warren Truss MP, after completing a degree at CQU.

He will attend his graduation in Rockhampton on Saturday (October 2).

The former Rockhampton resident recently completed his Graduate Certificate in Management and is planning to continue with MBA studies.

While he is now based in Canberra, his work takes him across Australia and frequently back to Wide Bay and Central Queensland.

Mr Kelly gained a high distinction for Public Sector Management and won the academic prize for that subject. He also passed Managing in a Dynamic Environment with a high distinction and Human Resource Management with a distinction.

“My course in Public Sector Management helped me gain an understanding of the changing nature of the public service, and a focus on delivering sound outcomes through responsible policies,” he said.

“The program is particularly relevant for people in both the private and public sector as it highlights the importance of strategic management and the need to be flexible and responsive in a changing environment. The program also developed and improved my communication skills and ability to lead.

“My career has been enhanced through both the courses and my experience at CQU, and I look forward to completing the next components of the MBA program.”