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Indigenous Supplier Development Program

In proud partnership with the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce
  • https://nswicc.com.au/business-programs/supplier-development/ Apply now via the NSWICC website

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Develop your peer network and create a tender-ready portfolio to win business in the NSW construction industry

This accelerated 4 day program will give you the communication, strategic and leadership skills required to take your business to the next level.

Featuring in-person and online learning delivery, this program has been co-designed with busy business owners and entrepreneurs in mind.

Developing your capabilities and techniques to win more business, you will be supported on this journey by your new professional network of peers and industry leaders.

Presented by the University of Sydney and the NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce, participants can expect to:

  • Learn from academic experts and industry professionals
  • Build a valuable network of industry peers
  • Take away a comprehensive portfolio of business resources and a tender-ready RFT, developed for your unique business 
  • Receive a digital badge of completion from the University of Sydney to share on your LinkedIn profile

This program is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business owners, employees and entrepreneurs who: 

  • operate in the NSW construction and infrastructure sectors 
  • are looking to build the capability of their business to be "tender-ready"
  • own, operate, are employed by, or developing an "Aboriginal business" or "Indigenous Enterprise" as defined within the Aboriginal Procurement Policy (NSW) and Indigenous Procurement Policy (Cth) 

A highly focussed and practical course, including interactive workshops, independent online study plus guest speakers sharing their personal journeys and lived experiences. Topics that will be covered include: 

  • Identifying and communicating your business narrative
  • Designing a sustainable strategy for business growth
  • Developing frameworks for your core business functions, including risk and governance

Your learning will culminate in the presentation of your tender-ready RFT to an industry procurement panel who will provide you with valuable, individual feedback.

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We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the country on which the University of Sydney campuses and NSWICC Hubs stand and our responsibility to respect and care for country, people and spirit.

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Next cohort:

Tuesday 3 to Thursday 5 March 2026 with presentations on Friday 20 March 2026.

9am to 4pm each day.

Format:

Includes three full day in-person classroom sessions, a final presentation and networking day plus additional online learning and individual support.

Location:

The Djiyagiyulang- gal Enterprise Hub, 2/ 27 Cope Street, Redfern NSW 2016

Cost:

Fee-free for successful applicants.
 

Apply now via the NSWICC website