Queensford College

What Queensford College does

Queensford College is an Australian privately held vocational education and training provider operating under Registered Training Organisation number 31736 (ASQA-accredited) and CRICOS Provider number 03010G, delivering nationally recognised qualifications from Certificate II through Graduate Diploma level. Established in 2008 in Brisbane and wholly owned by Malekhu Investments Pty Ltd, the institution operates three campuses across Queensland (Brisbane), South Australia (Adelaide), and New South Wales (Parramatta), serving over 10,000 alumni cumulatively and a current student body representing more than 50 nationalities. Its course portfolio spans Health and Community Care (including an ANMAC-accredited Diploma of Nursing with AHPRA pathway), Early Childhood Education and Care, Individual Support, Ageing Support, Community Services, Hospitality, Business and Management, Information Technology, and Accounting, supplemented by short courses (first aid, food safety, disability support) and Recognition of Prior Learning pathways.

The college delivers education via a blended model combining on-campus classroom and simulated workshop instruction (including clinical simulation labs at Brisbane and Parramatta for nursing), clinical/vocational placements (e.g., 400 hours for nursing), and self-directed online study through the Moodle LMS platform. Supporting infrastructure includes an LLN Robot diagnostic tool for student support needs and an in-house student services function covering academic, welfare, and IT helpdesk support.

Revenue is generated through three primary streams: full-fee international student tuition on CRICOS-registered courses, domestic student tuition subsidised through state government programs (Smart and Skilled in NSW, CareerStart/CareerBoost in Queensland, Skills SA in South Australia), and short-course fees. International student recruitment is channelled through a network of 130+ education agents across Australia, Philippines, Nepal, Singapore, Colombia, and the UAE, alongside direct website enrolment, campus visits, and digital marketing across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Domestic students are additionally accessed via VFSS partnerships with South Australian secondary schools, providing a third distinct customer segment.

Name

Queensford College

Legal name

Malekhu Investments Pty Ltd

Website

https://queensford.edu.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Queensford College is an Australian private vocational education provider (RTO/CRICOS) operating three campuses across QLD, SA, and NSW, delivering nationally recognised Certificate II to Graduate Diploma qualifications in health, hospitality, business, IT, and accounting to international, domestic, and high school students.

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Product category

Vocational Education and Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Workforce Development & Continuing Education Divisions (Noncredit) (EDAHADAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

University/College Continuing Education (Extension) Programs (EDAAAEAA), Short-Term Certificate & Micro-Credential Programs (International) (EDAIAIAI)

Keywords

• Vocational education and training
• Healthcare training programs
• Hospitality management courses
• Early childhood education
• Government funded training

Headquarters

HQ city

Brisbane

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. International Student Tuition: Full-fee paying international students pay tuition fees for CRICOS-registered courses. Fees vary by course duration and level. Students can pay upfront (100%) or through installment plans (weekly, fortnightly, monthly, or per semester).
2. Government-Funded Training: Domestic students access subsidized training through state government programs: Smart and Skilled (NSW), CareerStart/CareerBoost (Queensland), and Skills SA/Skills for You (South Australia). Government funding covers a portion of course fees for eligible students.
3. Short Course Fees: Short courses ranging from $8 to $120 AUD, including First Aid, Food Safety, and various skill sets for both domestic and international students.
4. VET for School Students (VFSS): High school students in South Australia can complete vocational qualifications contributing to SACE points. Courses include Certificate III and IV level qualifications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Queensford College is an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO 31736) and CRICOS Provider (03010G) that delivers nationally recognised vocational qualifications from Certificate II to Graduate Diploma level through three campuses in Brisbane, Adelaide, and Parramatta. The college offers more than 20 courses across Health and Community Care (nursing, early childhood education, individual support, ageing support, community services), Hospitality (kitchen management to advanced diploma), Business and Management, Information Technology, and Accounting, delivered via blended learning combining on-campus classroom instruction, clinical/workplace placements, and online study using the Moodle LMS. Programs are funded through international student tuition, state government-subsidised schemes, and short course fees.

Product overview

Queensford College is a registered training organisation (RTO 31736) and CRICOS provider (03010G) delivering nationally recognised vocational education and training across three Australian campuses in Brisbane, Adelaide, and Parramatta. The institution offers a portfolio of over 20 courses spanning Health and Community Care (including HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing, CHC50125/CHC30121 Early Childhood Education and Care, CHC33021 Individual Support, CHC43015 Ageing Support, and CHC52025 Community Services), Hospitality (SIT60322 Advanced Diploma, SIT50422 Diploma, SIT40521 Certificate IV, SIT30622 Certificate III), Business and Management (BSB80120 Graduate Diploma, BSB60420 Advanced Diploma, BSB50420 Diploma, BSB30120/BSB30220 Certificate III), Information Technology (ICT60220 Advanced Diploma, ICT50220 Diploma), and Accounting (FNS60222 Advanced Diploma, FNS50222 Diploma, FNS40222 Certificate IV). Courses are delivered in blended mode combining on-campus attendance with online components via the Moodle learning management system, and include mandatory vocational placement components. The institution also provides short courses in first aid, disability support, and food safety, along with RPL and Credit Transfer pathways for prior learning recognition.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing A 78-week nationally accredited blended nursing qualification that prepares students to become Enrolled Nurses, approved by AHPRA and accredited by ANMAC, including 400 hours of clinical placement across aged care, mental health, primary health care, and acute care settings. Delivered at Brisbane and Parramatta campuses.
• CHC50125 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care A 52-week nationally accredited diploma qualifying graduates for work in early childhood education settings, requiring 280 hours of vocational placement.
• CHC30125 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care A 52-week entry-level qualification for working in early childhood education settings under the Education and Care Services National Regulations and National Quality Standard.
• CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support A 46-week qualification providing skills to work as a support worker for individuals with disabilities and older adults in community, home, or residential care settings.
• CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services A 104-week qualification preparing students for specialist roles in delivery, management, and coordination of person-centred services with a case management specialisation, requiring 100 hours of work placement.
• SIT50422 Diploma of Hospitality Management A 93-week diploma qualification in hospitality management covering operational planning, team leadership, and customer service.
• SIT40521 Certificate IV in Kitchen Management A 78-week qualification for kitchen management roles in the hospitality industry.
• SIT30622 Certificate III in Hospitality A 52-week hospitality qualification developing skills in food and beverage service, customer interaction, and workplace safety. Also offered as a VFSS program in South Australia contributing 60 SACE Points at Stage 2.
• BSB50420 Diploma of Leadership and Management A 52-week diploma developing skills in team management, workplace relationships, operational planning, and business efficiency.
• BSB60420 Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management An advanced qualification in leadership and management for international students.
• BSB80120 Graduate Diploma of Management (Learning) A 104-week graduate-level qualification in management and learning for experienced professionals.
• ICT50220 Diploma of Information Technology A 78-week diploma in information technology for international students.
• FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping A 52-week accounting qualification for CRICOS-registered international students.
• Short Courses Program Vocational short courses including first aid (HLTAID009, HLTAID011, HLTAID012), medication assistance, disability support, and food safety supervision, ranging from 1 week to 3 months, priced from $8 to $120 AUD.
• CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support A 52-week qualification for support workers in aged services, covering specialist tasks and functions in residential and community-based environments.
• SIS30321 Certificate III in Fitness A 52-week fitness qualification for South Australian VFSS high school students, contributing 95 SACE Credits at Stage 2.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates are eligible to register with AHPRA as Enrolled Nurses upon completing HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered standard and core.

• 4Nations Group Pty LtdstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSydney-based Australian education agent providing student recruitment and visa application assistance for international students
• AECC GlobalstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBrisbane-based Australian education agent assisting prospective international students with applications and enrollment processes
• Expert Education & Visa ServicesstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdelaide-based Australian education agent supporting international student recruitment for South Australia campus
• Government of South Australia Department for Innovation and SkillscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partnership delivering subsidized training activities under Skills SA and VET for School Students (VFSS) programs
• NSW Department of Education (Smart and Skilled)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNSW Government reform program providing entitlement to government-subsidized training up to Certificate III and funding for higher-level courses in priority areas
• Queensland Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerQueensland Government through Skills Assure Supplier (SAS) program offering government subsidized training under CareerStart and CareerBoost opportunities
• Kangaroo Education Global Pty LtdstandardChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDual-country education agent with operations in both Kathmandu, Nepal and Sydney, NSW supporting international student recruitment

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Kenvale College: Sydney-based private CRICOS RTO offering diplomas in hospitality, business and community services to international students. Closely comparable in size, sector mix and CRICOS-led GTM.
• Holmesglen Institute: Large Victorian TAFE-style institute with international student programs across nursing, ECEC, hospitality and business. Comparable in health/community course portfolio and pathway offerings, but a public incumbent with broader scale.
• Acknowledge Education: Multi-campus Australian private VET provider (Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide) offering diplomas in nursing, ECEC, business and IT to international and domestic students with similar CRICOS + state-funded revenue mix.
• Imagine Education: Queensland-based private RTO and CRICOS provider delivering English, VET and diploma courses across hospitality, business and community services. Similar multi-segment model (international + domestic) and Gold Coast/Brisbane footprint overlap.
• Stanley College: Perth-based private RTO and CRICOS provider delivering diplomas in nursing, hospitality, business and IT to predominantly international students. Closely comparable in size, course mix, and CRICOS-driven business model.

Broad incumbents

• TAFE Queensland: Public TAFE operating across Queensland with similar vocational qualifications including nursing, hospitality and business. Competes with Queensford's Brisbane campus for domestic subsidised students and international cohorts.
• Navitas (pathway programs): ASX-listed global education provider with Australian pathway and vocational colleges. Comparable in delivering diploma-to-degree pathway products to international students, with significantly larger scale and institutional ownership.
• Kaplan Australia (Kaplan Business School): Australia-based arm of global education provider Kaplan offering diplomas and pathway programs to international students across business, IT and accounting. Comparable in CRICOS-driven international student model and university pathway positioning.
• TAFE NSW: Public TAFE in NSW with extensive international student intake across nursing, ECEC, hospitality and IT. Directly competes with Queensford's Parramatta campus for Smart and Skilled domestic and CRICOS international enrolments.
• Study Group (Australia): Global pathway provider operating Australian colleges (e.g., Taylors College, Martin College) with diploma and foundation programs targeting international students seeking university entry. Directly competes for the same international pipeline.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Queensfordcollege
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/queensford-college
• Instagraminstagram.com/queensfordcollege
• Xx.com/qsfordcollege

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