Values and vision - Curtin Malaysia
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Values and vision

As a key member of Curtin’s global network, Curtin Malaysia embraces the University’s values and vision to create a better future for our students, our communities, and the world.

“The great university…should look ever forward; for it the past should be but a preparation for the greater days to be” John Curtin

Our values

Our five core values are integrity, respect, courage, excellence and impact

Integrity

To act ethically, honestly and with fairness.

The characteristics of integrity:

  • Honour commitments
  • Engender trust through openness honesty and consistency
  • Lead by example and act with due care
  • Make informed decisions and be accountable for outcomes.

Respect

To listen, value and acknowledge.

The characteristics of respect:

  • Ensure safety, health and wellbeing are paramount
  • Act professionally with courtesy and consideration of others
  • Give and be responsive to constructive feedback
  • Value diversity and promote equity and inclusion.

Courage

To lead, take responsibility and question

The characteristics of courage:

  • Embrace challenges and opportunities with agility and purpose
  • Support intellectual freedom and value bold ideas
  • Take ownership of decisions and learn from experience
  • Live our values and uphold our signature behaviours.

Excellence

To strive for excellence and distinction.

The characteristics of excellence:

  • Reflect, learn and improve
  • Advance creativity and innovation
  • Offer exceptional levels of service
  • Acknowledge success and the achievements of others.

Impact

To empower, enable and inspire.

The characteristics of impact:

  • Deliver outcomes that make a difference
  • Inspire others to fulfil their potential
  • Work together to achieve common goals
  • Build partnerships that create opportunities.