President's welcome

Speaker:Sir Tony Redmond, CIPFA President

The world economy: survival of the fittest?

Speaker: Paul Mason, Economics Editor, Newsnight

As the UK returns into fully fledged recession, and troubles in the Eurozone never seemingly resolved, we take a look at the turbulent nature of our times, and ask what kind of economy can survive the onslaught and what kind of impact can we expect it to have on public services and society as a whole.

Things fall apart... are we in danger of losing sight of the value of social cohesion?

Speakers: Matthew Taylor, Chief Executive RSA

Which type of societies are best adapted and offer their citizens the best prospects for wellbeing? Much is spoken of Scandinavian models of more egalitarian society. Popular calls to cut the bonuses for bankers and executives of public service companies point to a new conscience at work in the UK. Meanwhile at the other end of the spectrum, could cuts in welfare and benefits are planned which some commentators predict could have disastrous consequences for communities.

Chair: Paul Mason, Economics Editor, Newsnight

Coffee in the Exhibition Hall

Students break off into Student conference

Going the distance: achieving long-term success  

Learning lessons from managing Liverpool's legacy as European Capital of Culture 2008 (including overseeing £400m of cultural regeneration developments) and sharing insights on overcoming challenges and providing sustainable long-term success.

Clarity and impact: improving presentation of information

Speaker: Jon Moon

Imagine doing documents that people praise and envy. That have clarity and impact and get results. That win business or impress Boards. Imagine the impact on your career. Or on your exam performance! Jon Moon takes us through his innovative approach to document presentation.

Tom Sowerby award

Speaker: Sir Tony Redmond, CIPFA President

The Future of CIPFA

Speaker: Sir Tony Redmond, CIPFA President

Excellence in Education award

Speaker: Carl Ford, Chair of CIPFA National Student Forum

Social Media Dos and Don’ts

Social media sites like Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn can be powerful tools to help you find a job and connect with professionals who can enhance your career. When used poorly, however, social networking can badly backfire on you, casting you in bad light and putting your career advancement at risk. Learn what you should and shouldn't do when it comes to social media; what you should put on your LinkedIn profile and who to connect with; when and where to use social media and what information you should be sharing with the world.

Closing remarks from Alastair McMillen, new NSF Chair