Torrens University Australia
Hugo Contente formally joined Torrens University in February 2018, and brings a great deal of experience having previously led Student Services and Human Resources teams across Europe. Along with a great sense of humour, Hugo brings a naturally collaborative approach, a deep commitment to our mission, and an appreciation of balancing business needs with student outcomes.
Prior to joining Laureate International Universities in 2011 as HR Director for Portugal, Hugo forged a successful career in HR consultancy, focused on a range of training and development initiatives. In 2014 Hugo moved to Madrid, where he led the Student Services Department for Spain and Portugal, before becoming Vice President, Human Resources in 2016. In early 2017, Hugo transitioned to the role of Organizational and Talent Development Director for Laureate across Europe, Middle East, Africa and the Asia Pacific.
Hugo holds a degree in psychology from Universidade de Lisboa, and an MBA from AESE / IESE – one of the leading business schools in Portugal.
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Torrens University is Australia’s fastest growing university and is part of the Laureate International network, the largest education provider with over 70 world-wide universities and colleges and 1 million students. Torrens is a comprehensive university offering postgraduate and undergraduate courses across all major cities in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and online.