The University of Melbourne

Reimagining learning with the University of Melbourne

Global studies show a clear skill gap

According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), creativity ranks among the top 3 skills needed for the future, yet over 70% of schools worldwide still rely heavily on rote learning and traditional assessments.

A UNESCO global monitoring report highlights that fewer than 30% of schools incorporate structured programs that build creativity and higher-order thinking.
Employers across 150+ countries report that creative problem-solving is one of the most difficult skills to find in graduates (WEF Future of Jobs Report).

QMIS' Principal perspective

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Why QMIS chose this Future-Ready Path

"As educators preparing children for a rapidly evolving world, we know that traditional exams alone are not enough. Global research indicates that by 2035, nearly 85% of emerging careers will rely on competencies beyond academics — creativity, collaboration, adaptability, ethical reasoning, and complex problem-solving."

Our collaboration with the University of Melbourne positions QMIS among fewer than 60 pioneering schools worldwide transforming how student growth is measured. Only 2 Indian Schools have collaborated with the University of Melbourne. QMIS is the only CBSE school in the world — to be part of this prestigious global initiative.

At QMIS, every activity is intentionally mapped to a structured skill framework, ensuring students develop these essential future skills.

Dr. Sudha Govindaswamy

Associate Director for Middle Eastern Countries (CIS)

“QMIS is now under the CIS research radar for its unique ability to integrate global competency-based practices within a national curriculum framework.”

To strengthen this work with scientific rigor and world-class expertise, we chose to partner with the University of Melbourne — a global leader in educational innovation.

Why the New Metrics Program matters?
What This Means for Our Students?

Development of future-ready competencies (metacognition, critical thinking, problem solving…) that global universities and employers prioritise.
Access to research-backed assessment tools (available on the Ruby Platform of New Metrics — domains such as agency in learning, collaboration, acting ethically, Active Citizenship…) created by world-leading education experts.
A holistic 360° learner profile capturing creativity, values, capability, and character is provided.
Stronger national and international university pathways.
Personalised credentials and a comprehensive learner (student) portfolio issued directly by the University of Melbourne.

ACTING ETHICALLY

Acting in a way that is guided by moral principles (what we ought to do) in any situation

ACTIVE CITIZENSHIP

Contributing to the well-being of a community

AGENCY IN LEARNING

Knowing what to learn, how to learn it and who to learn it from

COMMUNICATION

The ability to transmit, receive and interpret information, ideas, arguments, feelings and beliefs to support the purposes of the individual or group.

COLLABORATION

Working with others to achieve a common goal

QUALITY THINKING

Thinking things through to achieve better outcomes for yourself or your group

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

The ability to live by the attitudes and behaviours, that your communities value