Source: Tribal Group
Wellington, February 5, 2025 – Tribal Group, a leading provider of education technology, is delighted to announce its partnership with The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (the College). Following an extensive evaluation process, the College has selected Tribal’s ebs learner management system to assist the transformation of their learner experience and streamline operations as part of Te Kāpehu Whetū, their programme for mapping operational needs and identifying suitable tools.
The College identified the need for a more robust, future-proofed system following their commitment to delivering seamless training experiences to support the next generation of specialist general practitioners and rural hospital doctors.
Toby Beaglehole, College Chief Executive says, “The change in our system was essential to accommodate our organisation’s growth and future needs. Te Kāpehu Whetū represents our continuous improvement approach to finding the right tools that align with our processes and support our vision for the future.”
A Rigorous Selection Process
The College’s search for a new solution began in 2022. After conducting desktop research and gathering recommendations from other organisations in the New Zealand tertiary education and membership sectors, Tribal ebs emerged as an option due to its intuitive functionality and deep integration capability.
“We needed a solution that was not only advanced in its core capabilities but also came from a provider deeply embedded in the education sector. Tribal stood out not just for its extensive experience but for its ability to future-proof our organisation through ongoing R&D and sector insights,” said Mr Beaglehole.
The partnership will see Tribal ebs become the central system supporting the College’s learner journeys, from application through their training and into Fellowship, while integrating seamlessly with their other systems.
Delivering Modern, Learner-Centric Solutions
The learner and staff portals within Tribal ebs were major factors in the College’s decision, offering intuitive user experiences with powerful behind-the-scenes functionality. The system will also automate many of the College’s operational processes.
Steve Exley, Tribal’s General Manager in New Zealand, added, “We are proud to partner with the College and support their journey towards a more robust system that enhances their operations and the services they provide. This collaboration signifies the strength of Tribal ebs in the tertiary education sector, particularly here in Aotearoa New Zealand.”
A Broader Impact on the Tertiary Education and EdTech Sectors
This collaboration highlights the increasing need for future-ready solutions within the tertiary education sector. The College’s adoption of Tribal ebs not only showcases the adaptability of the platform but also underscores Tribal’s deep commitment to addressing the diverse needs of education organisations, particularly in New Zealand and the wider Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.
The partnership also celebrates Tribal’s launch of advisory services in APAC, reinforcing its presence and expertise in education technology throughout the region.
“This partnership with Tribal enables us to leverage new technology to enhance our educational infrastructure. By integrating Tribal ebs, we are laying the groundwork for a future-ready institution that aligns with our strategic goals to nurture new generations of specialist GPs and rural hospital doctors,” concludes Mr Beaglehole.
Mark Pickett, CEO of Tribal Group, remarked, “Our collaboration with the College reaffirms Tribal Group’s commitment to delivering solutions that address the intricate needs of educational institutions. By providing a comprehensive and adaptable learner management system, we are committed to fostering innovation and operational excellence within the College, ensuring they remain at the forefront of medical education.”
Next Steps for the Partnership
The College has already initiated workshops with Tribal’s implementation team, and the first project milestone—go-live for applications for the 2026 intake of general practice and rural hospital trainees—is set for March 2025.
About Tribal
Tribal Group plc is global leader in education technology, offering solutions that empower institutions to improve efficiency, innovate processes, and enhance the learner experience. Working with Higher Education, Further and Tertiary Education, schools, Government and State bodies, training providers and employers, in over 55 countries; Tribal Group’s mission is to empower the world of education with products and services that underpin learner success.
About The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners
The Royal New Zealand College Of General Practitioners is New Zealand’s largest medical college with a membership of over 6,000 GPs, rural hospital doctors, and registrars. The College sets standards for general practice in New Zealand, providing research, assessment, ongoing education, advocacy and support for general practitioners and general practice. They advocate for equity, access, and sustainable healthcare and believe fundamentally that regardless of who or where they are, every New Zealander should have access to their own GP.