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🌟 **Join us in empowering international students in the UK! 🌍** 🎓 **Mission:** Our goal is to support international students in their UK journey, offering guidance for a seamless transition, helping them achieve academic and career milestones, and fostering cultural diversity. 🔭 **Vision:** We aspire to be the go-to consultancy firm in the UK, renowned for our dedication to unlocking international students' potential, building a warm community, and bridging global talent with UK opportunities. 🎯 **Goals:** 1. Tailored consulting services for each student's unique needs. 2. Forming strong partnerships with UK universities and employers for enhanced opportunities. 3. Comprehensive support from admissions to job placement. 4. Cultivating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. 5. Continuous improvement to meet evolving student and job market demands. 6. Upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ethics. 7. Ensuring top-notch customer satisfaction. 8. Contributing to the UK economy by connecting international talent with rewarding jobs. 9. Advocating for policies that safeguard international students' welfare. 10. Making a positive impact on students' academic, professional, and personal journeys in the UK. Join us in making a difference! 🚀 #InternationalStudents #UKConsultancy #Empowerment

🌟 Exciting News for #InternationalStudents! 🌟 We're thrilled to announce our new #partnership with Gateway College - Vancouver! 🎓 This collaboration is more than just a milestone—it's a revolution in the making for #internationalstudent success. Navigating the journey in a new country can be tough—from tackling cultural shock to academic transitions, we understand the hurdles. But together with Gateway College's dedicated support and our innovative educational tech, we're transforming these challenges into opportunities for triumph. 🚀 Here’s what our partnership brings to Gateway's vibrant community: 📚 #Learn: Practical tips on settling in Canada, navigating job searches, and understanding employer expectations. 🤝 #Connect: Direct links to industry leaders, supportive mentors, and a thriving community of driven international students. 💼 #GetHired: Access to over 300+ top employers nationwide, ready to welcome you. 🌍 #Immigrate: Resources to align your career moves with your long-term goals in Canada. We're also enhancing Gateway's ability to achieve their “Recognized Institution Framework” goals through precise data tracking and support, fostering seamless collaboration across departments. 🌉 Join us in this exciting journey to empower and inspire. With Wayble, we're not just filling gaps—we're creating pathways to success. 👋 Come see how together, we’re shaping the future of global education. Don’t miss out on being part of this transformative experience. Let’s make education impactful! 🌟 #Wayble #GatewayCollege #EmpoweringDreams #GlobalEdRevolution #JoinTheMovement

Double Dose of Development Inspiration Today! University of Birmingham Had the chance to attend two amazing events focused on international development careers. Here are some key takeaways: Morning Session: International Development Consulting Session Anna Gibert (ID Consultant) & Sara Webb (Australian Consultant) shared practical tips: •Tackle a variety of tasks and get hands-on experience. •Understand how organizations and programs function. •Network! Network! Network! •Be open-minded, curious, humble, and brave - don’t shy away from building professional connections. Evening Session: Policy, Advocacy & International Institutions Ellen Shustik (Director of Programmes & Outreach, Inner Wings): •Education is the silver bullet, it is everything. •You can always go back and study, it is never too late. •Every experience is a learning experience! •Step outside your comfort zone - growth happens there! Don't settle! •Cast a wide net - explore many possibilities! Jasmine Burnley (PhD Researcher): Why Policy & Advocacy? •To challenge unfairness and bias in decision-making. •Policy connects to on-the-ground work - don't separate the two! Consider these things: •Build experience understanding challenges in your community. •Start early and persevere! •Transferable skills are valuable. •Local experience matters, but so does global exposure. Carol Cosgrove-Sacks (Policy Advisor & Former UN Director): •A career in international development is challenging but incredibly rewarding. •Persistence is key - don't back off! •Success takes patience - learn to wait for decisions. Kudos to Sadie Singer and the team for organising such incredible events! #internationalstudent #internationaldevelopment #careeradvice

Next week colleagues working in #internationaleducation will meet at The PIE, we have a question for all of them, if UK #poststudywork is severely curtailed or axed, what’s your Plan B? MAC is no friend of UK #highered “The UK’s #graduateroute is attracting low-wage #migrants, rather than “global #talent”, according to the Migration Advisory Committee, which is set to review the visa scheme. In its annual report, MAC said it was “sceptical” that the #poststudywork #visa, introduced in 2021 to allow all #internationalstudents to stay & work for two years, is helping to attract #highskilled workers to the UK. What if there were a way to influence MAC which also provided universities a Plan B to increase international #student-recruitment & support their existing #internationalstudents? The good news is there is a “Plan B” if colleagues are willing to invest less than £10,000 in International Futures! if the sector pivot now to evidencing the fact that inbound international student #recruitment is largely #immigration neutral, with by far the majority of #internationalstudents returning to their home countries & into successful #careers following their studies. This is of huge benefit to the UK driving direct inward investment & building #softpower. Not only that it is of huge benefit to the world reducing #braindrain & going some way to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals #sdgs. The data exists to make this a reality, will the sector “seize the nettle” before it’s too late? MAC reports in the Autumn, so if the sector are able to commission Non EU #graduateoutcomes data in the Spring, they have a chance of submitting their findings in the summer, before MAC reports to government. This being the case all universities would have a Plan B & the post-study work could receive a stay of execution? Asia Careers Group SDN BHD - Investing in International Futures AGCAS British Council BUILA Department for Business and Trade Department for Education HESA: Higher Education Statistics Agency Jisc Office for Students UCAS UKCISA Universities Scotland Universities UK Universities UK International

🎓 Exploring the Middle East: Unlocking Opportunities in Education! 🌟 Are you seeking new horizons to expand your global reach and connect with bright minds? Look no further than the Middle East! 📚 Simpled- Student Recruitment Tours proudly presents the Middle East as a thriving market for international student recruitment. With our extensive network of high schools and counselors, we have witnessed the immense potential and hunger for education in this region. Here's why you should consider exploring this dynamic landscape: 1️⃣ Diverse Talent Pool: The Middle East boasts a rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and perspectives. By tapping into this market, you open doors to a diverse pool of talented students with a thirst for knowledge and a global mindset. Embrace cultural exchange and enrich your campus with unique perspectives! 2️⃣ Education as a Priority: Education holds a place of paramount importance in Middle Eastern societies. The region's commitment to fostering academic excellence has led to significant investments in educational institutions, creating a vibrant environment for students to thrive. 3️⃣ Rapid Economic Growth: The Middle East is experiencing remarkable economic growth, paving the way for increased student mobility and rising demand for quality education. By establishing a presence in this market, you position your institution to cater to the aspirations of ambitious students looking for an international education that will empower them to shape the future. 4️⃣ Strategic Location: Nestled between Europe, Asia, and Africa, the Middle East serves as a bridge between diverse regions. Its central location offers students a gateway to explore and understand different cultures, fostering global citizenship and intercultural competence. 🌐 Partner with simpled-Student Recruitment Tours and unlock the potential of the Middle East market. Our tailored recruitment tours ensure smooth travel logistics, enabling you to focus on building meaningful connections with students and networking with counselors. Let's embark on a journey of educational collaboration, transcending borders and shaping the future together! #simpledTours #GlobalEducation #IndianHigherEd #CommunityColleges #EducationRevolution #InternationalAdmissions #StudentRecruitment #CCIDCollaboration #HigherEducation #InternationalAdmissions #StudentRecruitment #SimpledRecruitmentTours #simpledRecruitmentTours #GlobalEducation #Intled #HigherEducation #InternationalRecruitmnet #StudentRecruitment #CommunityCollleges #Simpled #StateUniversities

There’s never been a better time to welcome international students to our workforce and community.   This week we highlighted the significant value of international students to South Australia’s future workforce needs. Highly-educated, highly-skilled, job-ready and globally connected, international students and graduates can play an important role, alongside local graduates, in delivering the workforce #SouthAustralia needs, now and into the future.   Having chosen Adelaide as their study destination, it is up to the South Australian business community to make the most of the opportunity international students present in the face of persistent skills shortages. When businesses can’t recruit people with the skills for critical jobs, the state’s productivity is reduced, and we risk missing important opportunities.   #internationalstudents #education #skills #workforce

Sophocles said “Chance never helps those who do not help themselves.” It is apposite as we see any competitive advantage gained by the #uk during the #covid19 pandemic, evaporate in front of our eyes. Now to add insult to injury the government particularly the UK Home Office under Suella Braverman have made it clear they are not on university’s side, particularly when it comes to #internationaleducation. Having recently banned the dependents of #postgraduate taught students, #poststudywork likely to be next for the chop, before the next #election. Critically, the powers that be should have been focused during the #pandemic on differentiating the UK’s offer from other major English-speaking markets, by providing better support for its #internationalstudents, specifically #employability & successful #graduateoutcomes, back in student’s home countries. During the #pandemic there has been ample opportunity to rebrand the UK as the “outcomes destination” in advance of all other English-speaking nations, & the UK has been at a significant advantage with Asia Careers Group SDN BHD employability & graduate destinations data on 70,000+ individual returning UK graduates to #asia at its fingertips - should they chose to act upon it. During the same period, despite a prolonged lockdown, #australia managed to secure fee-free visas for international students (albeit for a limited period) & totally rebranded their international offer, putting #alumni success stories, career selection, employability & #workreadiness programmes at the heart of their international offer. Back to that Sophocles quote again. My hope is that, with the release of the UPP Foundation & yet another “commission” on #internationaleducation led by Chris Skidmore, all parties with any interest in UK international #education will come together & finally act on what has been staring them in the face for the past three years. Alternatively, perhaps it’s time to focus efforts “down under.” Asia Careers Group SDN BHD - Investing in International Futures #china #india #asean #pakistan #nigeria #nepal #bangladesh #srilanka #innovation #future #futurism #entrepreneurship #careers #ciag #jobinterviews #data #highereducation #tech #edtech #intled #highered Adventus.io ApplyBoard AGCAS AUIDF aecc British Council BUILA Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) | Bureau canadien de l’éducation internationale Cambridge Education Group Department for Education Department for Business and Trade EAIE: European Association for International Education Education New Zealand | Manapou ki te Ao Handshake IDP Connect IDP Education Ltd International Education Association of Australia (IEAA) INTO University Partnerships Kaplan Kaplan International Pathways Jisc Navitas Oxford International Education Group Russell Group of Universities Shorelight Study Group The Group of Eight UCAS UKCISA Universities Australia Universities UK

Speechless, appreciative, humbled, ecstatic, and thrilled are just a few words to describe my feelings after being informed I have been awarded the Regional Winner in the Business category in Ireland in The Global Undergraduate Awards for my research project: “Would the Hybrid-Working Model enhance the Nature of Career Resilience within the Context of Recruitment Practice?”. Often referred to as the Junior Nobel Prize, the Global Undergraduate Awards recognises, and awards entrants ranked in the top 10% in their category as Highly Commended Entrants. The highest performing Highly Commended Entrant from each region is named the Regional Winner in their category. This is a tremendous honour to have been invited to collect the award at the global summit in November. My entry and research project were areas I was very intrigued to research more about. Analysing psychological components such as career resilience, supportive leadership and corporate strategies including hybrid-working models was fascinating as these are contemporary issues identified within business today. My research deployed a quantitative approach and evidenced that the hybrid-working model significantly predicted a negative impact on career resilience within the context of recruitment practice. The study further identified supportive leadership as having a significant negative interaction effect between the hybrid-working model and career resilience. My research will be published in the undergraduate awards library in the near future. Working a full-time job whilst completing the first-ever degree in the world for Recruitment Practice via the National College of Ireland has been challenging but exceptionally rewarding. I would like to extend my gratitude to the National College of Ireland, Jonathan Brittain leading the apprenticeship, my lecturer Robert MacDonald, the Employment & Recruitment Federation and my employer Cpl Healthcare. This achievement would not have been possible without their support and guidance. I have found a new passion in research and look forward to continuing research within recruitment practice.  #GUA2023 #business #recruitmentpractice #undergraduateresearch

#intled - Got to love this article saying how US businesses are missing a trick by not more fully recruiting international students into positions after they graduate. OPT can help companies increase their potential international impact on their bottom line.