ICEF Podcast

• News & developments - Sector and students shocked as US State Department says it will “aggressively revoke visas for Chinese students”- Trump administration orders a pause on new student visa interviews• Main topic: Study destination USA in times of political turmoil - live from NAFSA 2025• Keys to the market: BangladeshwithVern Granger Director of Undergraduate Admissions University of ConnecticutDaryl BishPresidentEnglishUSAJill WelchCo-Founder and Senior ConsultantU.S. for Success CoalitionRachel FletcherManaging Director, Enrolment ServicesKeystone Enrolment ServicesCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

• News & developments   - International student policy in the spotlight during Australian election  - Ireland: Non-EU international students will be most affected by a new, increased threshold for available funds• Main topic: Domestic enrolment cliff: A global phenomenon?• Keys to the market: ThailandwithAngel AhmedFounder and CEOGNET-Global NetworkKirsten L. FeddersenVP of Partnerships, USAIDPCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

• News & developments      - ​​Global survey highlights new phase of internationalisation: From a “market era” to a “managed era”     - Report projects need for greater diversification in international student recruitment this year• Main topic: How are schools and agents adapting to rising visa rejection rates? • Keys to the market: East AfricawithMichal SestakManaging Director and Principal migration agentAustraliaOnlineShawn Silverstone Director, International Marketing and Recruitment Coquitlam School DistrictCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

• News & developments      - ​​The Netherlands: Debate around student recruitment and retention continues amid foreign enrolment decline     - Student mobility in MENA boosted by foreign partnerships and branch campuses• Main topic: Shifting horizons: Global trends in international secondary education• Keys to the market: MexicowithElizabeth Drake Director of Partnerships, US Illume Student Advisory ServiceBethan HudsonExecutive Director Specialist ServicesThe BSA GroupCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

• News & developments      - ​​Irish higher education booked another strong year of foreign enrolment growth in 2024     - Malaysia's growing appeal as a study destination• Main topic: A whole new world: International student recruitment in 2025• Keys to the market: Sri LankawithRoger BrindleyPresident - North AmericaAcumen | Sannam S4 GroupSarah ToddVice President (Global)Griffith UniversityHarris RosenBarrister and SolicitorHarris Rosen Professional CorporationCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

• News & developments      -  Three international education trends for 2025: Revenue optimisation, marketing personalisation, and on-the-ground local intelligence• Main topic: How new technologies impact international student employability• Keys to the market: Japanwith Puneet Kohli Chief Executive OfficerCareerflow.aiSue AttewellHead of AIJiscCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

• News & developments      -  The human factor in international student recruitment• Main topic: Live from Berlin: Current trends in international student recruitment• Keys to the market: Germanywith Holly SandersChief Transformation OfficerWorld Education ServicesMatt HirdDirector of SalesMalvern InternationalBrett BlackerManaging Director, Australia and New ZealandDuolingoIlaria BossiHead Manager - International Marketing and RecruitmentUniversità Cattolica del Sacro CuoreKofi Agyeman-Duah Boachie-DanquahGlobal Sales Manager - International HubPrivate University of Applied Sciences, GöttingenReka LenartAssociation ManagerALTOHannah YouellDiversity & Inclusion AdvisorInternational House World OrganisationSushil SukhwaniDirectorEdwise InternationalCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

• News & developments      -  International education has a data problem. It's time to do something about it     -  In a time of shifting student demand, a speedy response to enquiries is a must• Main topic: Getting past policy shock: How the sector is responding to new migration settings• Keys to the market: ChinaWithRachel MacSweenDirector of Partnerships and Stakeholder EngagementIDPMarie BraswellAssociate Vice President Global Strategy & Market DevelopmentCentennial CollegeAndy HowellsChief Marketing OfficerNCUKBobby MehtaPro Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement)University of PortsmouthSara Sandford (moderator)ConsultantEdifiedCraig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de VeenCBDOICEF

• News & developments      -  Australia announces cap on student commencements for 2025     -  What is the cost of policy intended to reduce international student flows?• Main topic: The future of ELT: A call to action• Keys to the market: ColombiaWithIan AirdCEOEnglish AustraliaJodie GrayChief ExecutiveEnglish UKCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF 

• News & developments      -  Quarterly survey finds rents for student housing in Europe increasing ahead of new academic year     -  UK reports record foreign enrolment for 2022/23• Main topic: Is Artificial Intelligence the biggest threat for digital agent recruitment platforms?• Keys to the market: ChinaWithLouise Nicol Founder & CEOAsia Careers Group SDN BHDCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

This special episode of ICEF Podcast is produced in collaboration with Housed - The shared living Podcast and our sponsor is VITA STUDENT.WithSarah CanningCo-FounderThe Property Marketing StrategistsDeenie LeeCo-FounderThe Property Marketing StrategistsDaniel SmithManaging DirectorStudent Housing ConsultancyMartijn van de VeenCBDOICEF

• Useful links      - The global student experience by Etio      - European Commission - Study in Europe• News & developments      - UK ELT providers report restricting enrolment because of bed shortages     - Would a second Trump presidency make the US more or less attractive to foreign students?• Main topic: Europe's unique and diverse array of attractive study destinations• Keys to the market: BrazilWithJasper WitteveenProject Officer (Erasmus Mundus)European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)Nannette RipmeesterDirector - Performance Benchmarking Europe and North AmericaEtioCraig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

• News & developments      - Agent survey finds growing interest in alternative destinations; many students “hedging” plans with multiple applications     - UK confirms Graduate Route will remain in place; plans “crackdown” on student visas and “rogue agents”• Main topic: The outlook for international education in the USA - live from NAFSA• Keys to the market: MexicoWithJessica SandbergDean of International EnrollmentDuke Kunshan UniversityAmber McKenzieAssistant Dean of Global Education and Strategic PartnershipsCommunity Colleges of SpokaneMirka MartelHead of Research, Evaluation and LearningInstitute of International EducationCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

• News & developments      - Foreign exchange: What could a stronger pound and dollar mean for international students this year?     - The art of the short: Viral video for international student recruitment• Main topic: How policy interventions are impacting student planning for study abroad• Keys to the market: the PhilippinesWithVictoria MartinChief Commercial and Compliance OfficerGUS CanadaRobin GarchaPartnerships Director, Solutions LeadIDP EducationCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF

• News & developments      - Canadian immigration minister releases official cap figures and targets for 2024     - Australia: Record-high foreign enrolment but tighter immigration settings now taking hold• Main topic: Start-ups in international education: disrupters or innovators?• Keys to the market: SwedenWithKasper BaarsCo-Founder / Co-directorThe DiscovLydia JonesCEO and founderHousematesCarla WyburnCEO and co-founderEnglish Coach AICraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF 

• News & developments:      - Demand for study abroad in Australia, Canada, UK already affected by new international education policies     - South Korea announces results of annual evaluation of universities and colleges' international programmes• Main topic: How Fintech innovations are making international education more inclusive• Keys to the market: EgyptWithSuzanne TysonFounder and former CEOHigherEdPointsDino LeoHead of Education, EuropeConveraJesse DyerDirector of University RelationsMPower FinancingShelley ClaytonDirector of Financial AidUniversity of New BrunswickCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEFMain Sponsor • ICEF Finance   ========References https://convera.com/blog/Government of Canada site has information for international students:https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada.html?_ga=2.252707145.1160912607.1517234482-1177322266.1514990229%20  International Experience Canada:https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/iec/about.html Canada Visa: https://www.canadavisa.com/ StudyInCanada: https://www.studyincanada.com/ Scholarships, bursaries and other awards:•Canadian Government:https://www.educanada.ca/scholarships-bourses/search-scholarships-rechercher-bourses.aspx?lang=eng•ScholarshipsCanada.com: https://www.scholarshipscanada.com/Index.aspxIn search box, enter “international” with a Citizenship filter set to “Any but Canada”, see 841 scholarships worth ~$2.5MM•Every campus has a Financial Aid office Work•Devant: https://www.devant.ca/home'Get Hired at Home': The FREE virtual career development expo for international students & alumni. Attend online workshops to boost your employability. Then, access 50+ job opportunities and network with 25+ employers live at their virtual booths. 

• News & developments:  What we've learned (so far) about Canada's new student visa rules• Main topic: AI evolution: Artificial General Intelligence, and how it impacts international education• Keys to the market: Czech RepublicWithBart CaylorPresident and FounderCaylor Solutions and The Higher Ed MarketerJohn MoravecFounder and CEOEducation Futures LLCCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEFMain Sponsor • ICEF Digital

• News & developments:  The 2023 international education trends that will extend into 2024• Main topic: How growth and sustainable development goals can co-exist in international education• Keys to the market:  South KoreaWithSarah MinesFounding Member, Director of Sustainable GrowthAlethea Global CooperativeStephen RobinsonDirector and ProfessorChamplain College, Dublin CampusCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEFMain Sponsor • ICEF Finance

• News & developments:  The 2023 international education trends that will extend into 2024• Main topic: The enduring appeal of study destination USA: trends, facts and figures• Keys to the market:  Punjab (India)WithMark KopenskiConsultant to the Vice President of EnrollmentRowan University, Glassboro NJMindi HertzogInternational Trade SpecialistU.S. Department of CommerceIan CannVP, AmericasICEFCraig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEFMain Sponsor • International Education EvaluationKeys to the market sponsor • Western Overseas

ICEF Podcast episode format1) News & Developments 2) Main Topic3) Keys to the market1) News & developments • A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF Monitor.How is Indian student mobility changing in 2023?Dutch election result and its impact on international education2) Main topic • "How podcasting can help engage with prospective international students"Main topic sponsor: ICEF Agency Status3) Keys to the market • PolandKeys to the Market sponsor: PERFECT – Study. Work. Travel. is an education agency based in Poland, with 2 offices: in Wroclaw and in Warsaw.Speakers Benjamin LorchFounder The Berlin School of PodcastingJohn CraigeInternational Communications OfficerProducer, Lund University International PodcastLund UniversityCraig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de VeenChief Business Development OfficerICEF

Guest speakers:Nicole CavanaughShamim GhaniCraig RiggsHost: Martijn van de Veen 

ICEF Podcast episode format1) News & Developments 2) Main Topic3) Keys to the market1) News & developments • A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF Monitor.Australia: Parliamentary report recommends diversification and expanded regulation of agentsInternational enrolments in German higher education rise again for a new record2) Main topic • "How the pandemic shaped international education"Main topic sponsor: ICEF Finance 3) Keys to the market • Saudi ArabiaKeys to the Market sponsor: IGEC - International Group for Educational Consultancy- The largest educational consultancy firm in the Middle East and North Africa.Speakers Markus BaddeCEOICEFCraig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de VeenChief Business Development OfficerICEF

ICEF Podcast episode format1) News & Developments 2) Main Topic3) Keys to the market1) News & developments • A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF Monitor.UK student housing crunch projected to worsen through 2026Five student research insights to keep in mind going into 20242) Main topic • "The increasing appeal of Asian destinations in international student recruitment"Main topic sponsor: ICEF Digital 3) Keys to the market • MexicoKeys to the Market sponsor: AMTE  - The Mexican Association of Educational TourismSpeakers Sarah ToddVice President • Griffith UniversityFormer president of the Asia-Pacific Association for International EducationGary BowermanFounder & Managing DirectorAsia Travel Re:SetCraig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (Moderator)Chief Business Development OfficerICEF

ICEF Podcast episode format1) News & Developments 2) Main Topic 3) Keys to the market 1) News & developments • A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF Monitor.EdTech investment cooling in 2023 but growth outlook remains strongDespite rising rejection rates, US student visa issuances now exceed pre-COVID levels2) Main topic • "Beyond future and career prospects: Understanding what tomorrow's international students really want"Main topic sponsor: ICEF Academy 3) Keys to the market • NepalKeys to the Market sponsor: ECAN - Educational Consultancy Association of NepalSpeakers Selma TooheyExecutive DirectorQS Quacquarelli SymondsNannette RipmeesterFounder & DirectorExpertise in Labour Mobility Craig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (Moderator)Chief Business Development OfficerICEF

ICEF Podcast episode format1) News & developments 2) Main Topic - Keys to the market 1) News & developments • A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF MonitorMeasuring the massive vocational training opportunity in developing economiesAI tools help to smooth student housing search but supply crunch remains2) Main topic • "Bridging the skills gap: Preparing international students for their future careers"Main topic sponsor: ICEF Digital 3) Keys to the market • TunisiaKeys to the Market sponsor: Eduworld,  premium student recruitment agency for global Educational opportunities.Speakers Scott CederbaumHead of Degree MarketingCourseraAndy HockleyAcademic DirectorBell Teacher AcademyCambridge University Press & AssessmentCraig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (Moderator)Chief Business Development OfficerICEF

Also in this episode:A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF MonitorUK to block dependants from accompanying international students as of January 2024After domestic tuition hikes, Chinese officials reportedly considering an increase in international student feesKeys to the Market: EcuadorMain topic sponsor: ICEF DigitalKeys to the Market sponsor: COICEC - “La Confederación de Organizaciones de Intercambio Cultural del Ecuador”SpeakersGautham KolluriFounder/Managing DirectorCIP STUDY ABROAD Chris PriceSenior VP Partnerships (UK & Europe) Adventus Craig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (Moderator)Chief Business Development OfficerICEF

SpeakersKeith Monrose Executive DirectorSeneca College Sandeep SinghMarketing DirectorBrampton Immigration Consultancy Rahul PaitkaManaging DirectorCharms Education & Immigration Services Kayla BrielAssociate Director, Business & Innovation Global University Systems Craig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (Moderator)Chief Business Development OfficerICEF

SpeakersProfessor Seyedali MirjaliliFounding director of the Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Optimisation (AIRO)Torrens University Pablo PereiraBusiness Development ManagerEdvisorJack WhaleySenior Manager University Relations (ANZ)Leverage EduMartijn van de Veen (Moderator)Chief Business Development OfficerICEF

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ICEF Podcast Feb episode now available! Main topic: How ChatGPT affects the future of international education.  Sponsored by Fair Future Education ConsultantsEpisode also covers:

ICEF Podcast Jan episode now available! Main topic: Synergies between online learning & international education ➡️ Episode also covers:

Each year, scholarship providers, whether governments, ministries, foundations, institutions or private companies, provide funding for hundreds of thousands of students. Scholarships exist for all areas of education: pathway/vocational programmes, life-long learning opportunities, internships, professional training programmes, language studies, and of course university programmes. Funding can be partial or in full, often including accommodation, insurance and travel coverage. For many schools, institutions or other providers of educational and experiential learning programmes, scholarship partnerships represent an important part of their student recruitment strategies. In this bonus podcast episode, we will take a closer look at such scholarship partnerships, for example: -Where to find, and how to engage with, potential scholarship partners -What types of scholarships exist and what is typically covered -Scholarship constructs: fully covered, full programme versus partially covered in combination with student credit -Examples of scholarship eligibility criteria and requirements for prospective students -How to build a long-lasting scholarship partnership -The role and responsibilities of scholarship providers towards the students who receive a scholarship, versus the role and responsibilities of agencies and institutions that are involved -Characteristics of the different types of scholarship funding organisations (government, public, private, or institutional scholarships, or a combination)

News and developmentsEuropean rental housing costs up 17% this year as crunch continuesMain topicAgent Aggregators: four industry perspectivesKeys to the marketSaudi Arabia

Main topic in this episode:Digital Transformation in International EducationRecorded Live at ICEF Berlin Digital DayDigital transformation is happening across all industries and sectors, including international education. It is often described as ”the process of using digital technologies to create new — or modify existing — processes, culture, and customer experiences to meet changing business and market requirements”.So what does this mean for international education, and specifically for student recruitment? Which digital services, tools and platforms are available for our sector? Which processes can be streamlined, and how do they help improve the customer journey - the student journey -  through the recruitment funnel?In this episode we  discuss this digital transformation in international student recruitment, the advantages that come with it, the solutions and technologies that are used and how it affects all stakeholders involved,  with a panel of industry experts:Alsdorf, ClaudiaHead of Microsoft Education GermanyMicrosoftPrice, ChrisSenior VP -PartnershipsAdventus.ioMiguel MembradoChief Digital OfficerETS Global B.V.Martijn van de Veen (Host)VP, Business DevelopmentICEF

Episode NotesNews & Developments:Study tracks top messaging apps and student priorities in key Asian marketsSurvey says Australia a top choice among prospective international students Main topic:Are the traditional ‘student corridors' under pressure?  How global events are affecting international student flowsWith Chris Kirk, Director at UCAS InternationalMirka Martel, Head of Research, Evaluation and Learning at Institute of International EducationAlice Wilby, Pro Vice-Chancellor, University College Birmingham  Sponsor:University College of BirminghamKeys to the Market:Egypt

Episode NotesNews & Developments:Affordability a rising factor in international students' choice of destinationWestern Australia introduces new incentive scheme for agentsMain topic:Visa options in the US for international students and their familiesWith Bruna Canto, Managing Director Latin America, FirstPathway PartnersAndTadeu Ferreira, Partner, LeafLawSponsor:FirstPathway PartnersKeys to the Market:Kuwait

Episode NotesNews & Developments:US visa processing delays worsening at midpoint of 2022UK resumes priority visa processingMain topic:Career opportunities for international studentsWith -  Nannette Ripmeester,   is the Director of Expertise in Labour Mobility (ELM) and director Europe & North America for i-graduate. She's involved in the employability initiative CareerProfessor.works, supporting students' intercultural and employability skills through a gamification app. ‘Making mobility work' is her motto - Nannette thrives when making the connection between education and the world of work, global employability being pivotal in her work. She is passionate about customising solutions for global mobility for study and work purposes and is keen to enhance the connection between graduates and their future job opportunities. Her love for global mobility and bridging the gap between education and the world of work was ignited when she worked for 7 years at the European Commission where she was responsible for setting up the EURES database for mobile workers in EU Member States. Nannette holds an MA degree from the University of Amsterdam. She is a member of the supervisory board for Codarts University in the Netherlands and is actively involved in the NAFSA Trainer Corps. She has been the ‘Industry Innovator in Residence' for Study Queensland 2018-19 with a focus on employability. With over 25 years of experience working for corporate and HigherEd organisations, Nannette is a leading expert on mobility for study and work.- Adam Cooper, President at Alliance Abroad GroupSponsor:SRH Haarlem CampusKeys to the Market:Nepal

Episode NotesNews & Developments:Too many social channels to manage? Maybe your students can helpAre more US employers shifting away from degree requirements?Main topic:International students in health education  - advising and planning for medical studies abroadWith - Philippe Van Hecke, Director of International Business Development at the SABA University School of Medicine, part of GUS Global University SystemsSponsor:Universidad EuropeaKeys to the Market:Ghana

Episode NotesNews & Developments:Main topic:1. Study destinations Australia and New Zealand back in the gameBrett Blacker, CEO, English AustraliaGeneviève Rousseau Cung, Partnerships Manager, Education New ZealandSponsors:Torrens University, AustraliaKeys to the Market:Bangladesh

Episode NotesNews & Developments:Nigeria: Most students want to study abroad but many also need financial aidIndia simplifies procedures for foreign institution partnershipsMain topic:1. Study destination CanadaMagdalena Link, VP Sales at ILACAna Paula de Souza, Senior Manager of Corporate Sales at Air Canada Thevi Pather, Associate VP International at Saskatchewan PolytechnicCraig Stephenson, President and CEO of Centennial College, 2. Study destination Canada: focus on QuebecDiego Sanchez, Director of International Affairs at Languages CanadaMartin Houde, Director of Collège Avalon George Khoury, Principle advisor for Opulence Education Group.Sponsors:Centennial CollegeCollège AvalonKeys to the Market:Iran

Episode NotesNews & Developments:The growing influence of school groups in the international K-12 sectorInternational enrolment recovery underway in Australia, Canada, the UK, and the USMain topic:International Education: is studying in English the only viable option?With - Cristina Grasset, Director at Spain Education Programs - Olivier Chiche-Portiche, Director General a.i. at Campus FranceSponsor:Universidad EuropeaKeys to the Market:Colombia

In this special episode, brought to you in cooperation with TABS (The Association of Boarding Schools), host Martijn van de Veen, VP Business Development at ICEF discusses:1) Trends and developments related to international student recruitment for boarding schools with Craig Riggs, editor of ICEF Monitor2) The unique role of boarding schools in the international student recruitment industry and the role that agencies play, together with Caroline Nixon, International Director of the Boarding Schools'​ Association, Richard Stokes, CEO of the Australian Boarding Schools Association and Pete Upham, Executive Director of The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)

News & Developments:International education's continuing response to the war in UkraineMain topic:Students' decision making factors are changing - why and howSponsor:Uniqway.comKeys to the Market:Indonesia

In this episode we look at Artificial Intelligence in the international student recruitment industry.Industry trends and developments:Forecast projects major growth in international enrolments through 2030Language travel sector tempers expectations for timing of pandemic recoveryMain topic:Artificial Intelligence: we all have heard of it and probably are already using it. How to best describe Artificial Intelligence in layman's terms? AI uses patterns based on existing human behaviour.  How can we make sure it's fair and non-biased?Where is it being used in student recruitment? Where does it work?  Where does it not work?What are the misconceptions about AI?Will AI make the student recruitment process more automated, more personal - or both?Episode sponsor:iSchoolConnect, the leading AI platform for international student recruitment and engagement.Keys to the market:Martijn, Craig discuss the specifics of Nigeria as a major source market for international students

News, trends and developments With Craig Riggs, editor of ICEF MonitorAgent survey highlights important demand factors for study abroad in 2022US announces important changes for student visa policyNew Zealand launches new website for international studentsMain topic“International education - a greener future ahead?”Martijn van de Veen interviews Jonathan Dykes and CJ Tremblay about their views, insights, learnings and expectations for a greener future in the international education community.  We discuss the main factors that contribute to the carbon footprint of international education and which initiatives are being rolled out to reduce this.  In addition we explore ways to incentivise agencies, institutions, students and other players in the sector to contribute to a lower carbon footprint, as well as what new opportunities there are for the student recruitment industry that come with a greener future.Keys to the market: VietnamIn this final section Martijn and Craig discuss key market trends in the sector and this episode focus on Vietnam as a growing student recruitment market.

In this episode, we take a look back at how 2021 marks the start of a new era for international educationGovernment supportOnline/Digital claims its position in the student recruitment industryCareer options are more important than a university's rankingDiversification and risk mitigationGrowing importance of education agentsMental health 

News, trends and developments With Craig Riggs, editor of ICEF Monitor- Australia reopens its borders international students- US: International enrolments are rebounding Main topic“International students and online programmes in the new normal”With Stephanie Adamson, the University of ArizonaThe pandemic has made all of us near-experts in online learning, but what is the future of online programmes now that borders have reopened to international students? According to the University of Arizona, the future is online and the institution continues to offer a portfolio of online and blended programmes in what is truly a new normal. In this episode, Stephanie Adamson, Assistant Dean at the University of Arizona talks about their ‘post pandemic' online solutions and how these help the institution reach and enrol a larger and more diverse group of International students worldwide.Question from the industryWith Diogo Rodrigues, Yes Intercambio“What is the difference between Transnational Education and cross-border online learning?”

“The ICEF Berlin ‘Agent Aggregator' panel discussion: impressions and opinions”- Meti Basiri, CMO at Applyboard- Bloeme Bergmann, Talent Scout at Global School for Entrepreneurship- Oscar Porras, President at ASEPROCE “Pre-Covid vs post Covid: How has international student recruitment really changed”- Andries Bonneur, Owner of StageGlobal- Oana Lelcu, Director Sales & Marketing at SRH University of Applied Sciences “ICEF Berlin 2021: a look behind the scenes of the very first hybrid ICEF event ever”- Nick Stevenson, Director EMEA at ICEF- Tiffany Egler, Director Agency Relations at ICEF- Hersha Pandya, Director Higher Education Partnerships at ICEF

In this episode, ICEF's industry specialists Martijn van de Veen (ICEF's VP of Business Development) and Craig Riggs (Editor, ICEF Monitor) discuss whether there is room for improvement in the educator - agency relationship.With this being the main topic this month, Oliver Fortescue, Partner at Edified, Student Acquisition and International Education Expert and Bobby Mehta, Chair of BUILA and Director at the University of Portsmouth, join the conversation and talk about some findings from their recent report calling for a new quality framework in the UK with an ambition to introduce a single code of ethical practice and standards for all UK education agents working with UK providers.This episode is sponsored by FileInvite.  Vice President Jackie Young, completes the episode with some key facts explaining why FileInvite is fast becoming the industry standard for automated document and client information collection and how much time clients are saving by switching to this software.For details of FileInvite's unique offering please visit https://bit.ly/3jzbavj

In this 30 minute episode we sit down with Global Higher Education specialists in order to get their views and insights on:why agents play a key role in rebuilding international enrolments post-pandemicwhat is the best practice to ensure schools and agencies are coordinating their digital activitya multi-stakeholder perspective on the challenges and best practices for student recruitment agents in international higher education