Seminar Programme ICEF South East Asia 2024

This session will provide educators with a step-by-step guide on how to make the most out of their participation at ICEF events in general and ICEF South East Asia in particular. The session will cover the following topics: - How to maximise your time during the event - Post-event follow-up and agent contracts - How to maximise your working relationship with providers and agencies

This session will provide student recruitment agencies with a step-by-step guide on how to make the most out of their participation at ICEF events in general and ICEF South East Asia in particular. The session will cover the following topics: - How to maximise your time during the event - Post-event follow-up and agent contracts - How to maximise your working relationship with providers

ICEF Agent Voice is an annual survey of ICEF-screened agents from over 100 countries. It is unique in its frequency, reach, and level of detail – comparing perspectives of agents around the world and gaining fresh insights into how they are adapting and responding to global issues and challenges. This includes a year-on-year comparison of the attractiveness of international study destinations as perceived by agents recruiting for a wide range of international study programmes. Additional aspects covered include: - Where ICEF agents plan to send students in 2024 and beyond - How institutions can effectively provide support and work closely with their agents this year - What agents see as the most effective marketing strategies - Visa approval rates The survey findings will help educators to build their reputation and relationships with agents and will also assist them in developing strategies to market themselves and their destinations more effectively.

Find out how ICEF is setting new standards in international student recruitment with the ICEF Agency Status (IAS) accreditation programme, and supporting training needs through ICEF Academy certification. This session is for agencies and educational institutions aiming to enhance their quality assurance measures through ICEF’s programmes. It is more important than ever for professionals to distinguish themselves and demonstrate their standards to partners and clients. Hear how reputable agencies can be instantly verified through their unique IAS ID, which features a QR code based on blockchain technology, and our global online IAS directory of accredited agencies. Learn how ICEF Academy enhances knowledge and expertise through its training courses, helping increase credibility with partners and clients. Understand how IAS and ICEF Academy can become core components of your quality assurance and due diligence processes, driving professional standards and ethical practices in international student recruitment. Join us to explore how ICEF’s quality assurance programmes can help your organisation stand out, improve student outcomes, and build lasting trust with partners and clients.

Hear insights from Education New Zealand (ENZ) on the Government agency’s strategy for South East Asia. Regional Director Ben Burrowes will share insights on how ENZ is working with New Zealand’s international education sector across its priority markets, while also discussing the important role agents continue to play in achieving business objectives.

As an IB graduate myself, I felt so inspired and passionate about the IB curriculum, that when fate drew me back into education, I was delighted to have the opportunity to broaden awareness of the IB philosophy, and enable students to have access to an IB education. Within this discussion I am going to talk through how the soft skills and IB methodology have impacted not only my education but continue to impact my daily mindset and the success of my professional career.

This session will explore the unique challenges and opportunities within the Indonesian market for recruiting students, particularly in the face of global changes affecting visa policies. We will discuss the current landscape of student recruitment in Indonesia, including demographic trends, student preferences, and the impact of international policy changes on visa accessibility. I'll provide practical strategies that have been effective in adapting to these challenges, ensuring that educational institutions can continue to attract and engage Indonesian students. Attendees will gain insights into leveraging local market conditions to enhance recruitment efforts and develop resilient enrollment strategies amidst global uncertainties.

Vietnam is among the key and potential markets in the Southeast Asia region for international educators recruiting students abroad. The number of Vietnamese students in the U.S. in 2021- 2022 is 20,713 at all educational levels. Among these, Vietnam ranks first in Southeast Asia and fifth in the world in terms of the number of international students at higher education levels in the U.S. These numbers are expected to continue to grow as more families look to send their children abroad for better educational opportunities. By joining the Vietnam Education Market Briefing, U.S. Commercial Service Vietnam will update you on domestic education, the effective student recruitment channels, and how we help U.S. institutions identify potential business partners, obtain valuable market research, and promote U.S. education in the country.

As Vietnamese students chart new paths in pursuing education abroad, there's a notable transition from reliance on traditional scholarships towards embracing common application platforms. Rather than solely depending on scholarships offered by individual institutions, students are increasingly turning to common application systems like the Common Application or UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). These platforms streamline the application process, allowing students to apply to multiple institutions with a single application, thus expanding their options and optimizing their chances of acceptance. This shift reflects a strategic approach to navigating the competitive landscape of international education, enabling students to cast a wider net while also simplifying the application procedure. Additionally, common applications facilitate better organization and tracking of application statuses, empowering students to manage their admissions journey more efficiently. By embracing these platforms, Vietnamese students demonstrate adaptability and resourcefulness in navigating the evolving landscape of global education.

Have you ever wondered what goes on in the mind of an adjudicator when making a decision on a visa application to study abroad in the United States? Come join the U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City as we demystify the student visa process. During this session, we will review the factors of what makes an applicant a “qualified student,” explain how a prospective student can best prepare for their interview, and provide the latest updates to the U.S. student visa policies. This session will help you become better informed about the student visa process and dispel any misconceptions about how decisions are made.

This session will provide an update and insights on student recruitment from three important South East Asian student source markets: Vietnam, Philippines, and Thailand. Seasoned recruitment professionals from each country will highlight the most effective recruitment strategies and discuss best practices when it comes to marketing and outreach, as well as advice on how to cultivate relationships with educational agents and other local key stakeholders. In addition, we’ll look at the unique challenges faced by recruiters across the 3 markets. This will include a discussion of visa and immigration regulations, as well as cultural, economic, and political factors that may influence the recruitment process. Finally, the session concludes with an opportunity for the audience to ask questions.

This session will be a celebration of a Vietnamese star, Le Liem, who will share his journey from Ho Chi Minh to St Louis and how international education shaped his career. Liem will be interviewed by Dr. Lisa Blazer, VP of Enrollment Management at Webster University, about tips to be successful as a student from South East Asia. The session will provide agents an opportunity to ask questions to Liem about the much talked about Chess minor that was launched very recently at Webster and how that minor can be a game changer for all students. Liem will share his personal experience of being a student in the Midwest and why he feels more South Asian students should come to the Midwest. This panel is a sponsored panel by Webster University and will be introduced by Samrat Ray Chaudhuri, AVP for International Enrollment at Webster University.

A range of issues are currently affecting traditionally popular study destinations such as the UK, US, Canada, and Australia, including policy shifts and, in some instances, uncertainties over forthcoming elections. This plenary session explores the impact on South East Asian students and the evolving landscape of international education. We'll discuss how, while the UK and Australia have remained popular destinations, these changes are prompting students to consider alternative destinations including Japan. However, venturing abroad isn't the only option. We'll also delve into the growing role of transnational education, which offers high-quality international education and pathway opportunities within South East Asia itself. This discussion will equip agents with a broader range of study options to guide Southeast Asian students in achieving their international education goals.