ICEF Student Recruitment for Online Programmes 2025

Welcome to ISROP: Interactive event welcome with live Q&A, polls and breakout sessions 14:00 - 14:45, WebinarModerators:Martijn van de Veen - Chief Business Development Officer, ICEF
Brittany Goodman - Director, USA, ICEF
Vanessa Goulding - Business Development Manager, USA & Canada, ICEF
Josie Booth - EMEAA, Business Development Director, ICEF
Description: In this group meeting, host Martijn van de Veen, CBDO at ICEF welcomes all delegates, provides an overview of the event and highlights the synergies between online learning and international education.

Through a series of polls and other interactive elements, delegates will get a better understanding of the ISROP audience, where they are from and the types of organisations they represent.

Delegates are invited to choose one of 3 breakout rooms:

Room 1 (Brittany):
Defining the target groups for online programmes
A conversation about the types of students that are most suitable for online programmes: who are they, what are their profiles, which are their characteristics, how to reach them and where.

Room 2 (Vanessa):
The added value of online learning for international students
Exploring the synergies between online and international education: A conversation about how online courses, programmes, opportunities add value to study abroad experiences.

Room 3 (Josie):
Online programmes as a response to student caps and policy changes
A conversation about online programmes as alternative solution for international courses and degrees, entirely or partially, in a time of restricting policies, student caps and visa challenges..

Each room will have an expert moderator and all participants are invited to contribute to the conversation, through the ‘raise hand’ option.

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Please note that this welcome session takes place as a group meeting: we invite you all to join with your camera on (not compulsory). As we will be a large group, and in order to avoid background noises, we ask you to keep your microphone muted unless invited to speak by one of the moderators.

How study abroad agencies can drive enrolments for online programmes 15:00 - 15:45, WebinarModerator:Josephine (Jo) Phinith - Business Development Manager, ICEF
Panelists:Robert Wagubi - Group Executive Director / CEO, WR Education Placement Consultants
Paula Demsky - Director, Partnerships, Fusion Education GroupFusion Education Group - Fusion Academies
Description: Partnerships with international education agencies offer a powerful strategy for online education providers to expand their reach and increase enrollments, particularly in new markets and demographics.

With their deep understanding of local student markets and proven track record in matching students with suitable education programs that best match their potential and future goals, these agencies are uniquely positioned to drive significant enrolment growth for online learning providers.

In this webinar, we will explore the potential of agency partnerships for online education, discuss successful case studies, review commission models, and answer your questions about the role of agencies in promoting and selling online programs.

Virtual internships, digital tutoring, dual classroom: Discovering the broader scope of digital education 16:00 - 16:45, WebinarModerator:Martijn van de Veen - Chief Business Development Officer, ICEF
Panelists:Dan Zbijowski - Chief Marketing Officer, GoStudent
Michael Langhans - Director of Studies, inlingua Munich, inlingua
Pauldy Otermans - Principal and Chair, Otermans Institute
Description: In this webinar we will explore the rapidly expanding horizons of digital education, delving into three key areas that are adding significant value to the way we teach and learn online:
- Virtual Internships that allow remote and international students gain valuable work experience through remote internships, fostering global connections, skill development, and cultural exchange.
- Personalised learning opportunities through digital tutoring, offering flexible, tailored support and fostering academic success.
- Dual Classrooms as an innovative approach of combining in-person and virtual learning, enhancing inclusivity, flexibility, and engagement for both international and remote students.

We'll also discuss the role of AI-driven teaching assistants and how they help provide Interactive and engaging learning experiences. In short, lots to cover in this insights ful webinar which features experts in each of the key areas.

ICEF Student Recruitment for Online Programmes • Webinar Programme

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