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UK: Study Events Management in central London

European Business School London

Are you a determined, enthusiastic and creative student who’s looking to make an impact in a dynamic and lucrative sector? Do you have excellent organisational skills and entrepreneurial flair? If so, you should consider a career in events management – starting with an undergraduate degree at the European Business School London.

Events management is a vibrant and fast-paced industry in which people-focused individuals can flourish. It’s hard work – but the rewards can be considerable…so how can you get in on the action.

Competition for events related positions is high; if you’re planning a career within the sector you’ll need proven, practical experience to show prospective employers.

The European Business School London’s 3.5 year BA (Hons) International Events Management degree can help you realise your career aspirations. Designed in consultation with the events industry, this course combines events management modules with foreign language study, work experience and a study period abroad.

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Posted February 16th, 2010 in , , , , | 6 Comments »

USA: The inlingua advantage

Arlington Virginia Skyline from Roosevelt Island

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inlingua has supported students with English and other language tuition for more than forty years. With over 345 inlingua schools in 44 countries, it is the largest association of independent language centers. Each school tailors its programs to meet local needs, but provides the same quality method of teaching, with standard techniques, materials and learning tools.

If you’re interested in studying English in the USA as part of your further education program, the inlingua English Center in Arlington, Virginia, can help. It teaches English as a second language to international students for academic, business or personal use, and can also help you to prepare for tests such as TOEFL, IELTS, GRE and GMAT.

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Posted February 14th, 2010 in , , | 3 Comments »

Japan: Study in English and broaden your world

kyoto :: Clarke Memorial Hall (1894) • Doshish...

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Are you interested in studying in Japan, but need or want to learn in English? Doshisha University is part of MEXT’s Global 30 program, and provides exciting and challenging programs to students from all over the world.

Global 30 is a group of 13 universities who promote the internationalization of higher education in Japan. As part of this development, Doshisha University will open a new global centre for research and teaching in April 2011, the Institute of International Education.

The institute will bring together different disciplines on international affairs through the study of Japanese society, culture, economics, business, law, politics, policy studies and international cooperation. Students can develop a global way of thinking and improve their international communication skills.

The Institute offers two BA degree courses entirely taught in English:

  • International Education degree for up to 50 international students, and
  • International Specialization degree for up to 150 Japanese students.

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Posted February 13th, 2010 in , , | 8 Comments »

Australia: Deakin student life revealed online

Deakin University student Sahil Balotra was selected to share his story of life as an international student on the Australia Network website.

The Student Postcards program is a great place to find out what it is really like to study in Australia, with video postcards revealing everything from study style, food and work to culture shock and friendships.

Sahil is studying biotechnology at Deakin University’s Geelong campus, just outside of Melbourne. Originally from Punjab in the north of India, he found it hard to adjust to the many differences at first.

“There are many cultural differences,” he says in his video postcard. “They enjoy so much freedom here – every child can follow their own dreams. They treat everyone as equal. The teachers treat the students like their friends.”

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Posted January 20th, 2010 in , | 1 Comment »

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