MBA International Management an der HfWU Nürtingen-Geislingen’s Post

🌍 How do we prepare students for the workplace? 🚀 At Schiller International University, we believe in preparing students for the global workforce through #experientiallearning and #realworldopportunities. Our unique approach combines hands-on experience, academic rigor, and international exposure to ensure our graduates are career-ready from day one. This commitment is further strengthened through strategic partnerships, such as our collaboration with United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and IBM SkillsBuild, offering students unparalleled access to global insights, practical skills, and exclusive networking opportunities. In a recent article published at Diario ABC, our CEO-President Marta Muñiz Ferrer shares how Schiller's forward-thinking methodology and strong industry connections help students thrive in today’s dynamic job market. 🔗 Read more about how Schiller is shaping the future of employability! https://lnkd.in/gWp8kaSS #ExperientialLearning #GlobalCareers #SchillerInternationalUniversity #UNITAR #IBM #Employability #CareerDevelopment

I had the pleasure of representing Swisscontact at the recent seminar, “Dual or Not Dual?”, organized by the Swiss Federal University for Vocational Education and Training EHB HEFP SUFFP SFUVET and the Swiss Forum for Skills Development and International Cooperation FoBBIZ. 🌍 The focus of the day was on discussing the most suitable approaches to supporting vocational education in international cooperation projects, based on the socio-economic and cultural contexts of partner countries. Key takeaways: 1. Adapting training systems to local needs. 2. Identifying specific requirements for impactful cooperation. 3. Recognizing that no one-size-fits-all approach exists. Thank you to all the organizers and participants for the insightful discussions. #Swisscontact #VocationalEducation #InternationalCooperation #SkillsDevelopment #GlobalLearning Swiss Federal University for Vocational Education and Training EHB HEFP SUFFP SFUVET Learn more: Studientag: «Dual oder nicht dual? Welches Modell ist bei internationalen Kooperationsprojekten zu bevorzugen?» | Eidgenössische Hochschule für Berufsbildung EHB”  

Want to help future leaders get their foot in the game?: Help kids get their first job and start addressing the issue from the bottom up. To all my colleagues in Recruitment and Hiring Managers: Unless you've been living under a rock, hiring 'diverse' talent' has been topic. Although it's high on the agenda I continue to read that these initiatives are failing at a significant rate. Have you ever asked yourself "what impact are we making?" In the end we are all fishing in the same pond. Educational background and previous professional experience is still as important as it was. One more professional or leader added in your company is one less at another. The math is pretty simple: zero impact. We do know something else though. When you were younger (and now) having a mentor, a teacher, an example or someone to look up to, can be of immense positive impact. Have you ever considered being that person and know what impact you have? Amsterdam: JINC Berlin: https://lnkd.in/ec6zRws7 Barcelona: Youth BCN Paris: 1 Jeune, 1 Mentor

Our latest blog comes from Dr Claudia M. Bordogna, Nottingham Business School, Nottingham Trent University, on supporting international postgraduate students with employability. Her research of 367 business school students revealed that while many bring significant work experience and high ambition, they face unique challenges. A striking 40% worry about future success, and many view employability solely through the lens of skills and employment. The blog highlights that “employability isn't just about skills—it's a lifelong journey of self-reflection and personal growth. Sometimes, our most important role is helping students recognize the potential they already possess.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/eJvMgMNm #highered #employability #StudentSuccess

I’d like to start the new academic year by extending a very warm welcome back to the whole IE Community, particularly our newcomers! We are incredibly proud of what our students and alumni achieve each year, and we’re filled with anticipation for the accomplishments that lie ahead. Each opening ceremony reminds me of our annual Alumni Weekend, where thousands of our alumni from around the globe return home to reconnect and reminisce about their very first day at IE. Just as their journey started with a blend of excitement and nervousness, each new academic year comes with uncertainty. Yet, three things remain certain: 1. Home away from home. Speak to the alumni who once walked these halls, and they will share tales of a deep-seated sense of belonging. Our community isn’t just a backdrop: it is a central character in your story. By being part of this community, you are now part of the values and aspirations that define IE. Cherish and contribute to it as it becomes a central part of your story and growth, both personally and professionally. 2. Agents of change: Our purpose at IE has always been to inspire and equip you to effect positive change. Start now. Each small step you take can spark a ripple effect of transformation and improvement. Be bold, be innovative, and let your passion be your guide. The world awaits the impact you will make and we are here with you on that journey, waiting to see how you will transform the future. 3. Leadership as a lifestyle: The IE community is about nurturing each other and giving back. We thrive in a connected ecosystem where supporting each other isn’t just an act of kindness—it’s the essence of our collective success and happiness. Leadership means lifting each other up and supporting each other. Embrace this role: be a guiding force among your peers and future colleagues. Let's step into this academic year with the promise to support, inspire, and contribute to one another's stories. Here's to a year of shared growth and new beginnings! Welcome home. Let’s make it a great year! Sara Lindgren, Zayne Imam, Mariana Luciano, Beatriz Garcia-Bernalt, Carlos Diez Rodriguez, Laura Strazzaboschi, Pamela Rolfe, Nashila V., Carlos Rojas Monserratte, Domitille Sandt, Georgia Harris, Elizabeth Stallard, Sophie Escobar

We will struggle to move beyond the rhetoric of cross-sector or even cross-function mobility in higher education until we successfully challenge historical criteria and narrow views of academic excellence. It starts with current PGR admissions practices and permeates through every level via promotions processes. The EDEPI Project is trying to change this from the point of entry into research, with the competency-based PGR admissions framework; valuing experience and expertise that comes from outside the academic context over academic track record, and challenging systemic inequalities. UfN Co(l)laboratory is a 50-strong doctoral programme already piloting ways to centre this kind of mobility in Nottingham: from phd projects co-created with civic partners to training doctoral graduates to be the civic leaders of the future. https://lnkd.in/e4W5vqRu

Great blog from Frances Burstow on the importance of embracing career mobility between academia and other sectors:

I need the email addresses and official contact details of the Head of Linkages and Placement Departments, particularly those responsible for international placements, especially regarding admissions to universities abroad. #InternationalAdmissions #UniversityPlacements #StudyAbroad #EducationConsultancy #HigherEducation #GlobalEducation #UniversityAdmissions #StudentPlacements #StudyOverseas #EducationLinkages

EL MUNDO is pleased to announce a new collaboration with QS Quacquarelli Symonds, a global leader in higher education analysis and insights, renowned for its QS World University Rankings. This partnership underscores our shared commitment to excellence and educational innovation. As part of this agreement, EL MUNDO will integrate a new criterion into its esteemed Ranking of 50 Careers, focusing on the internationalization of universities. QS will provide curated data on Spanish higher education institutions and business schools, drawn from their extensive Global Employer and Academic Surveys. These datasets will enrich our rankings, offering a valuable international perspective in evaluating the best universities by degree programs. The selection criteria will include factors such as reputation among national educators, university-provided data for degree programs, internationalization powered by QS, and other pertinent indicators. Vicente Ruiz, Deputy Director of EL MUNDO, noted the alignment of QS's wealth of data with our commitment to continuous improvement. We anticipate the growth and strengthening of this collaboration in the years ahead. Leigh Kamolins, Director of Analysis and Evaluation at QS, emphasized our organizations' shared commitment to excellence and the exciting synergies that lie ahead. At QS, we are driven by a mission to empower individuals worldwide to realize their full potential through education, international mobility, and professional development. We are proud to contribute to this endeavor by collaborating with EL MUNDO. This collaboration between EL MUNDO and QS Quacquarelli Symonds is a significant step forward in the realm of higher education analysis and insights. Their partnership highlights the value of such alliances in fostering innovation and ensuring that rankings reflect a comprehensive understanding of educational quality. For more insights, check the article link: https://bit.ly/44F01zl #Education #Collaboration #Excellence #Innovation

📑 Stifterverband has published a policy paper on the results of a survey of international STEM students studying at a German HEI on how to improve their integration into society and the labour market. Here are the main results: ➡ 370,000 international students, high retention rate - Germany is one of the most attractive host countries for students from abroad. ➡ In order to reduce the shortage of STEM specialists, this potential should be better utilised - especially as STEM disciplines are particularly popular among international students. ➡ The survey of 7,300 international students supplements official figures with the valuable perspective of international students: language barriers, bureaucratic and financial hurdles must be removed and social and professional networking promoted. ➡ Universities must expand their internationalisation strategy and address not only the recruitment, but also the social environment and retention of international students. ➡ In order to better integrate international students into the labour market, more efforts are needed not only from universities, but also from politics and society - towards more diversity and openness. 🔗 You can access the report (in German) here: https://lnkd.in/eZNdb9_n