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5 Programs that Inspire Innovation and Entrepreneurship Around the World
What if there was a global movement to inspire people everywhere to unleash their ideas and take the next step in their entrepreneurial journey? That question sparked the launch of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) five years ago. This week, as 138 countries celebrate, the Institute takes a look at what we have been doing to generate innovation and entrepreneurship around the globe
Developing International Relations Offices in Myanmar
In September, IIE announced that it is launching a new course designed to train Ministry officials and university representatives in Myanmar on how to create and manage an effective international education office. The new course, Connecting to the World: International Relations for Higher Education Institutions, will be an essential step to enable universities in Myanmar to connect with institutions in the United States and other countries so that they can build institutional capacity and prepare their students to meet current workforce needs and support rapid economic development.
Is Study Abroad Essential?
As we continue to live in an increasingly globalized world, cross-cultural competence has become an essential skill for succeeding in the global marketplace. Studying abroad is a great way for students to expand their horizons and can open up a world of personal and professional opportunities that will enable those who have the opportunity to study abroad to become effective global citizens. However, some believe that the merits gained from studying abroad aren’t worth the time or cost.
Women Leading Solutions to Global Problems: A View from CGI 2013 Annual Meeting
At CGI this year, Secretary Hillary Clinton endorsed IIE's new commitment – WeTech (Women Enhancing Technology). WeTech, led by Institute of International Education, was designed in conjunction with fantastic Lead Partners Google, Qualcomm Wireless Reach™, and Partners Citrix, Goldman Sachs, and Goldman Sachs Gives at the recommendation of Jane and Michael Chwick, Intel, Juniper Networks, and McKinsey & Company.
The Next Big Thing in International Education Is…
According to the London-based investment bank IBIS Capital, the global education market is now worth $4.4 trillion. And the latest numbers from OECD suggest that approximately 4.3 million students are now studying outside their home country. What does this mean for international education and how will it affect IIE's work?
Kicking off the HER Summer Leadership Train the Trainer Sessions
The HER scholarship recipients have been busy this past month with a summer full of English language and leadership development trainings. IIE was excited to get so much interest from local professionals to be trainers in the leadership development skill building sessions. In order to make sure that all the professionals were leading similar sessions and addressing all topics required, IIE held several “train the trainer” this past June at our Addis Ababa office.
Education Abroad: Moving Out of the Classroom and Into the Real World
More and more US students are seeking out short-term jobs, internships, and volunteer work overseas, and with good reason.Overseas employment and volunteering has big appeal. Working in another country gets students out of the classroom and into the community.
Find Your Passion, Find Your Impact
With more than 1850 women applying for 78 TechWomen spots, it’s clear we need to think how we can expand opportunities for women in technology around the world to meet, connect and inspire each other. That is a major priority for our Center for Women’s Leadership Initiatives in the coming year.