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ICEF PodcastLive from ICEF Berlin 2025: Current trends in international student recruitmentNews & developments:- Kazakhstan sets its sights on being a regional hub for international students- US: Study estimates that changes to international student policies could reduce GDP by up to US$481 billion per yearMain topic:Live from ICEF Berlin 2025: Current trends in international student recruitment Novi TajuddinCEOEducation MalaysiaShawn SilverstoneDirector of international marketing and recruitmentCoquitlam School DistrictPhilippe TazaCEOHigher Education MarketingAndrew MangionExecutive Chairman and CEO EC En...
2025-11-1852 min
ICEF PodcastBeyond the offer letter: The services that drive international student successNews & developments:- Mystery shopping study finds broad improvement in student enquiry handling this year- South Korea hits its 300,000 student target two years ahead of scheduleMain topic:Beyond the offer letter: The services that drive international student success Sarah ToddPrincipal ConsultantQSGordon ScottManaging DirectorSuccessful GraduateCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF
2025-10-1649 min
ICEF PodcastFrom 'policy focused' to 'student centred': A new era in international education?• Main topic: From 'policy focused' to 'student centred': A new era in international education? withCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF
2025-09-1943 min
ICEF PodcastFrom ‘Big Four’ to ‘Big Fourteen’: Redrawing the map of global student flows• News & developments - Search data highlights surge in student interest in Asian and Middle Eastern destinations at mid-year- Australia raises enrolment limits for 2025/26 but are they reachable?• Main topic: From ‘Big Four’ to ‘Big Fourteen’: Redrawing the map of global student flowswithKym NguyenVice President, Student RecruitmentQSAndrew NessSenior Vice-President, Analytics and Consulting, North AmericaStudyportalsCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF
2025-08-1942 min
ICEF PodcastBridging borders: Why cultural intelligence is essential now• News & developments - Dutch government walks back controversial measures to constrain English-taught degrees - New Zealand announces strong foreign enrolment growth along with a new international education strategy• Main topic: Bridging borders: Why cultural intelligence is essential now• Keys to the market: UzbekistanwithLeanne Linacre Co-FounderLead5050Sagar BahadurExecutive Director - India, South Asia & South East Asia AcumenSusan FangCo-founder & CEOOxBridge Consulting, Inc.Craig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn va...
2025-07-291h 00
ICEF PodcastTogether for transparency: Building global standards for ethical international student recruitmentEpisode Notes• News & developments - Irish ELT sector sounds note of “cautious stability” for 2024- US ELT numbers moving toward pre-pandemic norms• Main topic: Together for transparency: Building global standards for ethical international student recruitment• Keys to the market: EgyptwithGordon LunanVP, Commercial OperationsINTO University PartnershipsGhadah KhojahFounderCayenne Education, UKFlavio CrusoéCEOBEX - Brazilian ExchangeCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host...
2025-06-2343 min
ICEF PodcastStudy destination USA in times of political turmoil - live from NAFSA 2025• News & developments - Sector and students shocked as US State Department says it will “aggressively revoke visas for Chinese students”- Trump administration orders a pause on new student visa interviews• Main topic: Study destination USA in times of political turmoil - live from NAFSA 2025• Keys to the market: BangladeshwithVern Granger Director of Undergraduate Admissions University of ConnecticutDaryl BishPresidentEnglishUSAJill WelchCo-Founder and Senior ConsultantU.S. for Success CoalitionRachel FletcherManaging...
2025-06-0259 min
ICEF PodcastDomestic enrolment cliff: A global phenomenon?• News & developments - International student policy in the spotlight during Australian election - Ireland: Non-EU international students will be most affected by a new, increased threshold for available funds• Main topic: Domestic enrolment cliff: A global phenomenon?• Keys to the market: ThailandwithAngel AhmedFounder and CEOGNET-Global NetworkKirsten L. FeddersenVP of Partnerships, USAIDPCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF
2025-04-2555 min
ICEF PodcastHow are schools and agents adapting to rising visa rejection rates?• News & developments - Global survey highlights new phase of internationalisation: From a “market era” to a “managed era” - Report projects need for greater diversification in international student recruitment this year• Main topic: How are schools and agents adapting to rising visa rejection rates? • Keys to the market: East AfricawithMichal SestakManaging Director and Principal migration agentAustraliaOnlineShawn Silverstone Director, International Marketing and Recruitment Coquitlam School DistrictCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)
2025-03-2748 min
ICEF PodcastShifting horizons: Global trends in international secondary education• News & developments - The Netherlands: Debate around student recruitment and retention continues amid foreign enrolment decline - Student mobility in MENA boosted by foreign partnerships and branch campuses• Main topic: Shifting horizons: Global trends in international secondary education• Keys to the market: MexicowithElizabeth Drake Director of Partnerships, US Illume Student Advisory ServiceBethan HudsonExecutive Director Specialist ServicesThe BSA GroupCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF
2025-02-2649 min
ICEF PodcastA whole new world: International student recruitment in 2025• News & developments - Irish higher education booked another strong year of foreign enrolment growth in 2024 - Malaysia’s growing appeal as a study destination• Main topic: A whole new world: International student recruitment in 2025• Keys to the market: Sri LankawithRoger BrindleyPresident - North AmericaAcumen | Sannam S4 GroupSarah ToddVice President (Global)Griffith UniversityHarris RosenBarrister and SolicitorHarris Rosen Professional CorporationCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen...
2025-01-231h 00
ICEF PodcastHow new technologies impact international student employability• News & developments - Three international education trends for 2025: Revenue optimisation, marketing personalisation, and on-the-ground local intelligence• Main topic: How new technologies impact international student employability• Keys to the market: Japanwith Puneet Kohli Chief Executive OfficerCareerflow.aiSue AttewellHead of AIJiscCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF
2024-12-0949 min
ICEF PodcastLive from Berlin: Current trends in international student recruitment• News & developments - The human factor in international student recruitment• Main topic: Live from Berlin: Current trends in international student recruitment• Keys to the market: Germanywith Holly SandersChief Transformation OfficerWorld Education ServicesMatt HirdDirector of SalesMalvern InternationalBrett BlackerManaging Director, Australia and New ZealandDuolingoIlaria BossiHead Manager - International Marketing and RecruitmentUniversità Cattolica del Sacro CuoreKofi Agyeman-Duah Boachie-DanquahGlobal Sales Manager - International...
2024-11-1357 min
ICEF PodcastGetting past policy shock: How the sector is responding to new migration settings• News & developments - International education has a data problem. It’s time to do something about it - In a time of shifting student demand, a speedy response to enquiries is a must• Main topic: Getting past policy shock: How the sector is responding to new migration settings• Keys to the market: ChinaWithRachel MacSweenDirector of Partnerships and Stakeholder EngagementIDPMarie BraswellAssociate Vice President Global Strategy & Market DevelopmentCentennial CollegeAndy HowellsChief Marketing OfficerNCUKBobby...
2024-10-1040 min
ICEF PodcastThe future of ELT: A call to action• News & developments - Australia announces cap on student commencements for 2025 - What is the cost of policy intended to reduce international student flows?• Main topic: The future of ELT: A call to action• Keys to the market: ColombiaWithIan AirdCEOEnglish AustraliaJodie GrayChief ExecutiveEnglish UKCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF
2024-09-1255 min
ICEF PodcastIs Artificial Intelligence the biggest threat for digital agent recruitment platforms?• News & developments - Quarterly survey finds rents for student housing in Europe increasing ahead of new academic year - UK reports record foreign enrolment for 2022/23• Main topic: Is Artificial Intelligence the biggest threat for digital agent recruitment platforms?• Keys to the market: ChinaWithLouise Nicol Founder & CEOAsia Careers Group SDN BHDCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF
2024-08-2744 min
ICEF PodcastEurope's unique and diverse array of attractive study destinations• Useful links - The global student experience by Etio - European Commission - Study in Europe• News & developments - UK ELT providers report restricting enrolment because of bed shortages - Would a second Trump presidency make the US more or less attractive to foreign students?• Main topic: Europe's unique and diverse array of attractive study destinations• Keys to the market: BrazilWithJasper WitteveenProject Officer (Erasmus Mundus)European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)Nannette RipmeesterDirector - Performance Benchmark...
2024-07-2553 min
ICEF PodcastThe outlook for international education in the USA - live from NAFSA• News & developments - Agent survey finds growing interest in alternative destinations; many students “hedging” plans with multiple applications - UK confirms Graduate Route will remain in place; plans “crackdown” on student visas and “rogue agents”• Main topic: The outlook for international education in the USA - live from NAFSA• Keys to the market: MexicoWithJessica SandbergDean of International EnrollmentDuke Kunshan UniversityAmber McKenzieAssistant Dean of Global Education and Strategic PartnershipsCommunity Colleges of SpokaneMirka MartelHead of Research, Evaluat...
2024-06-1254 min
ICEF PodcastHow policy interventions are impacting student planning for study abroad [Recorded live at ICEF North America]• News & developments - Foreign exchange: What could a stronger pound and dollar mean for international students this year? - The art of the short: Viral video for international student recruitment• Main topic: How policy interventions are impacting student planning for study abroad• Keys to the market: the PhilippinesWithVictoria MartinChief Commercial and Compliance OfficerGUS CanadaRobin GarchaPartnerships Director, Solutions LeadIDP EducationCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDO
2024-05-0947 min
ICEF PodcastStart-ups in international education: disrupters or innovators?• News & developments - Canadian immigration minister releases official cap figures and targets for 2024 - Australia: Record-high foreign enrolment but tighter immigration settings now taking hold• Main topic: Start-ups in international education: disrupters or innovators?• Keys to the market: SwedenWithKasper BaarsCo-Founder / Co-directorThe DiscovLydia JonesCEO and founderHousematesCarla WyburnCEO and co-founderEnglish Coach AICraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEF
2024-04-1759 min
ICEF PodcastHow Fintech innovations are making international education more inclusive• News & developments: - Demand for study abroad in Australia, Canada, UK already affected by new international education policies - South Korea announces results of annual evaluation of universities and colleges’ international programmes• Main topic: How Fintech innovations are making international education more inclusive• Keys to the market: EgyptWithSuzanne TysonFounder and former CEOHigherEdPointsDino LeoHead of Education, EuropeConveraJesse DyerDirector of University RelationsMPower FinancingShelley ClaytonDirector of Financial AidUnivers...
2024-03-1359 min
ICEF PodcastMove over AI, here comes AGI: The impact of Artificial General Intelligence on international education• News & developments: What we’ve learned (so far) about Canada’s new student visa rules• Main topic: AI evolution: Artificial General Intelligence, and how it impacts international education• Keys to the market: Czech RepublicWithBart CaylorPresident and FounderCaylor Solutions and The Higher Ed MarketerJohn MoravecFounder and CEOEducation Futures LLCCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEFMain Sponsor • ICEF Digital
2024-02-0948 min
ICEF PodcastHow growth and sustainable development goals can co-exist in international education• News & developments: The 2023 international education trends that will extend into 2024• Main topic: How growth and sustainable development goals can co-exist in international education• Keys to the market: South KoreaWithSarah MinesFounding Member, Director of Sustainable GrowthAlethea Global CooperativeStephen RobinsonDirector and ProfessorChamplain College, Dublin CampusCraig Riggs Editor in Chief ICEFMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEFMain Sponsor • ICEF Finance
2024-01-1545 min
ICEF PodcastThe enduring appeal of study destination USA: trends, facts and figures• News & developments: The 2023 international education trends that will extend into 2024• Main topic: The enduring appeal of study destination USA: trends, facts and figures• Keys to the market: Punjab (India)WithMark KopenskiConsultant to the Vice President of EnrollmentRowan University, Glassboro NJMindi HertzogInternational Trade SpecialistU.S. Department of CommerceIan CannVP, AmericasICEFCraig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (host)CBDOICEFMain Spo...
2023-12-1554 min
ICEF PodcastHow podcasting can help engage with prospective international studentsICEF Podcast episode format1) News & Developments 2) Main Topic3) Keys to the market1) News & developments • A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF Monitor.How is Indian student mobility changing in 2023?Dutch election result and its impact on international education2) Main topic • "How podcasting can help engage with prospective international students"Main topic sponsor: ICEF Agency Status3) Keys to the market • PolandKeys to the Market sponsor: PERFECT – Study. Work. Travel. is an education agency based in Poland, with 2 offices: in Wroclaw and...
2023-11-2958 min
ICEF PodcastSpecial episode: Talk of the town - live from ICEF BerlinGuest speakers:Nicole CavanaughShamim GhaniCraig RiggsHost: Martijn van de Veen
2023-11-1033 min
ICEF PodcastHow the pandemic shaped international educationICEF Podcast episode format1) News & Developments 2) Main Topic3) Keys to the market1) News & developments • A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF Monitor.Australia: Parliamentary report recommends diversification and expanded regulation of agentsInternational enrolments in German higher education rise again for a new record2) Main topic • "How the pandemic shaped international education"Main topic sponsor: ICEF Finance 3) Keys to the market • Saudi ArabiaKeys to the Market sponsor: IGEC - International Group for Educational Consultancy- The largest educational consultancy firm in th...
2023-10-3038 min
ICEF PodcastThe increasing appeal of Asian destinations in international student recruitmentICEF Podcast episode format1) News & Developments 2) Main Topic3) Keys to the market1) News & developments • A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF Monitor.UK student housing crunch projected to worsen through 2026Five student research insights to keep in mind going into 20242) Main topic • "The increasing appeal of Asian destinations in international student recruitment"Main topic sponsor: ICEF Digital 3) Keys to the market • MexicoKeys to the Market sponsor: AMTE - The Mexican Association of Educational TourismSpeakers Sarah Todd...
2023-09-2749 min
ICEF PodcastBeyond future and career prospects: Understanding what tomorrow’s international students really wantICEF Podcast episode format1) News & Developments 2) Main Topic 3) Keys to the market 1) News & developments • A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF Monitor.EdTech investment cooling in 2023 but growth outlook remains strongDespite rising rejection rates, US student visa issuances now exceed pre-COVID levels2) Main topic • "Beyond future and career prospects: Understanding what tomorrow’s international students really want"Main topic sponsor: ICEF Academy 3) Keys to the market • NepalKeys to the Market sponsor: ECAN - Educational Consultancy Association of Nepal
2023-08-3055 min
ICEF PodcastBridging the skills gap: Preparing international students for their future careersICEF Podcast episode format1) News & developments 2) Main Topic - Keys to the market 1) News & developments • A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF MonitorMeasuring the massive vocational training opportunity in developing economiesAI tools help to smooth student housing search but supply crunch remains2) Main topic • "Bridging the skills gap: Preparing international students for their future careers"Main topic sponsor: ICEF Digital 3) Keys to the market • TunisiaKeys to the Market sponsor: Eduworld, premium student recruitment agency for global Educational opportunities.Speakers ...
2023-07-3155 min
ICEF PodcastTackling the sub-agent dilemma: Exploring the pros and cons of aggregated recruitmentAlso in this episode:A discussion of some noteworthy industry news and developments as published on ICEF MonitorUK to block dependants from accompanying international students as of January 2024After domestic tuition hikes, Chinese officials reportedly considering an increase in international student feesKeys to the Market: EcuadorMain topic sponsor: ICEF DigitalKeys to the Market sponsor: COICEC - “La Confederación de Organizaciones de Intercambio Cultural del Ecuador”SpeakersGautham KolluriFounder/Managing DirectorCIP STUDY ABROAD Chris PriceSenior VP Partnerships (UK & Europe) Adventus
2023-06-2651 min
ICEF PodcastQuality assurance in student recruitment from IndiaSpeakersKeith Monrose Executive DirectorSeneca College Sandeep SinghMarketing DirectorBrampton Immigration Consultancy Rahul PaitkaManaging DirectorCharms Education & Immigration Services Kayla BrielAssociate Director, Business & Innovation Global University Systems Craig RiggsEditor in ChiefICEF MonitorMartijn van de Veen (Moderator)Chief Business Development OfficerICEF
2023-05-2259 min
Investing in the American DreamEp.15_Bruna Canto and Immigration Attorney Tadeu Ferreira Discuss EB-5 U.S. Visa Option for Students and FamiliesFeatured guests, Bruna Canto Managing Director of Latin America for FPP, and U.S. Immigration Attorney Tadeu Ferreira who is Managing Partner at Leaf Law – are joined by hosts Martijn Van de Veen of ICEF (International Consultants for Education and Foreign Students) and Craig Riggs, as they discuss visa options in the U.S. for international students and their families after graduation.
2022-09-2916 min
Investing in the American Dream PodcastEp.15_Bruna Canto and Immigration Attorney Tadeu Ferreira Discuss EB-5 U.S. Visa Option for Students and FamiliesFeatured guests, Bruna Canto Managing Director of Latin America for FPP, and U.S. Immigration Attorney Tadeu Ferreira who is Managing Partner at Leaf Law – are joined by hosts Martijn Van de Veen of ICEF (International Consultants for Education and Foreign Students) and Craig Riggs, as they discuss visa options in the U.S. for international students and their families after graduation.
2022-09-2916 min
ICEF PodcastSpecial Episode • The unique position of Boarding Schools in International Student RecruitmentIn this special episode, brought to you in cooperation with TABS (The Association of Boarding Schools), host Martijn van de Veen, VP Business Development at ICEF discusses:1) Trends and developments related to international student recruitment for boarding schools with Craig Riggs, editor of ICEF Monitor2) The unique role of boarding schools in the international student recruitment industry and the role that agencies play, together with Caroline Nixon, International Director of the Boarding Schools' Association, Richard Stokes, CEO of the Australian Boarding Schools Association and Pete Upham, Executive Director of The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
2022-04-0544 min
ICEF PodcastJan '22 • International education - a greener future ahead?News, trends and developments With Craig Riggs, editor of ICEF MonitorAgent survey highlights important demand factors for study abroad in 2022US announces important changes for student visa policyNew Zealand launches new website for international studentsMain topic“International education - a greener future ahead?”Martijn van de Veen interviews Jonathan Dykes and CJ Tremblay about their views, insights, learnings and expectations for a greener future in the international education community. We discuss the main factors that contribute to the carbon footprint of international education and which initiatives are being rolled out to...
2022-01-2445 min
ICEF PodcastOctober 2021: The educator - agency relationship: room for improvement?In this episode, ICEF’s industry specialists Martijn van de Veen (ICEF’s VP of Business Development) and Craig Riggs (Editor, ICEF Monitor) discuss whether there is room for improvement in the educator - agency relationship.With this being the main topic this month, Oliver Fortescue, Partner at Edified, Student Acquisition and International Education Expert and Bobby Mehta, Chair of BUILA and Director at the University of Portsmouth, join the conversation and talk about some findings from their recent report calling for a new quality framework in the UK with an ambition to introduce a single code of e...
2021-10-2533 min
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In the latest episode of ICF’s continuing podcast series, Craig Riggs (editor of ICEF Monitor) and Martijn van de Veen (vice-president of business development) discuss some of the trends shaping student mobility this quarter, including some important developments in China and new student loan supports for international students. They are joined by Vincenzo Raimo, a global higher education specialist, who expands on some of his ongoing research on education agents and their increasingly important role in international recruitment.
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2021-09-2329 min
ICEF PodcastJuly 2021: Worst hit - quickest to recover? A discussion about the outlook for the global language travel sectorIn this episode, ICEF’s industry specialists Martijn van de Veen (ICEF’s VP of Business Development) and Craig Riggs (Editor, ICEF Monitor) discuss the outlook for the global language learning sector.With the global language travel sector as our main topic this month, Patrick Brothers, Co-CEO of HolonIQ joins the conversation and talks about new analysis projecting strong growth in global language learning with digital as a key driver in both online and offline tutoring.
2021-07-2834 min
ICEF PodcastJune 2021: What can student accommodation bookings tell us about the year ahead?In this episode, ICEF’s industry specialists Martijn van de Veen (ICEF’s VP of Business Development) and Craig Riggs (Editor, ICEF Monitor) discuss the recent developments and news in the international student sector: is the careful optimism justified?With student accommodation as our main topic this month, Nick Emms (Accommodation for Students) joins the conversation and talks about some surprising findings from their recent student housing survey “How students choose their accommodation”.This episode is sponsored by BaseCamp Student. Director Elizabeth Cox completes the episode with some highlights about the unique properties that this modern a...
2021-06-1633 min
ICEF PodcastMay 2021: Gradual return to student travelBorder reopenings, vaccination strategies, welcoming government policies; all are starting to emerge in recent weeks. In this episode, the first in ICEF Exchange’s 2nd series, ICEF’s industry specialists Craig Riggs (Editor of ICEF Monitor) and Martijn van de Veen (ICEF’s VP of Business Development) discuss the recent news and developments that allow for some cautious optimism for the global student mobility sector.Valuable insights are provided by our main guest Caitlin Phillips Rivera, Director, Partner Operations at Shorelight, explaining how they are enabling their international students to access a COVID-19 vaccine.This episod...
2021-05-1227 min