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- The New Year Opens With a Bang - The Essential Australian International Education News
Welcome to 2024!
It's great to be back in your podcast feed for the year and we've got some cracking episodes coming up in the months ahead.
But as usual, every fortnight we'll be bringing you all the essential international education news.
Today, Rob Malicki (CEO, The Global Society) and Dirk Mulder (Founder/Editor, The Koala News) bring you up to speed on the most important developments in international education since Christmas.
There's news about some potential major changes to visas in Canada which may have downstream impact on Australia; a summary of current reviews, and a horizon scan of what 2024 might bring.
Oh! And if you're still reading, can you please help out Global Horizons by dropping a link to the show in your team's Slack/Teams chat?
We'd love to spread the word about the show so more of the industry can stay updated on all the latest news during their commute, cooking or cleaning time!
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Hi team,
I wanted to share this podcast with you. Global Horizons is Australia's international education podcast. It features interviews with leading professionals, as well as fortnightly episodes covering the most important international education news, co-hosted with Dirk Mulder, the editor of The Koala News. You can find the podcast here: https://www.globalsociety.com.au/podcast
23 min - Season 2 of Global Horizons
Here we go:
2024! Bring it on!
Each week on Global Horizons you'll either be meeting someone interesting from the industry to hear their stories and experiences, or getting all the latest international education news that you need to know.
Plus, in season 2 we have a few surprises in store!
Thanks for joining me on The Global Horizons Podcast.
3 min - An International Ed "Christmas Gift" From Government - Global Horizons
Just as campuses are going quiet and Australian international educators are turning their minds to the Christmas BBQ, what should drop but another review from the federal Government.
Not that it's a criticism. This year has seen a huge body of policy consultation and work done on international ed by the feds. It feels like our $30 billion industry is starting to get some of the attention it deserves.
This week's review is a massive one - the Government's response to the Migration Review. It's been described as a "once in a generation" piece of work.
Whilst international education is only one part of the review, there are some significant changes coming for our industry that will certainly have an impact on both students and institutions. So we're fortunate to have Dirk Mulder from Australia's international education news source, The Koala News, on the podcast to break down all the key outcomes and what you need to know.
This is the final episode of Global Horizons for the year. We'll be back in your podcast feed on February 1, 2024. Until then - have yourself a wonderful end to 2023 and a well-earned break.
38 min - Julian O'Shea on Record-Breaking Journeys and Impactful Education
This week's guest on Global Horizons is Julian O'Shea, a lecturer at Monash University and international education entrepreneur and innovator.
In fact, maybe that's selling Julian a little short.
He's also a multiple Guinness World Record holder, successful YouTuber, and engineer.
I know, one of those annoyingly brilliant polymaths, right? 😂
The fact is, Julian is one of the most interesting people in Australian international education. An innovator who's hunger to push the limits has led to some truly wonderful initiatives.
And, importantly for a podcast, he's a great storyteller too!
In this episode we talk about:
Julian's Guinness World Records achievements
His background and involvement in education, from engineering and sustainable transport to education with social impact.
Experience in managing international education programs:
- Designing programs that address both student needs and local community concerns.
- Challenges such as managing student expectations and cultural adaptation.
Julian's YouTube channel and crafting an engaging hook for capturing audience interest.
The impact of AI on content creation.
- The importance of unique and engaging digital content.
- The value of firsthand travel experiences for those in international education.
- Sustainability in international education and alternative travel methods.
- The enduring role of universities in credentialing and credibility.
- Potential shifts in international education focus, like rising attention to countries such as Indonesia for their cultural and educational value.
- The importance of partnerships with culturally rich but not necessarily economically powerful countries.
You can find Julian on LinkedIn and YouTube
41 min - Expert Insights - Claire Field, Dirk Mulder and Rob Malicki Discuss The Latest International Ed News
In this week's episode of Global Horizons we're joined by higher education podcaster and consultant, Claire Field, for a break down of the biggest stories in Australian international education.
Along with Dirk Mulder (Editor, The Koala News) and Rob Malicki (CEO, The Global Society) some of the topics covered include:
- Claire's analysis of the various reviews underway that impact Australian higher and international education
- Analysis of some of the recent discussion about placing caps on international students
- Research by Ly Tran et al on the underutilisation of international student graduates
This episode was a lot of fun for all of us and it was really interesting to discuss Claire's recent trip to Egypt and Jordan too. Good travel stories are, of course, an important part of what makes us international educators!
Find Claire's higher education podcast "What now? What next?" here: https://whatnowwhatnext.buzzsprout.com/
Claire's website: https://clairefield.com.au/
Connect with Claire on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-field-and-associates/
As always, get all the Australian international education news from The Koala News: www.thekoalanews.com
The podcast is sponsored by The Global Society, Australia's learning abroad support company.
30 min - Dr Jessica Gallagher on the Beauty in Saying "Yes" (But Sometimes Saying "No" Strategically)
Without putting too finer point on it, Jessica Gallagher is one of the superstars of Australian higher education. Following her on LinkedIn is like following a tornado of positive energy, meaningful projects, impact and change.
Jessica is the Deputy Vice Chancellor of External Engagement at the University of Adelaide. However, over the years, she’s had roles straddling international education, partnerships, entrepreneurship, engagement, learning abroad and more.
This is a fantastic conversation that we really enjoyed – there are some incredible travel stories, but also unique insights into where Australian higher education (and international education) are heading.
We talk about:
- Jessica’s pathway into international education via an unconventional international study experience in Germany
- Cultural integration and multiculturalism
- The rebound of international education post-Covid (and what that’s meant for universities)
- The recovery of learning abroad programs post-covid
- How AI is impacting higher education
- Strategies for managing a busy schedule, including prompt email responses and relationship building.
- How to say “no” strategically, but the value of saying “yes”
- How to make “integration” into a superpower
- Removing friction, streamlining processes, and finding solutions collectively.
- Maintaining a positive outlook, gratitude for opportunities, and embracing self-initiative and responsibility in roles.
Find and follow Jessica on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-gallagher-760a4b52
This podcast is sponsored by The Global Society, Australia's dedicated Learning Abroad support company.
Support Global Horizons by hitting subscribe in your podcast app.
Global Horizons is Australia’s international education podcast where each episode is focused on the stories that make our industry great.
Sometimes, those stories will be industry news and current affairs. Other times, we’ll dive into a guest's personal career and travel stories on the show.
We’ll also have episodes dedicated to unpacking industry trends or helping you to understand the nuances of one of international education’s many specialisations, whether that’s learning abroad, international marketing, ELICOS, compliance and more – our goal is to unpack the knowledge, the stories and the impact of this wonderful industry.
Learn more at www.globalsociety.com.au
44 min - What's On In International Ed?
Stay up to date with all the essential international education news from the past few weeks.
Dirk Mulder (editor of The Koala News) and Rob Malicki (CEO of The Global Society) discuss the biggest stories, and are also joined by special guest Elissa Newall from Edified for a deep dive into Edified's Enquiry Experience Tracker project. The EET is a "mystery shopper" style project that tests how over 100 universities across the globe are doing in terms of their response to international student enquiries.
Key Links from This Episode
Rob Malicki: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robmalicki/
Dirk Mulder: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dirkjmulder/
Elissa Newall: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elissanewall/
The Koala News: www.thekoalanews.com
Edified: www.edified.com
Edified Experience Tracker Report: https://www.edified.com.au/eet
Show Notes for This Episode
Topics covered:
Australian Minister Jason Clare's Visit to India:
- Australian Minister led a delegation to India.
- Coincided with the first meeting of the Australia India Education Skills Council.
- Deakin and Wollongong universities close to becoming the first foreign institutions in India.
- Approval of the Foreign Universities Act facilitates their entry.
- Deakin announced courses and tuition fees, impacting student recruitment and campus viability.
Education Strategy for India:
- Minister unveiled "Partnership for the Future Australia's Education Strategy for India."
- Three pillars: strengthening institutional partnerships, research collaboration, and people-to-people links.
Developments in Indonesia:
- Western Sydney University (WSU) plans to open a campus in Surabaya, Indonesia.
- Expecting a significant number of student enrollments.
- Other Australian universities, including Monash, expanding in Indonesia.
Conferences and Industry News:
- ICEF Berlin conference with agency accreditation program expansion.
- QS Higher Ed conference in Kuala Lumpur marked the return of in-person conferences.
- Navitas Partner Conference celebrated partnerships
- The sale of StudyLink to Flywire.
Pathways for Refugees:
- Australian National University (ANU) leads a consortium of universities.
- Goal: Create pathways for refugees to access higher education in Australia.
- Consortium designing education-focused resettlement pathways.
Project Overview:
- Mystery shopping project evaluating international student inquiry responses.
Evaluation Criteria:
- Criteria include inquiry channel accessibility, response times, communication quality, follow-up, and student sentiment.
Global Average Score:
- Institutions' inquiry responses averaged a score of 51 out of 100.
Performance Variations:
- Some institutions excelled with high scores, while others received lower ratings.
Exemplary Institution:
- Notable example of an institution in New Zealand scoring 81 out of 100.
Channel Diversity:
- Importance of engaging students through diverse communication channels, including social media.
Communication Quality:
- Emphasis on delivering clear, persuasive, and tailored responses.
Recommendations:
- Suggestions for improvement: enhancing social media communication, staff training, effective follow-up, and emphasising storytelling, personalisation, and context.
Project Objective:
- Aims to help institutions enhance engagement with international students and improve conversion rates.
Edified's Energiser Grants Initiative:
- A quick discussion of Edified's grants initiative supporting educational projects in various communities.
32 min - Kent Anderson on Cycling Across Countries and the Art of Tracking Down The Right Problems to Solve
Kent Anderson is the Deputy Vice Chancellor of Global Engagement and Partnerships at the University of Newcastle. But critically, he's a fantastic storyteller, and even though I've known him for over a decade, there were plenty of surprising stories in this conversation that I hadn't heard before.
More than anyone I know, Kent has the ability to cut to the heart of an issue or question, to reframe or refocus it if necessary, and to come up with logical, structured responses.
It's an irritating superpower... I've sat in many a meeting wishing I'd come up with the succinct analysis that Kent had just delivered.
This conversation was not only a lot of fun, but incredibly insightful into the way Governments and universities can develop effective policy, how to align stakeholders around a vision, and reasons to be optimistic for the future of international education.
Kent is honest, engaging and thoughtful - you're going to love this.
Find Kent on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/kent-anderson-045ba9122
This podcast is sponsored by The Global Society, Australia's dedicated Learning Abroad support company.
Support Global Horizons by hitting subscribe in your podcast app.
Global Horizons is Australia’s international education podcast where each episode is focused on the stories that make our industry great.
Sometimes, those stories will be industry news and current affairs. Other times, we’ll dive into a guest's personal career and travel stories on the show.
We’ll also have episodes dedicated to unpacking industry trends or helping you to understand the nuances of one of international education’s many specialisations, whether that’s learning abroad, international marketing, ELICOS, compliance and more – our goal is to unpack the knowledge, the stories and the impact of this wonderful industry.
Learn more at www.globalsociety.com.au
35 min - International Ed News - November 3rd 2023
International Education News - November 3rd 2023
Today I’m joined by Dirk Mulder, the editor of The Koala News, Australia’s dedicated international education news website for an analysis of the top stories touching our industry right now.
In this episode we talk about the interim report of Australian Government's latest review covering tourism and international education. This one is full of very interesting, and important, recommendations!
Also joining us in this episode is Dr Chris Ziguras. Chris is a Professor of Higher Education at the University of Melbourne's Centre for Higher Education, and is the co-author of recent articles and papers discussing the potential impacts of the proposed International Student Fee Levy.
Show Notes:
Chris Ziguras and Gwilym Croucher's discussion paper on the implications of a proposed International Student Fee Levy. https://melbourne-cshe.unimelb.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0011/4770515/CSHE-Occasional-Paper-Implications-of-an-International-Student-Fee-Levy.pdf
Chris Ziguras and Gwilym Croucher's article in The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/what-would-a-levy-on-international-student-fees-mean-for-australian-universities-215794
List of Recommendations for the Inquiry into Tourism and International Education: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Joint/Foreign_Affairs_Defence_and_Trade/Tourismandeducation/Interim_Report_-_Inquiry_into_Australias_International_Education_Sector/List_of_recommendations
You can hear the previous Global Horizons episode with Rebecca Hall here.
Support Global Horizons by hitting subscribe in your podcast app.
This podcast is sponsored by The Global Society, Australia's dedicated Learning Abroad support company.
The subscribe to The Koala News at https://thekoalanews.com/subscribe/
Global Horizons is Australia’s international education podcast where each episode is focused on the stories that make our industry great.
Sometimes, those stories will be industry news and current affairs. Other times, we’ll dive into a guest's personal career and travel stories on the show.
We’ll also have episodes dedicated to unpacking industry trends or helping you to understand the nuances of one of international education’s many specialisations, whether that’s learning abroad, international marketing, ELICOS, compliance and more – our goal is to unpack the knowledge, the stories and the impact of this wonderful industry.
Learn more at www.globalsociety.com.au
32 min - Rebecca Hall on Defining Success, Industry Transformation, and the Importance of Curiosity
Rebecca Hall is, you could say, a bit of an Australian international education legend.
For decades, she's driven policy and operational change across the sector, from higher education to vocational ed to all levels of Government.
I've known Rebecca for the best part of 15 years, and she taught me some of my favourite consulting techniques - techniques that are as robust today as they were back then! (Post-It Note planning, and decision matrices, anyone?)
What's always fascinated me about Rebecca is how she is seamlessly able to glide from one sector or organisation to another without skipping a beat. She's instantly able to capture the minutiae of policy detail, to talk the language, and to work confidently and reassuringly with key stakeholders. It's like magic.
But this conversation surprised even me - from how Rebecca ended up in international ed, through to her adventurous travels and career advice, there are just so many actionable nuggets of wisdom in this interview.
We talk about:
defining success
career transitions
entry points into international education
the importance of learning and curiosity
the role of government in industry transformation
the impact of technology, particularly AI, on recruitment
the need for mutual recognition of qualifications and more.
You can find Rebecca Hall on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccahall0/
41 min
About Global Horizons - The Australian International Education Podcast
From the publisher's feed
Global Horizons is Australia’s international education podcast.
Each episode is focused on the stories that make our industry just so great to work in.
Sometimes the stories will be industry news and current affairs. Other times, we’ll dive into a guest's personal career and travel stories on the show. We’ll also have episodes dedicated to unpacking industry trends or helping you to understand the nuances of one of international education’s many specialisations, like learning abroad, compliance, marketing and more. Our goal is to showcase the stories, knowledge and impact of our industry.