What does it take to succeed in international admissions while staying grounded?

In this episode of EdTech & Pancakes, recorded at Corvinus University of Budapest, we speak with Viktória Kulman-Bundy, International Student Recruitment Executive, and Adriana Villalobos, International Admissions Executive.

Together, we explore their personal journeys, how their roles complement each other, and what it really takes to attract the right students — while staying collaborative and purpose-driven in an evolving higher education landscape.

They also reflect on the behind-the-scenes complexity of student recruitment and admissions, the importance of team dynamics, and how tools like DreamApply help simplify communication and streamline processes for both students and staff.

If you work in student recruitment, international admissions, or higher education marketing, this episode is for you.

Segments

00:00 Intro

00:30 Introduction to the podcast guests

02:06 From an international student to an international recruiter

03:38 What’s misunderstood about working in admissions

10:30 Why tools like DreamApply are essential for modern admissions teams

12:12 Why Hungary and Corvinus attract international students

15:03 How to boost efficiency and save time in admissions management

16:30 Prioritizing well-being as a productivity hack

18:27 Final tips for admissions and higher ed professionals

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