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Analysis of international student enrolments in January 2024

The Chartered ABS presents our analysis of international student enrolments in January 2024. We strongly believe in the importance of international students to the health of the UK…

Creating international opportunities and enhancing all students’ sense of belonging to a global community

Most UK business schools identify themselves as ‘international’, contributing to their local and international communities in numerous ways. Recently, conversations on…

Translating our employability service

Dr Claudia Bordogna and Chris Harwood both work at NTU in Nottingham Business School as part of the Personalisation and Experiential Learning team. They recently travelled to the…

“I’m an international student… get me out of here!” Cultivating a positive learning experience through additional study support and inclusive curriculum design.

The number of international students (individuals who are globally mobile and cross borders specifically for education worldwide) is increasing. Particularly in the UK, the number…

Maintaining the balance between student mobility and sustainability

Internationalisation of the student experience – both for students originating from ‘home’ as well as those coming from ‘overseas’ – has been, and will continue to be,…

8 steps to improve teaching experience of international university students

Being a post-graduate lecturer at the University of Chester Business School, I come across a lot of international postgraduate students. Teaching international students fascinates…

Reflecting on international student mobility in a post-pandemic world

In the second of a series from our International Committee exploring issues around student mobility, Professor Agnes Nairn and Dr Craig Robinson consider how Covid-19 has affected…

The changing face of international student mobility

This post is the first in a series by members of the International Committee of Chartered ABS exploring the current debate around sustainability and international travel. We…

Eighth Directors of International Meeting

The future direction of international student flows Eighth Directors of International Meeting 14:00-15:30, 4 May, online This online meeting is…

‘Reinvention’ with international intent and a new learning model

At the start of this academic year, Teesside University Business School rebranded as Teesside University International Business School. There was no big announcement and no…

Virtual exchanges are challenging the traditional paradigms of student mobility

Long before Covid-19 necessitated universities to adapt their education models and go online, Virtual Exchange (VE) existed. Through the pandemic, familiarity with relevant…

Digital paths to internationalisation

Digital paths to internationalisation The Seventh Directors of International Meeting 12:00 - 13:00, Monday 12 July The Seventh Directors of…

Strengthening a footprint in Europe in the post-Brexit era

International partnerships are increasingly important for business schools. - they improve institutional performance, create opportunities, extend reach, and enhance the experience…

Internationalisation and inclusion in the age of COVID: You are our ‘VIP’

Undoubtedly, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed all of our lives in ways that none of us could have imagined. The impacts of the pandemic on the various aspects of our personal and…

Home Office issues updated guidance on Tier 4 visas for new and existing students

The Government has released new guidance surrounding the Visa regime for international students.

Internationalisation Post-COVID: what the new “International” might look like

Business schools will need to collaborate more closely to thrive in the "new international".

Chinese graduates: the employability disconnect

As more and more Chinese students study internationally, business schools must look at how they enable graduates to obtain jobs in China. A decade or two ago, foreign graduates…

The Double-Edged Sword of COVID-19 and the New World of Work in Academic Institutions

Is Covid-19 leading academic institutions into a new world of work? Will this global lockdown cause significant long-term disruptions to students’ learning and teaching and…

Adventures in Europe – practical advice on setting up a branch campus

Adventures in Europe - practical advice on setting up a branch campus 13:30-15:00 BST, Thursday 16 September The Eighth Directors of International…

Developing a business school international strategy

In business schools there are always new roles and responsibilities for staff, and one of the key areas is that of the internationalisation agenda. Whether staff are experienced or…

Consultation on a quality enhancement system for TNE – Chartered ABS and BAM responds

The Chartered ABS has responded to a consultation by Universities UK, GuildHE and the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education.

Consultation on a quality enhancement system for TNE: our response

The Chartered ABS has responded to a consultation by Universities UK, GuildHE and the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education on the possible scope and future form of a…

International expertise: The value of international business graduates to the UK

Newcastle University Business School share how their students have been adding value to local businesses.

International workshop: developing a business school international strategy

This workshop will examine how to keep your international strategy relevant in a changing and competitive market.

Chartered ABS and BAM recommend removing £30K salary threshold from future immigration system proposals

At least 1 in 3 business and management academics in the UK are of international origin, and it's important to have an immigration system that enables this flow of skills and…

Developing students’ intercultural competencies through ‘Internationalisation at Home’ pedagogic practices

Having a mixed cohort isn't enough to bring out the benefits of intercultural competencies in students. Developing these skills requires a direct and coordinated approach from…

How to create ‘happy’ international students

How can we make sure our degree programmes bring out the full potential of our international students?

Migration Advisory Committee call for evidence

Schools are encouraged to submit evidence to the latest MAC enquiry by 5 November

Transforming lives in developing countries: apply for Government funding

Schools with international development expertise are encouraged to apply for this competitive, Government-backed project.

Government announces return of two-year post-study visa

We welcome the Government's decision to reinstate a favourable visa regime that recognises the value of international students to the UK.

Fintech, Blockchain & Artificial Intelligence Training Trade Mission

Fintech, Blockchain & Artificial Intelligence Training Trade Mission 18-20 November 2019 Introducing British professional training providers in Fintech, Blockchain and AI to…

Help the calls for post-study work visas by providing case studies showing the value of international students to local businesses

The CBI are keen to support the calls for international students to be able to stay in the UK and work for a longer period after their study, which aligns with the Chartered ABS's…

December 2018 White Paper on Immigration – Our response

The Government's White Paper is encouraging, but doesn't go far enough.

ESCP Europe London wins Times Higher Education Business School of the Year Award

Chartered ABS member school ESCP Europe are honoured at the 2018 Times Higher awards.

APPG inquiry into international students: our response

We present the case for a competitive and accessible post-study visa regime for international students.

APPG International Students – Chartered ABS Response

We present the case for a competitive and accessible post-study visa regime for international students.

Call for nominations to the Chartered ABS International Committee

The Chartered Association of Business Schools is calling for new members to join our International Committee. The International Committee tackles the biggest current and emerging…

Interdisciplinary funding breakthrough for the York Management School: IKnowFood

Bob Doherty explains how the IKnowFood project takes an interdisciplinary multi-stakeholder approach to develop a unifying understanding of ‘food system resilience’ through the…

Brexit from the view of EU business school students

Students from the Netherlands recently visited Alliance Manchester Business School - what do they think about the UK's decision to leave the EU?

Chinese university seeking cooperation with UK university for new school

An opportunity for a UK university to collaborate with a Chinese university in some key areas: big data, computer science, statistics, mathematics, economics or management.

Highlights from our Annual Conference 2016

Over the two days at our Annual Conference, delegates engaged in discussions on the impact of Brexit on business schools, the technicalities of the TEF and much more.

Internationalisation strategies: The case for staff mobility and the strategic entrepreneur

Dr Alison Pearce on the rise of the strategic entrepreneur.

Opportunities for UK business schools in India

With India set to become the 7th largest economy in the world, Kevin McCole, UKIBC discusses the approach that UK business schools can take to engage further with India.

UK business schools and international student recruitment

The Government’s current student visa policy is having detrimental effects on universities and the economy. This report focuses on recruitment trends of international students…

International business students turned off by visa policy impacting UK universities

The Chartered ABS has today published a new report which reveals the impact the Government’s student visa policy is having on universities and the economy. The report focuses on…

Commercial opportunities through the UKTI

The education team at UKTI has identified a range of commercial opportunities internationally across a range of education sectors and are looking for UK organisations who may be…

The business of international marketing – using data and insights to improve student recruitment

With a backdrop of concern about immigration and Theresa May’s recent hard hitting party conference speech Jamie Laird, Head of Market Intelligence at Hobsons examines how…

The challenge to international recruitment continues

Marie Clark from Hobsons provides some insights into the latest government proposals for international students.

Alumni Strategic Development Event 2015

Showcasing Outstanding Business Engagement The Chartered Association of Business Schools are pleased to present Strategic Alumni Development Event, to be held at: Toulouse…

Professional Development

International Deans’ Programme

Professional development and support for Deans and Heads of Business Schools with up to three years' experience.

Events

PMAC Online 2024

18 Apr 24

Event venue: Online

PMAC ONLINE 2024 Supporting the development of professional services teams at all levels within UK business schools PMAC Online brings together professional services staff working…

Learning, Teaching & Student Experience 2024

14 May 24 - 15 May 24

Event venue: Birmingham

The UK's leading gathering of business and management educators.

Executive Education Symposium: Breaking into new markets

11 Jun 24

Event venue: Manchester

EXECUTIVE EDUCATION SYMPOSIUM Breaking into new executive education markets 11 June, Manchester This Executive Education Symposium explores how…

The CMBE – An Introduction

12 Jun 24

Event venue: Online

Introduction to the Certified Management and Business Educator scheme Eligibility - Application - Benefits - CPD commitment 14:00-15:00, 12 June,…

Interdisciplinary Research Symposium

26 Jun 24

Event venue: Bristol

INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM Wednesday 26 June, Bristol The Chartered ABS Interdisciplinary Research Symposium brings together Directors of…

Chartered ABS Annual Conference 2024

4 Nov 24 - 5 Nov 24

Event venue: London

THE YEARLY GATHERING OF DEANS AND LEADERS OF UK BUSINESS SCHOOLS  The Chartered ABS Annual Conference brings together over 350 business school Deans and senior leadership teams;…

Publications

Analysis of international student enrolments in January 2024

The Chartered ABS presents our analysis of international student enrolments in January 2024. We strongly believe in the importance of international students to the health of the UK…

Improved effectiveness and impact of an international microfinance programme

Institution: University of Portsmouth, Faculty of Business and Law Authors: Joe Cox, Joana Silva Afonso, Salem Chakhar, Liz Ford, Alessio Ishizaka, Wolfgang Luhan, Thang Nguyen and…

Consultation on a quality enhancement system for TNE: our response

The Chartered ABS has responded to a consultation by Universities UK, GuildHE and the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education on the possible scope and future form of a…

APPG inquiry into international students: our response

We present the case for a competitive and accessible post-study visa regime for international students.

UK business schools and international student recruitment

The Government’s current student visa policy is having detrimental effects on universities and the economy. This report focuses on recruitment trends of international students…