Winter European Innovation Academy 2013

Tallinn University of Technology is offering you a stimulating academic environment, a vibrant community of motivated students and distinguished faculty in its intensive winter program Winter Innovation Academy on 21-27 January 2013 in Tallinn, Estonia. Winter European Innovation Academy is a place for transforming your knowledge, ideas and skills into real innovation. Innovation Academy is suitable for engineering, science and business students as well as professionals who are intending to pursue a career in innovative management. Winter Innovation Academy 2013 brings together famous motivational guest speakers who are innovation experts from world-famous and successful companies Microsoft and Samsung.

It is a place for exciting workshops and attractive discussions with professionals, where you can experience the opportunity of a lifetime: collaborating with world-famous start-up experts, answering big questions and transforming your increasing knowledge in the field of innovation. Through its series of lectures, presentations and workshops, students will be able to develop knowledge about turning innovative ideas into successful ventures. Students and entrepreneurs are divided into different groups taking into consideration knowledge and experience in this area.

Microsoft, Apple, Google and Facebook were founded by college students. Could you be building the next star technology start-up? This course provides basic knowledge and skills to help you answer this question. 

Course Sessions

Winter Innovation Academy 2013 session is divided into three parts:

1. Innovation and Entrepreneurship (2 days)

• How changes in technology paradigms give rise to novel opportunities (Xbox Kinect, Youtube cases)?
• How to identify, analyze and exploit these opportunities (Netflix, iPod cases)?
• How to design innovative products, to create sustainable competitive edge (iPhone case)?
• How to transform loose topics on technologies, opportunities, customers, markets to unique strategic business plans (Hilton, iPad cases)?
• How to transform these plans into focused execution while avoiding common mistakes (Procter & Gamble, Android cases)?

2. Business Model Innovation (2 days)

• What is a business model?
• What features should a good business model possess?
• How aggressively can a given business model distress other industry participants?
• Can I design a successful business model?

3. Designing Social Applications as Software-Intensive Products (1 day)

The major models that we study in the course are goal, role and domain models for problem domain analysis and interaction, knowledge and behavior models for design.The course is illustrated by examples and exercises of designing social applications, such as the apps for societal parking, healthcare, and grocery shopping.

Registration & Scholarship Information

The deadline for registration is 1 December 2012. The special Early Bird Price (before 1 November 2012) is €390. The general price is €450. The optional Cultural Programme is €75.

The top five creative students who apply for scholarships by 1 NOVEMBER 2012 will be able to join the event for €100. 

Create a movie, picture compilation, infographic, etc. and show the judges your creativity by answering the following questions:

• Who are you?
• What does innovation mean for you?
• Why do you want to join the Academy?

Mr. Alar Kolk, president of European Innovation Academy, will be among the jury to rate your creations. Send your work to michiel@innovationacademy4u.com with the subject “Scholarship Contest” by 1 November 2012. 

READ MORE HERE or contact: info@innovationacademy.com

How to Write a Science Paper

Papers whether scientific or social are given by teachers, whose prerogative determines what you write. They determine the font sizes, formats, procedures and detailed steps to follow when you are writing the paper. It’s your duty and responsibility to follow your teacher’s instructions to get the most marks. 

However, not all teachers give the instructions on how they want their paper presented. You are free to use industry standards to write the science paper. Here are the standard guidelines required when it comes to writing science papers.

Use of headings

Science papers are structured and have sections with headings. The basic headings in science papers are the abstract, introduction, the method, results and discussion. Depending on what type of paper you are writing, try to divide it into different sections with unique headings as much as possible.

Concise statements

Overall, science is objective and so should its language be. Keep off poetic and flowing language in the science paper to get more marks. Science papers dwell on facts and it’s your responsibility to make them interesting by using interesting action words.

Use supporting details

When you write the science report, you need to explain what happened in the experiment directly. However, these alone cannot stand independently. Each time you are enthused to explain a cause and effect scenario in the paper, add details to support the claims.

Measure opinions and use them wisely

Science as mentioned is built on verifiable facts. As much as possible, keep your personal opinions to yourself in the paper, unless you have scientific backing for them. However, during instances where your personal experience is required to get the message right, it’s advisable for you to use scientific facts to explain them. Issue opinion when expressly asked to do so.

Keep off absolute statements

There is nothing absolute in science unless there is experimental proof to support it. As such, all claims must be supported by evidence. Bear this in mind.

Don’t use contractions

A contraction should not be used in scientific writing. This is because science is largely formal and official-more or less like business writing. In report type scenarios such as science papers, contractions must be avoided at all costs.

Avoid slang

Slang is common among the youth and on most occasions; they reflect this in their papers. Could blame this on the texting culture, but it’s totally unacceptable in science writing. Logically, this limits the paper’s effectiveness and sense. Avoid this as much as possible. You can start reading the newspaper on a daily basis to get back to good writing.

Proper tenses

Grammar is what glues a paper making it readable. When writing the science paper, you are better off using the right tenses to make the paper sensible and easy to read. Normally, the paper is more about what happened and you need to articulate this in the right perspective.

Active verbs

The passive voice is hard to read. It also elicits inaction at its best. To make the paper impactful and special, use active voice/verbs to drive your message across.

Avoid misuse of science terms

A recent survey revealed that many students are addicted to scientific jargon. They even love it and in the process, end up misusing scientific terms. Be careful to use the scientific terms correctly to avoid distorting the meaning of words. Also consider using the terms sparingly, but use them anyway.

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Master Scholarships for Developing Countries 2013-2014 in Belgium

Within the 2013-2014 programme for international courses and training programmes, CIUF grants 150 scholarships for participation into the courses and 70 for participation into the training programmes. The CUD (Cutting-Edge International Trainings and Courses for Development) Scholarships Program for the year 2013-2014 is available for applicants from developing countries. Courses include Masters in Public Health; European Microfinance Program; Masters in Development, Environment and Society; Master of Science and Supplementary Environmental Management in Developing Countries; Management Systems in Health Services; Methodology in Support of Innovation in Family Agriculture, etc.

Eligibility

• Only applicants originating in developing countries, qualify for selection. To be eligible, candidates must reside and work in their country at the time of the introduction of the file.
• Only the nationals of the following countries are authorized to postulate with the scholarships: South Africa, Algeria, Bangladesh, Benin, Bolivia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, China, Colombia, Ivory Coast, Cuba, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Guinea, Haïti, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Nicaragua, Niger, Uganda, Peru, Philippines, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, El Salvador, Senegal, Suriname, Tanzania, Palestinian territories, Vietnam, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
• At the beginning of the programme, candidates must be less than 40 years old for courses, and less than 45 years old for training programmes.
• Candidates must be holders of a degree that is comparable to a Belgian University graduate degree (“licence”). However, for certain programmes different rules of admissibility may be defined, and these are specified hereafter, where appropriate.
• Candidates must show professional experience of at least two years upon termination of their studies. Where candidates are holders of a postgraduate degree delivered by an university of an industrial country, they must show professional experience of at least three years upon termination of their studies.
• Candidates must have a good knowledge of written and spoken French; for programmes organised in another language, good knowledge, in writing and speaking, of this language, is required. Moreover, the candidate will be asked to commit himself to study French in order to be able to participate in daily life in Belgium.
• Candidates are not allowed to apply FOR MORE THAN ONE PROGRAMME.

Applicants must not first obtain admission to one of the French-speaking universities of Belgium in order to apply for grants from the CUD.

Application

• The application form (in PDF, in Word) can be downloaded from the program website (the link is provided below at the end of this post).
• It should be carefully completed and returned, ONLY by POST MAIL or EXPRESS MAIL, to CUD, that must be in their possession at the latest by February 13, 2013.
• No acknowledgment of receipt will be provided
• Only applications presented on the appropriate file, and in the language of the programme, will be submitted to the selection committee.
• All elements of the file must be transmitted simultaneously.
• The candidates selected and of reserve will receive an e-mail at the end of the selections (end of May 2013). The not selected candidates will receive an e-mail in the current of June 2013.
• No treatment will be given to files that do not respect one of the rules of selection clearly mentioned on the web site (certified diploma, age, professional experience,…).

Completed forms along with the required documents can be submitted only by post or express mail to:

The Secretariat of the Commission Universitaire pour le Développement
72-74, rue de Namur
B-1000 Bruxelles
Belgium

Telephone: + 32 2 289 65 60

The documents must arrive by February 13, 2013.

Please address all inquiries to Maryvonne Aubry at maryvonne.aubry@cud.be

READ MORE AND APPLY HERE

2013 John Smith Fellowship Programme

The John Smith Memorial Trust is now accepting applications for its 2013 Fellowship Programme. 

The Fellowship aims to strengthen and deepen awareness of good governance through a three week programme in the UK and placements that show the workings of organisations within a long established democracy. Selection is based on a combination of the leadership potential of the applicant and the quality of the action plan they propose. Action plans are pieces of work or policy problems which the Fellows want to explore while in the UK. The Programme targets outstanding young leaders in politics, local government or civil society with an established interest in promoting democratic reform. The "ideal" candidate will be aged 25-40, working in politics, local administration, business, the media, the arts or civil society.

The aim of the Fellowship Programme is not to be a short-term scholarship, but a life-changing experience which brings new perspectives, long-term friendships, and a lifetime commitment to good governance.

Applications for Fellowships are invited from the following countries only: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia and Ukraine.

How to Apply

The deadline for applications is 17.00 GMT 31st December 2012.

Applications must comprise of:

1) Application Form completed in English
2) Accompanied by an up to date CV
3) Accompanied by a colour digital passport sized photo

These three items to be emailed to applications@johnsmithtrust.org (at the John Smith Memorial Trust in London) no later than 17.00 GMT 31st December 2012.

All applicants should include their full name (first name followed by surname) followed by country in the subject heading of the email. 

Please note that good written and spoken English is essential. A minimum level of IELTS of 6.0 is normally needed for successful candidates. Candidates may be required to take an IELTS test at the final stage of the selection process. Not all finalists are required to sit a test. However, the interview panel reserves the right to require a test at their discretion. The costs of testing must be met by the candidate.  

Short listed candidates will be contacted in January 2013.

 

Programme Dates: the 2013 Programme will last for 3 weeks starting on Friday 7th June and finishing on Thursday 27th June 2013.

Read more and apply: http://www.johnsmithmemorialtrust.org/web/site/Programme/john-smith-programme-application.asp

Tips for the Essay Exam

The essay exam is one of the most structured and detailed exam questions you’ll ever discover. For most students, the essay exam can be stressful. This article looks at some of the tips you need to ace this exam. The tips come in three parts. 

Before the essay exam

Before the main exam, you need to practice and prepare. This is because; you will not have the time to do this in the exam. You need to start by anticipating questions that may come in the main exam. The best way to do this is by revisiting past papers. What angles were tested in the past papers? And considering you attended class, what did your instructor emphasize? Having answers to these questions is a great way to get started on the right path you will also find it really useful when you want ideas to use in a real exam scenario.

You also need to start practicing how to write. Doing a summary for every theory you study is great. Focusing your skills in defining clarity, understanding and consciousness in the theories also works. To add on this, in order for you to be confident come exam day, you need to intensify revision. You must memorize facts, events and times you can use to support arguments. Once you have these facts, meditate on the best way to organize them. Make comparisons, contrast theories and get different angles that can be used to answer questions. 

During the exam

Most students have the biggest challenge handling this phase. Some are tempted to furiously scan the exam questions and this is bad. Instead, do the following:

- Start by dumping memory-i.e. write all the points you memorized for the exam

- Read-study the questions and instructions that have been provided. Doing this opens up the memory and gives some ideas on where answers to some of the questions are.

- Form a thesis that completely answers the question. Since time is not on your side, just introduce, elaborate and show how you’ll prove it.

- Organize supporting details before tackling the body. This step is critical because it’s what the whole piece is dependent upon. Ensure you have the supporting details done coherently.

- Just start making a persuasive argument. Argument is relative. However, in the exam, you are required to have a clear point of view, adduce evidence and create logical ideas all through until it’s over. 

What you need to avoid

When considering the exam essay, there are a few things you must desist from. One of this is excuses. You need to avoid excuses when writing an exam essay at all costs. That you ran out of time or didn’t have time to study because you were sick are instances that shouldn’t arise. 

You should also avoid bluffing in the essay. Many students because of poor preparation merely bluff their ways through essays. Don’t be among these ones. Finally, you need to answer a question. Don’t follow the kitchen sink approach where you say all you know about a topic. Have a definite goal, facts to a thesis.

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Global Studies – A European Perspective

Global Studies – A European Perspective is an interdisciplinary, research-based Master’s course offered by a Consortium of five European universities, that are namely: University of Leipzig (Germany), London School of Economics and Political Science (UK), University of Roskilde (Denmark), University of Vienna (Austria) and University of Wroclaw (Poland) and seven Non-European universities: Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia), Dalhousie University (Canada), Fudan University (China), Jawaharlal Nehru University (India), Macquarie University (Australia), University of California at Santa Barbara (USA), University of Stellenbosch (South Africa).

The Master’s course combines approaches from Global History and International Studies. Cultural Studies, Area Studies, Social Sciences and other disciplines contribute to a wide ranging academic programme.

The course is modularised and integrated: it can be studied for one year at one of the European partner institutions, and for the second year at a different European university. Additionally there is the opportunity to spend one semester at one of our Non-European partner universities.

Application requirements

The Master’s Course ‘Global Studies’ aims at excellent students with a first degree in social sciences and humanities with an interest in issues of globalisation. The minimum application requirements are a BA degree or a recognised equivalent from an accredited institution, sufficient undergraduate training to do graduate work in the chosen field, excellent written and oral command of English.

Application files 

A filled in application form, two academic references, proof of an excellent BA in the social sciences or humanities, a statement of purpose, curriculum vita and language certificates.

Grants

The European Master ‘Global Studies – A European Perspective” is part of the EU’s co-operation and mobility programme in the field of higher education ERASMUS MUNDUS. Therefore the EU offers each year scholarships for highly qualified applicants of this Master’s course. These grants include besides the coverage for the complete tuition fees also a monthly living allowance.

Application deadline

The application deadline is December 1st of each year for applicants who want to qualify for the Erasmus Mundus scholarship and for the next cycle of the course, which starts in fall of the following year. Meeting the application deadline will be established by the date of arrival of the paper application.

This Master’s Course is part of the EU programme for academic exchange ERASMUS MUNDUS.It is co-ordinated by the University of Leipzig.

Read more and apply:  http://www.uni-leipzig.de/~gesi/joint-projects/emgs/application/ 

How to Arrange the Process of Self-Education?

Self-education is basically defined as an education that is required outside educational institutions independently. However, the definition has changed considerably. Self-education now means that students are using their own abilities to teach themselves.

Students apply their own knowledge and prepare themselves. Self-educated students have high level of problem solving skills and abilities. They are not dependent and appear more confidents. Schools and colleges are also seeking new ways to enhance this quality amongst students. 

The origin of self-education

Often teachers leave some ambiguous terms and ask the students to prepare themselves. The curiosity amongst students leads them to study more and look for other resources to understand the material.

The process of self-education itself can be challenging. The downside of self-education is that, especially at schools, students might learn some things which are not required or interpret wrongly. The process should include an activity that could harness the development of self-awareness. 

Advices for effective self-education

The process should also be able to support the educational activities, monitoring it continuously and analyzing it for further improvements. It is necessary to have the controlling ability. The process should not be open to outside influence, rather have the control over learning activities. 

The process also has to be able to adapt to different and sometimes unique ways and methods of teaching. The process should also have the capability to find the weaknesses of individuals. Only if the weaknesses and the deficiencies are found, the process of applying self-education will be successful. Lastly, the allocation and provision of important resources are necessary to harness the abilities and skills of an individual. People who use such a process are termed as autodidacts. 

How to develop the self-education?

The first thing required to develop such a process is to look for online and book resources. There are many websites that offer lectures of millions of subjects. Local libraries have many books on subjects and you only need to see which one makes you comfortable.

Self-education is no science, but it is definitely an art. The first thing that schools, parents and communities must understand is that informal learning is also a part of learning. Self-education programs must be organized in utmost systematic manners. It should be strategized properly and implemented with open minds. There should be utmost respect for informal or self-learning. There is no set structure or course guideline to study; however, they must be able to get the support required from important resources.

Communication for self-education

Another important thing about applying the process of self-education is that there should be centralized teaching hubs. Groups of students should meet up to discuss about various subjects. The flow of information and exchange of ideas could help develop new insights into learning. 

If an individual is focussing on their own idea, they might not be respecting the whole process of self-education itself. An individual must be open to new ideas. Thus, by being facilitated by such sources, an individual is more likely to have important information and a more clear idea of a concept.

Funds for self-education

The process of self-education includes the need of support in terms of funding. The funds could come from private institutions, parents, schools, etc. An individual needs ample time and resources to successfully manage the process of self-education.

Reading is an important part of applying self-education itself. There are many books, scholarly articles and practical examples of applying the process of self-education. There are many guides available online as well as in libraries which could help you get started from somewhere. 

Self-education process can become frustrating at parts. It becomes frustrating when an individual might not find some resource or feels stuck somewhere. However, wise individuals need to be persistent in the way of getting self-education. They go on to become high achievers. As individuals do not depend on anyone, they feel more empowered and know that the learning process is an on-going process. 

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How to Apply for a Grant and Get Awards and Funding for Your Project

You may have a project that you want to put out there but don’t have the means and funding for it. You may also like to join exhibitions and competitions to build your portfolio and expand your network. Fortunately, there are ways you can get the funding you need. There is probably a local competition or opportunity for you to gain awards. Several international organizations also offer grants and awards for outstanding projects and concepts. Here are some tips on how you can take advantage of a great opportunity.

Search Online

Find out what are offered by various organizations. Search online. If you can subscribe to newsletters and magazines related to your project or field of expertise, this will help you be up to date with any kind of opportunity. Social networking sites may also help. Join forums and expand your affiliations to easily be updated and informed of any open calls or grant applications. There are a lot of organizations willing to give funding to any deserving individual. Your researching skills will be put to good use here.

Be Eligible

It’s not enough that you apply and join every time. You have to “dress” to impress. While waiting for any opportunity, build your portfolio, gather more info, come up with more great ideas, and create more projects. If you want funding for your full-length film, for example, at least be able to provide samples like screenplays, scripts, or short films that can show your capacity, experience, and skill. Any individual has the chance to get grants and funding. Competitions are also a good way to build a name in an industry or land an awesome job. A travel blogger, writer or photographer can join competitions to be featured in a magazine.

Have a bank of ideas and concepts that you can later use when the opportunity comes. When organizations or groups look at your portfolio and application, they must be impressed and convinced that you are a great candidate for their grant or award.

The Bigger Picture

To increase your chances of being awarded a grant or provided funding, let your project or concept have a humanitarian cause or leaning towards community development and awareness. Try not to always lean towards self-motivation or to further your career. Yes, it’s all part of your personal goals, but the project can always be for the greater good of the community, public, and the organization, too. And, let's face it. Many organizations really prefer a good cause.

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Winter School On Federalism And Governance 2013

The Winter School on Federalism and Governance is a transnational project of the EURAC-Institute for Studies on Federalism and Regionalism, Bolzano/Bozen (Italy), the Faculty of Law and the School of Political Science and Sociology of the University of Innsbruck (Austria). Since its first edition 2010 it takes place under the auspices of the Secretary General of the Council of Europe.

The upcoming edition 2013 focuses on “Federalism and Fundamental Rights”. Federalism, regionalism, devolution, autonomy and other forms of territorial division of power are key tools for effective and democratic governance. They are often used to address fundamental rights issues, mostly in an effort to better promote and protect them, but also, in some instances, to limit them. The Winter School 2013 aims at better understanding such link from a multi-disciplinary academic and practical perspective, providing in-depth analysis and practical knowledge of the problems, the solutions and the instruments available in this field.

The first week of the Winter School (4-8 February 2013) takes place at the Faculty of Law and at the School of Political Science and Sociology, Leopold-Franzens-Universität Innsbruck, Austria. The second week (11-15 February 2013) takes place at the Institute for Studies on Federalism and Regionalism, European Academy Bolzano/Bozen (EURAC), Italy.

The application is open to young researchers and academics, post-graduate or undergraduate students, civil servants from a local, regional or national government as well as employees of international organizations or NGOs.

Among others, the following issues will be addressed during the training:

• To what extent is territorially differentiated protection of fundamental rights possible and even desirable?
• What fundamental rights are best suited to be developed differently in different parts of a state’s territory?
• What lessons can be learned from comparative practice?
• How can territorial settings improve the protection of fundamental rights? What do the international standards and practice have to say in this regard?

COSTS

The participation fee for the Winter School should be paid upon enrolment in November 2012:

• Option 1: € 700,00 – includes 13 nights-accommodation in a single room with breakfast.
• Option 2: € 550,00 – includes 13 nights-accommodation in a twin room with breakfast.

For participants from Innsbruck or Bolzano/Bozen (requiring only one week accommodation) the participation fee is reduced to 50%.

SCHOLARSHIPS
The organizers of the Winter School on Federalism and Governance will award a limited number of scholarships. The organizers distinguish between:

• “full scholarship” covering the accommodation costs plus breakfast for 13 nights in Innsbruck and Bolzano/Bozen (twin room) and a contribution towards the participants’ travel expenses (refund after the Winter School).
• “partial scholarship” covering only the accommodation costs in Innsbruck and Bolzano/Bozen (13 nights with breakfast, twin room).

To apply for the scholarship you have to fill in the application form (question about scholarship is included in the third part of the form).

Everyone can apply for scholarship, however, scholarships are limited. Preference will be given to students and to participants from overseas.

The scholarships will be awarded after all applications have been processed by  November 2012. Holders of these scholarships are requested to pay a participation fee of € 100 upon enrolment.

Benefits

A certificate of attendance will be awarded to participants attending at least 90% of all classes. Additionally, those who pass the final exam scheduled for the last day of the Winter School will be awarded 10 ECTS by the University of Innsbruck. These credits can be transferred to your home university if you are currently enrolled at another study programme. Please note that it is to the discretion of your home institution if and how many of these credits will be accredited to your university degree/CV. Further details regarding the final exam will be given with enrolment.

Participants will have the opportunity to submit a working paper after the Winter School (not compulsory!). The best papers will be considered for publication. Further details will be available during the Winter School.

Application

In the online application form you will be asked to submit your:
- personal data
- academic and professional education
- work experience (if applicable)
- motivation (max. 250 words)
- abstract (max. 500 words) on one of the topics listed below. We suggest to prepare the abstract before submitting your application form. Details regarding the abstract are explained below. Please note that without your abstract your application is not valid! 

The topics for the abstract are as follows:
A) “Migrant Integration”
B) ”Linguistic Rights”
C) ”Right to Freedom of Religion”
D) “Indigenous Peoples’ Rights

Application deadline: 26 October, 2012.

For further information please contact Greta Klotz by phone +3904710552392, email: winterschool@eurac.edu, or Skype: euracwinterschool

Read more and apply 

The Skills You Can Learn By Studying Abroad

Studying abroad is a common norm nowadays. Each year, the number of students going abroad to study keeps on increasing. The whole experience is important as it equips the learner with new skills and experiences that change their life completely. Though it may pose challenges initially due to a change of climate, culture and language, the ultimate benefits are worth it. 

There are a lot of skills which a student who goes abroad gains compared to the ones who pursue studies in their home country. Some of them are illustrated as follows. 

Independence
Packing your bags and immersing yourself into a new country, far away from home, means you become completely independent. You leave behind the residence you have lived in all your life, your family, classmates and all your pals. You start a new life completely. This gives you a feeling of independence as you build new bonds with new friends and classmates. All decisions you make are independent and in this way, you learn to be completely independent.

Dedication

The whole resolve of going and studying abroad means you are a motivated and dedicated person. It is not easy for any student or graduate to just decide to go and study abroad. It requires a high level of dedication which not everyone can achieve. In the new land, challenges abide and settling down is not easy. Surviving through these hard times, settling in a new culture, learning a new language and acclimatizing yourself to the environment and the food requires an incredible level or dedication.

Adaptability

Relocating and studying abroad means one has to adapt to the way of life in the new country. Many things seem different from what you are used to back home and you have to adapt to everything. Your character is built each time you have to make decisions on your own. Even if your guide is very good and caring, it is all up to you to find your way around in the new land and settle down completely.

Meticulous Planning

Leaving your country and settling down in a foreign land involves a lot of careful planning. During your stay, you have nobody but yourself to consult on everything you do. Being on your own and getting to do everything as per the requirements moulds you into a skilled planner and this serves you well in the job market.

Initiative

Moving abroad for studying purposes weighs down to the initiative of the learner. Each step on the way is more or less a personal decision and this shows a great distinction in your character. Failure to follow the crowd and wait for it to make decisions on your behalf shows you bear resume-worthy qualities which hiring managers are looking for.

Foreign Language Skills

Being in a new country means it's inevitable for you to learn the foreign language and this is an advantage in your resume. Studying in a foreign country is thus advantageous and thus equips the student with crucial skills. These life skills and professional skills are important in the life of a person. As a professional, they help one to deal and relate with other people in a coherent and professional way. One is also able to understand and appreciate different cultures and general diversity.

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