Brazil International Schools Forum & Workshop

About the Event and why attend

Join us at the Brazil International Schools Forum & Workshop 2024, brought to you by Times Higher Education (THE) and BMI which will take place at the Meliá Paulista Hotel in São Paulo.

This high-profile, free event offers you an exclusive opportunity to network with universities from across the word and counselling colleagues from across Brazil, as well as participate in important career development seminars.

Spaces are limited to just 50 counsellors, and we expect them to fill up quickly. Apply now to secure your spot!

Registration Deadline: November 24th, 2023

Please note: Only counsellors attending this in-person workshop will be considered for invitation for the Global International Schools Forum & Workshop 2024 which will most likely be held in London in May 2024. Participation in the Global event includes return airfare from your country, accommodation for 4 to 7 days and most meals.

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Why attend the Brazil International Schools Forum & Workshop

Simply put, there is no other international event in Brazil that offers so many benefits for its school counsellors.

We recognise the crucial work counsellors do in advising students across the region, and the need for you to continuously build upon your knowledge, skill set and global network. That’s why this event has been specifically designed to aid your understanding of international admissions practices and make the right kind of contacts around the world.

In just three days, you will:

Meet experienced representatives from International Universities who have flown into São Paulo specifically for this event, as well as fellow counsellors from across the region.
Receive the latest updates on undergraduate admissions criteria and application procedures to International Universities.
Participate in a series of world-class professional development sessions. In case, you are not already a THE CAP accredited counsellor, these sessions will also count towards you completing the Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP).

The Brazil International Schools Forum & Workshop is therefore a must-attend event for gathering new insights on international education, enhancing the way you support students applying overseas, and staying up-to-date on undergraduate admissions.

What to Expect at the Event

Making International Connections with Top Universities and Education Experts

Truly unique in its ability to connect you with influential leaders at higher education institutions from across the globe, the International Schools Forum & Workshop also helps you improve your day-to-day tasks when counselling students. By attending, you will learn the latest application standards and documentation required for students who plan to pursue an education overseas.

You will hold 15 pre-scheduled, private meetings with education experts who will help you become familiar with each institution’s academic quality, student support, living and learning environment, as well as practical information such as admissions procedures, deadlines, exams, financial requirements and so on.

All of which takes place within a comfortable, yet professional, atmosphere where you can forge relationships with a selected group of the world's most internationally-oriented higher education institutions.

Supporting Counsellors Professional Development

During the event, you will also attend professional development sessions which form part of THE CAP. Seven sessions are held in São Paulo, giving you the latest information on international admissions processes and requirements in a valuable face-to-face learning environment.

The remaining modules of THE CAP can be completed online at your convenience, and those cover topics such as building resilience in yourself and your students, best practising in counselling, the latest sector trends, and managing stakeholders.

Once you have completed all modules of THE CAP, you will be among an elite cohort of school counsellors who hold a globally recognised accreditation, bolstering your career profile and thereby enhancing the reputation of your school.

Throughout the event, you will have numerous opportunities to mingle and network with both Admissions Directors and Senior Staff from over 50 International Universities and Colleges from around the world, as well as with other school counsellors from across Brazil.

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Benefits for International School Counsellors

This event is only for high school counsellors who must apply to participate. If approved, participation is free of charge and includes the following benefits:

Free deluxe hotel accommodation for one night at Meliá Paulista Hotel from March 12th to March 13th in São Paulo;
Welcome cocktail reception and dinner on the evening of Tuesday March 12th;
Buffet breakfast (if staying at the hotel), coffee breaks and Gourmet Lunch on March 13th;
Participation in world-class personal development seminars which are part of THE CAP;
Pre-scheduled individual meetings with international institutions;
Full-colour profile of your school in the Official Event Handbook given to all international universities;
Participation Certificate from BMI & Times Higher Education (THE).

The deadline to register for the event is November 24th 2023. However, as the event is limited to 50 counsellors from across Brazil, we expect the event to fill up quickly. Therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Tuesday, 12th March 2024

TIME	ACTIVITY
16:30 - 17:30	Registration (Collect Badges & Event Handbook) for Counsellors
17:35 - 19:20	Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP) Training provided by Common Purpose
18:25 - 19:10	Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP) Training provided by Common Purpose
19:00 - 19:30	Registration (Collect Badges & Event Handbook) for Institutions
19:30 - 22:00	Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner

Wednesday, 13th March 2024

TIME	ACTIVITY
7:00 - 7:30	Counsellors & Institutions Registration
7:45 - 8:00	Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP) Training provided by Common Purpose
8:10 - 8:55	Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP) Training provided by Common Purpose
9:00 - 10:35	Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each)
10:35 - 10:50	Refreshment Break
10:50 - 12:25	Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each)
12:30 - 13:30	Networking Lunch
13:30 - 15:05	Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each)
15:05 - 15:20	Refreshment Break
15:20 - 16:30	Private meetings (3 x 20 minutes each)
16:35 - 17:15	Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP) Training provided by Common Purpose
17:20	Certificates Awarded

Accomodation

All counsellors will receive free deluxe hotel accommodation on the night of Tuesday March 12th 2024, at the Meliá Paulista Hotel.

Please note that there are a limited number of hotel rooms available and are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. We therefore cannot guarantee rooms to counsellors applying after November 24th, 2023. Early registration is therefore recommended and we will confirm your room accommodation within 48 hours. Please note if two counsellors are attending from the same school, they mush share the free hotel room (in a room with two double beds).

Check-in: March 12th 2024
Check out: March 13th 2024

Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner

The Welcome cocktail reception and dinner is an important aspect of the event and will take place on the evening of Tuesday 12th March 2024. This is the perfect opportunity to meet other counsellors from across Brazil as well as the participating international education institutions in a relaxed environment.

Counsellors' Expenses

1. Air ticket to São Paulo (if you are not from the city);
2. Transfer to/from Airport to the Hotel;
3. Personal or additional expenses that are not part of the workshop program;
4. Counsellors are also responsible for ensuring they have adequate travel and medical cover for the duration of their trip.

Venue

Meliá Paulista Hotel
Avenida Paulista, 2181 - Consolação
01311-300
São Paulo, SP

BMI will provide 1 night of free accommodation:

Check-in: March 12th 2024
Check out: March 13th 2024

Breakfast on March 12th and 13th is included for those who are staying at the hotel.

Global Partner

The event is sponsored by Guard Me, which is one of the world’s leading student insurance providers and who have been recognised as the best international insurance provider in the world by various international associations and companies. Guard Me will also be at the workshop to discuss the best plans and options for your students.

Guard.me is Travel Healthcare Insurance Solutions Inc.’s flagship line of comprehensive health insurance products. These products are designed for international students who are studying in Canada, Canadians studying and working abroad, as well as teachers and participants in the exchange, co-op programs and internship programs. The new GlobalGuard International program covers students and teachers from any country to any country. Since 1994, Guard.me have continually worked to exceed the expectations of its clients by offering superior service, comprehensive policy benefits, and fast efficient claims processing that continue to surpass industry standards. www.guard.me