The Leading Event for Counsellor’s Career Development & Networking
Join us at the Colombia International Schools Forum & Workshop 2023, brought to you by Times Higher Education (THE)/BMI and held at the Grand Hyatt Bogotá.
This high-profile, free event offers you an exclusive opportunity to network with international education professionals from Colombia and around the world, as well as participate in important career development seminars. Spaces are limited to just 60 counsellors from across all of Colombia, and we expect them to fill up quickly. Apply now to secure your spot! Registration Deadline: July 15th, 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, New York or Sydney in May 2024. Participation in the Global event includes return airfare from your country, accommodation for 4 to 7 days, and most meals.
Why attend the Colombia International Schools Forum & Workshop
Simply put, there is no other international event in Colombia that offers so many benefits for its school counsellors.
We recognise the crucial work counsellors do in advising Colombia’s youth, 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 two days, you will:
The Colombia 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.
We recognise the crucial work counsellors do in advising Colombia’s youth, 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 two days, you will:
- Meet experienced representatives from International Universities who have flown into Bogotá specifically for this event, as well as fellow counsellors from across Colombia.
- Receive the latest updates on undergraduate admissions criteria and application procedures to International Universities.
- Participate in a series of world-class professional development sessions which will count towards you completing the Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP).
The Colombia 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 ExpertsTruly 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. Vertical Divider
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Supporting Colombia’s School Counsellors Professional DevelopmentDuring the event, you will also attend educational workshops which form part of THE CAP. Five workshops are held in Bogotá, giving you the latest information on international admissions processes and requirements in a valuable face-to-face learning environment.
The remaining modules 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 40 International Universities and Colleges from around the world, as well as with other school counsellors from across Colombia.
Benefits for International School Counsellors in Colombia
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:
The deadline to register for the event is July 15th 2023. However, as the event is limited to 60 counsellors from across Colombia, we expect the event to fill up quickly. Therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
- Free deluxe hotel accommodation at the Grand Hyatt Bogotá from September 27th to September 28th in Bogotá;
- Welcome cocktail reception and dinner on the evening of Wednesday September 27th;
- Buffet breakfast (if staying at the hotel), coffee breaks and Gourmet Lunch on Thursday September 28th 2023;
- 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 July 15th 2023. However, as the event is limited to 60 counsellors from across Colombia, we expect the event to fill up quickly. Therefore, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Wednesday, September 27th
TIME |
EVENT |
16:15 - 17:15 |
Registration - Pick up your Event Handbook and Badge |
17:25 - 18:25 |
Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP) Training provided by Common Purpose |
18:35 - 19:35 |
Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP) Training provided by Common Purpose |
19:00 - 19:30 |
Registration (Collect Badges & Event Handbook) for Institutions |
19:45 - 22:00 |
Opening cocktail reception & networking dinner |
Thursday, September 28th
TIME |
ACTIVITY |
7:15 - 7:50 |
School Counsellors Registration at Grand Hyatt Bogotá |
8:00 - 8:50 |
Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP) Training provided by Common Purpose |
9:00 - 10:35 |
Private meetings (4 meetings, 20 minutes each) |
10:35 - 10:50 |
Refreshment Break |
10:50 - 12:25 |
Private meetings (4 meetings, 20 minutes each) |
12:25 - 13:20 |
Networking Lunch |
13:20 - 14:05 |
Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP) Training provided by Common Purpose |
14:10 - 15:45 |
Private meetings (4 meetings, 20 minutes each) |
15:45 - 16:00 |
Refreshment Break |
16:00 - 17:10 |
Private meetings (3 meetings, 20 minutes each) |
17:15 - 18:15 |
Times Higher Education Counsellor Accreditation Program (THE CAP) Training provided by Common Purpose |
18:20 |
Workshop Attendance Certificates Awarded |
*This schedule is subject to change
Accommodation
All counsellors will receive free deluxe hotel accommodation on the night of Wednesday, September 27th 2023, at the the Grand Hyatt Bogotá.
Please note that there are a limited number of hotel rooms available and they are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. We therefore cannot guarantee rooms to counsellors applying after July 15th, 2023. Early registration is recommended and we will confirm your room accommodation within 48 hours. Please note if two counsellors are attending from the same school, they must share the free hotel room (in a room with two double beds).
Hotel Check-in: September 27th 2023
Hotel Check out: September 28th 2023
Please note that there are a limited number of hotel rooms available and they are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. We therefore cannot guarantee rooms to counsellors applying after July 15th, 2023. Early registration is recommended and we will confirm your room accommodation within 48 hours. Please note if two counsellors are attending from the same school, they must share the free hotel room (in a room with two double beds).
Hotel Check-in: September 27th 2023
Hotel Check out: September 28th 2023
Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner
The Welcome Reception and Dinner is an important aspect of the event and will take place on the evening of Wednesday 27th September 2023. This is the perfect opportunity to meet other counsellors from across Colombia as well as the participating international education institutions in a relaxed environment.
Counsellors' Expenses
The following items are not included:
1. Air ticket to Bogotá (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 programme.
1. Air ticket to Bogotá (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 programme.
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 |
Register your school to participate in the Colombia International Schools Forum & Workshop in Bogotá, September 2023
The workshop is limited to a maximum of 60 high school counsellors from across Colombia.
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