GLOBAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS FORUM & WORKSHOP
From 14 - 17 May 2023
LONDON
LONDON
Why should you join BMI in London
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The Global International Schools Forum & Workshop will take place in London from Sunday, May 14th to Tuesday, May 16th. The event will immediately be followed by a chauffeured three-day program of visits to top universities in London and the Southeast of England from May 17th to May 19th. It will follow a similar format to other BMI International High Schools Forum & Workshops across the world and participation is limited to a maximum of 90 high school counsellors from across the world. |
The Global International Schools Forum & Workshop is free of charge and held over three days. On the first evening, there will be expert professional development sessions (see further details below). The following two days will be made up of further development seminars, a welcome cocktail reception and gala dinner, as well as private pre-scheduled meetings with Admission Directors & senior staff from up to 50 international universities and colleges from across the world.
The Global International Schools Forum & Workshop also allows you the unique opportunity to network with other high school counsellors from across the world, gain new insights on international education, enhance your knowledge when supporting students applying overseas and fascinating updates on undergraduate admissions.
During your one-on-one appointments with participating universities and colleges, you will receive updates on the latest application procedures and documentation required for students who plan to enter a university abroad, as well as ask any other questions you may have about the institutions, face-to-face.
The Global International Schools Forum & Workshop also allows you the unique opportunity to network with other high school counsellors from across the world, gain new insights on international education, enhance your knowledge when supporting students applying overseas and fascinating updates on undergraduate admissions.
During your one-on-one appointments with participating universities and colleges, you will receive updates on the latest application procedures and documentation required for students who plan to enter a university abroad, as well as ask any other questions you may have about the institutions, face-to-face.
Benefits for Participants
The event is by invite only and specifically for high school counsellors who will be sent an application form. All approved participants will have the following benefits:
This 2023 event will be limited to 90 counsellors from across the world, we, therefore, recommend you apply as soon as possible.
Please note that this event is by invite only. If you have not been invited to apply to participate and wish to be considered, please send us an email giving full contact details of yourself and your school as well as information on the curriculum and the number of students who study overseas per year.
- Free return air ticket to/from London via your closest international airport;
- Free Deluxe hotel accommodation in London from May 14th to May 17th;
- Welcome Cocktail Reception and Gala Dinner on the evening of Monday, May 15th;
- Buffet breakfast, Coffee breaks and Gourmet Lunch on Monday, May 15th and Tuesday, May 16th;
- Participation in expert personal development sessions and/or country seminars;
- Pre-scheduled individual meetings with international education institutions;
- Full-colour profile of your school in the Official Event Handbook given to all international universities;
- Three days of visits to universities in Southeast England on May 17th, 18th and 19th including meals on each day (for non-UK based counsellors) and free hotel accommodation;
- Official BMI & THE Participation Certificate.
This 2023 event will be limited to 90 counsellors from across the world, we, therefore, recommend you apply as soon as possible.
Please note that this event is by invite only. If you have not been invited to apply to participate and wish to be considered, please send us an email giving full contact details of yourself and your school as well as information on the curriculum and the number of students who study overseas per year.
Personal Development Sessions
These are an important part of the event and we have already started to work on the program. However, as you may have seen in the media, BMI has recently become part of Times Higher Education (THE). THE publish the most important university rankings in international education and celebrated 50 years in 2020.
THE will therefore be involved in producing and presenting some of the personal development seminars and all participants will receive a certificate of participation from both THE and BMI.
The expert personal development seminars will cover a range of important topics which will include but not limited to latest updates on undergraduate admissions criteria, application procedures, country seminars and other topics of interest in the university and college counselling community. Previous seminars in regional workshops have been presented by organizations such as UCAS, SAT and country organizations such as Education USA, Campus France, Education Ireland and various other government organizations.
THE will therefore be involved in producing and presenting some of the personal development seminars and all participants will receive a certificate of participation from both THE and BMI.
The expert personal development seminars will cover a range of important topics which will include but not limited to latest updates on undergraduate admissions criteria, application procedures, country seminars and other topics of interest in the university and college counselling community. Previous seminars in regional workshops have been presented by organizations such as UCAS, SAT and country organizations such as Education USA, Campus France, Education Ireland and various other government organizations.
Keynote Speaker
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The Keynote speaker for the event will be:
Kristoffer Toribio President of IACAC |
Accomodation
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Counsellors will receive free deluxe hotel accommodation on the nights of May 14th, 15th and 16th, at the Hilton London Wembley Hotel, which overlooks the iconic Wembley Stadium.
Check-in: May 14th 2023 Check out: May 17th 2023 Accommodation for the tour of UK Universities in Southeast England (on May 17th, 18th and 19th) will be provided at other locations in London and Southeast England. |
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Free Accommodation for Extra Days in London
Many of the approved counsellors have told us they are coming for the first time or have friends and would like to stay a few extra days in London. We have already provided the option to arrive early or stay later but hotels in London are amongst the most expensive in the world.
We have therefore arranged for all counsellors to have up to three days of additional free accommodation at the Stay Club before (nights of 11,12 and 13 May) or after the event (nights of 20th, 21st and 22th May). Stay Club is considered a five-star student accommodation providers and has won multiple awards. You may see a video of their facilities at: https://www.thestayclub.com/student-accommodation/kentish-town/
Accommodation at Stay Club is subject to the following conditions:
1) Air tickets are normally booked to arrive in London on May 14th and return on May 17th (or May 20th if participating in the UK Universities visit program). If the air fare is higher on the alternative dates you choose, you will be informed of any fare difference – if one exists. You can then choose to pay the difference or travel on the regular travel dates.
2) These additional days are not used to participate in work functions/receptions or visit education institutions – even if they are participating in the event. This is out of courtesy to the many institutions who have chosen to participate in the event and to your host, Stay Club / SCL International College.
3) Check in at Stay Club is strictly 3pm and checkout at 11am and breakfast is not included.
4) Rooms are studios – and not shared – and you may therefore have one additional guest.
5) Rooms are for up to 2 people and will be allocated on a first come first served basis until sold out.
If you are approved for the event, you will be able to select the additional days you wish to stay in London on the Travel Form that is sent to you with your approval.
We have therefore arranged for all counsellors to have up to three days of additional free accommodation at the Stay Club before (nights of 11,12 and 13 May) or after the event (nights of 20th, 21st and 22th May). Stay Club is considered a five-star student accommodation providers and has won multiple awards. You may see a video of their facilities at: https://www.thestayclub.com/student-accommodation/kentish-town/
Accommodation at Stay Club is subject to the following conditions:
1) Air tickets are normally booked to arrive in London on May 14th and return on May 17th (or May 20th if participating in the UK Universities visit program). If the air fare is higher on the alternative dates you choose, you will be informed of any fare difference – if one exists. You can then choose to pay the difference or travel on the regular travel dates.
2) These additional days are not used to participate in work functions/receptions or visit education institutions – even if they are participating in the event. This is out of courtesy to the many institutions who have chosen to participate in the event and to your host, Stay Club / SCL International College.
3) Check in at Stay Club is strictly 3pm and checkout at 11am and breakfast is not included.
4) Rooms are studios – and not shared – and you may therefore have one additional guest.
5) Rooms are for up to 2 people and will be allocated on a first come first served basis until sold out.
If you are approved for the event, you will be able to select the additional days you wish to stay in London on the Travel Form that is sent to you with your approval.
Counsellors Expenses
Counsellors are responsible for all expenses not included in the workshop program such as:
- Transfer to/from Airports in home city and to/from Hilton Wembley London hotel;
- Personal or additional expenses that are not part of the workshop program;
- Fees for changing flights or any fare difference from normal flight dates to/from London (if requested).
Venue
The event will be held at the Hilton London Wembley Hotel, which is directly in front of the Wembley Stadium.
Hilton London Wembley Hotel
Lakeside Way, Wembley Park, Wembley HA9 0BU London, England - UK |
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Agenda - Sunday, May 14
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ACTIVITY |
15:00 |
Arrival to the UK / Check in at the hotel |
17:15 - 18:00 |
Registration (Collect Badges & Event Handbook) for Counsellors |
18:15 - 19:50 |
Welcome and Evening Personal Development Seminar 1 & 2 |
20:00 - 22:00 |
Hosted Dinner |
Agenda - Monday, May 15
TIME |
ACTIVITY |
07:45 - 08:25 |
Registration (Collect Badges & Event Handbook) for Institutions |
08:30 - 09:10 |
Seminar 3 |
09:15 - 10:50 |
Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each) |
10:50 - 11:05 |
Refreshment Break |
11:05 - 12:40 |
Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each) |
12:40 - 13:50 |
Networking Lunch |
13:50 - 14:30 |
Seminar 4 |
14:35 - 16:10 |
Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each) |
16:10 - 16:25 |
Refreshment Break |
16:25 - 17:35 |
Private meetings (3 x 20 minutes each) |
19:00 - 22:00 |
Welcome Cocktail Reception and Gala Dinner |
Agenda - Tuesday, May 16
TIME |
ACTIVITY |
08:00 - 08:45 |
Seminar 5 |
08:55 - 09:40 |
Seminar 6 |
09:45 - 11:20 |
Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each) |
11:20 - 11:35 |
Refreshment Break |
11:35 - 13:10 |
Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each) |
13:10 - 14:25 |
Networking Lunch |
14:25 - 15:35 |
Private meetings (3 x 20 minutes each) |
15:35 - 15:50 |
Refreshment Break |
15:50 - 17:00 |
Private meetings (3 x 20 minutes each) |
19:30 - 21:30 |
Hosted counsellors only dinner |
Agenda - May 17 to May 19
TIME |
ACTIVITY |
From 09:00 to 17:00 |
Three days of Visits to universities in London and Southeast England* |
*These visits are only for counsellors from the outside of the UK. |
Agenda - Saturday, May 20
TIME |
ACTIVITY |
Check out at 12:00 |
Departure from the UK |
Global Partner
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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 |
Platinum Sponsor
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Huron University is completely unique to post-secondary institutions in Canada. With the aim to redefine Liberal Arts education, Huron is creating a university experience unlike any other that prioritizes ethical leadership and community engagement, as much as the pursuit of academic achievement.
Huron provides elite, yet accessible, education, because every student with the passion and work ethic to positively change our world deserves to access the knowledge to understand it and the skills to shape it. Huron’s mission is to develop Leaders with Heart from all backgrounds and foster a vibrant and inclusive community. The school is proud of more than 9,000 alumni who have gained significant recognition for contributing to virtually every aspect of society. |
Golden Sponsor
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SCL International College offers an all-inclusive educational experience in one of the world's greatest cities. We create learning opportunities that develop students’ language and cultural knowledge to advance their personal, academic and professional growth.
By providing both classroom space and accommodation under the same roof, we can accelerate language acquisition within a supportive and safe environment. staycampuslondon.com |
Academic Sponsor
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Unifrog is a whole-school careers and destinations platform used by 2,500+ schools across the globe. The platform brings together English-taught undergraduate programmes in the UK, Europe, Asia, Australasia and the Middle East as well as faculties in Canada, and every college in the US. It also allows students to compare apprenticeships, School Leaver Programmes, and Further Education courses in the UK, as well as MOOCs worldwide.
Once they've decided on a pathway, Unifrog makes it easy for students to record their activities and competencies and create and send applications.For teachers and counselors, Unifrog streamlines the entire progression process, allowing them to track and manage students' progress all in one place. The process of writing references and letters of recommendation is simplified with oversight of all students' application lists with a breakdown of requirements and a live status of where each application is at every step of the way. www.unifrog.org |
Coffee Break Sponsor
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Full Sail University in Orlando, FL has built a reputation as one of the premier art, music, and film schools in the world. Whether you’re passionate about music, live concerts, video games, art and design, animation, film making, web development or the business behind entertainment, an education at Full Sail University can help you begin your journey. Offering both campus and online degrees, Full Sail University is a school dedicated to helping creative students follow their dreams in the entertainment and media industry.
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Lanyard Sponsor
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Iowa State is an international, prestigious university with a friendly welcoming personality. Students choose from 100 majors, study with world-class scholars and hone their leadership skills in more than 900 student organizations. Iowa State offers a great environment where students can enjoy reaching their potential and discovering their passions. It's a culturally diverse student body with students from all 50 states and more than 110 countries.
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Irish Experience Extension Tour
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Education in Ireland is the Irish government agency responsible for the promotion of Irish Higher Education Institutions in overseas markets. Ireland offers a wealth of higher education options and life-enriching opportunities to international students at its higher education institutions. www.educationinireland.com
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Global Partner
Coffee Break Sponsor
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Platinum Sponsor
Lanyard Sponsor
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Golden Sponsor
Irish Experience Extension Tour
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Academic Sponsor
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Organisers
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