GULF INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
FORUM & WORKSHOP
8 & 9 OCTOBER 2023
DUBAI
DUBAI
About the Event and why attend
This is the seventh edition of the Gulf International Schools Forum and Workshop and it is once again being held in-person in Dubai in October 2023.
The event, which is free of charge is held over two days. The event starts on 8th October with professional development seminars and a networking session with other counsellors at Murdoch University Dubai followed by a welcome cocktail reception and dinner. On the second day, you will have the opportunity to have one to one meetings with the over 40 universities representatives and admission directors, as well as more training seminars, on 9th October 2023.
The Gulf International Schools Forum and Workshop is one of the most important events of the year and allows participants to gain new insights on international education. The seminar program is designed to provide school administrators, high school principals & counsellors essential information to help students navigate the pathway to popular global study destinations.
In addition, participants will be able to have one-to-one appointments with directors of admissions and representatives of higher education institutions from across the world which will provide updates on the latest application procedures and documentation required.
The event, which is free of charge is held over two days. The event starts on 8th October with professional development seminars and a networking session with other counsellors at Murdoch University Dubai followed by a welcome cocktail reception and dinner. On the second day, you will have the opportunity to have one to one meetings with the over 40 universities representatives and admission directors, as well as more training seminars, on 9th October 2023.
The Gulf International Schools Forum and Workshop is one of the most important events of the year and allows participants to gain new insights on international education. The seminar program is designed to provide school administrators, high school principals & counsellors essential information to help students navigate the pathway to popular global study destinations.
In addition, participants will be able to have one-to-one appointments with directors of admissions and representatives of higher education institutions from across the world which will provide updates on the latest application procedures and documentation required.
Benefits of participation
Participation is free of charge for each approved counsellor and includes the following benefits:
- Professional development and networking sessions at Murdoch University Dubai
- Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner on the evening of Sunday October 8th
- Free hotel accommodation on October 8th
- Breakfast, coffee breaks and networking lunch on October 9th
- Participation in further personal development and country seminars
- 15 pre-scheduled individual meetings with your choice of 40 international universities
Sunday, 8th October 2023
TIME |
ACTIVITY |
15:00 |
Check-in available at the hotel |
17:45 - 19:00 |
Professional Development Sessions 1 & 2 at Murdoch University Dubai |
19:45 - 22:15 |
Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner |
Monday, 9th October 2023
TIME |
ACTIVITY |
8:00 - 8:30 |
Schools Counsellors Registration |
8:30 - 9:00 |
Professional Development Session 3 |
9:00 - 10:35 |
Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each) |
10:35 - 10:50 |
Coffee Break |
10:50 - 12:00 |
Private meetings (3 x 20 minutes each) |
12:00 - 12:30 |
Professional Development Session 4 |
12:30 - 13:30 |
Networking Lunch |
13:30 - 15:05 |
Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each) |
15:05 - 15:20 |
Coffee Break |
15:20 - 16:55 |
Private meetings (4 x 20 minutes each) |
17:00 |
Workshop Ends |
Free 5-star accommodation
Counsellors may receive free hotel accommodation on the night of October 8th.
Please note, there are a limited number of hotel rooms available and are assigned on a first come, first served basis. Early registration is therefore recommended and we will confirm your room accommodation within 5 days. If a high school has two participants, one twin room will be assigned.
Check in: October 8th 2023 - From 15:00
Check out: October 9th 2023 - By 12:00
Please note, there are a limited number of hotel rooms available and are assigned on a first come, first served basis. Early registration is therefore recommended and we will confirm your room accommodation within 5 days. If a high school has two participants, one twin room will be assigned.
Check in: October 8th 2023 - From 15:00
Check out: October 9th 2023 - By 12:00
Welcome Cocktail Reception and Gala Dinner
The welcome cocktail reception and dinner takes place on the evening of 8th October is an important aspect of the Workshop and Forum.
The reception and dinner is the perfect opportunity to meet other counsellors from across the UAE & Gulf countries and the participating international education institutions in a relaxed environment.
The reception is preceded by the counsellors-only high school sessions.
The reception and dinner is the perfect opportunity to meet other counsellors from across the UAE & Gulf countries and the participating international education institutions in a relaxed environment.
The reception is preceded by the counsellors-only high school sessions.
Venue and Accommodation8th October 2023
Murdoch University Dubai Level 1, Block 18 Dubai Knowledge Park - Dubai 9th October 2023 Hotel to be confirmed Dubai Meetings will take place at the ballroom |
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Contact Information |
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Global Partner
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Cocktail Dinner Sponsor
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