Grad School News
View from the Top: Prof. Michael Farthing, vice chancellor, University of Sussex
The University of Sussex had a very good 2008. One of the UK’s leading research universities, Sussex enjoyed an excellent end of year report, with significant performances in a number of rankings, including the Sunday Times University Guide, the UK’s National Student Survey, the Research... [more]
View from the Top: Sustainability at A.T. Kearney
In conversation with Christine Rivera, Principal in the sustainability practice at A.T. Kearney, Emma Simmons explores how A.T. Kearney is taking a lead in helping its clients face the challenge. [more]
Wanted: students for grad school scholarships
For any prospective student, the question of how to fund a masters or PhD degree abroad is an important one. Second to the choice of where and what to study, funding is the next most significant element in a student’s decision on future graduate study plans. With the financial turmoil of the last... [more]
Australia: Go down under for your graduate studies
Australian universities are among the most successful at attracting international students. It's not hard to see why: it's an eclectic and magical country offering internationally-recognized courses. In fact, they might be some of the reasons you make it your choice too, says Ann Graham. [more]
Top-ranking French business schools
Six of the top 10 Masters in Management programs come from French business schools, according to Financial Times rankings. Why is France so far out in front of the rest of the Eurozone, asks Ann Graham. [more]
Art and Design- Driving the technological renaissance
A plethora of different jobs can be found within the world of art and design, says JAMES DONALD. The only problem is, so many people are after them. [more]
Finance- The need for postgraduates is growing
As financial markets tighten, more and more students with postgraduate finance qualifications are needed. JAMES DONALD opens the door to Cass, one of the UK’s leading business schools. [more]
A shortage of scholars- Why undertake a PhD in business?
After dedicating five years of time, energy, frustration and passion to a PhD, where do doctoral graduates go? Many head into the corporate world, but American organization DocNet is encouraging them to stay in the world of academia. Ann Graham finds out what DocNet’s agenda is. [more]
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A passion for law- The dean developing IE Law School speaks
He holds an LLM and a PhD from Harvard. He’s been an adviser to the Spanish prime minister’s office and has been admitted to the New York Bar. Professor José M de Areilza, dean of one of the world’s most prestigious law schools talks to Ann Graham about social structures, complex problems and... [more]
Partnering up in Spain - Eduespaña puts students and institutions in touch
Thinking of studying, living or working in Spain? Chances are you’ve come across Eduespaña – if not, you soon will. Eduespaña is the organization dedicated to making student life as easy and enjoyable as possible. Ann Graham talks to Eduespaña’s deputy director Pedro Carreras. [more]
View From The Top: Alexis de Bretteville, CEO of Michael Page International
Michael Page is an international recruitment consultancy with 166 offices in 28 countries around the world. Alexis de Bretteville CEO of Michael Page International talks with Mark Cenedella, founder and CEO of job portal TheLadders™ about job listings, recruitment and today’s job market. [more]
View from the top: Dr Krishna AchutaRao, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Dr Krishna AchutaRao: Associate Professor Centre for Atmospheric Studies Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Dr Krishna AchutaRao is one of a new breed of Indian academics and researchers who, having lived and worked abroad for many years, are now bringing their international experiences back... [more]
Spread your wings- The benefits of going abroad to study
Whatever your reason for choosing to go to graduate school you will want to make sure you get everything you can out of the experience. James Donald finds some clear reasons for making your period of study one that takes in a destination and a country that is new to you. [more]
International advantage-Why is the LLM so popular?
Numbers of applicants for the Masters of Laws (LLM) continue to rise, year in, year out. So why is the degree proving so popular? Caryn Voland, Senior Associate Director of Admissions at Georgetown University Law Centre says: “An LLM is an additional attractive credential for your resumé. Depending... [more]
At the centre of the new world-Opportunities for STEM graduates
Changes in the international economy have switched the focus of graduate students more toward subjects like science, technology, engineering and mathematics. TIM ROGERS looks at why the STEM subjects are gaining in popularity. [more]
