The value created by universities is generated partially by consumers (students) and the community who find creative ways to make use of the knowledge shared by the institutions. Since most rankings measure the quality of tertiary education by the amount of research produced by the academic community, universities should focus efforts in building value for students. Nowadays the cost of tertiary education is high, so to delivering value for money to students is a good strategy to attract the best talent to your institution. With the current growth and increasing competition in the higher education industry, leaders are under pressure to fulfil students’ expectations, run successful recruitment campaigns, and attract the best talent to the institution. The key is to build value for students; first knowing what your prospective students expect, which factors they take into consideration when choosing their next program and finally reading the market and finding the best suitable strategy to deliver what students need. At INOMICS we decided to help you gain insight into the ideas and expectations that a student has when choosing an institution for their master’s studies. We grouped the factors into 4 main categories: academic opportunities, employment expectations, university facilities and expectations related to the location of studies. Highlighting the benefits for students is key to adding value to your institution, and therefore to being competitive. We found productivity, an energetic academic community, higher scores in national exams and quality tests, and more motivation to research and produce knowledge to be among the most important value-factors for students. If you are interested in reading more about the expectations of prospective students, especially the factors taken into account when choosing a master’s program, download the whole report here. 1http://susanaborras.com/2011/11/20/universities-that-create-value-through-research/ 2http://www.academia.edu/858027/How_does_a_university_create_value
How does a University create value? Can it be priced, monetized or measured by the products delivered by the University? For whom does the University create value? Susana Borras suggests that the main way to produce value is research1. Moreover Robert Thornton mentions2 that a university can be run as a market institution, but ultimately the aim of tertiary education is the production and sharing of knowledge.
International Student Numbers Continue to Grow – But where do master’s applicants want to study?
According to the OECD report, the number of students enrolled in education outside their country of origin has increased significantly in the period of 1990 to 2011. Having more than doubled over 20 years, the number of international students increases annually at a rate of approximately 6% per annum, unslowed despite the recession and dour economic forecasts that many have become used to in recent years. With the numbers of international students increasing at a steady rate, universities are looking for strategies to convince candidates to choose their institution as the best option to develop their career. So far, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States between them receive more than 50% of all foreign students worldwide. However the long-term growth in students who are enrolling outside their country of origin opens the market to new players and new trends. Here at INOMICS we decided to look into where international students want to pursue their master’s studies and what reasons are important in choosing those locations. The first finding that stood out was that only 23% of current bachelor students starting plan to start a master’s program at the institution where they did their bachelor’s. This (minority) group of students expressed their discomfort with change: having to look for new accommodation, funding opportunities and getting used to new learning methods and a new culture seemed to trigger their decision to stay in an already known environment. Additionally, budget restrictions and time availability for studies due to work commitments, contributed to their choice. On the other hand, more than 70% of current students want to undertake a new challenge at a new institution or by going abroad. The reputation of the university, the quality of teaching and the desire for change were among reasons given by students to enroll elsewhere. Additionally, factors such as lower cost of graduate education, scholarship opportunities and job opportunities during and after studies have left countries like Germany in a strong position to attract international talent. In addition to the top destination countries noted by the OECD in 2014 and mentioned above, new players like Netherlands, Italy, Chile, Ireland and Japan stood out in the INOMICS report as being up there among the preferred destination countries. Reasons given for their attractiveness included a relatively familiar culture, society and climate for applicants. The Scandinavian region also ranks among the new top priorities thanks to the high quality and reputation of education, promising career opportunities and scholarship support. If you are interested in more details about the factors that influence students’ decisions about where to apply for master’s studies, we invite you to download our report here. 1Education at a Glance 2014: OECD Indicators 2Contribution of Michelle Obama to the discussion about study abroad education held at Stanford University’s Stanford Center at Peking University in Chin, CNN Staff, 2014
According to a recent OECD report on studying abroad, in 2012 more than 4.5 million students were enrolled in tertiary education outside their country of citizenship1. Pursuing higher-level education in a foreign country represents a superb opportunity for students not only to expand their knowledge in their discipline of interest but also to gain insight into other cultures, societies and languages. An international graduate has higher prospects in the labor market than a domestic student; moreover, as Michelle Obama mentioned in March 2014, companies have begun to realize the benefit that a study abroad experience can give to their employees: they are able to speak different languages, they have a sensitivity for people and they are more compassionate2.
Do visuals work? Or: How to make your announcements more attractive.
They say that a picture speaks a thousand words, and this is especially true for online ads. Making your announcement stand out is of great importance in the modern world of heavy information streams. There are several ways of “personalizing” your announcement, either by adding a catchy title or by adding a visual description. INOMICS offers different options for different announcement levels. Here is a short summary to help you choose: Logo. Simple yet powerful. On the one hand it is a powerful branding tool, but more importantly it will do the job of grabbing the attention of a potential applicant looking through a long list of search results. - Available in announcements from Standard level - Available in the email alert for announcements from Featured level Header image. First impressions count - and the header image is the first thing people see in the search results and at the very top of the announcement page. - Available in announcements from Featured level Announcement images. Adds a personalized note to the ad, especially when several are displayed together in a carousel. This can be your team or students, campus facilities or the building, your slogan or motto. A good selection of images communicates the spirit of the event, program or a potential new workplace. - One image is available for Standard announcements - Unlimited images are available for announcements from Featured level Of course, this doesn’t mean that a simple text advert cannot also be effective – using visuals just makes it easier and increases your chances of reaching the right candidates. Above you can see some examples of well presented personalized ads. Try it for yourself next time and see the difference! We are offering a free Promotion Boost for bookings made until 15th August 2015, which means you could get a free Header Image for all of your Standard announcements, or extra inclusions with a logo for your Featured Announcement in our email alert. Use this special offer to pre-book for campaigns later in 2015 and 2016, and benefit from this boost for future job openings (or programs, courses, scholarships, conferences and workshops offered by your institution). If you want to know more about ways to make your ad more visible and attractive, don’t hesitate to contact us. Your INOMICS Team will be happy to help you!
Have you advertised an announcement recently and wondered how to make it even more attractive for potential candidates? While a detailed description, clear application requirements and interesting offer form the core of an announcement, it is a clever use of visuals that will make your advertisement really stand out.
How To Apply For A PostDoc Grant or Fellowship
What is a postdoc fellowship or grant? A postdoctoral grant or fellowship provides funding for a research project directly to you. The funding will cover your own salary, your research expenses, and possibly salaries for other workers such as PhD students or student assistants to work on your project. The primary advantage of having your own funding is that you can go and work in a group of your choosing. Most departments are very happy to accept a postdoc researcher who brings their own funding, and the department can provide administrative support and working space for your project. A further advantage is that your funding can be transferred with you – if, for example, you have a 5-year grant and you decide to move to a different university after two years, you can generally take the remaining three years of funding to your new department. The ability to attract research funding is also important for hiring decisions at a senior level in academia. If you wish to eventually become a professor, then a strong track record of attracting funding is important. Winning a postdoctoral grant or fellowship is a positive demonstration of your ability to plan for and apply for external funding, and shows that you are capable of not only performing excellent research, but also securing the support of third-party organisations, which is very important to university departments. Setting up a project To begin applying for a fellowship or grant, you must first choose a project idea. Obviously the type of project which is appropriate for a fellowship application varies a lot between academic disciplines. However, there are some commonalities which can help to guide you. Firstly, it is often helpful for your project to be a natural extension of your PhD project. This way, you already have a great deal of knowledge about the topic, and you have already demonstrated the ability to plan and execute a project in this area. If you wish to pursue a project in a new area of research, you'll need to demonstrate to the funding body that you have the skills and knowledge necessary to undertake the research. In either case, remember to be realistic regarding how much you can achieve in the funding period. Most grants or fellowships are for a period of between two and five years of funding, so make sure that your project is achievable in the time available. Next, you need to find collaborators for your project. For the best chances at gaining a fellowship, you should be as ambitious as possible in this! You should identify the world-leading researchers or labs in the area of your project and approach them for collaborations. Most researchers are interested to hear about new ideas in their area, and will be supportive of a project if you can obtain your own funding. Don't just consider researchers working in your own country, but consider international researchers too. Even if you wish to stay within your current country, you can set up international collaborations which can provide valuable insight and knowledge, as well as looking impressive to funding bodies. Reach out to individuals or labs whose work you have been impressed by, give them a brief outline of your project idea and let them know which fellowships or grants you are planning to apply for, and ask if they would be interested in being part of the project. More senior or experienced researchers can offer advice on forming and executing the project, and also on the wording of your funding applications, so do ask for their guidance. Finding a fellowship or grant to apply for Once you've got an idea for your project and have started to consider potential collaborators, you should look for specific fellowships or grants to apply for. There are a wide variety of fellowships and grants available, with different specialities and interests. Foundations and other organisations which offer funding usually have a particular academic, political or social area with which they are especially concerned, and they look for projects which fit well with their interests. So you should consider the unique merits of your proposed research – for example, if it is an interdisciplinary project, you can look for funding from a body who promotes co-operation between academic disciplines. If your project has particular social relevance, or if you yourself are from a particular social group, you may be able to find a funding body which specialises in promoting research about or performed by that social group – for example, there is funding available to support researchers who are of a particular religion or nationality. The closer that your research interests fit to the interests of the funding body, the better your chances of a successful application. Remember that, as well as looking for international collaborators, you should consider applying to international funding bodies. Funding bodies based in foreign countries may offer funding if you wish to undertake part of your research within that country, even if you are of a different nationality. You can maximise your chances of a successful application by searching broadly and applying for funding from both local and international organisations. Applying for a fellowship or grant The first thing to know about applying for a fellowship or grant is that it will take quite some time to apply, and to hear back about whether your application was successful or not. It typically takes several months to develop a project idea and to write it up as an application, and it can take 6 months or more for funding bodies to make a decision. So you should be aware that you need to apply early, and you should have some kind of back-up plan or short-term work that you can rely on while working through the application process. A further important consideration is how many applications you should make. It is not unusual for researchers to write up the same project proposal and send it to a number of different funding bodies. On the one hand, the more applications you send out, the greater your chances of being successful. On the other, each application can be a large amount of work. Also note that some funding bodies require you to disclose whether you have applied with the same project to other funding sources. Once you have selected the foundations or organisations which you wish to apply to, you need to check their requirements carefully. Typically you will need to provide a project description, a letter of motivation, and your CV. Some organisations may request further documents, such as a proposed budget or a lay summary of the project which would be comprehensible to the public. Remember when you are writing these documents that they will be read by non-experts as well as experts, so refrain from using jargon or technical language and try to make your important ideas understandable even to those without expertise in your area. You will also need to provide letter(s) of recommendation from your supervisors or other senior figures in your field, so be sure to give your referees plenty of time to write up a letter and submit it to the funding body. If you have arranged collaborators already, it is advantageous to have them write a letter of recommendation for you too, stating that they have worked on the project ideas with you and would be willing to host you at their university if the funding application is successful. We wish you the best of luck with your postdoctoral career plans!
If you've completed your PhD and are looking for a postdoctoral position, career progression can be intimidating and stressful. To help guide you through this transition, we offer here a guide for finding and applying for postdoctoral funding. Although some departments advertise for postdoc positions involving researching, technical support or teaching which is needed by the group, if your research does not align exactly with the research priorities of a lab it may be hard to find an appropriate position. The best option for many researchers is to apply for a postdoc grant or fellowship.
In each of these cases, the understanding of a complex topic such as human behaviour is studied through consideration of a range of fields: psychology, anthropology, sociology, the hard sciences, law, and so on. Recently it has become more common for universities to offer undergraduate courses which have an explicitly interdisciplinary focus. But what does this mean for students? What are the advantages and disadvantages of such a method of study? Read on to find out. Variety One of the great advantages of interdisciplinary study is that it exposes you to a wide range of ideas, methods, and theorists. In order to grasp a complex topic like human behaviour, it is helpful to understand as many perspectives as possible, which is the greatest strength of interdisciplinary study. Undergraduate interdisciplinary degrees can be an excellent fit for students who have not yet decided which discipline would best fit their interests and skills, as they can gain a basic understanding of the workings of a number of disciplines. They also suit those independently-minded students who have an imaginative and creative streak, who can bring together knowledge from disparate sources and synthesize it into a persuasive narrative or model. Breadth versus depth Studying small parts of a large number of fields gives students an understanding which is exceptionally broad. A solid interdisciplinary education equips students with the tools to benefit from the knowledge and perspectives of many fields, and enables them to communicate effectively with academics from different specialities. However, this breadth comes at the expense of depth. That is, students do not gain deep specialist knowledge in any one particular field. If you are very keen to go into a specific field of research – in the hard sciences, for example – you may be better served by a single discipline degree, which will ensure that you have all the specific knowledge and skills required to perform research in that field. Some institutions may not be as open to interdisciplinary qualifications as they are to single-discipline qualifications, particularly if they require specific technical skills, such as the requirements for lab skills, mathematics or programming skills in scientific research. Learning and teaching styles The pace of learning can be fast in interdisciplinary degrees – teaching can move from one topic to the next rather quickly as there is so much material to be covered. So this teaching style suits those students who adapt to new information quickly, and who might feel bored or restricted by a very narrow teaching focus. On the other hand, students who need more time to fully grasp the basics before they are confident in expressing themselves or forming arguments, may find that interdisciplinary teaching is hard to keep up with. Assessment Assessment on interdisciplinary courses often takes the form of essay writing, requiring the ability to bring together knowledge and theories from more than one field to answer a complex question. This suits those students who are verbally fluent and confident in sharing their own ideas and thinking on their feet, who are able to communicate effectively and without jargon or overly technical language. The ability to write an essay which is comprehensible to people from a variety of educational backgrounds is extremely useful, both in academia and beyond, and will be well-trained by an interdisciplinary degree. However, remember that interdisciplinary education can also involve other forms of assessment such as exams, oral presentations or lab skills, so you must be prepared to adapt to the different requirements and norms of other fields, including the assessment methods. Overall, interdisciplinary degrees can be exceptionally enjoyable and challenging for the open-minded and intellectually flexible student. If you're interesting in pursuing an interdisciplinary degree, check the latest and most exciting opportunities for study at undergraduate level and beyond.
An interdisciplinary degree is one which covers more than one academic discipline; bringing together knowledge and working methods from multiple fields to give a broad perspective on a topic. Some common interdisciplinary topics include behavioural science, criminology, or mind and brain studies.
Tips to plan your marketing & recruitment activities for the 2015-2016 term
Immersed in a rapid-growth market, the competition in international recruitment demands more attention, and if you want to stand out from the crowd, it is important to reach good strategic decisions to attract and retain students. One of the aspects on which to base your strategy is the development of a unique value that your university can offer to students. Such value can be built only after understanding the preferences, needs and behavior of your “customers”, so acquiring a deep understanding of what prospective students want and are looking for is crucial. Understanding the needs, expectations and goals of a bachelor’s graduate is extremely useful during the planning of marketing and student recruitment campaigns; in the end the decision about where and what to study is in their hands. In thinking of ways to help you gain insight into students’ decision-making process, we asked students all over the world about their interest in enrolling for a master’s program. This is a summary of what we found out: 1. Students with previous degrees in the same field of your advertised Master’s program are more likely to enroll than students from other disciplines. According to our survey, 70% of students would prefer their graduate program to have the same focus as their bachelor’s degree. Only 30% of prospective students are willing to try other areas. 2. In the case of promotion of a multidisciplinary master’s degree you can focus your marketing message on better career opportunities, and the chance to learn more and follow personal interest on the subject. 3. The opportunity to take on a new challenge and access a higher salary range are motivators for students to pursue a master’s degree. The inclusion of graduate reports, testimonials and surveys that reflect the impact of master’s degrees in students’ lives is powerful marketing material for your recruitment season. In the same way, the inclusion of endorsements from potential employers can boost trust and reputation for your program. 4. Some students see their master’s degrees as a step forward into their PhD studies. This can be taken as key point for development of your marketing message and unique value of your degree. In such cases, target students with dreams of an academic career, and focus efforts on matching your curriculum with the entry requirements for top PhD programs. 5. In more than 40% of cases, students who cannot access graduate education point out financial difficulties as the main reason for their choices. To invest time in building up a system for tuition fee waivers could potentially increase the number of enrollments. Some budget allocated in the funding section can be returned in more enrollments and happier students. 6. Around 25% of students claim more interest in gaining work experience than progressing in their studies. For such cases the possibility of easy access to internships and employment partnerships with top companies while studying could increase the probability of your university to be chosen by students. These are only partial findings of our research. If you want to access the whole report about the influencing factors while choosing a master’s program from the students’ perspective, we invite you to download the report for free here. In the next month we will talk about the preferred countries to study abroad and reasons why students choose them. For bookings made between 10th June and 15th August 2015, we are offering a free Promotion Boost. You can also pre-book for campaigns later in 2015 and 2016, to benefit from this boost for future programs, courses, scholarships or conferences offered by your institution. If you have any questions about this article or if you want further information about the opportunities that your institution has with INOMICS, please contact us at info@inomics.com and we will be happy to assist you. 1 Sean Cavanagh - Education Week's Blog
Valuated at approximately $4.4 trillion in 20131, the education market is one of the largest markets of all and shows signs of continuing to. If some years ago pursuing a master’s degree was an extraordinary goal, nowadays many bachelor’s graduates consider a Master’s degree as a must, radically increasing the market size. Moreover, if we sum up the technological development of E-learning and the expansion of universities in the field of international cooperation and recruitment, the education sector looks very promising for continued fast growth, with at least 23% annual growth in the coming years according to the IBIS Capital investment bank.
Top Finance & Accounting Departments Worldwide 2015
There are different well-known universities around the world that offer excellent programs in finance and accounting. We have hand-selected the best and made an alphabetically list that will hopefully help you to take the best step in your career. The list below was made taking into account QS Rankings, and the ranking of Financial Times about Master’s in Finance experience. Department of Finance, Bocconi UniversityMilan, Italy Edhec Business SchoolRoubaix, France Esade Business SchoolBarcelona, Spain Harvard Business School, Harvard UniversityCambridge, United States Department of Finance, HEC ParisParis, France Department of Finance, London Business SchoolLondon, United Kingdom Department of Finance, London School of EconomicsLondon, United Kingdom MIT Sloan School of Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology MITCambridge, United States Department of Banking and Finance, Monash UniversityMelbourne, Australia NUS Business School, National University of SingaporeSingapore, Singapore Guanghua School of Management, Peking UniversityBeijing, China Faculty of Finance, Seoul National UniversitySeoul, South Korea Stanford Graduate School of Business, Stanford UniversityStanford, United States School of Economics and Finance, University of Hong KongHong Kong, Hong Kong School of Banking and Finance, University of New South WalesSydney, Australia Department of Finance, University of SydneySydney, Australia Graduate School of Economics, University of TokyoTokyo, Japan Cambridge Judge Business School, University of CambridgeCambridge, United Kingdom Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics, Oxford UniversityOxford, United Kingdom School of Finance, University of St. GallenSt. Gallen, Switzerland Check also our other lists of the best departments all around the world!
The study of financial processes and markets open possibility to an excellent career in a variety of industries and positions. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, finance is without doubts the perfect decision for you. Finance managers enjoy one of the highest salaries in the job market apart from having the privilege of counting on scholarship opportunities and further career opportunities upon graduation.
Why to apply for a scholarship In order to cover the costs of study, students in Germany commonly work part-time jobs, such as working as an assistant at the university. However, this is not always an option for international students, as they may not be eligible for to work in the EU and it can be difficult to find work which allows sufficient flexibility to study. For this reason, scholarships can be the best option for financing study in Germany. Scholarships are awards of money to pay for students’ tuition fees and living costs while they are studying, given out by foundations and organizations. Germany has both large organizations and thousands of small foundations which offer scholarships, but most students never apply for them – 80% of students have never applied for a scholarship. Although scholarships can be competitive, around 1 in 3 applicants are successful in securing the funding for which they have applied. So your chances are good, and it is certainly worth investing some time into research your options for financial support. A strong academic record is important for securing funding, so it helps to have good grades from your previous study. Your commitment to your subject and to social factors is also very relevant, as demonstrated through your application letter. Further, many foundations support specific social groups or academic interests, so it’s worth searching for a foundation which targets your academic discipline or personal situation. There are a huge range of scholarships which can be applied for to finance study in Germany, and next we will look at some of the options available from various organisations and foundations. DAAD The largest source of scholarships in Germany is the DAAD, or German Academic Exchange Service; a government-funded organization which promotes the exchange of academics internationally. They primarily fund international students who wish to study in Germany, as well as German students who wish to study abroad. Scholarships are awarded primarily to masters students and doctoral candidates, though they do also allow applications from bachelors students who are nearing completion of their degree. Requirements: You can apply for a DAAD scholarship for study in any academic discipline. Applicants are generally expected to have sufficient knowledge of German to complete a course of study, however, the applications may be submitted in English or German. Students who wish to take part in distance learning or online learning are not eligible. If you wish to pursue independent research, for example for a PhD, you need to already have selected a supervisor in Germany, and had they agree to supervise you. You will need to submit a letter of invitation from the supervisor as part of the application process. If you wish to apply for a structured program, you need only provide details of the program. Most structured programs will encourage you to secure funding before you apply to them, so it’s good to plan ahead and start applying for scholarships early. Funding: The money available per month is typically €650 for students, €750 for postgrads and around €1000 for doctoral candidates and postdocs. Application: On the DAAD website you can find their scholarship database, which lists all available scholarships. You can search through the database by subject, your country of origin, the level at which you wish to study, and by keyword. Each scholarship has its own eligibility criteria and further details listed. In order to apply, you’ll need to use the online portal to upload personal details, a CV, and two important documents: a description of your study plans and a letter of motivation. Other governmental funding The Erasmus scheme (European Community Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students) is a cross-EU program which includes provisions for support for students to study abroad across Europe. They offer funding for students from within the EU to travel to another country in Europe for 3 to 12 months, making it suitable for students already enrolled within a program who wish to come to Germany for one or two semesters of study. The Erasmus scheme also includes a program for masters students: the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees. This program allows scholarship holders to study at a variety of institutions across Europe for one to two years, adding up total credits for the awarding of a masters upon completion. More information about both study abroad programs and the masters program, as well as details about applying, can be found on the Erasmus website. The EU offers support for PhD students who wish to move to Europe or within Europe in the form of Marie Skłodowska-Curie actions scholarships, however, these are applied for by the host. So if you have a supervisor chosen and they are willing to support you through an application, they may apply for funding under the Innovative Training Networks or the Research and Innovation Staff Exchange programs. But these applications can be cumbersome and demanding, so you may be better considering other foundations for financial support if you are a student. Also available from the German government are Deutschland Stipendium scholarships which provide a small amount of support for students in any subject. They are available for two semesters and selection is based on academic achievement. Smaller foundations One of the larger foundations is the German National Academic Foundation, which has an excellent reputation and includes opportunities for seminars, networking and careers guidance as well as financial support. However, only those students who are from Germany or who have completed German high school are eligible to apply. On the other hand, the Alexander con Humboldt Foundation offers scholarships for academics coming to Germany from abroad for the first time. Foundations related to Germany’s political parties can be another source of funding; each party having a foundation to which it is linked. The Friedrich Ebert Foundation is linked with the German Social Democratic Party; the Heinrich Böll Foundation is linked with the Green party and focuses on environmental sustainability; the Friedrich Naumann Foundation is linked with the Free Democratic Party; the Hanns Seidel Foundation is linked with the Christian Social Union party; and the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation is liked with the Left party. If your subject of study fits within the broad interests of a political party, or you are yourself a party member, these foundations can offer good opportunities for funding. Many other foundations exist, focused on particular academic subjects or on supporting students from certain religious, ethnic or social groups. The DAAD website mentioned earlier collates many of these scholarships into their searchable database. University-specific scholarships Finally, many universities provide scholarships for students wishing to study with them. The application process for these can be easier – some require minimal application beyond the application for the course of study – but competition can be intense. Remember that within-institution funding can be hard to obtain, so you would do well to cover your bases and apply for external funding as well. Funding from external sources can allow you more freedom if you wish to change your place of study, while internal funding can include progression from masters to PhD level. Check the website of the university to which you are applying for the scholarships they have available. With so many opportunities for scholarships available, don’t be discouraged if you’re not successful in your first application! You might need to apply for a number of scholarships before you find one which is a good fit for you. Keep an eye on INCOMICS for details on all the latest scholarship opportunities.
Germany is a prime location for study, and one which draws many international students. The high quality of education available, combined with relatively cheap tuition fees, makes it an attractive option when looking for opportunities to study abroad. If you are considering study in Germany, an important consideration is how you will finance this study time. Tuitions fees are usually in the range of up to a few hundred Euros per semester, depending on the geographical area, as each federal state sets its own level for fees. However, other costs need to be considered as well – not only accommodation and living costs, but also budgets for books, travel, telephone and internet access, and entertainment and social activities. Finally, health insurance can be expensive, depending on your circumstances.
MBA: Applying to Graduate School in Europe versus North America
North America, and the US particularly, boasts some of the best MBA programs in the world: Wharton, Columbia, Stanford and Harvard are among the top-rated schools worldwide. American schools tend to be larger, with student numbers in the multiple hundreds or even thousands, and courses tend to be spread over a longer period of time. A typical MBA in North American runs for two years and offers opportunities to learn in the real world, such as in internships for important companies which can help to land full-time employment. MBA schools in US tend to be more prestigious, which can be important when trying to impress a potential employer or client. One cautionary notes regarding the size of the schools you are considering: large student bodies can mean limited contact with prominent professors. Schools may advertise the research of their famous professors, but do be sure to check how much teaching they actually do on the MBA you're looking into. Often, the more famous the professor, the less time they have to dedicate to teaching. So if there is a famous name who you'd love to have teaching contact with, try to check the names of those who will be teaching to see if you'll benefit from their wisdom directly though teaching. In Europe, many of the best business schools are part of a larger university structure which also offers courses in related subjects such as accounting or marketing. This can be an advantage for those looking to study more broadly outside of the tight MBA teaching schedule. Also, European schools generally have a much higher rate of foreign students, so relocating to study for an MBA is not uncommon. This can help with adjusting to a new social and cultural situation (it's easier to get comfortable when you're not the only person who is new to the country!). It is also beneficial to have international exposure, to meet and discuss concepts with people from all over the world, particularly if you wish to go into business with an international focus. Typically half the length of an MBA in America, most European courses run for one year. The teaching is thus intense and programs have a fully packed schedule. The one-year courses are suitable for those who can learn well under pressure, and who have strong organisation and personal motivational skills. European-style teaching can also suit older learners better, as it is ideal for those who are confident in their learning skills and career objectives. Those students who wish for more time to spend on individual development, career guidance and personal growth may be better served by the longer two-year American style MBA. Younger students who have not yet decided on their long-term career plans can benefit from time to reflect on their own performance and skills and to evolve and develop over the course of their MBA. As course time in European MBA programs is focused on teaching, it does not leave time for an internship in industry. For some, the lack of internship possibilities is a disadvantage, as without it students have less direct contact with industry. However, others see internships as unfair due to their lack of pay, and would rather MBA graduates are employed directly rather than than on in internships. This is to some extent a cultural difference, but be aware that if you do want the possibility of an internship in industry, you will likely be better served by an American MBA program. An issue to bear in mind when making the decision to relocate for your MBA is the local language, and also the language which the course will be taught in. Courses in North America will obviously all be in English, and will require extremely strong English language skills. Be prepared for some localization issues too, particularly if you are a European student who interacts with mostly British English speakers. Both spellings and phrasings vary in American English from British English, so allow for some time to re-adjust your language skills. In Europe, courses will be taught in either the local language or in English. Courses in the local language may be easier if you are from the area or have lived there a long time, and you wish to continue your career in the same area. However, if you are aiming for international business and movements, then be sure to strengthen your additional foreign language skills, including English. Often regarded as the language of business in Europe, English skills are important for excelling in your MBA setting. Another issue requiring careful consideration is the business culture which is represented by American and European MBA schools. American schools tend to attract competitive, highly engaged, ambitious MBA students who excel in a high pressure environment. Often the majority of students are aiming to become entrepreneurs in various fields and thrive in a large competitive institution. European schools, by contrast, tend to attract a wider range of personality types, and students often are aiming towards consultancy rather than entrepreneurship. You can get an idea of the kinds of students who fit best in MBA programs by looking at their lists of alumni, and the jobs that they work in now. Do the careers of other alumni fall into line with your career ambitions? Then you would likely be a good fit for the business culture of a given school. Finally, do consider the accreditations of the various MBA courses in America and Europe. Accreditations are comprehensive independent reviews of the quality of MBA teaching programs, often compiled into rankings of the available schools. After a review has been conducted, an accreditation is awarded to a MBA course for a limited amount of time (typically a few years), after which another review must take place. So accreditations assure that teaching quality standards are met, and are kept up to date with the latest information. The three most well-recognised and influential accreditation bodies are the AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), AMBA (The Association of MBAs) and EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System), each of which offers accreditations to MBA programs in both America and Europe. However, do remember that accreditations are only a guarantee of meeting a minimum standard – and that it is not unusual for a program to have accreditations from only one or two of these bodies, with only a small number of institutions having accreditation from all three bodies. With so many quality MBA programs available, there is a great deal of variation in environment, teaching style and content, and business culture between schools. Thinking through each of these issues carefully can help you to select the ideal institution for you to a pursue the MBA that you want. To keep up to date with the latest courses available around the world, check out the always up-to-date listings on INOMCS.com.
For those looking to start an MBA, there has never been more choice. There are hundreds of schools offering MBA courses to choose from, with different styles, academic emphasis and assessment styles. One of the most prominent distinctions between MBA programs though is the divide between North American (the US and Canada) and European schools (with courses in UK, France, Spain, the Netherlands, Germany and so on). The US is considered the home of the MBA, where the course concept was first developed and put into practice. Now, with more and more students leaving their home country to study for an MBA, Europe also offers strong MBA teaching. How should you decide where to pursue your MBA? Read on for tips and advice on making this important decision about your MBA.
Best Countries to Work in as an Academic: Research Findings
But while there is a growing pool of information about the corporate world, there is a distinct lack of research about the best places to work in the world of academia. The closest substitutes are the many university rankings published each year, but when choosing a workplace, reputation is not the onlyfactor that is important when making a decision, although it is one factor, as you’ll see in the report. Inspired by the feedback from our users, who represent a good core sample of the academic world globally, earlier this year we ran the “INOMICS Academic Institutions Survey”, where, among other questions, we asked the respondents about their experiences in their respective academic institutions. We grouped the results according to the countries and positions of survey participants (we are planning to release institution-related rankings in the near future. Meanwhile you can see individual reviews here). Figure 1. Countries rated by academics as best to work in Source: INOMICS Academic Institutions Report 2015 Today, we would like to share this insight with you! When reading, keep in mind that although the ranking is based on the personal experiences of the respondents, the aggregated results show clear trends. Therefore we hope that it will help you in your future career decisions as an (aspiring) academic! You can download the full report here. If you have any questions or suggestions concerning the report, please contact us at media@inomics.com
For people looking for a job in the private sector, there are numerous sources of information about best places to work, like Fortune Best Companies or Best Places to Work by Glassdoor to name just two.
Top Economics Departments Worldwide 2015
We have revised different rankings that provide information about economics departments around the world. We have hand-selected the best universities from you based in lists provided by institutions such as QS Rankings rom different rankings such as QS Rankings and US News Ranking Department of Economics, Columbia University New York, United States Department of Economics, Cornell University Ithaca, United States Department of Economics, Harvard University Cambridge, United States Department of Economics, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) London, United Kingdom Department of Economics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Cambridge, United States Department of Economics, National University of Singapore (NUS) Singapore, Republic of Singapore Department of Economics, New York University (NYU) New York, United States Department of Economics, Princeton University Princeton, United States Department of Economics, Stanford University Stanford, United States Department of Economics, Australian National University Canberra, Australia Department of Economics, University of Tokyo Tokyo, Japan Department of Economics, University of Warwick Warwick, United Kingdom Department of Economics, UCL (University College London) London, United Kingdom Department of Economics, Bocconi University Milan, Italy Department of Economics, University of California, Berkeley (UCB) Berkeley, United States Department of Economics, University of Cambridge Cambridge, United Kingdom Department of Economics, University of Chicago Chicago, United States Department of Economics, University of Oxford Oxford, United Kingdom Department of Economics, University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, United States Department of Economics, Yale University New Haven, United States
Economics is a science related to all aspects that happen in the daily lives, from decisions made in the familiar level to decisions made in governments and companies. Studying economics is ideal for people who are curious about facts that happens in their surroundings. Moreover the study of economics is an excellent way to acquire problem-solving skills and cultivate logic thinking. A degree in economics open opportunities in different industries, whether you would like to explain the performance of financial markets, analyze macroeconomic policies or provide insight about the performance of markets for goods and services, the economics knowledge prospects a brilliant future and carrier.
To MBA, or not to MBA? The Benefits of Earning a Master of Business Administration
Why? Because the benefits of an MBA program are plentiful; they can include increased salary, promotions, new job offers and access to a global network of other top professionals in your field. An MBA can be the springboard for a leap into a managerial position, or offer the tools for an entrepreneur wanting to start their own company. Of course, it’s important to choose the right MBA program for you, based on which aspects of the program you seek to privilege. Considerations can include the reputation of the program, location, cost, job prospects, and the teaching methodology. This post will seek to highlight some of the major benefits of earning an MBA, to keep in mind when making the important decision – to MBA, or not to MBA? Increase in expected salary One of the more obvious benefits, and often the main reason for choosing to pursue an MBA, is that it will usually lead to an increase in salary. According to the Financial Times EMBA Survey 2013, Executive MBA alumni increase their salary by 53% just three years after graduation. The average salary of an MBA graduate is considerably higher than the average employee with a regular master qualification. In the United Kingdom, for example, the average salary of an MBA graduate is over £80,000. Executive MBA Programs can offer more experienced professionals the chance to gain a promotion, to access a managerial position, and thereby benefit from a corresponding increase in responsibility and remuneration. In this post on the INOMICS blog, we offer a list of our top 10 Executive MBA programs in Europe. Greg Mankiw argues that from a financial standpoint, an MBA is a better investment than a PhD, particularly if you want to work in the private sector. However, the salary benefits are present whether you’re interested in working in the private or academic sector. There are a wide range ofacademic careers for MBA graduates that are well worth looking into. If you’re interested to know more about expected salaries of academics, take a look at the INOMICS Job Market Report 2014. Leadership skills and career advancement Management and leadership are two very useful skills which are shaped and developed through any MBA curriculum. The acquisition of new skills and knowledge is, after all, the point of any study program. An MBA can give you an excellent overview of the realities of the world of business, which is a great asset to you as an individual, as well as being attractive to potential employers. An MBA also goes hand in hand with increased career opportunities. An MBA program graduate has a higher chance of obtaining a high level management position. Furthermore, the potential for career development is not only limited to practice. An MBA can also be useful if entering the academic field. This leads us to our next point, since increased leadership and career opportunities are indelibly linked to the increased networking prospects that come with earning your MBA. Networking and internship opportunities One of the most valuable elements of doing an MBA is the opportunity to create a network of connections with alumni and peers. This can be one of the best ways to secure employment after graduation, and fellow students may become references, partners, clients or customers. MBA alumni can provide a strong network of successful executives and entrepreneurs, and MBA programs put students in touch with colleagues, professors and teaching staff (who are generally business people with highly relevant industry experience). The opportunity to network during your MBA goes hand in hand with increased access to valuable internships that are part and parcel of most top MBA programs. Study abroad opportunity Not to be overlooked, a valuable aspect of MBA programs is that they can also represent an opportunity to gain valuable study abroad experience in another country. The experience of studying abroad can be incredibly rewarding in and of itself, and will most certainly help your job prospects, particularly if you gain additional foreign language skills while you’re there. For tips on choosing where to study, take a look at a more detailed article on how to select an MBA in the region of your choice, or take a look at the INOMICS website for more location and school-specific information. On the INOMICS blog, for example, we have previously discussed the best european business schools, and even written a post specific to MBA programs in Germany. The tuition cost, teaching style, and post-graduation opportunities can vary based on where you choose to do your MBA, and therefore location is an important factor when deciding to embark on the MBA journey. Photo credit: UCLA Anderson Sebastiaan ter Burg
With fees ranging up to six digit figure sums, choosing to enrol in an MBA program can be an enormous decision, particularly if you’re leaving a well-paid career or trying to juggle work and family commitments. Regardless, more and more executives, students and business people are taking the time to earn an MBA.
The United States offers to students the most of the best schools of economics of the world. Moreover, graduates from American Universities have high salaries in comparison with other social sciences degrees. We have picked up the economics departments at American universities for you. The following alphabetically list is taken is a compilation from different rankings such as QS Rankings and US News Ranking Department of Economics, American University Washington, D.C Department of Economics , Boston University Boston, Massachusetts Department of Economics, California Institute of Technology (Caltech) Pasadena, California, United States Department of Economics , Columbia University New York City, New York Department of Economics, University of San Francisco San Francisco, California Department of Economics, Duke University Durham, North Carolina, United States Department of Economics, Georgetown University Washington, D.C Department of Economics, Harvard University Cambridge, Massachusetts Department of Economics, Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, Maryland Department of Economics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Cambridge, Massachusetts Department of Economics, New York University New York City, New York Department of Economics, Princeton University Princeton, New Jersey Department of Economics, Purdue University West Lafayette, Indiana Department of Economics, Stanford University Stanford, California Department of Economics, University of California, Berkeley (UCB) Berkeley, California Department of Economics, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Los Angeles, California Department of Economics, University of Chicago Chicago, Illinois Department of Economics, University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Michigan Department of Economics, University of Texas - Austin Austin, Texas Department of Economics, Yale University New Haven, Connecticut
Study economics gives a full understanding of the monetary decisions people make that have a direct influence in poverty, tax rates and inflation. In the same way, a degree in economics delivers valuable understanding of statistics and its use to plan better financial decisions. Economy is a science that is related to all aspects of the life, whether a micro-economy or global macro-economic issues, a career in economics is suitable for people with an understanding and delight for academic reading and mathematics.
Top Finance and Accounting Departments in USA 2015
We have collected the names of the best departments in finance and accounting across the United States in order to make simpler your decision about your further location of studies. The following list is organized alphabetically and compiles rankings such as QS Rankings and US News Ranking. Department of Finance, Bentley University Waltham, Massachusetts Department of Finance, Boston College Boston, Massachusetts Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Department of Finance and Economics, Columbia University New York City, New York Johnson Graduate School of Management , Cornell University Ithaca, New York Zicklin School of Business, CUNY Bernard M Baruch College New York City, New York Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth College Hanover , New Hampshire Fuqua School of Business , Duke University Durham, North Carolina Harvard Business School, Harvard University Cambridge, Massachusetts Department of Finance, Lehigh University Bethlehem, Pennsylvania MIT Sloan School of Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology MIT Cambridge, Massachusetts Finance Department, Stern, New York University New York City, New York Finance Department, Northwestern University Chicago, Illinois Department of Economics, Princeton University Princeton, New Jersey Stanford Graduate School of Business, Stanford University Stanford, California Department of Finance, University of California - Los Angeles Los Angeles, California Department of Finance, University of California, Berkeley (UCB) Berkeley, California Department of Finance, University of Chicago Chicago, Illinois Department of Finance, University of Michigan Ann Arbor, United States Finance Department, University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Yale School of Management, Yale University New Haven, Connecticut
The decision to study finance opens doors to a wide range of professional opportunities not only in the United States but worldwide. Every organization needs financial assistance regardless their industry. Graduate students from finance programs have the skills valuable to manage the investments and financing from different types of organizations. In the United States, the structure of finance departments vary from institution to institution, some study programs belong to business schools and faculties, while other programs are hosted by finance related institutions which demand high entrance standards.
Top 10 Summer Schools in Math & Stats 2015
Today we're sharing the best summer schools to be offered in the fields of Maths and Statistics: Cambridge Immerse Mathematics Programme Country: United Kingdom Duration of the Course: Aug 9, 2015 to Aug 21, 2015 Application Deadline: - Cambridge Immerse is a unique two week residential educational experience with a diverse and enriching curriculum. Tutorials and seminars are taught by highly regarded tutors in an optimal learning environment that stimulates academic enquiry; yet the carefully planned schedule ensures that the programme not only meets the academic needs of the participants, but also provides a unique insight into the university city through an abundance of extracurricular activities. The Cambridge Immerse Mathematics course is perfect for those considering studying Mathematics at university level. As well as consolidating students’ existing understanding of core mathematical topics, the course introduces students to more advanced topics and areas of study. Harvard Mathematics Summer Course Country: United States Duration of the Course: Jun 5, 2015 to Jul 24, 2015 Application Deadline: May 18, 2015 More than 300 courses are taught by Harvard professors and visiting scholars during the day, evening, and online. The course in Mathematics will cover such topics as: Precalculus Mathematics, Mathematical Models and Expressions, Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra and Differential Equations, Spaces, Mappings, and Mathematical Structures (With An Introduction to Proof), Math for Teaching Number Theory, Graph Theory: Investigating the Mathematical Process, Groups and Symmetry, Vectors: a Tool for Teaching Algebra, Geometry, and Trigonometry, and Teaching Projects: Math for Teaching Capstone Course. Oxford Mathematics Summer Course Country: United Kingdom Duration of the Course: Jul 27, 2015 to Aug 22, 2015 Application Deadline: - The Oxford Institutes specialises in summer courses for the students at High School in a number of academic fields. We offer two weeks standard as well as four weeks advanced courses. Students can choose to study two subjects during 2 weeks and upto four subjects during 4 weeks summer programme. The specific subject areas include also Mathematics. CRM-PIMS Summer School in Probability Country: Canada Duration of the Course: Jun 15, 2015 to Jul 11, 2015 Application Deadline: - The 2015 CRM-PIMS Summer School in Probability will take place in Montreal, Canada, from June 15-July 11, 2015. The school is built around two principal 24-hour lecture courses, which will be delivered by Alice Guionnet (random matrices, free probability and the enumeration of maps) and Remco van der Hofstad (high-dimensional percolation and random graphs). There will additionally be mini-courses by Louigi Addario-Berry (random minimum spanning trees), Shankar Bhamidi (dynamic random network models) and Jonathan Mattingly (stabilization by noise). Some time is reserved for participants to present their own work. 2015 Stata Summer School Country: United Kingdom Duration of the Course: Jul 6, 2015 to Jul 11, 2015 Application Deadline: Jul 3, 2015 2015 Stata Summer School comprises a series of four 1-day courses and one 2-day course running consecutively between 6-11 July 2015 at Cass Business School, London, UK. All courses will be delivered interactively using the internationally used software package Stata. This is a great opportunity for students, academics and professionals to expand their econometrics skills and learn how they can apply econometrics and statistics from professionals pioneering research at the forefront of their specialist fields. Utrecht Summer School - Survey Research: Statistical Analysis and Estimation Country: Netherlands Duration of the Course: Aug 24, 2015 to Aug 28, 2015 Application Deadline: Aug 10, 2015 The course is based on a total survey error perspective and discusses the major sources of survey error. Participants will be presented with tools for detection and adjustment of such errors. Analysis methods are introduced using both SPSS and R. Topics include complex sampling, nonresponse adjustment, measurement error, analysis of incomplete data and advanced use of administrative data. Special attention will be given to the analysis of complex surveys that include weighting, stratification and design effects. Cornell University - STSCI 2100 Introductory Statistics Country: United States Duration of the Course: May 27, 2015 to Jun 19, 2015 Application Deadline: - Statistics is about understanding the world through data. We are surrounded by data, so there is a lot to understand. Covers data exploration and display, data gathering methods, probability, and statistical inference methods through contingency tables and linear regression. The emphasis is on thinking scientifically, understanding what is commonly done with data (and doing some of it for yourself), and laying a foundation for further study. Students learn to use statistical software and simulation tools to discover fundamental results. They use computers regularly; the test includes both multimedia materials and a software package. This course does not focus on data from any particular discipline, but will use real-world examples from a wide variety of disciplines and current events. Advanced Statistics and Data Mining Summer School Country: Spain Duration of the Course: Jun 29, 2015 to Jul 10, 2015 Application Deadline: - This summer school is organized by the Artificial Intelligence Department of the School of Computer Science of the Univ. Politécnica de Madrid. It comprises intensive courses which aim to provide attendees with an introduction to both the theoretical foundations and the practical applications of some of the modern statistical analysis techniques currently in use. The summer school comprises 12 week-long courses, 15 lecture hours each, given during two weeks (six courses per week). Each course has theoretical as well as practical classes, in which each technique is put into practice with a computer program. Students are free to choose the courses according to their interests, i.e., no restrictions, besides those imposed by timetables, apply on the number or choice of courses. BMS Summer School Country: Germany Duration of the Course: Jun 29, 2015 to Jul 10, 2015 Application Deadline: - The aim of the summer school is to introduce contemporary methods from discrete and computational convex geometry to a broad audience ranging from graduate students to postdocs and junior faculty. The central theme is the computation with (non)linear convex bodies by way of structural insights. The courses will be supplemented with problem sessions and guest lectures. ERME Summer School Country: Germany Duration of the Course: Aug 13, 2016 to Aug 20, 2016 Application Deadline: - CERME is a Congress designed to foster a communicative spirit. It deliberately and distinctively moves away from research presentations by individuals towards collaborative group work. Its main feature is a number of thematic groups whose members will work together in a common research area. Researchers wishing to present a paper at the Congress should submit the paper to one of these groups. In addition to the Thematic Groups, there will be plenary sessions with opportunity to debate and to communicate the work of each group to other participants; poster sessions for new researchers, and others, to communicate their work and gain feedback; and policy and purpose sessions to negotiate the work and directions of ERME.
Now we're over the hump of winter and looking ahead to sunnier days, the time has come to start considering academic activities for the summer break. Summer schools run by top universities give you the chance to attend lectures and courses conducted by top researchers in your field, to practise skills in small groups or seminars, and to get to know students from other institutions. As well as social activities and the opportunity for travel, you can benefit from making new professional contacts, hearing about the latest research, and building your CV.
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Top Finance and Accounting Departments Worldwide 2015
There are different well-known universities around the world that offer excellent programs in finance and accounting. We have hand-selected the best and made an alphabetically list that will hopefully help you to take the best step in your career. The list below was made taking into account QS Rankings, and the ranking of Financial Times about Master’s in Finance experience. Department of Finance, Bocconi University Milan, Italy Edhec Business School Roubaix, France Esade Business School Barcelona, Spain Harvard Business School, Harvard University Cambridge, United States Department of Finance, HEC Paris Paris, France Department of Finance, London Business School London, United Kingdom Department of Finance, London School of Economics London, United Kingdom MIT Sloan School of Management, Massachusetts Institute of Technology MIT Cambridge, United States Department of Banking and Finance, Monash University Melbourne, Australia NUS Business School, National University of Singapore Singapore, Singapore Guanghua School of Management, Peking University Beijing, China Faculty of Finance, Seoul National University Seoul, South Korea Stanford Graduate School of Business, Stanford University Stanford, United States School of Economics and Finance, University of Hong Kong Hong Kong, Hong Kong School of Banking and Finance, University of New South Wales Sydney, Australia Department of Finance, University of Sydney Sydney, Australia Graduate School of Economics, University of Tokyo Tokyo, Japan Cambridge Judge Business School, University of Cambridge Cambridge, United Kingdom Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics, Oxford University Oxford, United Kingdom School of Finance, University of St. Gallen St. Gallen, Switzerland
Top Mathematics and Statistics Departments in USA 2015
American Universities offer high quality degree programs to develop your career in the field of mathematics and statistics. Rather being involved in the development of new pharmaceutical components, in the design of public policies or planning marketing strategies and investment portfolios, math and stats profile a promising professional path. We have picked up the mathematics and statistics departments in the United States. The list below is a compilation of the QS rankings and US News Ranking. The list has been organized alphabetically per university. Computing + Mathematical Sciences (CMS) Department, California Institute of Technology Pasadena, California Department of Mathematics , University of California--Los Angeles Los Angeles, California Department of Mathematics, Columbia University New York, New York Department of Mathematics, University of Michigan—​Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, Michigan Department of Mathematics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, Massachusetts Department of Mathematics, New York University New York, New York Department of Mathematics, Princeton University Princeton, New Jersey Department of Mathematics, Texas A&M University College Station, Texas Department of Mathematics, University of Chicago Chicago, Illinois Department of Mathematics, University of Texas--Austin Austin, Texas Department of Mathematics, University of Washington Seattle, Washington Department of Mathematics, University of Wisconsin--Madison Madison, Wisconsin Department of Mathematics, Stanford University Stanford, California Department of Statistical Science, Cornell University Ithaca, New York Department of Statistics, Harvard University Cambridge, Massachusetts Department of Statistics, Yale University New Haven, Connecticut Faculty of Mathematics, University of California--Berkeley Berkeley, California School of Mathematics, University of Minnesota--Twin Cities Minneapolis, Minnesota
Mathematics and Statistics are multidisciplinary sciences which are applicable in different industries and disciplines. From medical studies to research experiments, space projects and social research, a degree in statistics opens a wide range of career opportunities for you.
Top Mathematics and Statistics Departments Worldwide 2015
Rather than simply copying a list from QS or other global rankings, however, we’ve made a handpicked list of math departments from four continents – North America, Europe, Asia and Oceana. Each of these departments falls within the top 100 worldwide according to diverse ranking systems. In the list below, you’ll find each institution grouped according to geography. If the university you are looking for is not on this list, head to INOMICS, where you’ll find hundreds of other top departments from diverse disciplines. Harvard University Cambridge, United States Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge, United States Columbia University New York City, New York Stanford University Stanford, United States University of Toronto Toronto, Ontario McGill University Montréal, Canada University of Cambridge Cambridge, United Kingdom University of Oxford Oxford, United Kingdom Trinity College Dublin Dublin, Ireland Autonomous University of Madrid Madrid, Spain Pierre and Marie Curie University Paris, France ETH Zurich Zurich, Switzerland University of Zurich Zurich, Switzerland Catholic University of Leuven Leuven, Belgium University of Bonn Bonn, Germany Kyoto University Kyoto, Japan University of Tokyo Tokyo, Japan Australian National University Canberra, Australia University of Melbourne Melbourne, Australia University of Auckland Auckland, New Zealand
In previous posts we’ve offered you lists of Top Maths & Stats Departments in Europe. In this post, we’re shifting our focus from the social sciences to highlight the best math departments around the globe.
Top Political Science & International Relations Departments Worldwide 2015
In our previous article we compiled a list of the best Political Science & International Relations Departments in Europe. Here we're sharing up-to-date rankings for the best departments in Political Science and International Relations worldwide. Department of Government, Harvard University, United States Department of Politics, Princeton University, United States Department of Political Science, Yale University, United States Department of Political Science, Stanford University, United States Department of Political Science, Columbia University, United States Department of Political Science,University of California, Berkeley, United States School of Politics & International Relations, Australian National University, Australia Department of Political Science, National University of Singapore, Singapore Department of Law and Politics, The University of Tokyo, Japan Department of Political Science, University of Chicago, United States Department of Politics, New York University , United States Department of Politics and Public Administration, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Department of Political Science, University of California, Los Angeles, United States Department of Political Science, University of California, San Diego, United States Department of Political Science, Michigan State University, United States Political Science Department, Johns Hopkins University, United States Department of Government, Cornell University, United States School of International Relations and Public Affairs, Fudan University, China Department of Political Science, Peking University, China School of Government, Kyoto University, Japan Compiled from the QS World University Rankings, Shanghai Rankings, and Hix, S. (2004). A global ranking of political science departments. Political Studies Review, 2(3), 293–313.
The study of politics as a social science has a long and rich history, with many great academic institutions offering courses and research in the discipline. Along with International Relations, the ongoing relevance of Political Science is reflected in the high quality of programs of study and research. Many of the best-known politics departments are located in institutions within the United States, but outstanding departments can also be found in other countries including Australia, Singapore, China, and Japan.
Top Summer Schools in Finance & Accounting 2015
Here you can find ideal opportunities for finance students who are looking to expand their skill set, enhance their CV, make contacts with fellow students and researchers, and enjoy a summer visit to an exciting new location. Deadlines are approaching soon so start planning your summer school attendance now. LSE Finance & Accounting Summer School Country: United Kingdom Duration of the Course: Jul 6, 2015 to Jul 24, 2015 Application Deadline: - LSE Summer School offers Finance & Accounting courses taught by LSE’s world-renowned faculty. All courses take place on the campus in the heart of Central London. The LSE Summer School has the world's largest intake of international study abroad undergraduates compared with other summer schools across the globe. Visiting students are often able to transfer credit from LSE's rigorously assessed summer courses towards degrees at their home institution. Financial Accounting Summer Course at Harvard Country: United States Duration of the Course: Jun 4, 2015 to Jul 24, 2015 Application Deadline: May 18, 2015 Join Harvard Summer School for a challenging and enriching experience this summer. Our more than 300 courses are taught by Harvard professors and visiting scholars during the day, evening, and online. This course is an introduction to financial accounting, its concepts, and the techniques of recording, summarizing, and reporting the flow of financial information through the entity concerned. It offers an understanding of the information flow process and the necessary techniques for analysis and evaluation of the firm's potential in light of historical data. Micro, SME & Housing Finance Summer Academy at Frankfurt School of finance & Management Country: Germany Duration of the Course: Jul 5, 2015 to Jul 10, 2015 Application Deadline: - The Micro & SME Finance Summer Academy seeks to equip participants with profound technical know-how in one of three possible elective subjects (financial and risk management; SME banking or rural finance), leadership and negotiation skills and a good understanding of current trends in the community. This programme is aimed at managers of microfinance institutions focusing on (M) SME or agricultural clients, commercial banks active in microfinance, transformed MFIs and/ or microinvestment funds. Boston Summer Term - Accounting Course Country: United States Duration of the Course: May 19, 2015 to Jun 25, 2015 Application Deadline: - If you're seeking to discover a new topic, reinforce practical skills, or obtain intensive training in a particular area, you'll find an exciting range of opportunities for personal and academic enrichment. Boston Summer Term offers more than 700 courses in 70 subjects, also in Accounting. The course covers basic principles of financial accounting underlying transaction analysis and the preparation of financial statements. XI. Munich Summer School on Accounting 2015 Country: Germany Duration of the Course: Jun 4, 2015 to Jun 6, 2015 Application Deadline: Mar 30, 2015 This course is designed for PhD students and young post-doctoral researchers in accounting who would like to extend and deepen their knowledge on current research issues in accounting. It will examine accounting theory with an emphasis on analytical modeling of accounting issues. Finance Summer Course – Imperial College London Country: United Kingdom Duration of the Course: Jun 5, 2015 to Jul 24, 2015 Application Deadline: - Imperial College Business School runs an intensive but stimulating Summer School programme that gives students the chance to increase their academic standing in one of the most vibrant and culturally-enriched cities in the world. With four courses spread over two sessions and a varied social programme, Summer School is a fantastic taster to life at Imperial and in London. This course will provide an overview of the concepts in finance, together with a thorough examination of the key elements of today’s financial markets. Taught by Imperial’s leading finance faculty as well as practitioners, it will provide you with the ability to put the latest academic thinking and financial strategies into practice. Durham Islamic Finance Summer School Country: United Kingdom Duration of the Course: Aug 24, 2015 to Aug 28, 2015 Application Deadline: Aug 17, 2015 Durham Islamic Finance Summer School aims to provide knowledge, skills and expertise, and help place participants in an advantageous position for entering and working in the Islamic financial sector. The programme is delivered mostly by leading financiers and bankers from across the world as well as the Centre's academics. Durham Centre for Islamic Economics and Finance has an international reputation in teaching, conducting research and publishing in Islamic economics, banking and finance over twenty-five years. Many of the Islamic economics, banking and finance graduates and participants of the Summer School have gone on to work in the Islamic finance sector or now teach Islamic economics and finance all over the world. The Finance Boot Camp - Summer School 2015 Country: Germany Duration of the Course: Jul 12, 2015 to Jul 25, 2015 Application Deadline: Mar 31, 2015 Scheduled for summer 2015, Frankfurt School’s Boot Camp targets non-finance Bachelor and first-year Master students seeking to develop and / or deepen their financial skills in one of Europe’s leading financial centres: Frankfurt am Main. The Boot Camp, due to be held on the Frankfurt School campus over two weeks in July 2015, will combine a challenging academic programme with plenty of opportunities to network with and enjoy the company of your fellow students. In addition, there will be plenty of opportunities to engage in athletic activity for those who wish to – such as swimming with the Associate Dean! 7th Summer Program in International Finance 2015 – Swiss Business School Country: Switzerland Duration of the Course: Jul 6, 2015 to Jul 17, 2015 Application Deadline: May 29, 2015 The Summer Program in International Finance has been developed by SBS Swiss Business School for undergraduate or recently graduated business students. The program offers the perfect combination of enhancing your business education and enjoying the city of Zurich, among the world’s largest financial centers. During two weeks, international students will have the chance to attend intensive business courses with a focus on International Finance, interact with top managers during company visits and live a truly international experience.
Summer schools offer a chance to visit top international universities and get to know their research and academic culture, while learning new skills and spending time with fellow students. Today we're looking at the top schools for Finance and Accounting.