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Careers: Attracting and Retaining Talent In Venezuela’s New Environment
Wondering what Venezuela’s new economic approach means in terms of employment? Egberto Fernandez, GoinGlobal’s Venezuela Career Advisor explains the recruitment and retention implications of the country’s recent shift toward socialism. For more, click here: http://goinglobal.com/hot_topics/venezuela_fernandez_companies.asp.
Featured Country Profile: Austria
Sometimes it’s the little things that matter when it comes to cross-cultural relationships. While a bouquet of flowers is an acceptable way to thank an Austrian business colleague or friend for a social engagement, it’s best to give an odd number. An even number is considered unlucky. For more on cultural do’s and don’ts in Austria, click here: http://goinglobal.com/Countries/Austria/austria_living.asp.
International Students: Modest Growth In The U.S.
New survey results show that international enrollment last year went up at slightly more than half of U.S. higher education institutions. One in five institutions reported declines. For more, click here:. http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter/jan08_general_student.asp
Education Quality: Top Quality Graduates Elusive In India and China
Higher education institutions in India and China have their work cut out for them. Recent surveys show that they’re failing to equip many university students with the skills they need to work in multinational companies. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter/jan08_general_graduates.asp
Travel: Japan Toughens The Rules For Foreign Nationals
Get ready for longer lines and tougher questions if you travel to Japan. Foreign nationals, including those with work permits, must now be fingerprinted, photographed and interviewed every time they enter the country. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter/jan08_japan_tighter.asp
Compensation: Want Money? Don’t Ask For Payment In Dollars
As the U.S. dollar continues to struggle against other currencies, some expatriates are wishing they’d reached a different compensation deal. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter/jan08_general_expat.asp
Education: Non-Traditional Schools Seek Foreign Students
Students seeking an international experience should look at more than just traditional academia. In Japan, for example, HAL, a specialty school focusing on game development, 3D computer graphics, robotics and automobiles encourages foreign students to apply. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter/jan08_japan_nontraditional.asp
Money: Weak Dollar+Increasing Costs = Shift to New Study Abroad Locations
A weak U.S. dollar is making traditionally popular study abroad destinations such as Britain, Italy, France, Spain and Australia very expensive. To keep costs low, experts suggest students consider programs in Latin America and Africa. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter/jan08_general_rising.asp
Security: Study Abroad Programs Play It Safe
Considering a study abroad program in a politically volatile country? Chances are you’ll be well protected. Many colleges and universities use professional international security and evacuation companies to assess and mitigate potential safety risks. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter/jan08_general_abroad.asp
Brain Drain: Korea Ponders Dual Citizenship
Worried about brain drain, the Korean government may offer dual citizenship to both foreign professionals and Koreans. In the past 10 years, 170,000 people have abandoned Korean citizenship, while only 50,000 have sought it. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter/jan08_korea_dual.asp
Jobs: More Openings For Foreign Nationals in Singapore
If you were shut out of a job in Singapore due to skilled work permit quotas, now is the time to try again. As of January 1, skilled foreign nationals can represent 25 percent of a company’s workforce, up from 15 percent previously. New rules also make it easier for foreign nationals to change jobs once they’re in Singapore. For more, click here: http://www.goinglobal.com/newsletter/jan08_singapore_hiring.asp