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1. Global Knowledge and Talent Flows : An Imbalanced Equation?

Author:
Rajika Bhandari
Publication Date:
08-2019
Content Type:
Special Report
Institution:
Institute of International Education
Abstract:
The global movement of postsecondary students is a remarkably unidirectional phenomenon: students from the developing world, or Global South, take their knowledge and talents to the developed world, or the Global North. This is particularly true for countries such as India and China. Framed by the broader issues of access and equity within postsecondary education and released on the occasion of the fourth IC3 Conference in Mumbai, India, on August 28, 2019, the current report raises the following questions: Are the current global flows of students advantaging wealthier nations over developing ones? Are students from the developing world returning at higher rates to their countries of origin? How do we ensure that the mobility of students and talent is based on principles of access, equity and inclusiveness, both at the individual student level and at a national level? While it is not the goal of this report to suggest that the north-to-south flow of students should be reversed or that countries in the Global South would even have the capacity to host large volumes of international students, the report does argue that when it comes to international student recruitment policies, host countries in the Global North need to consider how to balance their own needs to fill critical knowledge and skill gaps by attracting global talent with the needs of developing countries to retain their valuable human capital. Thus, the report proposes solutions for programmatic and national-level initiatives to create a balance between the home and host countries of globally mobile students. Read the full report to view key findings and to learn more about the IIE Center for Academic Mobility Research and Impact.
Topic:
Education, Mobility, and Higher Education
Political Geography:
China, India, Asia, and Global South

2. A World on the Move: Trends in Global Student Mobility

Author:
Rajika Bhandari and Institute of International Education
Publication Date:
03-2018
Content Type:
Special Report
Institution:
Institute of International Education
Abstract:
A World on the Move highlights key developments currently influencing student mobility in higher education in the United States and globally. Drawing upon Open Doors, Project Atlas and other sources of global data, the analysis points to a continuing demand for an international higher education in many parts of the world. Against the backdrop of recent trends, this report provides insight into the context of international student mobility.
Topic:
Employment, Mobility, and Higher Education
Political Geography:
Africa, China, Europe, Middle East, Canada, Asia, Germany, Latin America, North Africa, Australia/Pacific, Caribbean, North America, and United States of America

3. Expanding Vistas: International Academic Mobility in Brazil

Author:
Chelsea Robles and Rajika Bhandari
Publication Date:
01-2018
Content Type:
Special Report
Institution:
Institute of International Education
Abstract:
This study provides insight into global mobility in Brazil’s higher education sector. With support from the Australian Government’s Department of Education and Training, the IIE Center for Academic Mobility Research examines select indicators of internationalization in Brazilian higher education, including the provision of courses taught in English, virtual learning, and initiatives to support inbound and outbound student flows. The findings can help to expand Brazilian higher education institutions’ capacity to gather and report mobility data.
Topic:
Language, Mobility, Higher Education, and Academia
Political Geography:
Brazil, South America, Australia, and United States of America

4. U.S. sanctions on Russia and its impact on India

Author:
Rajika Bhandari
Publication Date:
07-2018
Content Type:
Special Report
Institution:
Gateway House: Indian Council on Global Relations
Abstract:
President Vladimir Putin is in India on a two-day state visit to India, his third trip to India during Prime Minister Modi’s term. A key agreement that has just been signed is the $5 billion deal for the S-400 air defence system. However, U.S. sanctions on Russia’s top defence manufacturers will be a hurdle in closing this agreement, making payments to Russia difficult and scaring away potential Indian partners, especially those with investments in the West. Gateway House looks at India’s options for successfully concluding this agreement without falling foul of American sanctions
Topic:
International Affairs
Political Geography:
Global Focus

5. New Frontiers: U.S. Students Pursuing Degrees Abroad

Author:
Rajika Bhandari, Raisa Belyavina, and Jing Li
Publication Date:
05-2013
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Institute of International Education
Abstract:
In an increasingly globalized world, investing in international education is a growing priority for individuals and countries alike. Students seek out experiences that will shape their careers while nations vie for the world's most talented minds to contribute to research, innovation and economic growth. International education and intercultural competencies are increasingly more valued by employers ranging from multinational corporations to the public sector. Recognizing the need for connecting with global peers, students around the world are more mobile today than ever before. They also have opportunities to participate in a wide array of educational activities abroad, ranging from brief educational study tours to obtaining full degrees overseas that can span a student's entire higher education career.
Topic:
Education, Foreign Exchange, and International Affairs
Political Geography:
United States

6. Diversification of Higher Education Worldwide: Typologies Definitions in Global Mobility

Author:
Rajika Bhandari
Publication Date:
05-2009
Content Type:
Policy Brief
Institution:
Institute of International Education
Abstract:
IIE publishes data annually in Open Doors, with support from the US Department of State. 57 years of trend data on international students and scholars on U.S. campuses and on over 20 years of US students abroad.
Topic:
Foreign Policy, Markets, and Migration
Political Geography:
United States

7. Shifting Trends in Global Student Mobility: Who is Going Where?

Author:
Rajika Bhandari
Publication Date:
05-2009
Content Type:
Policy Brief
Institution:
Institute of International Education
Abstract:
Worldwide, there were over 2.9 million international students in 2006, a3% increase over the previous year. By 2025, almost 8 million students are projected to be studying outside their home country.
Topic:
Markets, Migration, and International Affairs
Political Geography:
United States

8. Exploring Host Country Capacity for Increasing U.S. Study Abroad

Author:
Robert Gutierrez, Rajika Bhandari, and Daniel Obst
Publication Date:
05-2008
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Institute of International Education
Abstract:
According to the Institute of International Education's most recent data, over 223,000 U.S. students annually study abroad for academic credit, and there are widespread calls to double, triple or even quadruple that number in the coming decade, sending students to more diverse destinations around the globe. Where would another 300,000-700,000 Americans go to study abroad? Which university systems, especially in the non-traditional destinations, have the capacity to absorb large increases when countries like India, China, Egypt, Turkey and Brazil are struggling to accommodate the demand for higher education by their own citizens? To begin addressing these important questions, the Institute of International Education launched Meeting America's Global Education Challenge, a focused policy research initiative which explores from multiple perspectives the challenge of substantially expanding the numbers and destinations of U.S. students studying overseas. In May 2007, IIE published its first White Paper in this series, Current Trends in U.S. Study Abroad the Impact of Strategic Diversity Initiatives.
Topic:
International Relations, Education, and Globalization
Political Geography:
United States, China, Europe, Turkey, Brazil, and Egypt

9. Current Trends in U.S. Study Abroad the Impact of Strategic Diversity Initiatives

Author:
Rajika Bhandari, Daniel Obst, and Sharon Witherell
Publication Date:
05-2007
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Institute of International Education
Abstract:
To succeed and prosper in a global economy and interconnected world, U.S. students need international knowledge, intercultural communications skills, and global perspectives. This policy research paper will present the current trends in study abroad in the United States and will look at new funding initiatives and program models that have begun to strategically influence diversity.
Topic:
International Relations, Education, and International Cooperation
Political Geography:
United States