Study Abroad – Life & Culture Archives | Blog | EU Business School EU Blog Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:50:06 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Why Study Abroad? 6 Life-Changing Benefits to Expect https://www.euruni.edu/blog/why-study-abroad-6-life-changing-benefits-to-expect/ Mon, 31 May 2021 08:01:59 +0000 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/?p=31179 For many, the prospect of studying abroad is both intimidating and exhilarating. It combines all the challenges you’d expect from an academic course with the added intrigue of new people, a foreign country and an exotic culture to experience. More and more people are embracing this opportunity: pre-pandemic, Unesco’s Institute for Statistics found that the number of students choosing to study abroad is increasing by about 12% each year. One reason for this undoubtedly is that it helps graduates stand out in a crowded job market. However, there are other life-changing benefits, personal and professional, to expect from studying in […]

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]]> Diversity Training. Does It Work? https://www.euruni.edu/blog/diversity-training-does-it-work/ Wed, 05 May 2021 07:00:00 +0000 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/?p=30850 In 2020, Quantum Research performed an online survey of over 1000 participants across the Best Places to Work network. Even within these “best” places to work, 75% of participants believed that more diversity was needed in their workplace. This high demand leads us to consider what is covered by the term “diversity.” In reality, it has a broad application: diversity measures could aim for greater representation and respect of marginalized groups when it comes to factors such as race and ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, educational background, and more. According to Sheryl Sandberg’s report into gender diversity, at least 85% […]

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]]> How to Choose and Develop your Career With Alberto Barsanti https://www.euruni.edu/blog/develop-your-career/ Thu, 11 Feb 2021 11:00:34 +0000 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/?p=30209 Many graduates and undergraduates are unsure about which careers to pursue. The worst global pandemic in a century has overturned the job market. And many trends that were already shaping the world of work at the beginning of 2020 have accelerated significantly. If you feel uncertain about the future, you’re not alone. A large number of individuals, all of whom are preparing to begin their careers, are in the same situation. Entrepreneur Alberto Barsanti joined us to discuss these problems. He has spent decades working for some of the world’s leading companies and has helped hundreds of business students make […]

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]]> 5 Actions That You Can Take to Compensate for the Learning Loss Due to COVID-19 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/compensate-learning-loss-covid-19/ Mon, 08 Feb 2021 10:24:04 +0000 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/?p=30184 COVID-19 has had a huge impact on the world of education. Institutions at all levels were forced to shut for prolonged periods, meaning that course provision was much more likely to be 100% virtual. The traditional student experience, in turn, changed dramatically. Of course, all students have different learning styles. Some may even be new to the medium of virtual learning, so they’ve had to adapt to these unexpected circumstances. Thankfully, there are actions that students can take independently to compensate for any potential learning loss. Here are five ideas that can be easily implemented to enrich your educational experience […]

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]]> Why Studying Tourism Management is More Important Than Ever https://www.euruni.edu/blog/studying-tourism-management/ Thu, 10 Dec 2020 11:25:43 +0000 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/?p=29890 Of all the industries affected by COVID-19, tourism has been one of the worst impacted. Although lockdown measures varied – and continue to vary – between countries, countless flights were cancelled and resorts and hotels were forced to close around the world. Emergency measures were often introduced at short notice, meaning that the tourism industry had little to no time to prepare for what was coming. The result was that even the most determined travelers faced serious barriers to enjoying a vacation in 2020, which has in turn been catastrophic for those who depend on tourism to survive. As some […]

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]]> Studying Abroad in Geneva: Everything You Need to Know https://www.euruni.edu/blog/studying-abroad-geneva/ Tue, 27 Oct 2020 08:43:12 +0000 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/?p=29614 If you’re thinking about studying in Geneva, or if you’re fortunate enough to have already been accepted by a university, then you have a lot to look forward to. Geneva is known as the city of 1001 delights for the sheer range of what’s on offer to visitors, from theatres and museums to world-class restaurants and nearby ski resorts.  Geneva also has a thriving business community. The city is home to several of the world’s best-known companies and institutions, including Procter & Gamble, the World Trade Organization, CERN and Rolex, as well as an exciting startup scene and convenient transport links to the rest of […]

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]]> Studying Abroad During and After COVID-19: Your Questions Answered https://www.euruni.edu/blog/studying-abroad-covid-19/ Mon, 19 Oct 2020 10:08:36 +0000 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/?p=29573 If you were set to begin a degree abroad this autumn, there’s a good chance that the COVID-19 pandemic has altered your plans. Or perhaps you’re thinking about higher education options for the coming year, and you’re uncertain about whether or not studying in another country is still a good choice.   Whether you’ve just started your new degree and are struggling to adapt to the “new normal”, are thinking of applying in time for the start of the spring semester, or are still evaluating options for next year, read on for answers to all your questions.  1. Universities Are Still Accepting International Students  Whatever your situation, there’s one main […]

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]]> Understanding the Importance of Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace https://www.euruni.edu/blog/importance-diversity-inclusion-workplace/ Thu, 15 Oct 2020 13:49:39 +0000 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/?p=29560 Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce is not just about virtue signaling. Myriad studies have shown that a diverse workforce leads to greater levels of innovation and profitability. Diversity is a question of growth and profit, and there are numerous ways that it should play out in companies hoping to reap the full benefit of their efforts.   Here, we explore how diversity and inclusivity initiatives can be integrated across a business, and discover some of the companies taking the lead.  What is Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace?  Each company should have their own definition of what diversity and inclusion means for them, defined in a vision statement. This statement should outline why diversity and […]

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]]> 7 Fast & Practical Student Finance Tips https://www.euruni.edu/blog/student-finance-tips/ Fri, 25 Sep 2020 12:08:49 +0000 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/?p=29477 Starting university is an emotionally tumultuous time. Amid all the excitement and nervousness of starting a new degree and perhaps even moving to a new city, many students overlook their finances.  In the long run this can become a big issue. Financial mismanagement over many months can have an array of negative consequences, including rising debts and an inability to pay for essentials like rent and food.  If you’re getting ready to start university, this article will equip you with seven practical strategies for staying on top of your finances. Money management isn’t the most riveting topic in the world. But a little time […]

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]]> Germany Ranks First as the Best European Country for Startups in 2020 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/germany-best-european-country-startups-2020/ Mon, 21 Sep 2020 08:33:13 +0000 https://www.euruni.edu/blog/?p=29450 Germany has been ranked as the best European country for startups for the second year in a row.  In its annual study, research and analysis firm NimbleFins looked at data from a variety of publicly-accessible sources, including the World Bank, World Economic Forum and UNESCO. It then rated each candidate country according to metrics like GDP per capita, growth and unemployment rates, daily business costs, regulatory burdens and more.  Germany scored incredibly well in all four of the categories that were evaluated: economic health, cost of doing business, overall business environment and labor quality.   In this post, we’re going to take a closer look at the results […]

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