Spring 2016 International Student Program Guide YO U R ROA D MA P TO S U CC E S S
Spring Reboot 2016 It’s Spring Semester. International students tend to finally gear up for job search at this time. In the pages to follow, you’ll find programs we’ve curated for this networkingintensive time of the year.
FOR STUDENTS ■
New online Networking Course with self-guided curriculum and practice partners –– “7 Critical Steps to Networking with Confidence & Success”
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Networking Readiness Bundle –– My new book, How To Network Like an American + Networking videos from our Video Tutorial Library.
FOR ADVISORS Spring is also a good time for advisors to invest in themselves through professional development. In response to advisor requests, we’re launching a 4-part online certificate course: ■
Building Cultural Intelligence for Advisors Supporting International and Immigrant Students –– Understanding cultural preferences and differences enables advising effectiveness with international students and students of difference.
Helping students and advisors be their very best continues to be our core mission. We thank you for being a part of our community.
~ Judy Shen-Filerman
We Made a Difference for International Students last Fall We’re in business to make a positive difference for our clients. Student evaluation comments and ratings tell us if we’re helping them in an effective and empathetic manner. We’re thrilled to report our Fall Student Survey results…
Judy’s Workshops Average Overall Rating was 4.5*
Our new Video Tutorial Library Attracted over 15,000 views in the Fall, with an average rating of 4.1*
…and specific student feedback: I'm very glad to have you here today to give us an amazing coaching class in regard of the storytelling skills, and those skills are no doubt the most necessary skills I need to develop at this very point. Great thanks for your speaking today, it's really helpful. S. SUN
The videos are very helpful for international students and the “marketing yourself in the U.S.” video was the best of all. J. GUDIPATI I think those [videos] are really good. They help me not only understand several aspects of American life, but also increase my confidence. Y. CUI
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* On a scale of 1 to 5
Confidence Rebuilding and Active Support are Key to Spring Success
DO/ACT
Corresponding Programs LAUNCH
Student Readiness Phases
Negotiating The Offer/ Internship Success
PRACTICE INTERACTIONS
PRACTICE
Mastering One-on-One Networking Nailing the U.S. Interview Effective Networking at Events
Students yearn for explicit "how to" guidance for networking, safe space to practice and group support
Understanding U.S. Networking
DEVELOP STORIES
DEVELOP
Mastering Small Talk The Five Questions You Must Master Career StorySelling
UNDERSTAND U.S. CULTURAL NORMS / JOB SEARCH
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UNDERSTAND
Personal StorySelling Through Small Talk Job Search Success in the U.S. Essentials of U.S. Culture and University Life in the U.S.
NEW ONLINE COURSE!
7 Critical Steps to Networking with Confidence & Success Course At-a-Glance • 7-week online course for students with integrated online/offline curriculum (teaching materials / assignments / worksheets / group exercises) • Designed to actively engage students in the networking process week-by-week, addressing their request for explicit guidance • Interactive online learning with videos, case studies, examples and our new networking book to support learning process • Small group coaching to provide live practice and support to increase confidence and address students’ greatest fear of embarrassment and losing face
Course can be Advisor-Administered or Student-Led OPTION 1: ADVISOR-ADMINISTERED
OPTION 2: STUDENT-LED
Advisor register students with course (groups of 6)
Advisor register students with course
Advisor communicates weekly assignments to students
DBP communicates weekly assignments to students
Advisor administers weekly Accountability Partner Coaching Sessions / Group Sessions
Students self-manage with weekly Accountability Partner Coaching Sessions & Group Sessions (as applicable)
Flexible starting date (recommended 2/8 starting date)
Starting dates: 2/15 and 2/29
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Networking Readiness Bundle Engages students to learn storytelling, interpersonal and conversational skills through synergistic learning modalities. Judy’s Step-by-Step Book: How to Network Like an American
Networking Videos* *Complete Video Tutorial Library option also available
U.S. JOB SEARCH SUCCESS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
How to Network Like an American
VIDEO TU TO RIA L LIBRA RY
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Judy Shen-Filerman Harvard MBA, Career Expert
• Special Bundle Pricing: Discount on book and videos, depending on purchase volume
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ADVISOR CERTIFICATE ONLINE COURSE
Building Cultural Intelligence For advisors supporting international and immigrant students. Learning Objective • Enable advisors to understand their cultural preferences / implicit bias and how it affects their advising efficacy
Course At-a-Glance Pre-Work • Globesmart online assessment for personal profile • My Family’s Cultural History Week 1 What’s Your Cultural Preference / Bias and Why Does It Impact Advising Efficacy? Week 2 Helping” Cultural Outsider” Students Feel Belonging so They Can Succeed Week 3 10 Steps for an Effective Advising Session Week 4 Building Your Ongoing Cultural Fluency Course start time pre-scheduled. Self-guided learning content with weekly live online discussion and Q&A
Learn more at www.dreambridgelearning.com/building-cultural-intelligence-for-advisors/ 6
Questions & Inquiries Phone: 617-395-9232 x101 Email: info@dreambridgepartners.com Website: www.dreambridgepartners.com/universities
We look forward to collaborating with you to improve your international students' satisfaction and success. If you enjoy our Guide, please share it with a friend or colleague!
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