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The US education system explained
For families moving to the US, the education system can appear bewildering. We take a look at everything from the K-12 programme to SATs, ACTs and Advanced Placement.
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Education in Spain: the options for relocating families
We explore the schooling options for families relocating to Spain, with tips and advice from experts on the ground.
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The International Baccalaureate
Thanks to its international transferability, rigour and breadth of study, the highly regarded International Baccalaureate (widely referred to as the IB) has become a popular choice for globally mobile families seeking an internationally transferable curriculum for their children.
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Family support and its relocation policy implications
Relocation affects not just employees but the whole family. Find out about the importance of family support in making a positive difference to both domestic and international relocation outcomes.
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International Schools in Singapore
Singapore continues to attract many expatriates and when it comes to schools, relocating families will find plenty of choice, and places in most of the country’s international schools. We assess the current state of provision.
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Education and international schools in Malaysia
Malaysia has 171 English-medium international schools and is set to open more. Discover how the country plans to meet demand for international school places.
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Growing demand for international schools in Europe and Asia
A rapidly shifting international schools market could lead to more choice for relocating families in the long run.
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Is AI following gender stereotypes?
Robots, AI and technology - what does it mean for our collective future that technology is increasingly human-like and gendered? And, what does it tell us about our capacity to create a very human future?
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Agile employment solutions: powering global growth
As significant uncertainty abounds on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean and beyond, investment decisions and how best to service growth have become even more challenging. Yet for innovative companies operating in growing sectors, their agility is helping them to develop globally. Ruth Holmes spoke to Portas Global’s managing director, Carlos Ruiz to find out more.
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Millennials on the move
As millennials gain an increasing share of mobility opportunities, relocation professionals must consider the policy components that motivate and support them. Millennials’ predisposition to travel suggests a less generous policy may be needed, reducing costs – but could millennial policy segmentation be a step too far? Dr Sue Shortland takes a closer look.
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UK trade talks highlight priority markets: relocation hotspots after Brexit?
A targeted strategy that hones in on essential trading countries is the UK’s best chance of a decent Brexit deal, suggest policy experts. David Sapsted examines the mad rush of global trade discussions that have taken place in recent months.
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India welcomes changes to same-sex laws
India saw a monumental turnover of its discriminatory same–sex laws this September, making the country a more attractive destination for relocating LGBT employees. Rohit Kumar, co-founder and managing director of IKAN Relocations describes the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
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Decoding the 2018 school exam results
This summer, students around the world received the results of their May examinations in GCSEs, A Levels, Scottish Highers and the IB Diploma. But recent reforms to A Levels and GCSEs have left parents and employers confused over how to interpret results. We explain all you need to know.
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Bilingual education – a competitive advantage
There are many studies exploring the positive impact of bilingualism on brain function. A second language can give students a distinct advantage in a highly competitive and globalised world, says Andrew Coombe of Cambridge Assessment International Education.
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Coaching: your secret weapon
With so much change impacting industry sectors and employers, it is not surprising that HR directors are increasingly turning to coaching as a way to support their organisations. Fiona Murchie explores some opportunities for readers.
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New ONS data links gender and ethnicity pay gaps to location
Experimental analysis from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows how young people’s gender, ethnicity and geographic mobility all impact their earnings progression and wage growth.
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Full-time gender pay gap closes to 8.6%
Employer and government efforts to close the gap in men and women’s hourly earnings were rewarded today as new figures suggest the difference has closed.
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Immigration on the agenda at serviced apartment event
Hilary Bagshaw, Home Office EU Exit Immigration Policy Stakeholder Engagement Lead, will be addressing delegates at next month’s Association of Serviced Apartment Providers' convention.
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Food for thought on gender pay gap and inclusion at PwC breakfast briefing
In a year dominated by Brexit, gender pay gap reporting garnered just as many headlines on the business pages in 2018 reflecting the complexity and importance of both issues, and the government's key role in highlighting and overcoming the challenges women face in the workplace.
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Global Mobility industry gets creative
Global mobility professionals capture the mood of business and international operators faced with new market opportunities in international business growth and travel but an uncertain global political environment.
