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How can Education Agents be Prepared for the New Year

Australia’s borders are now open to fully vaccinated international students and Temporary Graduate visa holders. COVID-19 cases are again spiking all over the world by the new Omicron variant. This emergence had also delayed the reopening of international travel in Australia for two weeks. However, the borders are open and the Australian government is planning for a sustainable international education plan and strategy to revive the international education industry. 

As the new year approaches, new opportunities for international education rise. So, being an education agent, here are some of the things you need to prepare.

1. Ensuring you have an efficient filing system

The number of international students will dramatically increase as the borders are now open. Thousands of students who have been waiting for almost two years will now finally be able to pursue their careers in Australia. Also, the Australian government’s strategy for international students will further boost the industry. All this means is higher enrolments for universities and increasing clients for education agents. In such a situation, you need to ensure that you have an efficient filing system that can keep records of all those numbers and data efficiently.

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2. Making sure your education counsellors are trained

Education agents play an important role in making or breaking a deal with your clients. They have a huge responsibility as they can highly influence a student’s career and life-changing decisions. You must make sure that they are well-trained and provide the best counselling services to your clients. In Australia, an education agent counsellor must be a Qualified Education Agent Counsellor (QEAC) certification test. Besides the qualifications, the counsellors must also have good interpersonal skills and a pleasing personality to handle the clients. So, make sure you invest in both qualifications and training for counsellors that would groom their skills and personality.

3. Stay up-to-date about the latest news and regulations

The international education industry is dynamic and so are the updates related to this industry. Also, the policies and regulations related to international education are constantly updating due to the pandemic as well. So, you must well update yourself with all the latest news and regulations. You need to check the official websites and follow government regulations constantly so that you can deliver updated information to your clients efficiently.

4. Prioritize interactions with students through events and fairs

Direct interaction with students is as equally important as getting leads. As Australian universities are opening for international enrollments, plan events and fairs that would help universities and students connect with each other. The events can be virtual or physical. Such an interaction platform is beneficial for students, universities, as well as for agents. Students will get a chance to learn about their aspiring universities directly from the university representatives. Similarly, universities can also get a chance to promote their courses and facilities for potential students. Such interactive events can lead to your higher client conversion.

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Conclusion

The international education sector will take a leap this year as the Australian government is strategically planning for stable and sustainable growth. Enrollments in universities will escalate as compared to the previous year as well. So, keep in mind these few points and take the necessary execution forward to prepare yourself for the new year.

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