Studying abroad at 'home'
It is a huge decision for any student to choose to study in a foreign country, but children of expatriates working in Denmark ave to make the hard choice between going back to their home country or staying to study in Denmark.
Ridhima Kapur, a third year IB student, moved to Denmark with her expatriate parents the year she started at CBS. Though originally planning to study in England, she chose to go with her parents to Denmark because studying is cheaper here than in most other countries.
Vasudha Bajaj, who studies IB at second year, says that she always wanted to go back to her home country, India, and "use her education for the benefit of the common man" in the fast growing economy. She believes that studying at IB and then finishing with a Masters degree will give her the tools to do so.
Vasudha Bajaj, who studies IB at second year, says that she always wanted to go back to her home country, India, and "use her education for the benefit of the common man" in the fast growing economy. She believes that studying at IB and then finishing with a Masters degree will give her the tools to do so.
International options
Vasudha chose the IB programme because it "gives good opportunities to study abroad, as well as work with big multinational companies which seek versatile students." She stresses that what mostly attracted her to IB programme was that it opens a window of options, providing you with all sorts of job opportunities. In addition, she says the IB program is entirely taught in English, which is essential if one's aim is to work in an international environment."
Ridhima chose to study at International Business because it was rated as one of the most competitive and best bachelor courses in Denmark. Moreover, she really wanted to go on the GLOBE Programme. After having studied here for three years, Ridhima says: "I would recommend the IB programme for other expatriates' children because it gives the same international feel as the international schools that they may have studied at."
Vasudha chose the IB programme because it "gives good opportunities to study abroad, as well as work with big multinational companies which seek versatile students." She stresses that what mostly attracted her to IB programme was that it opens a window of options, providing you with all sorts of job opportunities. In addition, she says the IB program is entirely taught in English, which is essential if one's aim is to work in an international environment."
Ridhima chose to study at International Business because it was rated as one of the most competitive and best bachelor courses in Denmark. Moreover, she really wanted to go on the GLOBE Programme. After having studied here for three years, Ridhima says: "I would recommend the IB programme for other expatriates' children because it gives the same international feel as the international schools that they may have studied at."
Understanding environment
"Many IB students have tried living abroad and understand your situation. Also, IB provides not only an understanding of international business but also of Danish business life which will be useful should they want to continue to stay in Denmark. Finally, the reputation of the IB programme and opportunities like GLOBE make it a valuable experience no matter where you are from."
Vasudha states that she would definitely advocate for the IB programme for other expatriates' children since it is the most international program in Denmark: It emphasizes case competitions, exchange possibilities and international career events. "With so many international students, you get an insight into working with many different personalities and cultures, and strengthen your teamwork skills as well as learn to respect cultural differences," she concludes.
Vasudha states that she would definitely advocate for the IB programme for other expatriates' children since it is the most international program in Denmark: It emphasizes case competitions, exchange possibilities and international career events. "With so many international students, you get an insight into working with many different personalities and cultures, and strengthen your teamwork skills as well as learn to respect cultural differences," she concludes.
Louise Søndergaard
Last updated by Andrew Arnold 05/05/2009
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Studying abroad at 'home'
It is a huge decision for any student to choose to study in a foreign country, but children of expatriates working in Denmark have to make the hard choice between going back to their home country or staying to study in Denmark. The International Business programme can also provide good opportunities for foreign students at 'home' in Denmark.
