My decision to embark on an MBA journey was driven by my desire to enhance business acumen, access invaluable networking opportunities, and propel my career forward. 

An MBA is not merely a credential; it is a gateway to leadership roles and higher-level positions that require advanced strategic thinking. The comprehensive curriculum of an MBA programme, encompassing finance, marketing, operations and strategy, equips professionals with the skills necessary to excel in a competitive business landscape.

Born and raised in Quang Ngai, a small coastal town in central Vietnam, I never imagined my journey would take me to the halls of the United Nations.

From a young age, I felt a strong desire to give back to my community, however small my contribution might be. Whether it was volunteering to teach at an orphanage or helping to clean up after flooding, I wanted to make a difference.

As a school counsellor, I often encounter students and parents, grappling with the prospect of a gap year: “I don’t know what to do, I didn’t get into any of the universities I wanted to go to.” 

With dejected faces, misty eyes and slumped shoulders, they struggle to come to terms with their situation. This guide aims to help students navigate their gap year with purpose and enthusiasm, enabling them to view it as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity rather than a wasted year.

The Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship is a New Zealand government scholarship, providing funding for students wishing to study in the island nation. 

The scholarships are open to students from selected countries in the Pacific, Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe. 

An applicant’s study programme will need to be related to their country’s human resource and development needs. After the programme is complete, students will be expected to return home to make a positive difference in their home countries.

A-level results day is a crucial moment for students. If you didn’t get the grades you were hoping for, it doesn’t necessarily mean an immediate change of plans is required. It’s essential to take a step back and consider what your results mean for you. 

Are you aiming for a specific career that requires certain qualifications or are you looking forward to campus life and the opportunity to live away from home and explore a new city? Having these conversations beforehand can help you make informed decisions if things don’t go as planned.

I started looking at universities in Year 12 and I was so excited; both my parents went so I knew what to expect and I also wanted to branch out and leave my hometown. I worked hard and overachieved at GCSE level and put myself through the entry process for dentistry including aptitude tests and interviews. 

A level results day is this week – and up and down the country, many of you will be receiving your exam results and making decisions about the next stage of your lives. 

And a large proportion will be planning on enrolling at a university or other higher education institution after the summer.

For some students, the process is easy – results received, you have met the conditions of your offer from a university and so you accept that offer and begin the celebrations.

For others, the process isn’t quite as clear-cut. 

A-Level Results Day is both an exciting and stressful day for students. For many, it’s a moment of triumph, while for others, it might be a mix of relief and uncertainty. 

Thousands of students each year will have to decide whether to utilise the clearing process. Often misunderstood and stigmatised, many view clearing as a last resort, a backup plan for those who didn’t secure their first-choice university. 

With A-level results day fast approaching in the UK (results are out on 15 August), students will be eager to find out whether they have achieved their first (or second) choice of university.

If you’re receiving your A-level results this year, you may have heard of clearing. This is the process students can go through if they don’t receive the grades they were expecting and miss out on their first and insurance places.  

Our guide to Ucas clearing explains what it is, how to apply and when, so you can use clearing to your advantage.