How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes

1. How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes IDP Seminar, Helsinki, January 31, 2007 Marko Korkeakoski, Programme Coordinator, RAMK Ulla Weijo, Dean, LAMK

2. Common platform for IDP’s • Currently we have different networks but none of them are directly addressing the needs of International Degree Programmes • Many times IDP’s are also run by terms of Finnish programmes in individual UAS • There is a clear need to establish network that would be the voice and the actor on IDP’s behalf • Right people – light structure – democratic process How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes – Marko Korkeakoski & Ulla Weijo 2007

3. Benefits • We have to think globally – together we are strong! No point in spending scarce resources individually • IDP demands are taken more seriously if we have a network and we speak with one strong voice • More efficient information flow – best practices • We have a lot to learn from each other – this also helps us to get ready for possible tuition fees How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes – Marko Korkeakoski & Ulla Weijo 2007

4. Communication • Lots of great ideas could be shared with better communication – at the moment the annual IDP seminar is the only real place to meet • Each UAS appoints one representative – faster communication and decision making • Possibility of creating a web site – easily accessible relevant information, open discussion area How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes – Marko Korkeakoski & Ulla Weijo 2007

5. Joint Marketing • Building a brand nationally and internationally – what kind of common images can be used? • It makes a lot of sense to work together in this area – if every Degree Programme is willing to invest 2000 Euros for common budget we are talking about a fair amount of money (68 Degree Programmes so far) • Marketing ”Study in English” in Finland and ”Study in Finland” abroad • Long-term approach – where to concentrate? How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes – Marko Korkeakoski & Ulla Weijo 2007

6. Joint Marketing How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes – Marko Korkeakoski & Ulla Weijo 2007

7. Joint Marketing How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes – Marko Korkeakoski & Ulla Weijo 2007

8. Joint Marketing • Four week SubTV campaign ”Study in English” on Conan O’Brien – 56 Degree Programmes participating How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes – Marko Korkeakoski & Ulla Weijo 2007

9. Other areas • Cooperation in other areas should be deepen as well – coming up with common rules and policies for students transferring to other UAS • Designing new curriculums and exchanging information about good and working practices • Producing entrance exams for Finland, Asia, Africa & elsewhere How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes – Marko Korkeakoski & Ulla Weijo 2007

10. Cooperation • Close cooperation with other networks (Asia Network, Africa-network, Pinnet, CIMO etc.) • Cooperation with National Board of Education • Possibly organising entrance exams abroad in countries important for us (i.e. other than Asia & Africa) How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes – Marko Korkeakoski & Ulla Weijo 2007

11. Your comments • Does this make sense? • Would you be interested of being part of this kind of cooperation? • What areas are the most important? • Is there something that should be changed or improved? • Comments, questions, criticism, feedback...? How to Organise National Cooperation among International Degree Programmes – Marko Korkeakoski & Ulla Weijo 2007