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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Flexibility, Mental Health & Global Reach: What Prospective Master's Students Want Most
Candidates for business school continue to highly value format flexibility, according to a new survey by CarringtonCrisp in association with EFMD As international MBA programs face shrinking interest, a new study shows that business master's degrees remain in high demand — especially those offering flexibility, affordability, and mental health support. According to Tomorrow's Masters 2025, a global survey by CarringtonCrisp in association with EFMD, 40% of respondents still want to study outside their home country. Meanwhile, 43% are interested in international education without leaving home — whether through online delivery or transnational programs where schools operate overseas campuses. 'The arrival of new and flexible delivery modes for master's degrees are opening up opportunities for those that may not want an MBA but do want to add key skills to help them in their work,' says Andrew Crisp, author of the report and co-founder of CarringtonCrisp. The study surveyed 2,654 individuals from 34 countries, with a mix of traditional and non-traditional candidates. Results indicate a growing number of post-experience applicants — those with several years of work behind them — entering the master's market, driven by career growth ambitions and new learning formats that accommodate professional life. Among post-experience candidates, 11% say they are actively applying to business master's programs, compared to 8% of pre-experience candidates. Cost remains a concern across the board, but post-experience applicants appear more financially prepared: 28% report they can pay tuition without external help, compared to just 16% of younger applicants. Still, more than a third of post-experience respondents cite affordability as a significant barrier. Crisp acknowledges that 'challenges exist, most notably affordability, with living costs and fees seen as a barrier to study by many.' One solution? Flexible, modular programs. Nearly one-third of respondents say they are 'very interested' in low-cost master's offerings that provide skill updates over time. Similarly, 28% are drawn to 'micromasters' or stackable qualifications earned just-in-time, while 22% are keen to complete their degrees across several years in a modular format. These findings suggest business schools have a growing opportunity to cater to experienced professionals, but delivery models must adapt. 'For business schools, there is a growing opportunity to deliver business master's degrees to candidates with several years' work experience,' Crisp explains, 'but delivery may not be in the classroom, and even when it is, it might be on a satellite campus.' Another emerging trend in student decision-making: mental health. Nearly one in five prospective students (18%) say their well-being is a priority when choosing where to study. Of those, 46% want support available from the moment they enter business school, while 35% would continue to seek help in the year following graduation. This signals a wider shift in how students view the educational experience — not just as a career investment, but as a holistic personal journey. While the traditional 'study abroad' model still appeals to many, the rise of transnational education and remote learning has opened new paths for global exposure. The report finds that many prospective students value international faculty, curriculum, and classmates — but are willing to engage from home. This shift is particularly relevant for schools seeking to expand their global reach without depending solely on full-time residential programs. It also reflects the growing appeal of hybrid and digital-first formats developed during the pandemic. 'Those already working can advance their career by studying for a further degree with an international business school but do so remotely over an extended time period,' says Crisp. Read the full report here. DON'T MISS and The post Flexibility, Mental Health & Global Reach: What Prospective Master's Students Want Most appeared first on Poets&Quants.
ABC News
29-04-2025
- Health
- ABC News
Ambulance Victoria confirms it allowed a second COVID-era illegal post-funeral gathering
A second illegal COVID-era funeral gathering hosted by Ambulance Victoria has come to light a week after Ambulance Victoria (AV) has confirmed a second post-funeral honour guard took place for a deceased paramedic in 2021, which was unauthorised under lockdown restrictions at the time. The organisation's interim chief executive officer Andrew Crisp confirmed on Wednesday that he was aware of "two guards of honour that occurred in 2021". "Members of the executive team involved in organising these events are no longer at Ambulance Victoria and our current leadership team does not support these actions," he said. Photo shows An ambulance in Melbourne's CBD. Ambulance Victoria has confirmed its staff arranged a gathering of 40 people to farewell a colleague who had died at a time when the state's COVID-19 rules capped funerals at 10. "These events should not have happened, and we regret the impact of these historic events on our people and the broader community." Mr Crisp said Victorians could have confidence in the state's paramedics to provide the best care to the community every day. It is not clear what date the second honour guard event took place, or how many people were in attendance. The event he confirmed on Wednesday has been made public a week after an anonymous submission to a parliamentary enquiry into the state's ambulance services revealed a very similar event on 30 September 2021, which was discreetly organised for a different paramedic who had died. AV said both gatherings were reported to the Independent Broad-based Anti-Corruption Commission (IBAC) in 2022. AV commissioned an independent, external body to investigate the gathering, though the result of the probe is unclear. The other honour guard event was was investigated internally. The Victorian Ambulance Union has told the ABC the gathering took place after a funeral ceremony in the form of an 'honour guard' as the family of the deceased paramedic and the hearse drove past. The union said there was no suggestion the family did anything wrong or that the funeral itself was conducted incorrectly. It said paramedics put in a request to conduct the honour guard and received approval from the CEO beforehand — they wouldn't have done anything without approval. The union said the actions of senior management and the subsequent investigation into the gathering should be questioned, not the actions of individual paramedics.
Sky News AU
23-04-2025
- Health
- Sky News AU
Ambulance Victoria under fire after illegal funeral involving up to 40 people during Covid pandemic exposed in parliament inquiry
A secret funeral held for an Ambulance Victoria paramedic has come under the microscope in a parliament inquiry into the state agency. The funeral came under investigation following a submission to the inquiry about the event which was held in September 2021, the Herald Sun reported. Up to 40 people attended the secret service for the former colleague, including paramedics of various roles including the Ambulance Victoria commander, area managers, clinical support officers and the Pipes and Drums Band. At the time, strict restrictions were in place on social gatherings, with a 10-person limit enforced by the former Andrews government. This meant many loved ones were unable to farewell friends and family who died during the lockdown. According to the submission, an email chain organising the event said the location was chosen to "avoid public eyes". It also said there were on-shift paramedics that objected to the funeral, but were still directed to "rearrange ambulances for the event" and to hand over the keys to their ambulances "to allow the beacons to be turned on for the hearse". "The public was expected to abide by the public health restrictions and people were unable to go to their loved one's funerals," the submission read. "Many staff were distressed by the event, their wellbeing was significantly impacted, and morale plummeted." Acting Ambulance Victoria CEO Andrew Crisp, who was not in charge at the time of the funeral, didn't object to any of the claims put forward in the submission. "Ambulance Victoria is aware of a funeral gathering that regrettably took place during a challenging time for all Victorians," he said. "The gathering contravened Victorian Covid-19 restrictions and was not in line with AV's values or our commitment to public safety and community trust. "We continue to engage with the Legal and Social Issues Committee Inquiry with a genuine desire to improve our workplace and the services we provide." The funeral was allegedly approved by senior Victoria Ambulance management. Its approval was later referred to the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission and an internal AV inquiry. The Ambulance Victoria internal inquiry's findings remain secret, with shadow health spokesperson Georgie Crozier calling for the details to be made public. "AV Needs to release in full the report into the investigation they undertook," she said. "Victorians deserve to understand why this occurred, and what action was taken."
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Report: Alumni Crave Lifelong Learning, But Few Plan A Return To B-School
Despite strong demand for lifelong learning among business school graduates, most alumni are looking beyond their alma maters to meet those needs, according to a new global study. The Alumni Matters report, released by education consultancy CarringtonCrisp in partnership with EFMD, surveyed 2,130 alumni across 87 countries. It found that while nearly half (46%) of respondents are eager for more learning opportunities, only 30% plan to return to their business school for further education. Instead, alumni are calling for more tailored support from their former institutions. Seven in ten (70%) want business schools to create specific learning programs for alumni, while 64% are seeking online access to faculty content and 61% are looking for preferential rates for additional study. 'Lifelong learning is one of the priorities for alumni, and there is a clear indication that they expect favorable rates and access from their business schools,' says Andrew Crisp, co-founder of CarringtonCrisp and author of the report, in a news release accompanying it. 'If they are not able to get this, they are very willing to go elsewhere.' The findings suggest a missed opportunity for business schools but also point to a potential path forward. Crisp says that institutions could develop partnerships with external providers to broaden their lifelong learning offerings. More than half of respondents (51%) expressed interest in pursuing another full-time degree, such as an MBA, EMBA, or other master's. Postgraduate certificates or diplomas (45%) and short non-degree executive education courses (43%) were also popular. A majority (51%) preferred either fully online or blended learning formats. Beyond academic learning, alumni are seeking deeper engagement with their business schools. Nearly half (45%) would like to attend annual community events combining networking and learning. Others expressed a desire to contribute to student career development (42%) and curriculum design (41%). Some 39% are interested in collaborating with fellow alumni on charitable or NGO projects. Career support remains a top priority. Just under half (48%) of respondents want improved alumni career services, with 46% asking for easier ways to connect with fellow graduates and the same number requesting more learning opportunities. Entrepreneurship also emerged as a major theme. Four in ten alumni (41%) want support for starting a business. Among this group, 62% are looking to invest in new ventures, 52% are in the early planning stages of launching a business, and 45% are already founders seeking a stronger entrepreneurial network. 'The global job market is changing quickly due to technological, economic, and societal factors,' Crisp says. 'Having several different careers is becoming the norm, and alumni are looking to their business schools for help to get up-to-date skills, knowledge, and experience. It's an open door for schools willing to adapt.' Read the full report here. DON'T MISS The post Report: Alumni Crave Lifelong Learning, But Few Plan A Return To B-School appeared first on Poets&Quants.
