Adjusting to other cultures: United States

Are you preparing to go to the US? You may want to read this interesting article on first meetings, where you can learn what to do and what to avoid doing to make a good first impression.
http://www.headbloom.com/index.php/resources/post/that_critical_first_meeting/

University rankings need to be handled with care

I just read this really interesting article written by Phil Baty, who is Editor of The Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Definitely worth reading as it questions what rankings encompass and what aspects they are still unable to reflect. http://www.universityworldnews.com/article.php?story=20120621162206248

Si estás considerando hacer una carrera académica internacional…

el sitio http://qsaim.com/jobs?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=grouppost&utm_campaign=Daniel_post&goback=%2Egde_129709_member_126651227 (en inglés) es un muy buen punto de partida ya que actualmente cuenta con más de 2900 ofertas de trabajo en distintos lugares del mundo.

Want to pursue an international academic career?

You may want to start your search at http://qsaim.com/jobs?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=grouppost&utm_campaign=Daniel_post&goback=%2Egde_129709_member_126651227. With over 2900 current jobs, it is a great resource.

Thinking about working overseas? Read this!

If you are considering working overseas, these are some good websites you may want to check out:
http://au.jobrapido.com/-  quite complete international job finder.
http://www.overseas-exile.com/search/label/jobs- this is a blog created by an American expat who has lived in several countries. It is interesting not only because of the job information, but also because it provides some interesting comments on the pros and cons of being an expatriate. Check out the March 16th entry, which includes a list of job search websites by country.
http://www.backdoorjobs.com/adventureabroad.html- if you are more of the outdoors type, do not miss this resource!
http://www.expatinfodesk.com/blog/2011/02/14/5-things-you-should-consider-before-accepting-a-job-abroad/- very complete outlook on things you should consider before accepting a job overseas as well as many tips from people who have been there.
http://www.liveworkabroad.com/-  this is another comprehensive source of information to consider when thinking about working abroad.

Becas para Másters Online

EALDE-Universidad Francisco de Vitoria ofrece programas Másters Online (MBA, MBA Executive y Máster en Dirección Comercial y de Marketing) de carácter Internacional, dirigidos a titulados Universitarios a través de una metodología online de alta calidad orientada a transformar profesionales en ejecutivos eficientes.
Los principales elementos diferenciales son:
Misma titulación que un Máster presencial en la Universidad Francisco de Vitoria.
Entorno de aprendizaje internacional.
Metodología Online basada en el método del caso.
Alta participación y tutorías personalizadas.
Claustro de profesores de alto perfil empresarial y ejecutivo.
Los residentes latinoamericanos pueden solicitar una de las becas que cubren el 50% del importe de matrícula. Las Becas serán concedidas por riguroso orden de llegada.