INTRODUCTION WHO CAN USE THE IAU INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES ADVISORY SERVICE ?
WHO CAN USE THE IAU INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES ADVISORY SERVICE ?
INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES
ADVISORY SERVICE
Does your institution have an internationalization strategy?
Is the strategy providing a useful roadmap for your institution’s
internationalization efforts?
Are you achieving your internationalization goals?
Does your institution have the necessary support of internal and
external stakeholders to advance internationalization?
Can your internationalization policy be better integrated within
the overall strategic plan of your institution?Ê
The International Association of Universities is launching the new
Internationalization Strategies Advisory Service (ISAS) to work with
institutional leaders and teams to answer these questions and position
their institution to enhance their internationalization strategy and initiatives.
IAU APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY
Higher Education Institutions around the world are
finding that internationalization can no longer be a
sideline in the overall strategic planning process or
policy development. It is central to the definition of a
high quality institution and an important consideration
for IAU Members. Through its new Internationalization
Strategies Advisory Service, the International Associa-
tion of Universities (IAU) can provide expert advice,
up-to-date information and recommend approaches
based on best practice around the world.
IAU has become renowned for its longstanding history
of promoting, studying and documenting trends in
internationalization of higher education and for sharing
this knowledge globally. As IAU Members seek to
increase the level of preparedness of their students for
a more globalized world, to offer new mobility oppor-
tunities for faculty and staff, to review their curriculum
for improved internationalization “at home”, to
strengthen their strategic research alliances or to
develop marketing approaches to attract more
exchange or fee paying international students, they
have asked IAU for assistance so that they can benefit
from the best thinking and practice from institutions
around the world.
To respond to this need, IAU is launching a new Advisory
Service (ISAS) for institutional internationalization
planning and development.
ISAS, is designed to be useful to any Higher Education Institution committed to internationalization, large or small,
in any part of the world, interested in developing, assessing, or improving its internationalization policy and plan.
The overall goal is to help the institution reach its objectives. The IAU alone will not develop a participating
institution’s internationalization strategy. However, the ISAS brings external expertise to bear on the internal
reflection and strategy development of the institution.
Membership in IAU is not a requirement to use this Advisory Service, though priority and discounted fees will
be offered to IAU Members. With this service IAU targets institution-level policy and strategy development,
though requests at the faculty or school level will also be considered.
Working with the IAU Advisory Service can help institutions to:
WHY CALL ON IAU ?
As an association with global reach, IAU brings together
many different perspectives and experiences in interna-
tionalization. This topic has been a major focus for more
than a decade, enabling IAU to engage in sustained
efforts to conduct research and gather examples of
good practice. . The IAU Policy Statements (1998, 2006),
Global Surveys (2003, 2005 and 2009) and international
conferences have served to enhance knowledge and
understanding of the internationalization process and
to provide insights into why institutions pursue it, the
potential benefits and risks it may bring. Additionally,
as an association of very diverse higher education
institutions, IAU understands that each institution
brings a different history, culture, and goals to this work
and that internationalization needs to be embedded in
institutional planning and quality assurance processes.
IAU Expertise
The Internationalization Strategies Advisory Service functions as a partnership between the participating institution
and the IAU. To gain the greatest and most sustainable benefit from the Service, the participating institution must
. Setting the Terms of Reference:
Discussion of institutional goals for engagement
. Expert Panel Institutional Site Visit:
Site visits and face-to-face meetings with as many
IAU has extensive experience in research on internationalization trends and in policy and advocacy about the
principles of internationalization of Higher Education. The expertise and international experience held by IAU staff
commit time and attention to the exercise. The preparatory activities undertaken by the institutional team and with the Advisory Service with IAU staff. of the institutional actors as possible are a necessary in this area is considerable, though the most important IAU asset is its vast global network of experts which it maintains
their engagement are critical to the outcome of the overall project. This investment will be matched by IAU and
the international team of experts assembled specifically to offer each institution a range of supports tailored to their
interests and needs.
. Institutional Self Study:
Sound information is critical to the overall process.
ingredient to probe beyond the written policies and
strategies. The site visit will provide the Expert Panel
with insights on the institutional ethos and culture,
through links and collaborative relationships with institutions and associations from around the world.
This international roster of experts will be called upon in the constitution of all Expert Panels that will work with IAU
in each project within this Advisory Service.
The institution will be, at the outset, invited to and the implementation of internationalization policies
The IAU approach is advisory rather than evaluative; it is interactive rather than prescriptive. appoint a broad-based team that will develop an and programs.
ISAS Fee
in-depth and comprehensive baseline document
Internationalization is a highly contextualized process determined by many factors including the local, national reporting on the policies, strategies, administrative Institutional site visits of 3 or 4 working days’
The ISAS service is available to all IAU Members and non Member Higher Education Institutions on a fee basis. The
or regional realities, institutional goals, capacities, resources, size and disciplinary focus. For this reason, the IAU structures, processes and activities that are in place durations can include a series of interviews,
.
fees are set annually and are non-inclusive of international travel for site visit by Expert Panel. They are established in
tailors its approach to each institution’s needs. Specific institutional objectives will serve to establish the parameters to promote internationalization. The report will serve workshops or private meetings with key staff
accordance with the categories used for IAU membership fees, applying lower fees for institutions in low income
Develop a new internationalization strategy or review and refine an existing one; for the review and shape the response of the IAU Advisory Service. The IAU will put in place a tailored service which as the informational infrastructure for the analysis members and students or any other approach
.
countries than for those in high income countries. To learn about the fees, please contact IAU
will normally include: of the current state of internationalization. suitable and feasible to the participating institution
.
Enhance the visibility of institutional goals and commitment to internationalization;
Align internationalization with the wider institutional strategic planning process;
. Selection of the IAU Expert Panel:
The Advisory Service is coordinated by IAU but .
and the Expert Panel.
Panel Report:
. Create institution-wide synergy and coherence among disparate education and research
internationalization strategies;
undertaken with a panel of three or more interna-
tionally recognized experts in internationalization.
Experts will be proposed to the participating institu-
Based on the information provided in the self-study, the
analysis of available documentation on the institutional
and/or national policy context, and learning from the site
.
tion and the final selection will be made jointly by How to Apply for the IAU Advisory Service?
visit, the Panel will prepare a report analyzing the interna-
Assess the strengths and weakness of the existing strategies, organizational approaches, IAU and the participating institution. At least one tionalization policy and process, including the decision-
programs and activities used to reach internationalization objectives; Panel member will have sound expertise of the making structures and activities at the institution. It will Requests for information and to apply to this IAU
. Mobilize a more coherent institutional approach to developing internationalization activities;
national or similar higher education systems as that
of the participating institution.
highlight the accomplishments and strengths, while also
noting areas for improvement. This Panel Report will
Advisory Service can be sent to the association
throughout the year; they will be considered at all
. Demonstrate the overall importance assigned to internationalization by the institution.
.
include recommendations for future action.
All reports and written material prepared as part of this
times. Interested institutions are invited to write to
Mr. Ross Hudson, IAU Programme Officer at
r.hudson@iau-aiu.net. Discussions about scope,
Advisory Service will be confidential and remain the timelines and other modalities will determine the next
property of the institution. The institution will have sole steps.
discretion to publish or disseminate these reports.
. Follow up: A follow-up monitoring visit or further ‘feed
back’ sessions with the institution could also be envisaged
by the Panel or by IAU, should the institution wish.
IAU Secretariat - UNESCO House – 1, rue Miollis, F-75732 Paris Cedex 15, France
Telephone : +33 (0)1 45 68 48 00 – Fax : +33 (0) 1 47 34 76 05 – iau@iau-aiu.net - www.iau-aiu.net

INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES
ADVISORY SERVICE
Does your institution have an internationalization strategy?
Is the strategy providing a useful roadmap for your institution’s
internationalization efforts?
Are you achieving your internationalization goals?
Does your institution have the necessary support of internal and
external stakeholders to advance internationalization?
Can your internationalization policy be better integrated within
the overall strategic plan of your institution?Ê
The International Association of Universities is launching the new
Internationalization Strategies Advisory Service (ISAS) to work with
institutional leaders and teams to answer these questions and position
their institution to enhance their internationalization strategy and initiatives.
INTRODUCTION
Higher Education Institutions around the world are
finding that internationalization can no longer be a
sideline in the overall strategic planning process or
policy development. It is central to the definition of a
high quality institution and an important consideration
for IAU Members. Through its new Internationalization
Strategies Advisory Service, the International Associa-
tion of Universities (IAU) can provide expert advice,
up-to-date information and recommend approaches
based on best practice around the world.
IAU has become renowned for its longstanding history
of promoting, studying and documenting trends in
internationalization of higher education and for sharing
this knowledge globally. As IAU Members seek to
increase the level of preparedness of their students for
a more globalized world, to offer new mobility oppor-
tunities for faculty and staff, to review their curriculum
for improved internationalization “at home”, to
strengthen their strategic research alliances or to
develop marketing approaches to attract more
exchange or fee paying international students, they
have asked IAU for assistance so that they can benefit
from the best thinking and practice from institutions
around the world.
To respond to this need, IAU is launching a new Advisory
Service (ISAS) for institutional internationalization
planning and development.
WHO CAN USE THE IAU INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES ADVISORY SERVICE ? IAU APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY IAU Expertise
ISAS, is designed to be useful to any Higher Education Institution committed to internationalization, large or small,
in any part of the world, interested in developing, assessing, or improving its internationalization policy and plan.
The Internationalization Strategies Advisory Service functions as a partnership between the participating institution
and the IAU. To gain the greatest and most sustainable benefit from the Service, the participating institution must
. Setting the Terms of Reference:
Discussion of institutional goals for engagement
. Expert Panel Institutional Site Visit:
Site visits and face-to-face meetings with as many
IAU has extensive experience in research on internationalization trends and in policy and advocacy about the
principles of internationalization of Higher Education. The expertise and international experience held by IAU staff
The overall goal is to help the institution reach its objectives. The IAU alone will not develop a participating commit time and attention to the exercise. The preparatory activities undertaken by the institutional team and with the Advisory Service with IAU staff. of the institutional actors as possible are a necessary in this area is considerable, though the most important IAU asset is its vast global network of experts which it maintains
institution’s internationalization strategy. However, the ISAS brings external expertise to bear on the internal
reflection and strategy development of the institution.
their engagement are critical to the outcome of the overall project. This investment will be matched by IAU and
the international team of experts assembled specifically to offer each institution a range of supports tailored to their
interests and needs.
. Institutional Self Study:
Sound information is critical to the overall process.
ingredient to probe beyond the written policies and
strategies. The site visit will provide the Expert Panel
with insights on the institutional ethos and culture,
through links and collaborative relationships with institutions and associations from around the world.
This international roster of experts will be called upon in the constitution of all Expert Panels that will work with IAU
in each project within this Advisory Service.
Membership in IAU is not a requirement to use this Advisory Service, though priority and discounted fees will The institution will be, at the outset, invited to and the implementation of internationalization policies
be offered to IAU Members. With this service IAU targets institution-level policy and strategy development, The IAU approach is advisory rather than evaluative; it is interactive rather than prescriptive. appoint a broad-based team that will develop an and programs.
ISAS Fee
though requests at the faculty or school level will also be considered. in-depth and comprehensive baseline document
Internationalization is a highly contextualized process determined by many factors including the local, national reporting on the policies, strategies, administrative Institutional site visits of 3 or 4 working days’
The ISAS service is available to all IAU Members and non Member Higher Education Institutions on a fee basis. The
Working with the IAU Advisory Service can help institutions to: or regional realities, institutional goals, capacities, resources, size and disciplinary focus. For this reason, the IAU structures, processes and activities that are in place durations can include a series of interviews,
.
fees are set annually and are non-inclusive of international travel for site visit by Expert Panel. They are established in
tailors its approach to each institution’s needs. Specific institutional objectives will serve to establish the parameters to promote internationalization. The report will serve workshops or private meetings with key staff
accordance with the categories used for IAU membership fees, applying lower fees for institutions in low income
WHY CALL ON IAU ? Develop a new internationalization strategy or review and refine an existing one; for the review and shape the response of the IAU Advisory Service. The IAU will put in place a tailored service which as the informational infrastructure for the analysis members and students or any other approach
.
countries than for those in high income countries. To learn about the fees, please contact IAU
will normally include: of the current state of internationalization. suitable and feasible to the participating institution
As an association with global reach, IAU brings together
many different perspectives and experiences in interna-
tionalization. This topic has been a major focus for more .
Enhance the visibility of institutional goals and commitment to internationalization;
Align internationalization with the wider institutional strategic planning process;
. Selection of the IAU Expert Panel:
The Advisory Service is coordinated by IAU but .
and the Expert Panel.
Panel Report:
than a decade, enabling IAU to engage in sustained
efforts to conduct research and gather examples of
good practice. . The IAU Policy Statements (1998, 2006),
. Create institution-wide synergy and coherence among disparate education and research
internationalization strategies;
undertaken with a panel of three or more interna-
tionally recognized experts in internationalization.
Experts will be proposed to the participating institu-
Based on the information provided in the self-study, the
analysis of available documentation on the institutional
and/or national policy context, and learning from the site
.
Global Surveys (2003, 2005 and 2009) and international tion and the final selection will be made jointly by How to Apply for the IAU Advisory Service?
visit, the Panel will prepare a report analyzing the interna-
conferences have served to enhance knowledge and Assess the strengths and weakness of the existing strategies, organizational approaches, IAU and the participating institution. At least one tionalization policy and process, including the decision-
understanding of the internationalization process and programs and activities used to reach internationalization objectives; Panel member will have sound expertise of the making structures and activities at the institution. It will Requests for information and to apply to this IAU
to provide insights into why institutions pursue it, the
potential benefits and risks it may bring. Additionally, . Mobilize a more coherent institutional approach to developing internationalization activities;
national or similar higher education systems as that
of the participating institution.
highlight the accomplishments and strengths, while also
noting areas for improvement. This Panel Report will
Advisory Service can be sent to the association
throughout the year; they will be considered at all
as an association of very diverse higher education
institutions, IAU understands that each institution
brings a different history, culture, and goals to this work
. Demonstrate the overall importance assigned to internationalization by the institution.
.
include recommendations for future action.
All reports and written material prepared as part of this
times. Interested institutions are invited to write to
Mr. Ross Hudson, IAU Programme Officer at
r.hudson@iau-aiu.net. Discussions about scope,
and that internationalization needs to be embedded in Advisory Service will be confidential and remain the timelines and other modalities will determine the next
institutional planning and quality assurance processes. property of the institution. The institution will have sole steps.
discretion to publish or disseminate these reports.
. Follow up: A follow-up monitoring visit or further ‘feed
back’ sessions with the institution could also be envisaged
by the Panel or by IAU, should the institution wish.
IAU Secretariat - UNESCO House – 1, rue Miollis, F-75732 Paris Cedex 15, France
Telephone : +33 (0)1 45 68 48 00 – Fax : +33 (0) 1 47 34 76 05 – iau@iau-aiu.net - www.iau-aiu.net

INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES
ADVISORY SERVICE
Does your institution have an internationalization strategy?
Is the strategy providing a useful roadmap for your institution’s
internationalization efforts?
Are you achieving your internationalization goals?
Does your institution have the necessary support of internal and
external stakeholders to advance internationalization?
Can your internationalization policy be better integrated within
the overall strategic plan of your institution?Ê
The International Association of Universities is launching the new
Internationalization Strategies Advisory Service (ISAS) to work with
institutional leaders and teams to answer these questions and position
their institution to enhance their internationalization strategy and initiatives.
INTRODUCTION
Higher Education Institutions around the world are
finding that internationalization can no longer be a
sideline in the overall strategic planning process or
policy development. It is central to the definition of a
high quality institution and an important consideration
for IAU Members. Through its new Internationalization
Strategies Advisory Service, the International Associa-
tion of Universities (IAU) can provide expert advice,
up-to-date information and recommend approaches
based on best practice around the world.
IAU has become renowned for its longstanding history
of promoting, studying and documenting trends in
internationalization of higher education and for sharing
this knowledge globally. As IAU Members seek to
increase the level of preparedness of their students for
a more globalized world, to offer new mobility oppor-
tunities for faculty and staff, to review their curriculum
for improved internationalization “at home”, to
strengthen their strategic research alliances or to
develop marketing approaches to attract more
exchange or fee paying international students, they
have asked IAU for assistance so that they can benefit
from the best thinking and practice from institutions
around the world.
To respond to this need, IAU is launching a new Advisory
Service (ISAS) for institutional internationalization
planning and development.
WHO CAN USE THE IAU INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES ADVISORY SERVICE ? IAU APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY IAU Expertise
ISAS, is designed to be useful to any Higher Education Institution committed to internationalization, large or small,
in any part of the world, interested in developing, assessing, or improving its internationalization policy and plan.
The Internationalization Strategies Advisory Service functions as a partnership between the participating institution
and the IAU. To gain the greatest and most sustainable benefit from the Service, the participating institution must
. Setting the Terms of Reference:
Discussion of institutional goals for engagement
. Expert Panel Institutional Site Visit:
Site visits and face-to-face meetings with as many
IAU has extensive experience in research on internationalization trends and in policy and advocacy about the
principles of internationalization of Higher Education. The expertise and international experience held by IAU staff
The overall goal is to help the institution reach its objectives. The IAU alone will not develop a participating commit time and attention to the exercise. The preparatory activities undertaken by the institutional team and with the Advisory Service with IAU staff. of the institutional actors as possible are a necessary in this area is considerable, though the most important IAU asset is its vast global network of experts which it maintains
institution’s internationalization strategy. However, the ISAS brings external expertise to bear on the internal
reflection and strategy development of the institution.
their engagement are critical to the outcome of the overall project. This investment will be matched by IAU and
the international team of experts assembled specifically to offer each institution a range of supports tailored to their
interests and needs.
. Institutional Self Study:
Sound information is critical to the overall process.
ingredient to probe beyond the written policies and
strategies. The site visit will provide the Expert Panel
with insights on the institutional ethos and culture,
through links and collaborative relationships with institutions and associations from around the world.
This international roster of experts will be called upon in the constitution of all Expert Panels that will work with IAU
in each project within this Advisory Service.
Membership in IAU is not a requirement to use this Advisory Service, though priority and discounted fees will The institution will be, at the outset, invited to and the implementation of internationalization policies
be offered to IAU Members. With this service IAU targets institution-level policy and strategy development, The IAU approach is advisory rather than evaluative; it is interactive rather than prescriptive. appoint a broad-based team that will develop an and programs.
ISAS Fee
though requests at the faculty or school level will also be considered. in-depth and comprehensive baseline document
Internationalization is a highly contextualized process determined by many factors including the local, national reporting on the policies, strategies, administrative Institutional site visits of 3 or 4 working days’
The ISAS service is available to all IAU Members and non Member Higher Education Institutions on a fee basis. The
Working with the IAU Advisory Service can help institutions to: or regional realities, institutional goals, capacities, resources, size and disciplinary focus. For this reason, the IAU structures, processes and activities that are in place durations can include a series of interviews,
.
fees are set annually and are non-inclusive of international travel for site visit by Expert Panel. They are established in
tailors its approach to each institution’s needs. Specific institutional objectives will serve to establish the parameters to promote internationalization. The report will serve workshops or private meetings with key staff
accordance with the categories used for IAU membership fees, applying lower fees for institutions in low income
WHY CALL ON IAU ? Develop a new internationalization strategy or review and refine an existing one; for the review and shape the response of the IAU Advisory Service. The IAU will put in place a tailored service which as the informational infrastructure for the analysis members and students or any other approach
.
countries than for those in high income countries. To learn about the fees, please contact IAU
will normally include: of the current state of internationalization. suitable and feasible to the participating institution
As an association with global reach, IAU brings together
many different perspectives and experiences in interna-
tionalization. This topic has been a major focus for more .
Enhance the visibility of institutional goals and commitment to internationalization;
Align internationalization with the wider institutional strategic planning process;
. Selection of the IAU Expert Panel:
The Advisory Service is coordinated by IAU but .
and the Expert Panel.
Panel Report:
than a decade, enabling IAU to engage in sustained
efforts to conduct research and gather examples of
good practice. . The IAU Policy Statements (1998, 2006),
. Create institution-wide synergy and coherence among disparate education and research
internationalization strategies;
undertaken with a panel of three or more interna-
tionally recognized experts in internationalization.
Experts will be proposed to the participating institu-
Based on the information provided in the self-study, the
analysis of available documentation on the institutional
and/or national policy context, and learning from the site
.
Global Surveys (2003, 2005 and 2009) and international tion and the final selection will be made jointly by How to Apply for the IAU Advisory Service?
visit, the Panel will prepare a report analyzing the interna-
conferences have served to enhance knowledge and Assess the strengths and weakness of the existing strategies, organizational approaches, IAU and the participating institution. At least one tionalization policy and process, including the decision-
understanding of the internationalization process and programs and activities used to reach internationalization objectives; Panel member will have sound expertise of the making structures and activities at the institution. It will Requests for information and to apply to this IAU
to provide insights into why institutions pursue it, the
potential benefits and risks it may bring. Additionally, . Mobilize a more coherent institutional approach to developing internationalization activities;
national or similar higher education systems as that
of the participating institution.
highlight the accomplishments and strengths, while also
noting areas for improvement. This Panel Report will
Advisory Service can be sent to the association
throughout the year; they will be considered at all
as an association of very diverse higher education
institutions, IAU understands that each institution
brings a different history, culture, and goals to this work
. Demonstrate the overall importance assigned to internationalization by the institution.
.
include recommendations for future action.
All reports and written material prepared as part of this
times. Interested institutions are invited to write to
Mr. Ross Hudson, IAU Programme Officer at
r.hudson@iau-aiu.net. Discussions about scope,
and that internationalization needs to be embedded in Advisory Service will be confidential and remain the timelines and other modalities will determine the next
institutional planning and quality assurance processes. property of the institution. The institution will have sole steps.
discretion to publish or disseminate these reports.
. Follow up: A follow-up monitoring visit or further ‘feed
back’ sessions with the institution could also be envisaged
by the Panel or by IAU, should the institution wish.
IAU Secretariat - UNESCO House – 1, rue Miollis, F-75732 Paris Cedex 15, France
Telephone : +33 (0)1 45 68 48 00 – Fax : +33 (0) 1 47 34 76 05 – iau@iau-aiu.net - www.iau-aiu.net

INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES
ADVISORY SERVICE
Does your institution have an internationalization strategy?
Is the strategy providing a useful roadmap for your institution’s
internationalization efforts?
Are you achieving your internationalization goals?
Does your institution have the necessary support of internal and
external stakeholders to advance internationalization?
Can your internationalization policy be better integrated within
the overall strategic plan of your institution?Ê
The International Association of Universities is launching the new
Internationalization Strategies Advisory Service (ISAS) to work with
institutional leaders and teams to answer these questions and position
their institution to enhance their internationalization strategy and initiatives.
INTRODUCTION
Higher Education Institutions around the world are
finding that internationalization can no longer be a
sideline in the overall strategic planning process or
policy development. It is central to the definition of a
high quality institution and an important consideration
for IAU Members. Through its new Internationalization
Strategies Advisory Service, the International Associa-
tion of Universities (IAU) can provide expert advice,
up-to-date information and recommend approaches
based on best practice around the world.
IAU has become renowned for its longstanding history
of promoting, studying and documenting trends in
internationalization of higher education and for sharing
this knowledge globally. As IAU Members seek to
increase the level of preparedness of their students for
a more globalized world, to offer new mobility oppor-
tunities for faculty and staff, to review their curriculum
for improved internationalization “at home”, to
strengthen their strategic research alliances or to
develop marketing approaches to attract more
exchange or fee paying international students, they
have asked IAU for assistance so that they can benefit
from the best thinking and practice from institutions
around the world.
To respond to this need, IAU is launching a new Advisory
Service (ISAS) for institutional internationalization
planning and development.
WHO CAN USE THE IAU INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES ADVISORY SERVICE ? IAU APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY IAU Expertise
ISAS, is designed to be useful to any Higher Education Institution committed to internationalization, large or small,
in any part of the world, interested in developing, assessing, or improving its internationalization policy and plan.
The Internationalization Strategies Advisory Service functions as a partnership between the participating institution
and the IAU. To gain the greatest and most sustainable benefit from the Service, the participating institution must
. Setting the Terms of Reference:
Discussion of institutional goals for engagement
. Expert Panel Institutional Site Visit:
Site visits and face-to-face meetings with as many
IAU has extensive experience in research on internationalization trends and in policy and advocacy about the
principles of internationalization of Higher Education. The expertise and international experience held by IAU staff
The overall goal is to help the institution reach its objectives. The IAU alone will not develop a participating commit time and attention to the exercise. The preparatory activities undertaken by the institutional team and with the Advisory Service with IAU staff. of the institutional actors as possible are a necessary in this area is considerable, though the most important IAU asset is its vast global network of experts which it maintains
institution’s internationalization strategy. However, the ISAS brings external expertise to bear on the internal
reflection and strategy development of the institution.
their engagement are critical to the outcome of the overall project. This investment will be matched by IAU and
the international team of experts assembled specifically to offer each institution a range of supports tailored to their
interests and needs.
. Institutional Self Study:
Sound information is critical to the overall process.
ingredient to probe beyond the written policies and
strategies. The site visit will provide the Expert Panel
with insights on the institutional ethos and culture,
through links and collaborative relationships with institutions and associations from around the world.
This international roster of experts will be called upon in the constitution of all Expert Panels that will work with IAU
in each project within this Advisory Service.
Membership in IAU is not a requirement to use this Advisory Service, though priority and discounted fees will The institution will be, at the outset, invited to and the implementation of internationalization policies
be offered to IAU Members. With this service IAU targets institution-level policy and strategy development, The IAU approach is advisory rather than evaluative; it is interactive rather than prescriptive. appoint a broad-based team that will develop an and programs.
ISAS Fee
though requests at the faculty or school level will also be considered. in-depth and comprehensive baseline document
Internationalization is a highly contextualized process determined by many factors including the local, national reporting on the policies, strategies, administrative Institutional site visits of 3 or 4 working days’
The ISAS service is available to all IAU Members and non Member Higher Education Institutions on a fee basis. The
Working with the IAU Advisory Service can help institutions to: or regional realities, institutional goals, capacities, resources, size and disciplinary focus. For this reason, the IAU structures, processes and activities that are in place durations can include a series of interviews,
.
fees are set annually and are non-inclusive of international travel for site visit by Expert Panel. They are established in
tailors its approach to each institution’s needs. Specific institutional objectives will serve to establish the parameters to promote internationalization. The report will serve workshops or private meetings with key staff
accordance with the categories used for IAU membership fees, applying lower fees for institutions in low income
WHY CALL ON IAU ? Develop a new internationalization strategy or review and refine an existing one; for the review and shape the response of the IAU Advisory Service. The IAU will put in place a tailored service which as the informational infrastructure for the analysis members and students or any other approach
.
countries than for those in high income countries. To learn about the fees, please contact IAU
will normally include: of the current state of internationalization. suitable and feasible to the participating institution
As an association with global reach, IAU brings together
many different perspectives and experiences in interna-
tionalization. This topic has been a major focus for more .
Enhance the visibility of institutional goals and commitment to internationalization;
Align internationalization with the wider institutional strategic planning process;
. Selection of the IAU Expert Panel:
The Advisory Service is coordinated by IAU but .
and the Expert Panel.
Panel Report:
than a decade, enabling IAU to engage in sustained
efforts to conduct research and gather examples of
good practice. . The IAU Policy Statements (1998, 2006),
. Create institution-wide synergy and coherence among disparate education and research
internationalization strategies;
undertaken with a panel of three or more interna-
tionally recognized experts in internationalization.
Experts will be proposed to the participating institu-
Based on the information provided in the self-study, the
analysis of available documentation on the institutional
and/or national policy context, and learning from the site
.
Global Surveys (2003, 2005 and 2009) and international tion and the final selection will be made jointly by How to Apply for the IAU Advisory Service?
visit, the Panel will prepare a report analyzing the interna-
conferences have served to enhance knowledge and Assess the strengths and weakness of the existing strategies, organizational approaches, IAU and the participating institution. At least one tionalization policy and process, including the decision-
understanding of the internationalization process and programs and activities used to reach internationalization objectives; Panel member will have sound expertise of the making structures and activities at the institution. It will Requests for information and to apply to this IAU
to provide insights into why institutions pursue it, the
potential benefits and risks it may bring. Additionally, . Mobilize a more coherent institutional approach to developing internationalization activities;
national or similar higher education systems as that
of the participating institution.
highlight the accomplishments and strengths, while also
noting areas for improvement. This Panel Report will
Advisory Service can be sent to the association
throughout the year; they will be considered at all
as an association of very diverse higher education
institutions, IAU understands that each institution
brings a different history, culture, and goals to this work
. Demonstrate the overall importance assigned to internationalization by the institution.
.
include recommendations for future action.
All reports and written material prepared as part of this
times. Interested institutions are invited to write to
Mr. Ross Hudson, IAU Programme Officer at
r.hudson@iau-aiu.net. Discussions about scope,
and that internationalization needs to be embedded in Advisory Service will be confidential and remain the timelines and other modalities will determine the next
institutional planning and quality assurance processes. property of the institution. The institution will have sole steps.
discretion to publish or disseminate these reports.
. Follow up: A follow-up monitoring visit or further ‘feed
back’ sessions with the institution could also be envisaged
by the Panel or by IAU, should the institution wish.
IAU Secretariat - UNESCO House – 1, rue Miollis, F-75732 Paris Cedex 15, France
Telephone : +33 (0)1 45 68 48 00 – Fax : +33 (0) 1 47 34 76 05 – iau@iau-aiu.net - www.iau-aiu.net

INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES
ADVISORY SERVICE
Does your institution have an internationalization strategy?
Is the strategy providing a useful roadmap for your institution’s
internationalization efforts?
Are you achieving your internationalization goals?
Does your institution have the necessary support of internal and
external stakeholders to advance internationalization?
Can your internationalization policy be better integrated within
the overall strategic plan of your institution?Ê
The International Association of Universities is launching the new
Internationalization Strategies Advisory Service (ISAS) to work with
institutional leaders and teams to answer these questions and position
their institution to enhance their internationalization strategy and initiatives.
INTRODUCTION
Higher Education Institutions around the world are
finding that internationalization can no longer be a
sideline in the overall strategic planning process or
policy development. It is central to the definition of a
high quality institution and an important consideration
for IAU Members. Through its new Internationalization
Strategies Advisory Service, the International Associa-
tion of Universities (IAU) can provide expert advice,
up-to-date information and recommend approaches
based on best practice around the world.
IAU has become renowned for its longstanding history
of promoting, studying and documenting trends in
internationalization of higher education and for sharing
this knowledge globally. As IAU Members seek to
increase the level of preparedness of their students for
a more globalized world, to offer new mobility oppor-
tunities for faculty and staff, to review their curriculum
for improved internationalization “at home”, to
strengthen their strategic research alliances or to
develop marketing approaches to attract more
exchange or fee paying international students, they
have asked IAU for assistance so that they can benefit
from the best thinking and practice from institutions
around the world.
To respond to this need, IAU is launching a new Advisory
Service (ISAS) for institutional internationalization
planning and development.
WHO CAN USE THE IAU INTERNATIONALIZATION STRATEGIES ADVISORY SERVICE ? IAU APPROACH AND METHODOLOGY IAU Expertise
ISAS, is designed to be useful to any Higher Education Institution committed to internationalization, large or small,
in any part of the world, interested in developing, assessing, or improving its internationalization policy and plan.
The Internationalization Strategies Advisory Service functions as a partnership between the participating institution
and the IAU. To gain the greatest and most sustainable benefit from the Service, the participating institution must
. Setting the Terms of Reference:
Discussion of institutional goals for engagement
. Expert Panel Institutional Site Visit:
Site visits and face-to-face meetings with as many
IAU has extensive experience in research on internationalization trends and in policy and advocacy about the
principles of internationalization of Higher Education. The expertise and international experience held by IAU staff
The overall goal is to help the institution reach its objectives. The IAU alone will not develop a participating commit time and attention to the exercise. The preparatory activities undertaken by the institutional team and with the Advisory Service with IAU staff. of the institutional actors as possible are a necessary in this area is considerable, though the most important IAU asset is its vast global network of experts which it maintains
institution’s internationalization strategy. However, the ISAS brings external expertise to bear on the internal
reflection and strategy development of the institution.
their engagement are critical to the outcome of the overall project. This investment will be matched by IAU and
the international team of experts assembled specifically to offer each institution a range of supports tailored to their
interests and needs.
. Institutional Self Study:
Sound information is critical to the overall process.
ingredient to probe beyond the written policies and
strategies. The site visit will provide the Expert Panel
with insights on the institutional ethos and culture,
through links and collaborative relationships with institutions and associations from around the world.
This international roster of experts will be called upon in the constitution of all Expert Panels that will work with IAU
in each project within this Advisory Service.
Membership in IAU is not a requirement to use this Advisory Service, though priority and discounted fees will The institution will be, at the outset, invited to and the implementation of internationalization policies
be offered to IAU Members. With this service IAU targets institution-level policy and strategy development, The IAU approach is advisory rather than evaluative; it is interactive rather than prescriptive. appoint a broad-based team that will develop an and programs.
ISAS Fee
though requests at the faculty or school level will also be considered. in-depth and comprehensive baseline document
Internationalization is a highly contextualized process determined by many factors including the local, national reporting on the policies, strategies, administrative Institutional site visits of 3 or 4 working days’
The ISAS service is available to all IAU Members and non Member Higher Education Institutions on a fee basis. The
Working with the IAU Advisory Service can help institutions to: or regional realities, institutional goals, capacities, resources, size and disciplinary focus. For this reason, the IAU structures, processes and activities that are in place durations can include a series of interviews,
.
fees are set annually and are non-inclusive of international travel for site visit by Expert Panel. They are established in
tailors its approach to each institution’s needs. Specific institutional objectives will serve to establish the parameters to promote internationalization. The report will serve workshops or private meetings with key staff
accordance with the categories used for IAU membership fees, applying lower fees for institutions in low income
WHY CALL ON IAU ? Develop a new internationalization strategy or review and refine an existing one; for the review and shape the response of the IAU Advisory Service. The IAU will put in place a tailored service which as the informational infrastructure for the analysis members and students or any other approach
.
countries than for those in high income countries. To learn about the fees, please contact IAU
will normally include: of the current state of internationalization. suitable and feasible to the participating institution
As an association with global reach, IAU brings together
many different perspectives and experiences in interna-
tionalization. This topic has been a major focus for more .
Enhance the visibility of institutional goals and commitment to internationalization;
Align internationalization with the wider institutional strategic planning process;
. Selection of the IAU Expert Panel:
The Advisory Service is coordinated by IAU but .
and the Expert Panel.
Panel Report:
than a decade, enabling IAU to engage in sustained
efforts to conduct research and gather examples of
good practice. . The IAU Policy Statements (1998, 2006),
. Create institution-wide synergy and coherence among disparate education and research
internationalization strategies;
undertaken with a panel of three or more interna-
tionally recognized experts in internationalization.
Experts will be proposed to the participating institu-
Based on the information provided in the self-study, the
analysis of available documentation on the institutional
and/or national policy context, and learning from the site
.
Global Surveys (2003, 2005 and 2009) and international tion and the final selection will be made jointly by How to Apply for the IAU Advisory Service?
visit, the Panel will prepare a report analyzing the interna-
conferences have served to enhance knowledge and Assess the strengths and weakness of the existing strategies, organizational approaches, IAU and the participating institution. At least one tionalization policy and process, including the decision-
understanding of the internationalization process and programs and activities used to reach internationalization objectives; Panel member will have sound expertise of the making structures and activities at the institution. It will Requests for information and to apply to this IAU
to provide insights into why institutions pursue it, the
potential benefits and risks it may bring. Additionally, . Mobilize a more coherent institutional approach to developing internationalization activities;
national or similar higher education systems as that
of the participating institution.
highlight the accomplishments and strengths, while also
noting areas for improvement. This Panel Report will
Advisory Service can be sent to the association
throughout the year; they will be considered at all
as an association of very diverse higher education
institutions, IAU understands that each institution
brings a different history, culture, and goals to this work
. Demonstrate the overall importance assigned to internationalization by the institution.
.
include recommendations for future action.
All reports and written material prepared as part of this
times. Interested institutions are invited to write to
Mr. Ross Hudson, IAU Programme Officer at
r.hudson@iau-aiu.net. Discussions about scope,
and that internationalization needs to be embedded in Advisory Service will be confidential and remain the timelines and other modalities will determine the next
institutional planning and quality assurance processes. property of the institution. The institution will have sole steps.
discretion to publish or disseminate these reports.
. Follow up: A follow-up monitoring visit or further ‘feed
back’ sessions with the institution could also be envisaged
by the Panel or by IAU, should the institution wish.
IAU Secretariat - UNESCO House – 1, rue Miollis, F-75732 Paris Cedex 15, France
Telephone : +33 (0)1 45 68 48 00 – Fax : +33 (0) 1 47 34 76 05 – iau@iau-aiu.net - www.iau-aiu.net
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