Core Values
Study abroad education changes lives and the career prospects of those who travel overseas to benefit from an English Language Education. It is a fantastic experience for the student if all goes well.
In theory it is a lucrative business, with a pre-Covid-19 estimated annual export value of GBP 20 Billion to the UK and USD 42 billion for the US. It is no wonder that many individuals enter the consultancy market hoping to profit from the numerous families looking for advice to place their children in schools or universities overseas.
However, poor advice and services offered by unqualified education consultants might result in young people enrolling in schools and institutions that are unsuited to their needs and expectations. Some put up with being unhappy, whereas others leave and cause financial losses to the educational establishments who are left with unfilled places and, in the UK, statistics which risk their government sponsorship status. This fuels lack of trust in the industry and damages the reputation of many hard-working education consultants, as well as the overseas education market in general.
BPPEC is a Not-for-Profit Organisation (NPO) that aims to promote the industry’s best practice and set gold standards. BPPEC will do so by providing qualifications and recognition for education consultants.
SEED is an acronym that stands for the four pillars underpinning the professional conduct and career of a education consultant. We believe that through the values enshrined in SEED (Service, Expertise, Ethics, and Dedication), we can build a reliable, regulated, reputable environment for all stakeholders in the study abroad industry.
Service
- Being passionate about helping clients find the best education option;
- Being passionate about working with schools recruiting qualified international students;
- Facilitating clients reaching their goals through the means of education;
- Promoting respect for different cultures through the mobility of international students.
Expertise
- Acquiring and updating knowledge about schools and colleges that enroll international students;
- Understanding entry requirements and admission procedures;
- Able to compare curriculum across different countries;
- Being familiar with the rules and regulations regarding international students in destination countries;
- Taking into account client’s long-term career and education goals.
Ethics
- Never intentionally misrepresenting schools or clients;
- Being honest and transparent about service scope and charges;
- Refraining from forcing sales or over-promising clients;
- Ensuring the data is safely stored and transmitted, and never share data with a third body without permission;
- Having the best interest of clients in mind;
- Collaborating with governments and authorities in destination countries to safeguard minors.
Dedication
- Seeking opportunities to upskill through professional training and career development courses;
- Openly sharing feedback, industry insights and professional opinions when requested;
- Actively participating in industry events and joining membership to foster collaboration and enhance industry reputation;
- Undertaking pro bono consultancy work for the wider public, including disadvantaged groups in society.
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