ICEF Monitor Global Summit

Join leading voices in international education for a one-day collaborative conference focused on the latest, leading-edge strategies for international student recruitment.

September 14, 2026 London, UK

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The ICEF Monitor Global Summit: Dedicated to innovative practices that shape global student recruitment.

We’re pleased to announce our return to London for the third edition of the ICEF Monitor Global Summit, this time taking place in Central London (Victoria). Conveniently scheduled for the Monday immediately following the EAIE Conference in Glasgow, the summit brings together leading voices from across the international education community to identify, explore, and address the complex challenges shaping the sector today.

With its inclusive and interactive approach, the summit encourages peer-to-peer learning, with attendees showcasing examples of best practice from around the world. It is an opportunity to consider a diverse range of perspectives as well as to connect and collaborate with senior stakeholders from across the industry.

For this event, attending agencies must have IAS accreditation.

Advancing best practice globally

Leveraging ICEF Monitor's evidence-based approach to market intelligence for the sector, the summit addresses only the most pressing issues, with sessions referring to the very latest data and analysis.

The 2025 edition focused on the International student journey, with key topics including:

A big picture view of student mobility
Recruiting with intent - attracting the best fit for your institution
Student services as a strategic advantage
Linking recruitment with student success

Additional sessions examined how digital technologies are reshaping the international student experience, shifting student preferences, the ongoing student accommodation shortfall, and the skills gap.

2025 Seminar programme

Influential speakers representing a breadth of global viewpoints

The 2026 event will bring a selection of guest speakers to London, their expertise helping to guide the discussions and bring fresh perspectives to this international forum.

The 2025 programme featured a wealth of prominent names, including:

Prof. Venky Shankararaman, President of APAIE
Dr Sarah Todd, Principal Consultant, Quacquarelli Symonds
Amanda Malu, Chief Executive, Education New Zealand
Dr Fanta Aw, CEO, NAFSA
Phil Honeywood, CEO, International Education Association of Australia
Larissa Bezo, President and CEO, Canadian Bureau for International Education

Engaging, inclusive new formats

The sessions at the summit are designed to foster collaborative learning, with leading experts guiding solution-focused discussions. A variety of formats – including panels, roundtable discussions, campfires, interviews, and recruitment labs – ensure conversations remain engaging and deeply relevant to today’s challenges.

Venue

For 2026, ICEF Higher Education will move to the Park Plaza Victoria Hotel. Ideally located in London’s West End and within walking distance of London Victoria station, it is a luxurious venue that not only sits close to the city’s many landmarks but also offers excellent transport links.

Providing all the amenities to be expected from a state-of-the-art venue, including a dedicated, customisable meeting space, a top-quality bar and restaurant, as well as a fully-equipped fitness and wellness centre, the Park Plaza is a premium venue for ICEF Higher Education – comfortable, convenient, and contemporary.

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Add ICEF Higher Education to maximise your networking opportunities

Taking place immediately following the summit and in the same venue, our ICEF Higher Education event provides higher education institutions with the opportunity to meet ICEF-screened international student recruitment agents representing students from over 55 countries, holding up to 38 1:1 meetings over the course of two days.

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Pricing & Registration

£195

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Tickets include all sessions, refreshments, lunch and the ICEF Higher Education evening reception. (Agents must have IAS accreditation).

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Starting from £4,455

ICEF Higher Education

Access to the ICEF Monitor Global Summit is included in the price of ICEF Higher Education, a three-day event including up to 38 1:1 meetings with ICEF-screened agents from around the world.

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