Following its successful inauguration in 2024, ICEF Philippines returns to Manila’s iconic Grand Hyatt hotel to connect global educators with ICEF-screened international student recruitment agents from this expanding market. With nearly 50% of the country’s 118.8 million people under the age of 24, the Philippines – known for its fast-growing economy and high levels of English proficiency – is a significant source of outbound student mobility, and has already proven popular with recruiters looking to diversify their enrolments.
Conveniently held just three days after the popular ICEF South East Asia in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, these two events provide a cost-effective gateway into a prosperous and competitive market.
Build your own personalised programme of up to 19 one-to-one meeting slots, each 25 minutes in duration, with existing and potential partners. Our format is designed to make it easy for you to identify and connect with the right people.
You’ll also benefit from access to our seminars, providing up-to-date information about the latest market trends and issues affecting the global education sector, all from an Asian-centric perspective
Located in Bonifacio Global City, Manila’s spectacular business district, the Grand Hyatt is housed in an iconic building, renowned for being the tallest vantage point in the country.
Boasting clear views of the Manila skyline, easy transport links, and world class facilities, including hotel-wide internet access, spa, pool, and elegant dining options, the Grand Hyatt is the perfect venue for ICEF Philippines.
With its thriving economy and youthful population, the Philippines boasts a fast-growing outbound student market. Today, some 80,000 Filipino students are believed to study abroad, and popular destinations currently include Australia and Canada, although these have been affected by recent policy decisions. With the country placed 20th out of 113 countries ranked on the EF English Proficiency Index, Filipino students overwhelmingly prefer English language study programmes, meaning that this competitive market has strong potential for recruiters from a range of destinations including the UK, New Zealand, Ireland, and the US.
Registration and pricing for education representatives, cultural exchange and work and travel professionals.
Student recruitment agents who have successfully completed ICEF’s screening process are invited to apply.
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116 agents and 75 educators from 13 countries.
The importance for us to come to the first ICEF event in the Philippines is to show Red Deer Polytechnic's commitment to the Philippines. International recruitment is not just about gaining international students, but it's also important for us as an institution to show and prove our commitment...
Read moreSo, who I was interested in meeting at ICEF is basically, you know, it's not just education consultants, it's even service providers like myself, but who offer complementary services. After all, what we are here to do is to help newcomers to Canada to get connected before they arrive. And so...
Read moreSo, what are my thoughts in the ICEF Philippines so far? It's a breath of fresh air actually, because we've been attending a lot of ICEF events in the past few years. And there was no events for the Philippines. So, right now, I'm so proud that my country is a rising international student recruitment...
Read moreSo, it's important for the educators to meet the Filipino agents here in the Philippines, because Philippines is becoming a very, very good market when it comes to international education. Before, we only are limited to US, Australia, Canada, New Zealand. But right now, other countries are...
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My first ICEF event was remarkable! It was nice to be able to connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate in what we do. I felt motivated and challenged at the same time. Looking forward to the next ICEF events!
I view ICEF Philippines as a significant milestone in our expansion into the Filipino market. This event came at the perfect time, enabling us to connect with a vast network of education agents in a single venue. Presenting our expertise and demonstrating how we can enhance the additional services...
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Excellent networking opportunities give universities access to leading agencies all under one roof. It is an efficient way to meet numerous agents in one setting.
I gained a wealth of knowledge during this event, particularly about the 20-30-50 rule. I had the opportunity to meet new friends and gain a fresh perspective on the industry. Despite my 5 years of experience in the business, I was energised by the prevalence of Filipino agents at the agency,...
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ICEF is one of the best avenues to build a company profile, create good partnerships with institutions, and explore the best options we can offer to our clients. It's one of the best events an organiSation can join!
Attending the ICEF Philippines event as an education agent was an incredibly enriching experience. The event provided a unique platform to connect with industry leaders, gain valuable insights into the latest trends in international education, and explore new opportunities for collaboration....
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Attending ICEF Philippines was an exceptional experience that exceeded my expectations. The seminars were insightful, covering a diverse range of topics crucial for today's educational landscape. Networking opportunities were plentiful, allowing me to connect with industry leaders and forge...
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