Straight Talk: India’s higher education institutions need greater clarity of purpose

In this Straight Talk, Dr. Pushkar argues that a simple classification of India’s higher education institutions is not enough. The government must define roles and responsibilities to achieve results.

Expert Insight on International Education

International authorities on education met at a breakfast roundtable organized by Brain Gain Magazine to discuss the dream and reality of studying abroad. Their number included Neena Virmani (Pathways World School), Lisa Jain (The College Board), Jerry M. Hultin (NYU), George McLemore (University of Texas) and others. Watch them share insights into the common errors of applicants and their parents, as well as advice on how not to fail in the admission process.

Australia's Bond University Offers #1 Student Educational Experience and Great Career Opportunities

Why choose Bond University? Here's the answer.

Breakfast Roundtable: Smarter Learning for a Better Future

International education experts, including principals of some of the top schools in India, discussed the challenges and opportunities in improving education as we prepare for a smarter future. The discussion was the subject of the Breakfast Roundtable, part of BrainGain Magazine’s Student Session held in February 2016. Watch the video to find out more.

Worried about financing your studies abroad? We have great advice!

Higher education can be expensive, but money should never stop you from applying to the university of your dreams.

How to be an Entrepreneur – Q&A with Gauri Singh

Founder of The Maids' Company, Gauri Singh, shares how she got there after doing a Bachelors in Architecture, and years of valuable experience with SEWA and UMA. She spoke to BrainGain Magazine about entrepreneurship, her degree in Architecture and the secret to success. A must watch for budding entrepreneurs.

5 Steps to Study in the US

Education USA Advisor - Dr. Zafeena Suresh, elaborates on the fundamentals of preparing for higher education in the USA, as advised by the US Department of State.

Political science research on the economics of jihad

Dr. Aisha Ahmad is an Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Toronto Scarborough, the Director of the Islam and Global Affairs Initiative at the Munk School of Global Affairs, and a Senior Fellow at Massey College. In her book “Jihad & Co.: Black Markets and Islamist Power”, published last month by Oxford University Press, she argues that jihadists rise to power by exploiting local economies. But how does one interview smugglers, merchants, and extremists for one’s research in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Somalia, Mali, and Lebanon? Dr. Ahmad discusses how she did her field work, and shares some advice for students who are interested in doing political science research. She has worked on projects funded by the Norwegian Research Council and the Connaught New Researcher Award.

Straight Talk: India must make drastic cutbacks in academic research to ensure quality

Is research the only way to ensure the quality of Indian academia? Dr. Pushkar argues otherwise.

'More than top rankings, UVa is a place where students make things happen'

Jeffrey W. Legro, Vice Provost of Global Affairs and Taylor Professor of Politics at University of Virginia (UVa) tells braingainmag.com that besides exceptional education, student self-governance is the hallmark of the university where practical skills help UVa students come out ready to hit the road running. UVa has a network of clubs around the world that help students develop incredibly close relationships for advancing their careers and lead to a meaningful community throughout their life.