THE GLOBAL EDUCATION AGENTS WORKSHOP Istanbul, Turkey – October 16th to 20th, 2011

An opportunity for agents from all over the world to meet education institutions and prospective business partners in a two

day workshop and to experience spectacular Istanbul at one of the best times of the year.

Over 80 international institutions from 20 different countries

Individual meetings with prospective partners from around the globe

Promote your agency internationally

Organized by:

AGENT INFO PACK

THE GLOBAL EDUCATION AGENTS WORKSHOP Istanbul, Turkey – October 16th to 20th – 2011

AGENT PACK – GENERAL INFO & FAQ

The GEA Workshop is an ideal opportunity to meet a wide range of quality educators from around the world and to take part in an exciting FAM tour around Istanbul. You will meet education institutions in a one-to-one environment and have the opportunity to promote your agency to key players within the international education industry and obtain market intelligence and information on latest developments.

Venue & Accommodation

OFFICIAL HOTEL VENUE

Hilton Istanbul Hotel Cumhuriyet Caddesi Harbiye Istanbul, Turkey 34367 Tel: 90-212-315-6000 Check in: 15:00h (Sunday, Oct 16th) Check out: 11:00h (Thursday, Oct 20th) 4 free hotel nights and, breakfast and meals included (See itinerary for details)

Hilton Istanbul Hotel Ballroom I Meetings start at 10:00h Finish at 17:30h (1st day) | 17:00h (2nd day) Meetings date: 18th & 19th Fam trip date: 17th

Benefits of Participation - Four nights free deluxe hotel accommodation

- Free participation in the Istanbul FAM Trip including lunch and dinner - Breakfast and lunch on both days of the workshop - Cocktail Reception & Gala Dinner Party (compulsory Networking Functions) - Pre-schedule individual meetings with decision makers - Establish new partnerships with the best schools from all around the world - Your agency internationally renowned

Programme Schedule – Itinerary DATE TIME PROGRAM

October, 16th Sunday

15:00h Hotel check in

19:00h – 20:00h Agents registration (collect workshop handbook)

October, 17th Monday

07:00h – 08:45h Breakfast in hotel restaurant

09:00h – 18:00h FAM TRIP – City tour of Istanbul (lunch included)

19:30h – 22:00h Welcome cocktail reception

October, 18th Tuesday

07:00h – 08:45h Breakfast in hotel restaurant

09:00h – 09:30h Agents registration

10:00h – 12:30h Workshop meetings

12:30h – 14:00h Lunch (included)

14:00h – 17:30h Workshop meetings

19:30h – 23:00h Gala dinner

October, 19th Wednesday

07:00h – 09:00h Breakfast in hotel restaurant (included)

09:30h – 10:00h Hall opens for agents

10:00h – 12:30h Workshop meetings

12:30h – 14:00h Lunch (included)

14:00h – 17:00h Workshop meetings

18:00h Workshop ends

October, 20th Thursday

11:00h Hotel check out

Type of Courses on offer

- High School Programs - Language Courses & Summer Programs - Colleges & Universities - Art & Design Schools - International Business Management - Executive Courses & Short Certificates - Specialist programs like Fashion Design and Film Schools - Services Providers (Student Accommodation, Student Insurance)

Agent Costs - Air tickets to Istanbul, Turkey

- Visa expenses (if required)

- Transfer to/from airport in Istanbul - Personal or additional expenses that are not part of the workshop program

Previous BMI Workshops and FAM TRIPS

How to Apply

- Please complete the Application Form and send by e-mail to leandro@bmimedia.net - Deadline to apply: August 12th, 2011. - For additional information, please visit: www.bmiagentsworkshop.com Sponsored by: Organized by: