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Because Every Mind Makes a Difference

Learn Grow Explore Give

Every mind makes a difference!


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1. Pre-register and upload all the documents as instructed by the form at: http://

egyptscholars.org/academicCareerGuide (Fill in ALL information requested)

2. Number of LIVE attendance is limited to 500 attendees. We will filter applications according to

urgency and priority will be for those applying for Fall 2015.

3. If you are selected to attend the LIVE sessions, we will send you a registration link (by July 26)

to attend the course online. In this case you need to attend ALL the online sessions and take

notes on your documents to improve them.

4. After lecture 5, try to improve your documents according to your understanding.

5. Send us all the documents again for revision and help if you are still applying for Fall 2015. We

want to make sure you have the best application sent out.

6. ALWAYS follow the event page on Facebook

Instructions to maximize your value

out of this course

IMPORTANT!

Note: If you did not get an email from us about the LIVE attendance of the course, pleasedo not panic. You can watch the recording of the whole course in September.
http://egyptscholars.org/academicCareerGuide


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Course Instructors and Panelists

Islam Hussein - MIT

Amjad Abujbara - Microsoft

Ahmed Mady - University of Michigan

Rehab ElMaghraby- Imperial College

Khaled Alashmouny- Apple Ahmed Elbanna- University of Illinios

Mohamed Nabil- Xilinx

Hany Abdelatif - Swansea University

Amr Essawi - Stanford University

Moataz Attallah - University of Birmingham

Mohamed ElSayed - University of Michigan

Mohamed Mabrok - Australian Defense Force Academy

Mohamed Eldaly - Bradford University

Hisham Said - Santa Clara University

Mohamed Zahran - New York University

Tarek Rakha - MIT

Mohab Mangoud - University of Bahrain


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Because Every Mind Makes a Difference

Studying abroad is a unique experience to learn, grow, explore the world, makenew friends, and transfer the knowledge you gained from your study to your homecountry. However, the preparation process can be an overwhelming task thatinvolves several steps. This course is your career guide to know everything aboutstudying abroad and beyond. It starts by comparing the different pathways thatfollow graduation and how to choose between them. Then we will explore how tostart looking for potential opportunities, advisors, and Universities that suit yourcareer. We will walk you through your first steps in filling in your admissionapplication including preparation of documents, and taking the required tests.

A large part of the course is dedicated to the paperwork needed through liveworkshops that deals specifically with writing resume/CV and statement of purpose.Toward the end of the course we talk about relocation measures and how to surviveand adapt to living abroad. The course concludes by discussing what followsgraduate school and how to plan for a bright career in academia and industry.

Course Summary


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Online LIVE Course Schedule


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Should you consider graduate school?Lecture 1

Main points:

When should you think about the next move? Setting clear goals beyond graduation Why should you consider an advanced degree? Some myths and statistics about graduate education A Master versus a Ph.D. Plan .. Plan .. Plan Q & A session on the event page.


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When and how should you start?Lecture 2

Main points:

Start early! It is about building skills and resume. Summer time. Read papers in several areas. Ultimately you may get a spark. Be curious! Send questions professors from top tier Universities.

Make connections How to Search for Universities based on your ranking. Are you the

appropriate candidate? Tips and tricks to search for scholarships and useful websites. Start organized with a timetable. How to collect data about

application (documents, deadlines, exams, addresses, applicationfees ..etc). We provide a template

When should you think about choosing the advisor? Q & A session on the event page.


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Taking necessary exams and issuing requireddocuments

Lecture 3

Main points:

A list of exams that may be needed: language (TOEFL/IELTS),skills (GRE/GMAT), and other special exams

Resources for preparation and studying tips: how, where, andwhen to take the exams?

Registration and payment for the exams: Websites and methods.What if you don't have a credit card? How to issue visa card touse in paying registration and application fees.

Choosing the free scores to be sent to selected Universities Definitions: Degree certificates and transcripts. How to send them

specially when I am asked to let my university do it? Q & A session on the event page.


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Preparing and Submitting Applications: Paperwork IILecture 5

Main points:

A workshop on writing statement of purpose. Research statement: points to be covered unless guidelines

are available. Filing the application. Sending the documents by mail: cheapest and most reliable

shipping. Choosing your supervisor and research project.

Q & A session on the event page.


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Q&A Success StoriesOpen Day

Main points:

Q & A session on the event page. Open Webinar for questions Success stories to be told


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Traveling and Completing Graduate StudiesLecture 6

Main points:

Preparing your trip, expectations, and style of life. Talking to potential advisors and communication skills.

Expectations in the first year. Getting support from the Students Associations and

Communities abroad (housing, accommodation, religious andsocial support).

Your first trip: How Egypt Scholars can help you?

Evaluating your performance and tips about taking courses.

Tips on finishing your degree Q & A session on the event page.


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Your Next Leap beyond GraduationLecture 7

Main points:

Applying for internships in summer: tips and preparation Applying and searching for jobs beyond your graduate studies.

Comparing industry and academia paths. Tips on planning to return back home. How can we help at Egypt Scholars: resources? How can you help others? Q & A Continued Q & A session on the event page.


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1. As a non-profit organization, you can help us by donating for

our cause or suggest friends/families to donate at: http://

egyptscholars.org/donate.php

2. Connect us with others who can provide financial resources or

other forms of support

3. Write a review about us and add our contact information and

social media/website4. Send us feedback and suggestions to add/improve our services

5. Talk to your colleagues about us

6. Spread the word: Every mind makes a difference

How can you help Egypt Scholars?
http://egyptscholars.org/donate.php


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www.EgyptScholars.org

Good luck with the courseand we hope it meets your

expectations


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