The Essential Guide to Studying Abroad

This book is an indispensable how-to guide on flourishing when studying abroad, and how to use an international education to begin a fulfilling career after graduation.
Written in an engaging and accessible style, using many examples, case studies, and links to resources, the book reduces the stress of studying abroad. Covering all aspects of the international student experience - inside and outside the classroom - the book encourages young people to perform their very best and succeed in their new environment.
International students preparing for cross-cultural learning and recent graduates looking for employment will find this book both practical and inspiring.

Thomas R. Klassen is a Professor at York University in Toronto, Canada. He has taught in a variety of programmes, including the IMBA at the Schulich School of Business, the Department of Political Science, the School of Public Policy and Administration, and the Faculty of Health. He has taught university courses in South Korea (at Yonsei University) and Germany (at the University of Konstanz). He divides his time between Toronto, Canada, and Seoul, South Korea.
Christine Menges is Director of the Career Center, MBA Programs, at the WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management, one of Germany's top business schools according to major national and international rankings. She has crafted WHU's career counselling approach and placement strategy for students with work experience, and forges networks with industry leaders. She holds a PhD in management with a special focus on mentoring from the University of St. Gallen in Switzerland.