Masters Event

Johannesburg | Aug 27, 2019

Masters Event

Your compass in the world of Masters education

The Access Masters Tour guides you in your search for Masters studies, directs you to the schools that best match your preferences, and connects you with some of the world’s best universities and business schools.

The Access Masters Tour is open to final-year university students and recent graduates who speak English that are interested in Masters degree study.

What can you do at the event?

Meet with top-ranked international universities and business schools
Get advice on Masters programmes suitable for you
Obtain information on admission tests (TOEFL, IELTS, GMAT, GRE)
Learn how to win scholarships and finance your Masters studies
Take part in the draw to win a free campus visit
Get а 50% discount on а GRE Prep Course by Coefficient Solutions
Win a free one-on-one CV review and job application advice session with a RecruitAGraduate recruitment specialist

Event features

Open Fair

At the Open Fair you can meet, without prior appointment, admissions staff of international Masters programmes in diverse fields of study. You can compare programmes from around the world and discuss details about tuition financing, student life, and international career prospects.

One-to-One & Duo Meetings

Twenty-minute personalised meetings with admissions directors of Masters programmes specialised in the fields of Business, Management, Marketing, and Finance. Meetings are scheduled in advance by our team so you can meet the business schools that best match your interests.

Workshops

Interactive presentations with practical tips on how to impress universities before and during the admissions process. International education advisers will also advise you how to get the most from your meetings during and after the event.

School Presentations

Presentation session on a specific Masters programme by a university representative. A university representative provides details of the Masters programme to candidates interested in that particular field of study.

Schedule

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

2:00 PM:

Welcome desk opens

2:20 PM – 2:40 PM:

"How to Impress Graduate Schools before You Even Apply"

2:45 PM – 3:10 PM:

School presentation by IE Business School

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM:

Open Fair

3:50 PM – 4:10 PM:

"Tips and tricks on how to approach the One-to-One meetings" presented by an Access Masters Admissions Consultant

4:20 PM - 4:45 PM:

School Presentation by HULT International Business School

6:05 PM - 6:30 PM:

GRE Presentation by Coefficient Solutions

4:25 PM – 8:10 PM:

One-to-One and Duo meetings

Your personal invitation time will be sent by email and sms.

Venue

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Address: Rivonia Rd & West St Sandton, Benmore Gardens, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa

Metro Station: Sandton

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Why register?

We will personally introduce you to universities and business schools that are right for you so that you don’t waste your time meeting schools that don’t offer the education you need. Only registered candidates get this personalised service before the event.

What happens after you register?

Registration

Share your preferences for Masters studies with our orientation experts by filling out the registration form online. We will then direct you to suitable programmes whose representatives you can meet at the Access Masters Tour

Candidate platform

Upon registration for the event, you can access the Candidate Platform (login at the top right-hand corner) that allows you to:

Review participating schools
Request to meet a school
Upgrade your profile
Find the detailed event programme
Message your personal education consultant
Build your personal event schedule
Request changes to your school meeting schedule

Providing details on your profile and preferences in the Candidate Platform gives our advisors more information to better match your preferences for the participating schools. The more information you give, the more you will benefit from the Access Masters Tour.

Evaluation process

An Access Masters team member may call you to learn more about your qualifications and preferences, and to make sure that your profile information is accurate. Our orientation experts identify all the suitable universities and business schools for you to meet at the Open Fair session or in One-to-One meetings.

Scheduling meetings

After we review your profile, you will receive an email notification with your individual schedule including the Open Fair or One-to-One meetings, workshops, and presentations.

Orientation and education advice

Once at the event, you are welcome to meet personally with our international education advisers, test preparation partners, and admission experts.

Meeting university representatives Meeting school representatives

The Access Masters team personally determines which universities and business schools are right for you, we make sure that you meet their representatives at the event. Orientation consultants also provide advice on how to select the best universities for your Masters studies.

Who other than previous event participants can better describe the Access Masters experience? Here are some comments collected at the events:

"I was struggling to identify suitable Engineering programmes in Europe, but my visit to the Access Masters Fair helped me put my priorities in order and determine where I want to do my Masters." - Gregory, Recent University Graduate

"I was able to speak with about 10 university representatives and receive documentation from all of them. In addition, I met two business schools in individual meetings before the fair. Thank you for this opportunity!" - Gabriel, Young Professional

"The open fair and the panel discussion were all well-organised and I had all my questions answered by the right people. I'm happy to have met so many schools today!" - Eleonore, Current University Student

Business Schools participating in the current Access Masters Tour in Africa

France

Germany

ESMT Berlin

Spain

United States

Hult International Business School

School Presentations

Who is this event for?

The Access Masters event features relevant information and practical advice for anyone interested in pursuing a postgraduate study.

The event is designed for current Bachelor’s students who are considering postgraduate degree studies, as well as for those who have already graduated from their Bachelor’s and are now looking for a suitable Masters programme in a recognised university.

Participants will have the chance to interact with admissions directors and education experts in order to receive essential insights about different programmes, funding opportunities, the application process, and career planning.

How should I prepare for the event?

It is best if you research in detail the offerings of the universities that will participate in the event in advance and then make a list of questions to which you still need specific answers from university representatives. One of the main benefits of meeting them in person is that they can provide you with valuable up-to-date information on topics ranging from programme content, reputation of the university, and admissions criteria, through to extracurricular activities, funding opportunities, and career services. Doing some prior research will help you extract information which is relevant to your individual preferences as well as make a good first impression on the school representatives on site.

Is there a fee associated with the event?

Registration and attendance at the event are free of charge. In order to avoid queues or delays during the event, we recommend that you register online in advance and bring a printed or electronic copy of your invitation with you.

Is there a dress code?

Business casual attire is recommended. Even if the purpose of attending the event is to get more information about Masters degree study opportunities, opting for a professional dress code, business etiquette, and respectful conduct will be a great way for you to make a good first impression and build effective communication with the university representatives.