International Students Alumni Network
Patras, Adeel (2020)
2020
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202005046958
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-202005046958
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This thesis aimed to research International Students Alumni Network at TAMK University of applied sciences. This research incorporates constructs such as strategies that can be adapted to engage International Students Alumni with their alma mater. In addition to this, the research also includes exploring challenges faced by the International Students Alumni in general. Overall the purpose of this research is to determine factors that influence building and strengthening the relationship between the University and International Students Alumni.
The theoretical framework discusses networking, branding, and social network theories. Qualitative research method was used. The data were collected from members of the international students’ alumni group and also from current students. A set of questionnaire was designed to collect information to answer the research questions.
The outcome of this research illustrates that there is an immense need to activate an International students’ alumni network association, which includes past students, current students to perpetuate valuable support to build the University's strong heritage and help students in different matters.
The theoretical framework discusses networking, branding, and social network theories. Qualitative research method was used. The data were collected from members of the international students’ alumni group and also from current students. A set of questionnaire was designed to collect information to answer the research questions.
The outcome of this research illustrates that there is an immense need to activate an International students’ alumni network association, which includes past students, current students to perpetuate valuable support to build the University's strong heritage and help students in different matters.