Carlos Vargas
With over 13 years of professional experience in internationalization of higher education from three universities in Canada with strong operational, diplomatic, and strategic proficiency.
My Qualifications
Work Experience
With over 13 years of professional experience in internationalization of higher education (University of Toronto, Carleton University and University of Calgary), I specialize in assisting institutions to advance their international goals with strong emphasis on long-term impact, sustainability, mutuality, and excellence.
Intercultural & Language
I have travelled to, worked in collaboration with, conducted field research, established partnerships, attended networking events, or established linkages in a number of countries.
I can also conduct business in English, and Spanish.
Education
I hold a Bachelors of Art in International Development and a Master's in Education (Leadership and Higher Education - Internationalization) from the University of Calgary.
I have also received training in database, design, analytics, partnership development, among others.
In Support of University International Partnerships
EXAMPLES OF INITIATIVES
Governance ●
Mobility ▲
Academic/Research ◼︎
Events ★
Delegations/Missions ◆
These includes initiatives, projects or programs aimed at improving the internal capacity of institutions to improve their international engagement:
International Strategies
Internationalization at home initiatives
Committees and Policies
Management of MOUs
Surveys and database
Initiatives that contributed to institutional and large scale research initiatives in various areas:
Energy Reform
Mobility grants for the movement of scholars
Events allowed the gathering of experts, leaders and communities to explore timely topics, explore collaborations or build relationships:
Summits
Conferences
Workshops
Community Events
Symposiums
Delegations or missions are prepared for long-term impact with mutual input and clear expectations:
Agenda
Logistics
Institutional reports
Post event support
Initiatives included the creation, support or improvement of mobility programs for both students and faculty members:
Student exchange agreements
Visiting scholars program
Committees and Policies
Graduate research programs (QES)
Erasmus+ and other programs
