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Masanao Ouchi Other Unknown Whitireia New Zealand
With a keen desire to improve his English spoken language, one of the top priorities for Masanao Ouchi was a study destination where he could immerse in the local culture and not be with many other Japanese students. �I just wanted to speak English; this...
Miyu Suzuki Japan National Certificate in Educational Achievement Mountainview High School
Miyu is from Japan and is studying at NCEA Level 3. She is intending to go to Linclon University in 2010 to study Horticulture and Plant Science. She is very interested in horticultural and plant research with a view to working in developing countrie...
Akkaphan Rammanee Thailand Unknown Massey University
I came to New Zealand with my family, who moved here when I graduated from Mattayom 6 in Thailand.I studied in the City of Sails, Auckland. I enjoyed studying with students from various cultures, for example, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Kiwi, Fiji etc. After my ...
Emiliana Cortona Argentina Unknown Auckland Girls' Grammar School
Coming to NZ a country far from mine, speaking another language, without knowing anyone, is one of the best experiences of my life. From my first day at Auckland Girls' Grammar School everyone was friendly and of course helped me a lot.Before coming here,...
Chau Tien Dung Vietnam Unknown The University of Otago
When considering an international education, Chau Tien Dung visited the Trade New Zealand office in Ho Chi Minh City and was given some information about university study in New Zealand. In addition to a university programme, Chau was also looking for way...
Chris Chan Hong Kong Unknown Wellington Institute of Technology
Chris Chan's New Zealand education started four years ago, attending secondary school in the sunny city of Napier. His parents had decided this was an ideal first step for Chris, so he could learn English and get a head start in the ever-increasing, integ...
Timmy Nip Hong Kong Unknown Wellington Institute of Technology
Currently studying Electronic Engineering at the Wellington Institute of Technology, Timmy Nip is focusing on a long-term career in Electronics.His current Diploma course is a two-year foundation course, giving him grounding in the basic principles of ele...
Qiang (Eric) Han China Unknown Unitec New Zealand
New Zealand is a lovely country, I've been there about 4 years, while I have the excited- impression that I studied and lived there. However I have been working in China since I graduated from Unitec last September. I believe I will be back during these y...
Ryo Morizono Japan Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
Ryo Morizono wanted to study the New Zealand language � so he chose New Zealand, and specifically Massey University�s English Language Centre. Now he tells his own story � in English, and in considerable detail.�New Zealand is the best country to study E...
Alex Wu China Unknown Institute of Applied Learning Ltd
�Thanks to the Institute of Applied Learning I have completed my studies and gained my Diploma in Computing Levels 5 & 6. I am now enjoying being employed as an IT Technician with the skills that can take me around the world.�...
James Chang Hong Kong Unknown Henderson High School
�You can choose from many different subjects. The teachers are really great and the students are very friendly. The school has a nice environment for learning and the homestay family is kind. Learning here is also easy. I love New Zealand and Henderson Hi...
Gimoro Peter Other Unknown New Plymouth Girls' High School
Gimoro Peter is from Papua New Guinea and is a Year 13 student at New Plymouth Girls High School. While in Taranaki Gimoro has enjoyed meeting new friends. "The teachers are the main reason I have enjoyed studying at New Plymouth Girls' High School, as th...
sofija pandurska Macedonia Unknown The University of Auckland
i have been learning english for about 4 years in my high school in macedonia and medical terms in english at the university in bulgaria...
Viet Le Vietnam Unknown The University of Auckland
I first came to New Zealand in 1999 for a short visit to Christchurch, Dunedin, Wellington and Auckland. I was impressed with the beauty of the country and thought that I would like to be back. This became true when I returned in 2001 to undertake a Maste...
Genevieve Yap Other Unknown The University of Auckland
Studying in Auckland is indeed a fresh change for me. It is nice to get away from Singapore and experience a different lifestyle. I enjoy the flexibility of being able to study a wide range of subjects, which include Psychology - a subject I have always w...
B.R Soh New Zealand Unknown The University of Auckland
Hi I came to New Zealand in 1997, I graduated high school in Christchurch and graduated the University of Auckland.I studied Political Studies as my major and film and Media Studies for my minor.I enjoy my life in New Zealand, I am currently studying mast...
Pleethum Triyakasem Thailand Unknown The University of Auckland
I believe that my experience in New Zealand has pushed me ahead of many. I love New Zealand...
Jack Huang China Unknown The University of Auckland
New Zealand University education experience offers me kind of intensive opportunities which achieve my career future more bright and fast....
Wonil Kwon Korea South Unknown The University of Auckland
Wonil Kwon works for the prestigious ETRI (Electronic and Telecommunication Research Institute) in Korea, best known for the commercialisation of CDMA - the new generation mobile phone technology. At one stage, Wonil had thought his English-speaking capab...
Christine Tan Singapore Unknown The University of Auckland
As anchor on the poplular CNBC daily TV show 'Squawkbox', Christine Tan is a famous face in her native Singapore. And, as interviewer on 'Managing Asia', she is respected for her insightful questioning. Christine credits some of her confidence and ability...
Seung Hoo Jin Korea South Unknown The University of Auckland
Despite having studied English for five years in Korea, Seung Hoo Jin was still having difficulty with both speaking and listening. The solution was English language studies � at a New Zealand English Language school. �Studying at Dynaspeak, especially ...
Rui Jiang China Unknown Otumoetai College
Coming from the busy city of Shanghai, Rui Jiang (also known as Ling) has enjoyed New Zealand�s quieter environment for her international education. �New Zealand is great for study and to live in, with a highly developed western culture�. This was an i...
Simon Zapletan Germany Unknown Otumoetai College
Simon Zapeltan works towards his future with confidence � and dreams to fly. And the first step towards this future is an international education. Simon�s decision to choose New Zealand for secondary education was both well-researched and based on previ...
Le Tuan Ngygen Vietnam Unknown Otumoetai College
Looking for a quality international education in both secondary and tertiary studies, Le Tuan Nguygen chose New Zealand. �A New Zealand education is recognised as being very good in Vietnam�and New Zealand is a safe place to live � this was very importan...
Patricia Rolden Colombia Unknown AIS St Helens (Auckland Institute of Studies Limited)
Patricia Rolden first came to New Zealand from Columbia for business. As marketing manager for a Spanish company, she wanted to find out if there was demand in New Zealand for her products.
Unfortunately her research indicated there wasn&r...;
Eduardo Oliveira Brazil Unknown Otumoetai College
Looking to develop his English language skills, Eduardo Oliveira chose an international education. � and he chose New Zealand. There were two specific benefits of a New Zealand secondary school education that assisted with his decision making � �the su...
Kadhine Amorim Brazil Unknown Tauranga Girls' College
From a young age, Kadhine Amorim had always wanted to experience secondary studies overseas, but had only thought as far as the USA. However, her friends advised her differently. �Last year when I was looking for a high school programme, some friends th...
Ling Guan China Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
�I came to New Zealand because it has a good environment ---- safe, quiet, friendly, and a beautiful country. As well as because it is an English speaking country.I studied in Palmerston North. Worked with classmates who came from different countries; had...
Koji Mine Japan Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
I chose New Zealand as a study destination because a friend of mine, a kiwi, recommended it and said, �You can study not only British, but also American English�.I am studying in Palmerston North. What I have enjoyed most about my course is learning diff...
Marina Monarrez United States of America Unknown Otumoetai College
The natural beauty, for which New Zealand is renowned, was the initial attraction for Marina Monarrez, a secondary school student from the United States."My experience so far in New Zealand has already been something I will never forget and always cherish...
Selvie Iskander Indonesia Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
I decided to study in New Zealand because it is closer to Indonesia than other English speaking countries such as Canada and the USA. New Zealand has a good reputation in the international market as a beautiful country, clean and green environment. Ther...
Shiho Shindo Japan Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
I first came to New Zealand when I was a High School student in Japan. Although it was a short trip I was fascinated by the nature, people and the lifestyle. Living in New Zealand refreshed my mind and I found that I could pursue my academic career succ...
Jens Kroeger Germany Unknown Henderson High School
With a desire to develop his English Language skills, Jens Kroeger chose to enhance his secondary education with a year�s study programme in New Zealand � enrolling at Henderson High School in Auckland. From the outset, Jens enjoyed all aspects of his New...
Yang Qian Other Unknown NorthTec
The benefits of choosing a New Zealand education have already extended past obtaining a good qualification for Chinese student Yang Qian (Vian). Currently enrolled at the Northland Polytechnic Polytechnic for the Bachelor of Applied Arts programme, Vian ...
Jian Jiang China Unknown AIS St Helens (Auckland Institute of Studies Limited)
Twenty-eight year-old Jian Jiang (also known as JJ) is a bit of an expert when it comes to AIS St Helens. Not only has he studied in the English Language Centre, the Bachelor of International Business Programme and now the MBA Programme, but he’s al...
Alexis Perez Fontes Uruguay Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
Alexis Fontes and his partner wanted to study in a country where English was spoken as the first language. �Being able to speak English will open a number of doors for me back home. I will have more choice in terms of my employment prospects, which coul...
Stephanie Lim Malaysia Unknown International Pacific College
Poh Ai Lim (known as Stephanie) works in Malaysia as an Environmental, Health and Safety Executive. Pivotal to her career was the decision she made three years ago to undertake international study, completing a Master of International Studies (Environmen...
Natalia Agudelo Colombia Unknown The University of Waikato Language Institute
With a goal of improving her English skills prior to Business studies in Columbia, Natalia Agudelo choose an international education in an English speaking country � and she chose New Zealand. "I chose New Zealand as a country because it is peaceful, qui...
Mohammed Al-Maimani Oman Unknown Massey University Foundation Studies Programme
Having decided on an international tertiary education, Mohammed Al-Maimani was attracted to New Zealand, as an English speaking country providing high quality academic programmes.Initially enrolling for English language studies at the AUT English Language...
Anh Huynh (Gary) Tuan Vietnam Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
A part-time job in a High Street caf� has taken Tuan Anh Huynh (Gary) in an unexpected direction.The friendly 23 year old moved here from Saigon, Vietnam in 2001 to study. He�d already completed high school and was keen to improve his English and then ga...
Fatma Al-Lawati Oman Unknown Massey University Foundation Studies Programme
First experiencing New Zealand on holiday, it was an obvious choice for Fatma Al-Lawati when the tertiary programme she wanted to complete was not available in her home country. �I travelled to New Zealand in 1996 on holiday with my family and was able t...
Yuko Tsukuda Japan Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
A first-year university student in Japan, Yuko Tsukuda was keen to include English Language studies at an international university as part of her tertiary programme. Fortunately her university in Nagasaki had an exchange system in place with New Zealand,...
Amandeep Singh India Unknown Manukau Institute of Technology
Staff at MIT is very cooperative and updated technology and course stuffs are provided to students with up-to-date knowledge. Frienly atmosphere....
Kohei Togashi Japan Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
With a goal to study Veterinary Science at Massey University � internationally renowned for this programme � Kohei Togashi commenced his New Zealand education by enrolling for Foundation Studies through the Massey University English Language Centre.�At f...
Guan Wang China Unknown New Zealand School of Business and Technology
Wang Guan was born in China and hope one day to become a policewoman. She is presently learning English in Auckland, at New Zealand School of Business and Technology.She came to New Zealand on the advice of friends who told her it is a very clean, unspoi...
Masakzu Kawakami Japan Unknown New Zealand School of Business and Technology
Kawakami Masakzu (also known as Makka) comes is 22 years old and comes from Japan. He wants to go to University in New Zealand and needs to push up his level of English in order to meet the required standard. This is what he says about his experience so ...
Meng Zang China Unknown New Zealand School of Business and Technology
Meng Zang is a 23 year old student from China. She came to New Zealand attracted by its reputation for good education and lifestyle. She has a Degree in Management Science form China and her ambition is to get into Auckland University to do a Masters in...
Maija Siegers Germany Unknown KingsWay School
�I like studying at KingsWay School, because it has a very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The teachers and students accept everyone into the school and both don�t use harsh words. It�s a small school with 750 students, which gives the school a family ...
Tamara Krischak Germany Unknown Kristin School
Photo: Tamara (top) in SWFSS winning entry The Three Witches, Macbeth�Along with great academic goals Kristin has state of the art facilities and very competent teachers who are always incredibly helpful. For me the most exciting subject was performing ar...
Wattana Pongjaruvat Thailand Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
Wattana Pongjaruvat chose New Zealand specifically as one of the few countries that offered her tertiary education in her chosen field. �I really want to study Product Development, and New Zealand is one of the only places I found where you can study thi...
Jirapat Imratanarak Thailand Unknown International Pacific College
�It is my pleasure to be one of IPC's students. I have learned many things, not only to do with my education, but about other cultures as well. Everyone is nice, even the teachers. All the classes help me to think critically which I need for my future car...
Jin Young Oh Korea South Unknown International Pacific College
After graduating from IPC, I had 8 job offers from well-known Korean companies such as Hyundai and LG. My experiences at IPC helped me to be a high achiever in many areas including language skills and self confidence, attributes that other university gra...
Jenni Entierro Philippines Unknown NorthTec
With aspirations for a business career, Jenni Entierro�s interest in international education came from a presentation by an agent in Philippines. �We were shown different prospectus of universities and polytechnics in New Zealand and given an overview of ...
Nguyen Thanh Tram Vietnam Unknown NorthTec
It is a great opportunity to include within your secondary schooling some international experience. For Nguyen Thanh Tram, her opportunity came through a nationwide competition in Vietnam, held by the local office of New Zealand Trade and Enterprise. On...
Antoine Lutti Other Unknown Victoria University of Wellington
Having studied initially in France, and later in Australia, Antoine Lutti was working in London and simply �hating it. I just wanted to return to Australia or visit New Zealand. Then I found a research position in New Zealand so just moved in!� � which ...
Yeon Woo (Andy) Lee Korea South Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Twenty five year old Yeon Woo Lee (Andy) devotes virtually every waking hour to hospitality. Not only is he studying for his National Diploma in Hospitality Management at NZMA, but he also holds down a full time job at Waipuna Hotel and Conference Centre...
Kai Schukowski Germany Unknown Lynfield College
"Excellent education, good friends, heaps of sport opportunities and a beautiful country - that's New Zealand. This school's international office is an incredibly valuable source of help. I encourage you to come to New Zealand - I value my time spent here...
Erwan Hemery Other Unknown Victoria University of Wellington
Having spent two years in Australia as a Masters student, Erwan Hemery had fallen in love with �down under�. After working in a research centre in London, he decided to pursue his dream � however this time, chose New Zealand, obtaining a PhD position at ...
Brent Houthuijzen New Zealand Unknown International Pacific College
I completed a student exchange to Japan at the age of 17 and wanted to continue my language studies on top of creating base skills for an international career.IPC has an excellent international environment with high tech facilities and professional lectur...
Yu-Hsuan Chang (Mandy) Taiwan Unknown KingsWay School
�KingsWay School is a great school. All teachers are very kind and nice to the students. It has been a good experience to be at KingsWay School and it will be a good experience for others too. If other students come to KingsWay School they will have an op...
Liheng Zhang (Joe) China Unknown Otumoetai College
�My name is Liheng Zhang (Joe), I come from China and have been studying at Otumoetai College for 2 years. I am currently studying NCEA Level 3 and scholarship. The teachers are so helpful and experienced and I enjoy the time at school. I have a wonderful...
Matias Pero Chile Unknown University of Otago Language Centre and Foundation Year
Matias had searched out the University of Otago Language Centre on the internet after talking with friends who had studied at the University on a student exchange programme.Matias recommends the University of Otago Language Centre as it is right on campus...
Neeru Yadav India Unknown Wellington Institute of Technology
�The teachers here are amazing � they go out of their way to help you. It really boosts your confidence. It�s interactive learning and the small class sizes mean you get to know the other students. I also see the staff at the International Centre every we...
Augusto Zarza Other Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
Augusto Zarza�s opportunity for an international education came through his wife�s position with the Ministry of Agriculture in Paraguay. �She was fortunate to receive a New Zealand Aid Scholarship in 2003 and is currently studying for a Masters in Veter...
Sakae Yatabe Japan Unknown Whitireia New Zealand
I can say I made the right decision coming to Whitireia Community Polytechnic. My class is not as big as university; however it seems good to me. I know every one of my classmate's names and faces. We study together and help each other out. I have been e...
Alla Slapovskaya Russia Unknown Whitireia New Zealand
I woke up one morning and realized I was sick of doing boring web-development stuff and wasting nerves and hours in terrible Moscow traffic. I definitely needed some, literally, fresh air and a good start for a more exciting career. New Zealand looked lik...
Carol Nolan Other Unknown Media Design School
Keen to explore the world, it was New Zealand�s reputation for leading-edge design software that encouraged Carol Nolan from Ireland to choose this country for her international education. �It was an excuse to travel and New Zealand is really at the fore...
Nathan Johnson Other Unknown Media Design School
Having previously spent a year in New Zealand, Nathan Johnson from the USA never forgot his experience and always hoped to return. Well aware of New Zealand�s international reputation in film making and seeking a career in 3D Animation, he made the decis...
Edward Zhou China Unknown NorthTec
For Edward Zhou, his opportunity for a New Zealand education was alighted to a similar opportunity for other Chinese students. An academic interchange programme had been organised between Jiangxi University of Finance and Economics in China and the North...
Men Dapeng China Unknown NorthTec
Men Dapeng (Sean) firmly believes his time studying at Northland Polytechnic � for a Bachelor of Business - has helped him to achieve his goal of gaining acceptance into the Monash University Post Graduate programme in Australia.Sean began his tertiary st...
Chang Li Other Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
It was the influence of both friends and education promotion that convinced Chang Li that a New Zealand education would be the best choice. �So many of my classmates chose New Zealand. When I saw the advertising for New Zealand I loved it.�Wishing to st...
Pitcharat Sookdee Thailand Unknown NorthTec
Despite spending only 16 weeks in New Zealand, Pitcharat Sookdee � known as Patty � enjoyed a New Zealand education that gave her English language skills that she�s now used around the world!�I chose New Zealand and the Northland Polytechnic to study beca...
Dao Minh Ngoc Other Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
It was New Zealand�s reputation as a quality destination for study that led to Dao Minh Ngoc enrolling at the Massey University English Language Centre in Palmerston North. �I chose New Zealand because New Zealand�s education system is among the best in ...
Victoria Kobzar Other Unknown Pacific International Hotel Management School
Victoria is 26 years of age and has been in Taranaki for 3 years, studying a Diploma in Hospitality Management. She comes from Vladivostok in Russia. Victoria wanted to study hospitality and PIHMS is the only institute in New Zealand that provides this ed...
Yoko Yamamoto Japan Unknown New Plymouth Girls' High School
An exchange programme between Osaka Ken-ei Girls' High School and New Zealand's New Plymouth Girls High School gave Yoko Yamamoto the opportunity for an international, English speaking education.On a one-year programme to study the English language and ex...
Bui Huong Vietnam Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
Attracted to New Zealand by it�s reputation as �one of the most beautiful and friendly countries in the world�, Bui Huong was fortunate to be able to receive a scholarship to study in New Zealand. Her selected course was based in Palmerston North, initia...
Kristen Griffen Other Unknown Media Design School
It was a love of design, technology and the delightful rabbit �Bugs Bunny� that combined to bring Canadian student Kristen Griffin to New Zealand, for a Diploma in 3D Computer Animation at Media Design School in Auckland. �My interested in art and comput...
Liu Yanna Other Unknown Massey University English Language Centre
The opportunity to study overseas appealed to Chinese student Liu Yanna � and she chose New Zealand. �The New Zealand environment is good � also it is safe. It is an English language country, like Australia, and I�d heard that the people were nice.� Fi...
Gina Tari Vanuatu Unknown NorthTec
Gina Tari is dedicated to protect the environment in her home country, Vanuatu, and has chosen this area for her career path. �Like other pacific countries, Vanuatu is one that is very concerned about its environment and its remaining resources, for the ...
Reygina from Indonesia Other Unknown Manukau Institute of Technology
Before choosing a New Zealand education, Reygina was successfully developing a career in management. At just the age of 22, she was appointed General Affairs and Office Manager for an aviation company in Jakarta � a position which included HR development...
Pascale Savigny Other Unknown Victoria University of Wellington
For sophisticated research such as Nanobiology, it is crucial to learn in an environment that provides the necessary equipment and knowledge base. It was such an environment that attracted Pascale Savigny to leave her home in Marseille for PhD studies in...
Lu The Hung Other Unknown Manukau Institute of Technology
Lu The Hung came to New Zealand from Vietnam with the initial goal of improving his English language skills. The first � and most important step � for him was enrolling at the Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT), in the English for Speakers of Other La...
Luong Hoang Other Unknown Manukau Institute of Technology
Having graduated from high school in Vietnam, Luong Hoang decided to take his tertiary studies overseas � and he chose New Zealand. First step was English language studies, essential for entry into his chosen degree programme. Then, having achieved a s...
Dorothea Schriever Other Unknown Epsom Girls Grammar
Upon the decision to leave the comfort of one�s home to study in a foreign country, one must face the fact that life in a different country is neither better nor worse, but different. When I packed my bags, 15 months ago, to start the adventure of living ...
Yuji Hashisaka Japan Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Yuji Hashisaka always dreamed of owning an amusement arcade. He worked in one part-time when he was studying economics at university and later spent 18 months as a salesman in the industry. But when the industry took a downturn in Japan he decided to us...
Pokchat Jaratkulangkoon Thailand Unknown St Mary's Diocesan School for Girls, Stratford
St Mary's is like a family. The teachers go out of their way to help you and the hostel is great!...
Saysi Sayaseng Lao Unknown Avondale College
The first impression about Avondale College is their facilities, especially the stadium. I partipated in both academic and sports activities and i enjoyed all of my subjects. My parents' friends recommended this school to us because of its outstanding ac...
Kenneth Cheuk Hong Kong Unknown University of Otago Language Centre and Foundation Year
I have been learning English skills everyday and I feel like I really can equip myself with good English before I go to university. I have also learned research skills which will help me to find the materials for my research projects more accurately. My h...
Qian Li (Christie) Zhao China Unknown Wollongong College
I finally chose the Diploma in Business at Wollongong College because it gave me direct entry in 2nd year university commerce programmes at top universities in New Zealand and Australia. In 2004 I completed my 1 year Diploma and the hard part was deciding...
Uday Singh India Unknown Unitec New Zealand
After completing hotel management courses in Sydney, Uday was keen to further his studies in tourism. He chose to study in New Zealand, because he had heard it was up-and-coming and a tourism-oriented country. Friends recommended Unitec as a good place to...
Farah al Barwani Oman Unknown University of Otago Language Centre and Foundation Year
Foundation Year is a very accepting place � people are friendly and you feel as if you are a part of Foundation Year. Teachers and students look out for you. The course is good. It is definitely worth taking as it gives you a big advantage at university, ...
Esther Kim Korea South Unknown The University of Auckland
Esther Hye-Rang Kim was born in Seoul, Korea, though spent most of her early years in Anyang City. Immediately on graduation from high school, she decided to investigate international options for her tertiary study.To Esther, New Zealand offered a secure ...
Pri Utami Indonesia Unknown The University of Auckland
I first studied at the University of Auckland in 1994, taking a three-month post-graduate course in Geothermal Reservoir Engineering. Indonesia has abundant but under-utilised geothermal resources. Developing this clean and renewable energy however also m...
Senthil Balan Malaysia Unknown The University of Auckland
I consider my time at the University of Auckland as the most exciting, enjoyable and enriching experience of my life so far. The university gave me access to excellent academic staff, and it strongly supports its international students. An example was whe...
Mai Thi Phuong Lien Other Unknown Manukau Institute of Technology
It�s a big step to leave your home and travel across the world for an international education, yet this is just what Mai Thi Phuong Lien has achieved. She has chosen to leave her home in Vietnam for a New Zealand education. Fortunately, from the first s...
Aya Yamabe Japan Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
When it comes to studying Down Under, 20 year old Aya Yamabe has more experience than many international students.Uninspired by her school-life in Japan, she left her hometown of Sanda at just 16 and headed to New Zealand. She settled in Warkworth, 45 mi...
Tingshuo Li China Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
For many of us coffee is just an early morning kick-start, but for Tingshuo Li (Adam) it�s an art form. The 21 year old from Guangdong, China, is so into coffee it�s almost an obsession - he�s studied coffee-making, works full-time as a barista and even ...
Maria Baring Philippines Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
She�s a trained engineer with more than a decade�s experience behind her - yet when Maria Baring immigrated to New Zealand three-and-a-half years ago she couldn�t find work. Now, thanks to a stint back in the classroom, the bubbly mum�s career is back on...
Bunnak Benjamaphinyo Thailand Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
There was a time when Bunnak Benjamaphinyo (Ting�s) English was so poor that all he wanted to do was jump on a plane and hightail it back home to Thailand.Fortunately he wouldn�t let himself, and now, several years later, he�s not only got excellent Engli...
Dan Du China Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
She is fascinated by us all. Big. Small. Carnivore. Vegan. Western. Eastern. People from all walks of life and all parts of the globe. It�s this genuine passion for people and their diversity that has motivated 23 year old Dan Du to pursue a career...
Rajashekar Thota India Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Rajashekar Thota (Raj) came to New Zealand to focus on gaining managerial skills.The 27 year old from Hyderabad, India, enrolled in NZMA�s National Diploma in Business and also gained a part-time job as a Crew Member for Pizza Hut. Four years later and h...
Mika Yoshigaito Japan Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Many would describe MikaYoshigaito as a free spirit.Seven years ago the unconventional Japanese woman quit her job as a manager for an Osaka finance company and headed into the dark depths of the Asian continent. Three years and 15 countries later she ar...
Marina Mimessi Brazil Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Marina Mimessi is a long way from home.Two and a half years ago she took a break from her law studies in Porto Velho, Brazil to �do some traveling�. She�s been in New Zealand ever since!The striking 22 year old initially headed Down Under for a short sti...
Tomoaki Matsushita Japan Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
For 31 year old Tomoaki Matsushita gaining a double diploma from NZMA was a huge achievement.The softly spoken man from Shizuoka struggled through high school and found his subsequent attempts to improve his English daunting and difficult. But all that c...
Rakesh Chauhan India Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Life has changed for Rakesh Chauhan. Five years ago the fashion-conscious 29 year old was living in Gujarat, India, running his own successful clothing boutique. Today he is studying for a career in the hospitality industry in Auckland, New Zealand.Rake...
Preetpal Dhillon India Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Coming abroad to study has been a life-changing experience for Preetpal Dhillon (Preet). Not only has it opened his eyes to new cultures and experiences, but it has also led him onto an entirely unexpected career path.The 30 year old from Delhi landed in...
Sena Kim Korea South Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
When it comes to the hospitality industry, Sena Kim is determined to make it to the top. The 20 year old from Seoul is passionate about the industry � in fact so passionate that she turned down an offer from Massey University to study to be a vet. Instea...
Prashant Bansode India Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Prashant Bansode is a planner.He�s just 24 but he already knows exactly where he's heading, and he�s set down both short-term and long-term plans to get himself there. With a Bachelor of Computer Applications under his belt, Prashant has now come to New Z...
Kazuya Yamauchi Japan Unknown Fern School of English
Kazuya Yamauchi is not your average international student. In fact he�s the first to admit he �likes to mix things up a bit�.Although he is Japanese, Kazuya has forged a career as an Italian chef, and he is now living in New Zealand trying his hardest to...
Hiroshi Komura Japan Unknown Fern School of English
Hiroshi Komura is lucky. He�s got the kind of job you can do anywhere. Usually based in Tokyo, much of his work as a Media Coordinator is done by email - which is precisely why he was able to head to New Zealand last October for a six month stint brushi...
Ayako Takeda Japan Unknown Fern School of English
Ayako Takeda had what many young Japanese women dream of � a fantastic job working as a ground hostess at Narita International Airport. She landed the position after completing a two year airline course which grooms students for roles as flight attendant...
Jeong Yoon (Claire) Lee Korea South Unknown Fern School of English
Jeong Yoon Lee (Claire) is taking a break from her university studies to improve her English.The 21 year old from Yeosu, Korea, is majoring in International Trade so English language skills are essential. With 18 months of her degree yet to complete, Cla...
Jullapun (Tom) Pimpisarn Thailand Unknown Fern School of English
English language skills are more important in some jobs than others.In Jullapun Pimpisarn�s case, they are a must.The ambitious 29 year old, whose English name is Tom, works as a lawyer for a law firm based in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Over 90 percent of his...
Ya Yu (Vicky) Gao China Unknown Fern School of English
A passion for art has brought Ya Yu Gao (Vicky) half way across the world to FERN English Academy.As soon as the exuberant 24 year old heard about the new FERN/Whitecliffe One Year Certificate of Arts and Design (Foundation) course, she knew she�d found w...
Minhee Jung Korea South Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
After a bumpy start, Minhee Jung finally feels like she knows where she�s heading.The bubbly 20 year old came here for a holiday in 2002 � and she loved it so much she never went home! Initially her parents, who live in O-San (near Seoul), thought she wa...
Menglong Hua China Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
He has qualifications in many different fields� but for Menglong Hua (Long) the hospitality industry is where his future lies.In 1999, the motivated 29 year old headed to New Zealand to study and gain work experience. With a diploma in accounting already...
Megumi Takata Japan Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
When Megumi Takata left Japan she planned to spend a year in New Zealand improving her English� but that was before she found out about NZMA and their top quality hospitality courses. Two and a half years later and the friendly 24 year old is about to gra...
Kana Hamamoto Japan Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Ordering a meal at a restaurant, asking for headsets on an airplane, checking into a hotel� all these are things that most of us take for granted. We do them without even thinking about them.But as an NZMA hospitality student Kana Hamamoto points out, ge...
adil nawaz Pakistan Unknown ACE Computer Training Ltd
I am doing Graduate from university of Karachi my graduate will completed in 2008 and I had also done Computer literacy programming (C.L.P) from Yahoo Computer Institute Karachi Pakistan.
Working Experience:-
I am still working in S...
Dharanee Gandhiswami India Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
When it comes to pursuing an international career in hospitality, Dharanee Gandhiswami (DD) is 100 percent focused.He�s been in New Zealand for less than two years but already he�s making his mark. DD has nearly completed his National Diploma in Hospital...
Su Xiao Hai China Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
The world of business has always fascinated Xiao Hai Su (Sue). In China, her homeland, she spent three years at university studying Business Management and another six years working as an Assistant Manager for a finance company.Keen to further her career...
You Youngbin Korea South Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Studying at NZMA has helped Youngbin You (Binnie) get her foot in the door to an exciting career in New Zealand.Whilst studying for her National Diploma in Business, the NZMA Employment Advisor helped her land a part-time job working at Orbit Corporate Tr...
Qiang (Otto) Zhou China Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
In just six short months Qiang Zhou (Otto) climbed his way from Food Runner to Duty Manager at Opium, one of the inner-city�s most atmospheric and elegant bars. The 23 year old from China landed the job last year while working towards his National Diplom...
Sujan Kumar Kotha India Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Restaurant Brands is providing an excellent career pathway for Sujan Kumar Kotha.. The motivated 28 year old came from Hyderabad, India five years ago to study hospitality. He gained a National Diploma in Hospitality Management from New Zealand Manageme...
Asuka Minagawa Japan Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Asuka Minagawa is enjoying a six month stint in New Zealand, taking a break from her university studies to improve her English. Three years into a degree in International Culture, she decided to take time out to rejuvenate. When she returns to Japan, As...
Tanutchapora (Louise) Thawornviriyanan Thailand Unknown Fern School of English
Speaking English fluently is vital for Tanutchapora Thawornviriyanan (Louise).The Thai 34 year old manages two hotels in her hometown of Chanthaburi � a role which sees her dealing with guests from all corners of the globe.�My family owns a hotel in the c...
Miyoko Sato Japan Unknown New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)
Miyoko Sato has a huge respect for New Zealand women. She admires their strength and forthright manner. According to Miyoko the role of women in Japan is vastly different � part of the reason she abandoned her banking career and came to New Zealand to s...
Sooyong (Sawyer) Eun Korea South Unknown Fern School of English
Making a career change after many years in one industry is no easy task.For many, the thought of starting at the bottom of a new field and having to spend years climbing up the ranks again is just too daunting. For others, the idea of returning to a clas...
Jung Yeoun (Laurie) Choi Korea South Unknown Fern School of English
Making a career change after many years in one industry is no easy task.For many, the thought of starting at the bottom of a new field and having to spend years climbing up the ranks again is just too daunting. For others, the idea of returning to a clas...
Yuji Hashisaka Japan Unknown Fern School of English
Yuji Hashisaka always dreamed of owning an amusement arcade. He worked in one part-time when he was studying economics at university and later spent 18 months as a salesman in the industry. But when the industry took a downturn in Japan he decided to us...
Woong Yeom Sung Korea South Unknown Fern School of English
When it comes to international trade, communication skills are vital.That�s the view of Sung Woong Yeom (Bruce) and that�s why he has taken a year out of his university studies to come to New Zealand.�In Korea I�m a university student majoring in Economic...
Yanki (Luk Ka) Yan Hong Kong Unknown Fern School of English
Yanki Luk Yan has been developing her sense of style since she was a child.Brought up in Hong Kong, she studied art at school and always had a creative bent. When her parents suggested she study abroad a couple of years ago she jumped at the chance, know...
Kaori Takeji Japan Unknown Fern School of English
Not only does Kaori Takeji know what industry she wants to work in - she even knows who she wants to work for!The self-confessed exercise maniac is determined to land a job at top Auckland gym Les Mills. She already spends between one and two hours most ...
Eun Young Kil Korea South Unknown Fern School of English
She�s just 21 but Eun Young Kil (Emily) knows where she�s heading.With her sights set on a future in hospitality, the bubbly Korean has opted for a New Zealand study experience. It�s a move which will bring Emily one step closer to her goal.�I came to Ne...
Akina Kokufuda Japan Unknown Fern School of English
With a degree in International Relations under her belt, Akina Kokufuda has headed Down Under to broaden her skill set.She graduated from Toyo University in Tokyo this March and is now studying English at FERN English Academy.�Eventually I want to work in...
Do Sung Lee Korea South Unknown Fern School of English
Dreams of becoming a customs officer in Korea have motivated Do Sung Lee (Dawson) to study English Down Under.The enthusiastic 25 year old arrived in Auckland last August, fired up to improve his language skills and ultimately, his employability.�A good l...
Jong Won Kim Korea South Unknown Fern School of English
When Jong Won Kim (Deborah) opened an art gallery in Seoul, she was interested in art � but not passionate about it.But in the five years she owned the business her affinity with art blossomed. So much so that she�s now studying to be an artist herself!�...
Rebecca Ye China Unknown AUT University
My name is Rebecca Ye and I come from Shanghai in China. I have been in New Zealand for more than 4 years. The first three years I studied at Edgewater College. It is a beautiful place and all the teachers there are so kind and helpful. I can still rememb...
Tamami Kawano Japan High School Studies Orewa College
Tamami comes from Japan and spent 2 years at Orewa College. She has a particular interest in music and was an important member of the college jazz band. She really enjoyed her time here, making many friends. She could speak very little English when she fi...
Thiago Alves Brazil High School Studies Orewa College
Thiago is from Brazil and studied with us at Orewa College for a year. He enjoyed the lifestyle and quickly became a popular member of the school, making many New Zealand friends. He enjoyed sport, the beach and also snowboarding at our local indoor ...
VU Long Vietnam Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Canterbury College
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Sujin Lim Korea South Diploma in Art & Craft (Advanced) Hungry Creek Art & Craft School
Lery Wongsonegoro Indonesia Unknown Massey University
Lery Wongsonegoro as one of New Zealand's alumni can truly say that he has broadly experienced the New Zealand education system. Leaving Jakarta in 1989 he completed his Year 10 at Wellington High School, and then went on to Onslow College to complete hi...
Pyseth Meas Cambodia Unknown Massey University
A desire to develop his skills as an agricultural research led to Pyseth Meas� decision for a post-graduate New Zealand education. �Before coming to study in New Zealand, I was somehow an agricultural researcher but I did not have the right ideas how to ...
Ana Maria NAPOLEAO Bastos Brazil General English Elementary Canterbury College
Ana Maria joined our Beginner class in May for a 16-week course. After a school wide Level Check, she has progressed to the Elementary Class, and she is enjoying her course so much that she has just extended her enrolment for a further 9 weeks. &quo...;
Neil Chan Taiwan Year 12 Academic Preparation Botany Downs Secondary College
Phanida Raphiphan (Dao) Thailand Unknown Whitireia New Zealand
Whitireia is not a big place, but I like the small classroom environment. My classmates and I work very closely together. We become very good friends.The tutors are very approachable. I'm not afraid to talk to them or ask them questions. The hand-on exper...
Rasaduna Perera Sri Lanka Unknown Whitireia New Zealand
My name is Rasaduna Perera. I am from Sri Lanka. I have been here for about a year and a half. Tutors at Whitireia are very helpful. They have led me to success in studies and helped me manage time for sports.The state-of-the-art facilities at Whitireia ...
Atsushi Nishikawa Japan Unknown Whitireia New Zealand
Following graduation from a Tokyo Keizai university with a Business Administration degree, Atsushi Nishikawa spent three years working in sales/marketing for a company that produced dental equipment and x-ray devices for US and European markets. However h...
Qing Ma Other Unknown Whitireia New Zealand
With a desire to develop a career in tourism, Chinese student Qing Ma was looking for an English speaking country with good opportunities for education. New Zealand�s reputation for quality educational programmes based on the reputable British system par...
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