SOS EDUCATION CONSULTANCY
YOUR TEAM ON THE GROUND IN LATIN AMERICA

Connect, Partner, Recruit

SOS Latin America Education Consultancy helps international educators
to build a presence in Latin America.

YOUR TEAM ON THE GROUND IN LATIN AMERICA

SOS Latin America Education Consultancy helps international educators
to build a presence in Latin America.
Connect, Partner, Recruit.

SOS LATIN AMERICA EDUCATION CONSULTANCY

Latin America is often underestimated by international universities and student recruitment teams. This is one of the most unequal parts of the world, in terms of income distribution. However, the potential for scientific collaboration and student recruitment in the region is immense.

Education attainment rates have improved greatly in recent years. The impact of the global pandemic has yet to be fully assessed and understood. However, the demand for education and qualifications can only grow.

As local economies recover and grow, there are acute skills shortages that are not being met by the local market offer. Of particular note is a dearth of the so-called 21st century skills, often not delivered through antiquated university courses structures.

With informed insight and strategy, international universities can find an appropriate level of engagement in specific Latin American countries, and become part of a bigger story of progress in the overall region.

There is such cultural diversity in the vast region that is Latin America. This means that a one-size-fits-all approach is not the best strategy for international educators that wish to connect, partner, and recruit. Personal connections are hugely important and regional diversity is necessary when planning effective education brand building across Latin America.

SOS is an independent education consultancy specialising in higher education in Latin America, operating from a base in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. SOS offers a full umbrella of services to help international colleges and universities create lasting relationships in Latin America. After all, we base our advice and strategy on up-to-date market knowledge and insights through vast networks of collaborators.

Ultimately, we spot market needs, and help our clients to build strategies to meet them. We deliver for our clients through our SOS personalised service, localised representation, and much more. SOS Education Consultancy enjoys a large network of colleagues and collaborators throughout Latin America, allowing our clients to be resourceful and impactful with international office budgets.

SOS LATIN AMERICA EDUCATION CONSULTANCY SERVICES

Research

Know your target markets in Latin America before developing a student recruitment strategy that works

Representation

Gain year-round traction by having local representation in your target markets in Latin America

Recruitment

Do you have a specific undergraduate and postgraduate student recruitment strategy for your target markets in Latin America?

Strategy

Develop a strategy that works for your institution in Latin America, based on focussed objectives

Agents

Let SOS set up a network of the best agents around Latin America, and be their point of contact.

Partnerships

Would you like to form lasting partnerships with the best universities in Latin America?

Brand Development

Is your brand recognisable in Latin America?

Schools

Which private schools in Latin America send most students overseas?

Events

What are the best student recruitment and education events in-market to represent your brand? Would you like to have your own branded event?

Marketing

Make sure your marketing material is easily understood and relevant to your target audience

SEO

Are your landing pages optimised for each target market in Latin America? Are you reaching enough students?

Social Media

Do you have a social media presence for each of your target markets? Do you get much traction from this?

What do SOS education clients say?

"As an international education expert, SOS Education Consultant appreciates that for partnerships to endure and prosper, the challenge is to create relationships with depth and mutual benefits."

Gerry O’Sullivan

Head of International Education, Higher Education Authority of Ireland

"Sarah, of SOS Education Consultancy has an excellent understanding of International Education, including a full appreciation of the student needs and the university strategic priorities. I highly recommend SOS Education Consultancy to any stakeholder in the field of international education."

Josephine Page

Director UL Global, University of Limerick

"SOS Education Consultancy did an amazing job helping Hi Bonjour to plan and host a virtual fair in September 2021. We worked together from concept creation to the execution of the event. SOS spared no efforts to ensure the fair was a great success."

Camila Lopes

Marketing Director, Hi Bonjour Student Travel Agency, Canada

"Thank you so much for all your hard work that made Canada Careers so extraordinary. I hope I can participate in other events that include a “touch” of SOS Education Consultancy expertise."

Oswaldo Soubihe

International Education and Development, Georgian College, Canada

"SOS Education Consultancy is very professional and a pleasure to deal with. They have high quality contacts in the market and a deep level of insight into international education."

Karl Turley

Deputy Director of International Relations (Non EU Markets), Athlone Institute of Technology

"Their in-depth knowledge of the international education market in Brazil and their fresh and strategic approach to new market opportunities allowed us to develop and explore new avenues."

Mauro Biondi

Managing Director, Emerald Cultural Institute

"SOS Education Consultancy had the market insight and the foresight to know what would work well for both parties, and was always full of encouragement to both sides allowing more collaborative possibilities than we would have imagined without their intervention."

Holly Cowman

Director of International Engagement, Mary Immaculate College

"I really appreciate the care, kindness, professionalism and their total dedication to make the event (Canada Careers virtual student recruitment fair, September 2021) such a great success. The event was incredible."

Bruno Rodrigues

International Education Advisor, Fanshawe College, Canada

"SOS Education Consultancy experience of working with both private and state educational establishments qualifies them to uniquely advise education stakeholders that wish to create a greater brand presence in Latin America."

David O’Grady

Chief Executive Officer, Marketing English in Ireland

"SOS Education Consultancy regional knowledge and work ethic are unrivalled and they have a very impressive contact base."

Dr Liam Brown

Vice President Research, Development & Innovation, Limerick Institute of Technology

"SOS Education Consultant is an expert in the area of higher education, and has a great capacity to view our target markets in Latin America with optimistic realism, spotting niches for our clients. Sarah, from SOS Education Consultancy, is an excellent communicator, and a great person to know!"

Patrick O’Neill

Director, Sherlock Communications, Latin America

"SOS Education Consultancy helped us build lasting partnerships with government agencies and universities and organised many events to support our efforts."

Miriam Ryan

Head of International Education, Technological Higher Education Association of Ireland

"SOS Education Consultancy helps tremendously in the overall higher education sector. They get the job done, are true to their word, and always a great asset to work with."

David Bradley

International Manager (Europe and the Americas), Dundalk Institute of Technology

"SOS Education Consultancy are expert in this region and working with them was a hugely positive experience. Their unique insights and attention to detail, along with their quickly gained knowledge of our institution and tailored recommendations have allowed us to build a clear focus for the coming years in Latin America."

Harriet Le Good

Regional Manager, National College of Ireland

"Sarah, from SOS Education Consultancy, is a highly knowledgeable colleague with an eye for detail and immense capacity for strategic analysis."

Justin Axel-Berg

Research Consultant, Cormack Consultancy Group

"I was always struck by SOS Education Consultancy's high level of professionalism, the depth of their market knowledge and the breadth of their network."

Enda Carroll

Associate Director UCD Global, University College Dublin