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Webinar

WhatsApp for student recruitment and conversion

In this webinar, we’ll show you the setup and features of WhatsApp, and how to integrate it with your existing recruitment and conversion efforts.

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Webinar

WhatsApp in the student journey: How universities drive engagement and conversion

While an omnichannel strategy includes multiple messaging platforms, WhatsApp is the most immediate and practical starting point for institutions recruiting international students.

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Webinar

The engagement gap: A deep dive into Sinorbis & Edified's latest research on student acquisition

Student expectations around communication are changing rapidly and this is having a direct impact on where students choose to study.

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Guide

Omnichannel engagement: A new era of student recruitment

Combining insights from Sinorbis and Edified, this guide reveals why omnichannel engagement is a trend that marketing, recruitment, and conversion teams cannot ignore.

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Guide

WhatsApp for university marketers and recruiters

Download the guide for practical insights to help your university engage and convert more students with WhatsApp.

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Guide

Building a B2B acquisition strategy for China

This guide shows you exactly how to approach building a strong B2B acquisition strategy for China.

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Guide

Building a student acquisition strategy for China

This guide shows you exactly how to approach building a strong student acquisition strategy for China.

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Guide

Marketing in China: A localisation playbook for Western marketers

Learn how to localise your website, channels, and content for China with insights from BLEND and Sinorbis.

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Guide

RedNote marketing 101

Whether you're new to RedNote or looking to refine your approach, this guide provides a framework for building an effective strategy on the platform.

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Guide

WeChat 101 for China B2B

How to leverage China's super app in your business-to-business operations

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Guide

WeChat for university marketers

We’ve built this WeChat guide to share the tips and tricks we’ve seen get results for real schools and universities: more high-quality applicants and better engagement with Chinese students.

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Guide

Chinese Website 101

The 101 Chinese website guide for recruiters and marketers looking to better engage Chinese students

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Guide

WeChat marketing 101

If you are looking to market and sell to Chinese consumers online, and there's simply no way around WeChat. Learn how to build awareness, engagement and loyalty on China's super app.

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Guide

The future of China recruitment: how to better engage Chinese students via digital channels

China’s data law pivot and breakneck digital evolution have upset business as usual for university marketers and recruiters – who in turn are under pressure to do more with less.

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Guide

Asia Atlas for university marketers

China may be the most challenging marketing landscape, but Asia's broader digital landscape is incredibly complex also – what works in one market won't necessarily work in another.

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Guide

India Country Guide

India presents a huge opportunity for international student recruitment. Our guide sets out the challenges and obstacles to consider in this market, and what strategies to implement for success.

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Guide

Vietnam Country Guide

Unlock Vietnam's education market potential with our comprehensive guide. Understand trends, student profiles, digital strategies, and more.

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Guide

The ultimate social media guide to sell in China

This guide explores platforms like WeChat, Little Red Book, Douyin, and more, sharing actionable strategies to help you leverage these key channels effectively across the entire marketing funnel.

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Guide

How to open an official account for your organization on Asia's most popular social media platforms

If you are looking to establish or enhance your presence on Asia’s most popular social media platforms including WhatsApp, WeChat, LINE, Douyin, and Xiaohongshu, this guide is for you.

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Whitepaper

Shifting global student demand: Asia's role in diversification

This whitepaper from TOEFL® and Sinorbis explores Asia's critical role in global higher education recruitment amid changing student demand.

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Guide

WhatsApp marketing 101

If you’re looking to engage an audience in Asia, WhatsApp is simply a channel that can’t be ignored. Download the guide to unlock the full potential of WhatsApp marketing for your business in Asia.

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Guide

Navigating China's new data privacy laws to connect

China’s digital ground rules shifted when the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) came into effect on 1 November 2021. We’ve unpacked the legalese to bring you some of the law’s key features

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Whitepaper

The Rising Dragon: Touring with the Chinese traveller

Sinorbis' draw on the latest information from around the world to present you with a clear picture of the Chinese traveller.

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Guide

Understanding the Chinese digital ecosystem and B2B online audiences

To reach and engage with Chinese business buyers, it is a must for overseas B2B companies to shift cross-border marketing to online. This guide has been created to help you understand the country's unique digital ecosystem and steadily build your B2B audiences.

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Guide

Developing a B2B digital strategy for China

This guide is designed to help you set realistic goals and build a robust B2B digital marketing roadmap for China.

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Report

China Ready Index

Are Australian businesses equipped to capitalise on the growing demand from Chinese consumers? Find out in this free report.

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Guide

Chinese website 101

Did you know that 94% of Western websites cannot be loaded in mainland China? Learn how to create a high-performing digital presence for China’s unique online ecosystem.

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Guide

The ultimate guide to B2B lead generation in China

How to leverage your digital assets to bolster your B2B lead generation in China? Discover top 8 strategies in this guide.

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