International students are returning to New Zealand at a faster rate than pre-pandemic, but polytechs and schools are still missing out.

And despite previous long term plans to diversify the market, we seem to be more dependent on China for students .

Out of 25 countries enrolling foreign students, New Zealand is in the bottom three for the diversity of its foreign student population.

Universities NZ executive director Chris Whelan joined Mike Hosking.

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International students are returning to New Zealand at a faster rate than pre-pandemic, but polytechs and schools are still missing out.
And despite previous long term plans to diversify the market, we seem to be more dependent on China for students .
Out of 25 countries enrolling foreign students, New Zealand is in the bottom three for the diversity of its foreign student population.
Universities NZ executive director Chris Whelan joined Mike Hosking.
LISTEN ABOVE

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Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers. Whether you’re a small business owner or interested in what’s going on in the Big End of Town, this podcast encompasses the sharpest voices and minds in the world of business.

Best of Business is the home of all things business at Newstalk ZB, from morning market updates right through to incisive interviews with New Zealand’s top business leaders and decision makers.