Outcomes of international student mobility programs: a systematic review and agenda for future research

Scholarly studies of international student mobility programs have
increased during the last two decades, particularly following the
Bologna Declaration. Nevertheless, a systematic review of international
student mobility programs and the outcomes and benefits derived from
participation in such programs has not been undertaken. This paper
provides a comprehensive review of studies examining the various
outcomes of student participation in short-term international mobility
programs and identifies under-researched areas such as employment
and career outcomes. A future research agenda based on the review is
outlined, along with recommendations for improving research designs in
order to increase our understanding of the short- and long-term
outcomes of international student mobility programs.