Edconic

It was great to be on the ground at the with some of the team, spending time together, exchanging ideas, and engaging with leaders shaping the future of education. We’re energized by the insights and excited about what’s ahead!

Edconic CEO Brandon Busteed recently joined Peter Hostrawser and Alli Dahl for the Disrupt Education Podcast. They discussed the disconnect between GPAs and job performance, the internship gap, and the future of higher education.

Find the full episode here:

422 Harvard’s GPA Problem: Why Internships Matter More Than Grades What if the “A” isn’t proof of learning anymore?In this episode of the Disrupt Education Podcast, Peter Hostrawser and Alli Dahl sit down with Brandon Bustee...

“It is now imperative that we create new, alternative pathways for young people to gain valuable work-integrated learning experience.” —Brandon Busteed, CEO of Edconic

Our CEO shares how employers can help students bridge the internship gap in his recent article for (link in bio).

“It is now imperative that we create new, alternative pathways for young people to gain valuable work-integrated learning experience.” —Brandon Busteed, CEO of Edconic

Our CEO shares how employers can help students bridge the internship gap in his recent article for Forbes:

Young Americans Face A Career Crash. CEOs Can Fix It. Young Americans are facing an unprecedented crash in entry-level work and career opportunities. CEOs must lead an internship revolution to avert the disaster.

“The number one reason why students enroll in higher ed is to get a good or better job.” —Brandon Busteed, CEO of Edconic

Read more from GBH News: https://www.wgbh.org/news/education-news/2025-12-02/brandeis-bets-big-on-rebuilding-the-liberal-arts-around-real-world-skills

Edconic is proud to support Manchester City Sports Business School and Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies in launching a new Executive Master's program in Global Sports Operations & Strategy.

This partnership brings together two global leaders in education and sport to create a truly industry-immersive program that reflects the evolving demands of the global sports industry.

Edconic looks forward to contributing to the program and championing the development of sports business professionals and executives!

Learn more:

Georgetown Partners With Manchester City F.C. to Launch Executive Master’s in Global Sports - Georgetown University The 12-month program will kick off in fall 2026 and offer graduate students opportunities to collaborate with the Manchester City Football Club and learn from the team’s operations and business practices.

We're excited to announce our Edconic career-connected summer programs for college students are now live on the Via TRM platform!

This partnership enables us to help students:
✅ Gain real world insights
✅ Build a powerful network of industry contacts
✅ Graduate with an iconic resume

For those in the network: with the click of a button, you can give your students access to these unparalleled career-focused study abroad opportunities. https://edconic.via-trm.com/visitor-programs-v2

These once-in-a-lifetime experiences bridge the gap between academic learning and professional practice, all while studying away in dynamic global cities.

👉 Today's students need more than cultural immersion. They need study abroad experiences that translate directly into career readiness. Let us help lift up your study abroad office with these high impact opportunities for your students.

Want to bring these programs to your campus in another way?
Connect with our Executive Director of Collegiate Partnerships, Kelly Lampe, M.Ed., at [email protected]

We’re excited to announce our Edconic career-connected summer programs for college students are now live on the platform!

This partnership enables us to help students:
✅ Gain real world insights
✅ Build a powerful network of industry contacts
✅ Graduate with an iconic resume

For those in the network: with the click of a button, you can give your students access to these unparalleled career-focused study abroad opportunities. (Link in bio)

These once-in-a-lifetime experiences bridge the gap between academic learning and professional practice, all while studying away in dynamic global cities.

👉 Today’s students need more than cultural immersion. They need study abroad experiences that translate directly into career readiness. Let us help lift up your study abroad office with these high impact opportunities for your students.

Want to bring these programs to your campus in another way? Connect with our Executive Director of Collegiate Partnerships, Kelly Lampe, M.Ed., at [email protected]

Join us for Future Icons: The Vogue x Sotheby's Experience

📅 Date: November 13th
🕖 Time: 7:00 pm BST
📍 Location: Upper College Hall, St Salvator’s Quad, University of St Andrews
🎟️ Free – Registration Required

Spaces are limited. Priority given to University of St Andrews email registrations.

Reserve your place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/future-icons-the-vogue-x-sothebys-experience-tickets-1761465303139

✨ What’s On:
Join Louisa Colbert, Jeffrey Boloten, Johannes Reponen, and Morgan Browning for an inspiring evening showcasing short and professional courses for students, graduates, and professionals in the creative industries.

The Talk Will Cover:
-Sotheby's Institute of Art: 5-Day Intensives & 12-Week Certificate Programs in Art Business & Art History
-Vogue College of Fashion: 5-Day Fashion Programs in Journalism, Styling, Business, Beauty Business and Creative Direction.
-Postgraduate MA Programs: Overview of Master’s degree opportunities

🥂 The event will close with a drinks reception. This is an opportunity to network with speakers, ask questions, and connect with fellow attendees interested in art, fashion, media, and creative careers.