The Henley Education Report

Featuring pioneering research and a proprietary new benchmarking tool demonstrating how premium education combined with global access acquired through investment migration creates significant opportunity for the next generation, growing their global networks and maximizing their career prospects, earning potential, and economic mobility for greater success and prosperity across their lifetimes. Read the methodology and the press release.

The Henley Opportunity Index

A proprietary benchmarking of how premium education and expanded global access creates opportunity and drives success and prosperity.

THE HENLEY EDUCATION REPORT

The ‘Opportunity Advantage’ of Education and Citizenship

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Sheridan Steen

Switzerland

Switzerland enjoys the highest total opportunity score in the Henley Opportunity Index due to its outstanding earning potential, career advancement, and top-tier employment scores. It offers an excellent quality of life and enables its residents access to a wealth of opportunities within the country and abroad.

The Alpine country is known for its beautiful mountainous scenery and modern, livable cities. With its unemployment rate at just 2%, Switzerland is able to provide its residents with excellent job opportunities across all sectors, with specialists and highly qualified individuals always in demand. Locals are favored in the job market, so acquiring residence in Switzerland alongside the world-class education the country offers will ensure opportunities in one of the world’s most stable economies.

No. of Top 250 universities: 7

Find out more about residence by investment in Switzerland here.

USA

The USA is placed 2^nd in the Henley Opportunity Index, with high scores in top-tier employment prospects, career advancement, and earning potential. With the highest number of Top 250 universities overall, the opportunity to access outstanding education is unparalleled.

With thousands of academic programs and excellent institutions, America’s quality higher education opportunities are more diverse than anywhere else in the world. The job market of the biggest and most powerful economy globally is highly competitive, and new college graduates face challenges in securing employment. This is especially true for international students, so securing residence ahead of job hunting would significantly improve prospects and assure no chances are lost.

No. of Top 250 universities: 46

Find out more about residence by investment in the USA here.

Singapore

Singapore ranks 3^rd in the Henley Opportunity Index thanks to its remarkable earning potential, top-tier employment prospects, and economic mobility scores. Its robust free market economy and excellent connections to Asia and the world place it as one of the most desirable locations globally.

Singapore drives innovation and growth in the region and the world alike, focusing on cutting-edge development in banking, engineering, fintech, IT, and software development. The competitive job market adopts a skills-first approach, meaning employers will overlook a lack of experience if a candidate possesses the necessary skills, allowing recent graduates more ease of entry. While a world-class education on its own secures a wealth of opportunities in Singapore, coupling it with residence rights in this global innovation hub ensures security for generations to come.

No. of Top 250 universities: 2

Find out more about residence by investment in Singapore here.

Australia

Australia ranks 4^th in the Henley Opportunity Index due to its impressive top-tier employment prospects, career advancement, high livability and economic mobility scores. The cities of Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide consistently rank in the top 100 best places to live globally, making Australia a highly sought-after destination.

Opportunities abound for qualified professionals, with Australia boasting among the highest graduate salaries in the world. Australia is a welcoming space for expats, reflected in its open immigration policies and a commitment to bringing foreign talent in. This, in tandem with excellent prospects, especially in the engineering, finance, and healthcare sectors, makes Australia an extremely attractive destination.

No. of Top 250 universities: 18

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Canada

Canada enjoys 5^thplace in the Henley Opportunity Index thanks to achieving excellent scores in top-tier employment prospects, career advancement, and economic mobility. The second largest country in the world consistently ranks as one of the best and most peaceful places to live.

Canada boasts the 9^th biggest economy in the world, with emerging industries such as cryptocurrency and e-commerce marking rapid growth. It also has a large and developing finance and banking space, with predictions that 2024 will see a diversifying market and varied job opportunities. Canada has one of the most highly educated workforces worldwide, solidifying its excellent premium education access score. With that, employers tend to favor residents for job openings, and therefore acquiring residence rights is of immense value.

No. of Top 250 universities: 11

Find out more about residence by investment in Canada here.

UK

The UK stands in 6^th place in the Henley Opportunity Index, with outstanding scores in career advancement, premium education, and economic mobility. London is a renowned global business hub and offers a dynamic job market with a mix of traditional and emerging industries.

Studying in the UK means access to some of the world’s best and most renowned universities and colleges with the opportunity to enter into a competitive yet dynamic employment landscape. Graduates enter the fifth largest global economy, with the service sector as a key component and prominent industries including banking, finance, and insurance. Those who have top qualifications, the necessary skills, and valuable experience have a strong chance of securing employment that allows for excellent career progression and earning potential. Since immigration is consistently a prevalent topic, it is beneficial to resolve the matter of residence ahead of time to ensure access to the best opportunities.

No. of universities in the Top 250: 33

Find out more about residence by investment in the UK here.

Austria

Austria ranks 7^th in the Henley Opportunity Index thanks to its impressive economic mobility, top-tier employment prospects, and high livability scores. Vienna consistently appears at the top of the world’s most livable cities ranking, boasting a high standard of living, excellent wages, and abundant opportunities.

Austria has a thriving economy dominated by small and medium sized enterprises, with booming energy, hospitality, and tourism industries. Unemployment rates are consistently low across the country, with excellent prospects across sectors for recent graduates. Highly qualified professionals have a variety of industries at their disposal, with relocation made much simpler for citizens of European Union members states, who enjoy the right to live and work in this premier destination without restriction.

No. of universities in the Top 250: 2

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong (SAR China) is 7^th in the Henley Opportunity Index thanks to excellent scores in top-tier employment prospects, earning potential, and career advancement. Despite its small size, Hong Kong is home to 5 of the Top 250 universities globally.

Many global corporations choose Hong Kong as their Asian base, so there is a multitude of prospects in its diverse job market, including asset management, the creative industry, data analytics and data science, fintech, and IT. As a key hub of finance, trade, international relations, and culture, graduates in Hong Kong have a variety of options to explore. There are many opportunities for employment in prestigious organizations and demand for highly skilled employees is high.

No. of universities in the Top 250: 5

Find out more about residence by investment in Hong Kong here.

Spain

Spain ranks 8^th in the Henley Opportunity Index due to its excellent economic mobility, in which it scores highest overall. Its other opportunity strengths lie in top-tier employment prospects, high livability, and career advancement. With its high quality of life and low cost of living, Spain is a popular relocation and second-home destination.

The Mediterranean country is home to one of the oldest universities in the world, Universidad de Salamanca, founded in 1218. Its rich history and culture are interwoven throughout the country, which is a popular destination for tourists and has a growing expat community. The popular hubs of Barcelona, Madrid, and Sevilla have plenty to offer, including employment opportunities in sectors such as banking, engineering, and tourism. With residence or citizenship of Spain, opportunities across sectors multiply.

No. of universities in the Top 250: 4

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UAE

The UAE ranks 8^thin the Henley Opportunity Index, with highest scores in top-tier employment prospects, earning potential, and economic mobility. With Dubai and Abu Dhabi emerging as global wealth hubs, career opportunities are developing at a pace.

The UAE is a well-connected global hub, and large international companies are increasingly present in the Middle East, allowing for the development of a robust economy that is rapidly growing. There is excellent earning potential for highly skilled individuals, especially in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) as well as private healthcare. The highly international environment, with only 10% of residents being nationals, allows for great opportunities in securing employment and career advancement.

No. of universities in the Top 250: 1

Find out more about residence by investment in the UAE here.

Italy

Italy ranks 9^th in the Henley Opportunity Index, with a remarkably high score in economic mobility, and strong career advancement, top-tier employment prospects, and high livability scores. As a well-known and globally recognized hub of culture and history, it is one of the world’s most popular destinations for tourists and those seeking to relocate.

In terms of industry and employment opportunities, the hubs are in Italy’s major cities of Rome, Florence, Milan, and Genova. Emerging spheres include consulting, IT, private healthcare, and software development, where highly qualified professionals have plenty of opportunities to secure employment and career development, while living in a country with a high standard of living and a unique blend of cultural richness and modernity.

No. of universities in the Top 250: 4

Find out more about residence by investment in Italy here.

New Zealand

New Zealand ranks 10^th in the Henley Opportunity Index, with high economic mobility, high livability, and earning potential scores. The small island nation stands out with five universities in the Top 250 globally, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence.

Residents of New Zealand enjoy an outstanding quality of life, a reasonable cost of living, and a wide range of job opportunities, especially for such a remote country. An expansion of several industries is underway, including consulting, hospitality, sales, and tourism, bringing a requirement for highly qualified professionals to fill these spaces. With beautiful landscapes, a low crime rate, and excellent living standards, New Zealand is one of the best family options for residence.

No. of universities in the Top 250: 5

Find out more about residence by investment in New Zealand here.

Malta

Malta ranks 11^th in the Henley Opportunity Index, with an excellent economic mobility score, high livability and top-tier employment prospects. Its attractive opportunities for highly skilled talents make it a favorite destination among globally mobile individuals.

The Mediterranean island nation has fostered a booming economy, recognized for its pro-business attitude, advanced infrastructure, and cost-effective environment. With its access to quality education, low crime rate, and exceptional private health facilities, Malta has assured an excellent quality of life for its citizens. Its expanding economy includes blockchain, cryptocurrency, fintech, and software development sectors, where graduates with the necessary skills are bound to find a suitable match.

Find out more about citizenship by naturalization in Malta here.

Portugal

Portugal ranks 12^th in the Henley Opportunity Index, enjoying an excellent economic mobility score. Its other strengths are high livability and top-tier employment prospects. Steeped in history and with a vibrant culture, Portugal is popular among tourists, and its stable economy attracts investors .

With its prime location on the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal offers a mild climate and stunning natural beauty. The Portugese economy is largely founded on the services sector, but aerospace, biotech, real estate, and telecommunications are emerging as new fields of interest. Lisbon in particular is seeing rapid growth of start-ups, especially in the IT sphere. Portugal is one of the favored destinations for relocation, with opportunities expanding for those who secure residence.

Find out more about residence by investment in Portugal here.

Greece

Greece ranks 13^th in the Henley Opportunity Index, with an impressive economic mobility score. Other strengths are the country’s high livability score and top-tier employment prospects. With its rich culture and history, Greece is one of the most popular global destinations for tourism and business alike.

The Greek economy has seen consistent growth over the past period, with IT and software development companies marking the most potential for further expansion. A set of pro-market reforms was implemented in 2023, having a positive impact on the country and Greek companies, which in turn benefited the economy, so much so that The Economist named Greece a top performing economy of 2023. Furthermore, the low crime rate and excellent private healthcare make Greece a top contender for relocation or owning a second home.

Find out more about residence by investment in Greece here.

Methodology

The Henley Opportunity Index quantifies the enormous impact that world-class education combined with expanded access and privileges through investment migration can have in preserving multi-generational wealth.

As research shows, over 50-60% of income variation globally is simply attributable to differences in countries’ average incomes. Gaining access to opportunities in more developed economies through education and second citizenship therefore has an outsized influence on earning potential and standard of living.

The Henley Opportunity Index evaluates 27 countries across six parameters, including education, earning potential, career advancement, employment prospects, economic mobility, and livability. For purpose of comparative analysis, the countries include 15 leading investment migration country options and 13 key source markets for education and global mobility, with Hong Kong (SAR China) falling into both categories. This provides a benchmark for investors to compare and identify locations that offer the best ecosystems for future generations to maximize their career prospects and prosperity.

The research shows that successfully balancing wealth generation and opportunity creation are key characteristics of ascendant economies and vibrant societies. The Henley Opportunity Index guides families on tailored investment migration strategies to clear pathways for their heirs to access the world’s best schooling, most lucrative job markets, and enhanced quality of life through the privileges and flexibility of alternative residence or citizenship rights.

By quantifying the value of this potent combination, the Henley Opportunity Index aims to help families futureproof the next generation so they can preserve and enhance multi-generational wealth in an unpredictable world.

Key parameters

The framework specifically includes parameters of relevance to international investors who are considering investment migration programs in thriving countries with excellent education systems as a mechanism to improve their and their children’s access to better opportunities by virtue of being able to be educated and subsequently reside long-term in a destination country without having to acquire a work permit or visa. The six overarching parameters are earning potential, career advancement, top-tier employment prospects, premium education, economic mobility, and high livability. All are converted to scores out of 100 and equally weighted to create a total opportunity score out of 100. Read more

Earning potential

As investment migration is a long-term undertaking that enables one to live and work in the destination country indefinitely, rather than considering starting salaries for graduates or gross domestic product (GDP) data, the earning potential score is based on the cumulative sum of ten-year salary projections adjusted to inflation and wage growth rates. Providing a high-level assessment of the job market, the scores reflect the average salaries in US dollars for highly skilled and experienced individuals in leading roles in senior positions in the country across a diverse range of sectors: agriculture, the arts, business administration, engineering, health, IT, law, and science. Given the wide spectrum of careers and fields of interest, the intention is to provide broad guidelines for investors.

Key data sources include: Country national statistics offices, Glassdoor, International Monetary Fund, OECD, Statista

Career advancement

The career advancement score reflects the extent to which living in a country can foster professional advancement. The parameter takes into account the presence of leading global corporations listed in the Fortune Global 500 ranking, the availability of top executive positions by prestigious and globally influential organizations, and the percentage of the labor force with advanced education. Additionally, the score factors in the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) World Competitiveness Center’s World Talent Ranking 2023, which evaluates a nation’s talent development, attraction, and retention.

Key data sources include: Fortune 500, IMD World Competitiveness Center World Talent Ranking 2023, International Labour Organization

Top-tier employment prospects

The top-tier employment prospects score indicates the likelihood of finding employment in highly reputable and established organizations and companies that are at the forefront of innovation in the destination country, as investment migration enables one to acquire residence rights and/or citizenship. The score reflects the number of job postings by prestigious organizations in each country, as well as the level of innovation promotion based on the number of start-ups and investment in research and development and ICT development. Another important aspect is business competitiveness based on the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2023, which ranks countries according to how effectively they harness their capabilities towards sustainable economic success and well-being. The net migration rate sub-indicator is based on the difference between the number of immigrants and emigrants per country, divided by the population. Higher net migration rates suggest a favorable environment for top-tier employment prospects, indicating a strong influx of talent and potential for career advancement and opportunities. A European Union mobility sub-indicator is included to reflect that citizens of countries in the bloc are able to live and work in any of the member states.

Key data sources include: IMD World Competitiveness Center World Competitiveness Ranking 2023, International Organization for Migration (IOM) Global Migration Data Portal, UN International Telecommunication Union ICT Development Index 2023

Premium education

The premium education score is derived from the Henley Ultimate Portfolio and appraises countries based on the efficacy of their private education systems, taking into account their innovativeness, private education capacity (number of top universities and top-tier international schools, private primary and secondary school enrolments), and the quality of education and opportunities for studying they provide.

Key data sources: International Baccalaureate Organization, Quacquarelli Symonds Limited QS World University Rankings 2024, UN Development Programme Human Development Index, World Bank

Economic mobility

The economic mobility score for each country is derived from the Henley Passport Power Index and represents the sum of the national GDP shares of global GDP for each of the destinations to which its passport holders have visa-free access, including their own GDP. The maximum possible score is 100, representing 100% of global GDP.

Key data sources: World Bank

High livability

The high livability score is derived from the Henley Ultimate Portfolio, which has been constructed with the high- and ultra-high-net-worth investor in mind, using the scores for private healthcare, quality of life, and safety and security, equally weighted. Private healthcare evaluates countries’ private healthcare systems by assessing domestic private health expenditure and the number of private hospitals and insurance companies in each, health security, and healthcare access and quality. Quality of life assesses countries according to the happiness and well-being of their citizens, the standard of living and quality of life they offer, human development, cost of living, and demographic pressures. Safety and security measures each country’s peacefulness through assessing factors such as vulnerability to internal and external threats, overall political stability, and its progress toward achieving sustainability.

Key data sources: Dublin University Press SDG Index, The Fund for Peace Fragile States Index, OECD, UN Development Programme Human Development Index, World Bank, World Health Organization

Additional factor for investment migration options: Number of Top 250 universities

This factor is considered separately as, unlike the above parameters, it has not been converted into a score out of 100. This refers to the count of universities in each country ranked in the Top 250 globally and recognized as global top-tier educational institutions based on the QS World University Rankings 2024, which features 1,500 institutions across 104 locations, is highly regarded by employers and academics, and is the only ranking to emphasize employability and sustainability — a growing concern among high-net-worth investors and their children.

Gathering and computing the data

The dataset for 27 countries was collected between September 2023 and January 2024 from publicly available open databases for the most recent year available.

Numerical variables were then normalized. For each indicator, the minimum value was transformed into a 0, the maximum value into a 1, and every other value into a decimal between 0 and 1:

x = (x – Min(x))/(Max(x) – Min(x))

Categorical variables are divided into distinct categories based on relevant criteria. Each category is assigned a numerical value to represent its level in a range from 0 to 1. The numerical values are assigned according to the relative importance of each category.

Next, the indicators were grouped into sub-parameters according to theme. Each sub-parameter includes from one to four indicators. The scores for sub-parameters were calculated by summing up the weighted values of their indicators.

The scores for the six key parameters were calculated by summing up the weighted values of their sub-parameters. The scores were multiplied by 100 so that the maximum value for each parameter is 100.

Sub-parameter = ∑ weighted individual indicators

Parameter = (∑ weighted sub-parameters) x 100

The total opportunity score is calculated by equally weighting the scores for the six key parameters, with a maximum possible value of 100:

Total opportunity score = 1/6∑ ( (earning potential + career advancement + top-tier employment prospects + premium education + economic mobility + high livability)

Data sources

Earning potential

Earning potential is calculated from earning projections in US dollars over 10 years based on the average salaries for top jobs across the following sectors: agriculture, the arts, business administration, engineering, health, IT, law, and science.

The nominal values are projected for 10 years to 2034 as follows, considering annual inflation and wage growth rates:

The calculations do not consider associated costs, which vary greatly between countries.

Sources: Country national statistics offices, European Commission, Francisco Manuel dos Santos Foundation, Glassdoor, International Monetary Fund, Ministry of Manpower Singapore, National Bureau of Statistics of China, Nigerian National Bureau of Statistics, OECD, Statista -1, Statista-2, Statista-3, Statista-4, Statista-5

Career advancement

Career advancement is calculated as the weighted sum of the following indicators:

Global 500 Companies: the number of companies headquartered in a country listed in Fortune’s 2023 Global 500. Source: Fortune
CEO demand: the number of job postings for executive positions, with values adjusted to the working population. Source: LinkedIn, UN, World Population Prospects (2022)
Talent attraction and development: the country’s overall score on the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) World Competitiveness Center World Talent Ranking 2023. Source: World Talent Ranking
Labor force with advanced education: the percentage of the total working-age population with advanced education (namely short-cycle tertiary education or bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral level or their equivalents). Sources: International Labour Organization

Top-tier employment prospects

Top-tier employment prospects is calculated as the sum of the following indicators, equally weighted:

Probability of employment by prestigious organizations: the average of the two metrics below to avoid skewness and smooth the results, as both are approximate values:
- The likelihood of finding a job in a prestigious company based on the number of such companies with offices in the country, represented as a percentage. Sources: official company websites
- The number of job postings by prestigious companies seeking candidates in the country, adjusted per million working population. Sources: official company websites, LinkedIn, UN, World Population Prospects (2022)
Presence of start-ups: the number of start-ups founded in the past five years (2018–2023), adjusted to the working population. Source: crunchbase.com

Digital development: the country’s universal connectivity pillar score in the UN International Telecommunication Union (ITU) ICT Development Index 2023, which measures the level of development of the information and communication technology sectors of 169 economies. Source: ITU

Net migration rate: the difference between the number of immigrants and emigrants per country, divided by the population. The higher the value, the higher the number of immigrants compared to emigrants and the population of the country. Source: International Organization for Migration (IOM) Global Migration Data Portal
Country competitiveness: the country’s overall score on the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) World Competitiveness Ranking 2023. Source: World Competitiveness Ranking
European Union mobility: member states of the bloc score 1, others 0

Premium education

Premium education is derived from the Henley Ultimate Portfolio score for premium education, which is calculated as the sum of the following indicators, equally weighted:

Innovativeness: calculated as the sum of the country’s Education Index score in the Human Development Index and its education score in the Global Innovation Index, equally weighted. Sources: UN Development Programme Human Development Index, World Intellectual Property Organization Global Innovation Index
Private education capacity: calculated as the sum of the following metrics, equally weighted, for each country:
- The number of universities in the top 1,000 worldwide. Source: Quacquarelli Symonds Limited QS World University Rankings 2024
- The number of top-tier international schools. Source: The International Baccalaureate (IB)
- Private primary school enrolments as percentage of total primary school enrolments. Source: World Bank
- Private secondary school enrolments as percentage of total secondary school enrolments. Source: World Bank
Quality of education and study opportunities: calculated as the sum of the following metrics, equally weighted, for each country:
- Quality Index score in the World’s Best Countries for Education System. Source: CEOWorld
- Opportunity Index score in the World’s Best Countries for Education System. Source: CEOWorld
- Education score in the Best Countries ranking. Source: U.S. News

Economic mobility

Economic mobility is derived from the Henley Passport Power Index score for economic mobility. The Henley Passport Power (HPP) score assesses the 199 countries included on the Henley Passport Index according to the percentage share of global GDP to which their passport holders have visa-free access, by taking into account their visa-free/visa-on-arrival scores out of a possible 227.

The GDP for the most recent year available for the 227 destinations on the Henley Passport Index was collected from publicly available and national databases.
The national GDP share of global GDP was calculated for each of the 199 countries by dividing the national GDP value by the sum of the GDP of all 227 destinations.
The final Henley Passport Power score for each country is the sum of the national GDP shares of global GDP for each of the destinations to which its passport holders have visa-free access including their own GDP. The maximum possible score is 100, representing 100% of global GDP.

For example, if a country has a visa-free/visa-on-arrival score of 40 (meaning there are 40 destinations its passport holders can travel to without having to obtain a visa in advance), its Henley Passport Power score is calculated by summing the share of global GDP for each of the 40 destinations as well as its own.

For countries and destinations that were absent in the major database for GDP, either national statistics were used or their values were considered as not available. This had no significant impact on the results as the states and destinations with no records have very small economies.

Sources: National Statistics, Republic of China (Taiwan), The Henley Passport Index, The World Bank

High livability

The high livability score is calculated as the sum of the Henley Ultimate Portfolio scores for private healthcare, quality of life, and safety and security, equally weighted.

Private healthcare

The private healthcare parameter in the Henley Ultimate Portfolio evaluates countries’ private healthcare systems is calculated as the sum of the following indicators, equally weighted:

Domestic private health: calculated as the sum of the following sub-indicators, equally weighted:
Domestic private health expenditure per capita (current USD). Source: World Bank
Domestic private health expenditure (percentage of current health expenditure). Source: World Bank
The number of insurance companies/population density. Source: OECD
The number of private hospitals/population density. Sources: Numerous national statistics, OECD, Statista, World Health Organization
Health security: score in the Global Health Security Index. Source: The Global Health Security (GHS) Index
Healthcare access and quality: score in the Healthcare Access and Quality Index. Source: University of Washington Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation Global Health Data Exchange
Healthcare: score in the Health Care Index. Source: CEOWORLD
Healthcare system: health system score in the Best Countries ranking. Source: U.S. News

Quality of life

The quality of life parameter in the Henley Ultimate Portfolio is calculated as the sum of the following indicators, equally weighted:

The happiness and well-being of citizens: Happiness Index score. Source: World Happiness Report
Standard of living: Standard of living data. World Population Review
Quality of life: quality of life score in the Best Countries ranking. Source: U.S. News
Human development: score in the Human Development Index. Source: UN Development Programme Human Development Index
Cost of living: cost of living data. Sources: Expatistan, Livingcost.org, Numbeo
Demographic pressures: demographic pressures indicator in the Fragile States Index. Source: Fund for Peace Fragile States Index

Safety and security

The safety and security parameter in the Henley Ultimate Portfolio is calculated as the sum of the following indicators, equally weighted:

State fragility: score in the Fund for Peace’s Fragile States Index, which evaluates a nation’s vulnerability to internal and external threats, considering factors such as social, economic, and political stability. Source: Fund for Peace Fragile States Index
Political stability: political stability and absence of violence or terrorism indicators. Source: World Bank
Sustainability: the 2023 SDG Index score (a tool published in the Sustainable Development Report 2023), which incorporates sustainable development goals, providing insights into a nation’s progress towards achieving a balanced and secure socio-economic environment. Source: Sachs, J.D., Lafortune, G., Fuller, G., Drumm, E. (2023). Implementing the SDG Stimulus. Sustainable Development Report 2023. Paris: SDSN, Dublin: Dublin University Press, 2023. 10.25546/102924The Sustainable Development Report 2023 tara.tcd.ie/handle/2262/102924

Number of Top 250 universities

The number of universities ranked in the Top 250 globally. This data is shown only for the 15 countries offering investment migration options that are also education destination countries. Source. Quacquarelli Symonds Limited QS World University Rankings 2024

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The Henley Education Report was published on 13 February 2024.

The Henley Education Report

The Henley Opportunity Index

THE HENLEY EDUCATION REPORT

The ‘Opportunity Advantage’ of Education and Citizenship

Global Insights

Preserving Wealth: The Power of Education and Multiple Citizenships

Dominic Volek

The Cumulative Effect of Investment Migration Programs

Dr. José Caballero

Global University Education: Why It’s So Important to Get Ahead of the Curve

Tess Wilkinson

The Importance of Assessment When Planning for Your Child’s Future

Alastair Montgomery

Tax Matters: Considerations for International Students and Their Parents

Peter Ferrigno

Navigating Neurodiversity When Considering UK Schools

Sheridan Steen

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