Why Indian Students Are Choosing New Zealand: A Global Conversation with Dr Erik Lithandar, DVC of the University of Auckland

Send us Fan MailWhy Indian Students Are Choosing New Zealand: A Global Conversation with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University of AucklandWhen Indian students and parents think about studying abroad, the biggest question is simple:👉 Which country and university will truly shape my future?In this special and high-impact episode of The Kapeel Gupta Career PodShow, we bring you an exclusive global conversation with  Dr Erik Lithander, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Strategy) at the University of Auckland, New Zealand’s leading global university.As Indian student interest in New Zealand continues to rise, this episode goes beyond surface-level advice and explores the strategic reality of global education, employability, and India–New Zealand collaboration.If you are a student, parent, or education planner evaluating study abroad options, this conversation will help you make a more informed and future-ready decision.🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode✅ Why Indian student enrolments in New Zealand are growing rapidly ✅ What makes the University of Auckland stand out globally ✅ Real employability outcomes after graduation ✅ How the New Zealand Centre at IIT Delhi benefits Indian students ✅ Scholarships, funding pathways, and industry opportunities ✅ Student life, safety, and well-being in Auckland ✅ Future India–New Zealand education collaboration trends ✅ Expert advice for confused Indian study-abroad aspirants🌍 Why This Episode MattersStudying abroad today is not just about choosing a country.It is about:global relevancecareer readinessresearch exposurelong-term employabilityDr Erik Lithander shares institutional insights rarely discussed publicly, helping Indian families understand how top universities evaluate talent and prepare students for the future economy.👤 About Your HostKapeel Gupta is a Career Coach, Study Abroad Expert, Graphotherapist, and Founder of Study Abroad Academy. He is on a mission to help 100,000+ Indian students move from confusion to clarity and build globally relevant careers through informed decision-making.🚀 Take the Next StepIf this episode helped you think differently about studying abroad:✅ Share it with a student or parent exploring global education ✅ Follow The Kapeel Gupta Career PodShow for expert career insights ✅ Register for Kapeel Gupta’s Career Clarity Webinar (https://courses.studyabroadacademy.in/career-webinar) ✅ Connect for personalised guidance and mentorshipBecause the right education decision can change your life trajectory.⏱️ Suggested Timestamps00:00 — Introduction 02:43 — India–New Zealand education momentum 05:37 — Why University of Auckland 09:06 — Employability & career outcomes 19:19 — New Zealand Centre at IIT Delhi 26:37 — Scholarships & access 31:44 — Student life in Auckland 43:39 — Advice to Indian aspirants 45:50 — Future of India–NZ collaboration 49:36 — Closing insightsSupport the show