Coaching Students in Higher Education

"Coaching has proven to be an essential tool for students in institutions of higher learning. Done right it will help solve problems and reduce any anxieties face by students. Done well it can unleash hidden potential in students. This book is indeed timely as it provides some insights for those keen to embark on the journey of coaching. I am confident existing and new practitioners of coaching will benefit immensely from this book. Congratulations to the authors."

Professor Yaacob Bin Ibrahim

Professor and Advisor to President, Singapore Institute of Technology

Former Ministers for Ministries of Communications and Information (2011-2018), Environment and Water Resources (2004-2011), Community Development and Sports (2002-2004).

"This book clearly highlights the role of coaching, especially with a solutions focus, in readying students for their lifetime of learning. I like its emphasis on the human touch, preparing the world of higher education for what's most predictable about the future - it's unpredictability."

Paul Z Jackson

co-author of The Solutions Focus, TranSForming change for coaches, consultants and leaders

"This book offers a holistic approach to coaching that will enhance student learning, engagement and overall success. It is a comprehensive guide for those interested in practical pathways which focuses on strengths, and foster a positive and empowering approach to professional development. Plenty of nuggets of wisdom for meaningful dialogues."

Simon TP Lee

Accredited Master Executive Coach (AC)

EMCC Global Accredited Master Practitioner (EIA)

Coach|Mentor Supervisor (ESIA)

"This is a book the world of HE sector has been waiting for: In depth, insightful and innovative. The editors explore the key themes from group work to PhD supervision, careers to internships to create an essential guide for Higher Education coaching"

Professor Jonathan Passmore

Henley Business School & EZRA Coaching

"Students in higher education today are faced with complex personal struggles, impacting their academic performance and growth. This invaluable book is a gem of resource for educators who wish to use coaching to enable and empower their students to tackle the various challenges they face. It provides varied scenarios and useful tips to guide faculty as they work with students individually and in groups. The systems perspective presented here is useful for educational institutions to consider as they plan to support student coaching and development holistically."

Josephine Teo

EdD, MBA, PCC

ICF Singapore Board 2023-2024; Instructional Coach, Leadership Consultant and Coach, Certified Coach Supervisor

"May Lim, Nadya Patel and Ramesh Shahdadpuri's excellent and timely contribution reminds us of the importance of the human connection in higher education. This is just what is needed right now. Highly recommended for anyone who supports students at university!"

Professor Christian van Nieuwerburgh

Professor of Coaching and Positive Psychology, Centre for Positive Health Sciences, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences.

"This is a forward-looking and comprehensive book that highlights the importance of coaching in education in the 21st century. In this rapid changing world and the introduction of AI, the role of educators has evolved to be one that holds space for the development of students. I love how the emphasis is on the approach of using coaching to bring out the best to support the new generation for a better future."

Amily Ang

President of International Coaching Federation (ICF) Singapore Chapter and Managing Director of The Growth Coach