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Mumbai: For thousands of Indian students, receiving an admission offer from a foreign university is only one part of studying abroad. Choosing the right institution, arranging finances, completing visa formalities and preparing for a new country often require months of planning. Over the last seventeen years, Skillsoft Overseas Education has worked with students looking to study in the United Kingdom by providing guidance at each stage of that process.
The company was established in Navi Mumbai in 2008 by Samir Bubere, who represents more than 150 British universities, colleges and boarding schools for student recruitment. Over the years, the consultancy has worked with students from different parts of India as well as recruitment partners across GCC countries.
Alongside Skillsoft Overseas Education, Samir Bubere also founded Bubere Technology Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd., an education technology company that develops digital products, IT services and technology platforms for overseas education providers, institutions and students.
Rather than operating as only an admission consultancy, both organisations work across different areas connected with international education.
Experience Gained in the United Kingdom
Before starting his own company, Samir Bubere worked in London in sales and marketing within the hospitality sector. His time in the United Kingdom exposed him to the practical challenges international students face after arriving overseas, from accommodation and finances to understanding local systems.
That experience later influenced the services offered through Skillsoft Overseas Education.
His academic qualifications include postgraduate management studies completed in London along with diplomas in industrial management and mechanical engineering. He has also completed professional programmes conducted by organisations including the British Council, King's College London, the University of Leeds, the University of Bristol and Accenture in areas such as international education, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, digital marketing and contract law.
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Many overseas education consultancies stop their involvement after university admission. Skillsoft Overseas Education has gradually expanded its work to include education loans, scholarships, visa documentation, financial planning and counselling for parents.
The company also conducts seminars in schools and colleges while maintaining regular interaction with university representatives visiting India. These engagements allow students to receive updated information about courses, admission procedures and university requirements directly from institutions.
Its network now includes educational institutions, counsellors and recruitment partners across several regions.
Education Finance Under One Platform
Paying for overseas education remains one of the biggest concerns for many families.
To address this issue, Samir Bubere launched UKUniStudyLoans, a platform that connects students with banks and non-banking financial institutions offering education loans. The service allows students to compare available funding options before beginning the admission process.
The objective is to reduce the confusion many applicants face while arranging financial support for international education.
Entering the Education Technology Space
As educational services increasingly moved online, Samir Bubere established Bubere Technology Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd.
The company develops digital platforms connected with overseas education, student services and institutional support. Its work includes IT solutions and education-related technology products designed for universities, recruitment partners and students.
The addition of technology services has expanded the company's work beyond counselling by introducing digital tools for communication, admissions and student engagement.
Student Support After Admission
The organisations have also introduced services that assist students after receiving university offers.
These include accommodation portals for students travelling to the United Kingdom, information platforms covering employment opportunities and digital resources intended to help students prepare before arriving overseas.
According to the company, the intention has been to remain involved after admissions rather than ending support once students receive their offer letters.
Industry Recognition
Samir Bubere has received recognition from industry organisations for his work in education and business.
In 2021, he was named among the Top 100 Impactful Business Leaders at the World Best Brand & Business Awards, organised by the Council for Brand Business Promotions and Research in Mumbai.
More recently, he received the Indian Icon Tech Consultant Certificate of Appreciation from the Indian Icon Awards for his contribution to education technology and overseas education services through Bubere Technology Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd.
Helping Students Access Education Loans
Financing overseas education continues to be one of the biggest concerns for many families. Over the years, Skillsoft Overseas Education has helped hundreds of students secure education loans by working closely with leading banks and financial institutions across India.
According to the organisation, the total value of education loans facilitated through its counselling and support has reached several crores of rupees, enabling students to pursue higher education at universities in the United Kingdom and other international destinations.
The consultancy assists applicants throughout the process, from understanding eligibility and preparing documentation to coordinating with lending institutions and tracking applications until approval. By simplifying the financial process, the organisation has helped many students move forward with their overseas education plans without unnecessary delays.
Continuing Work in Overseas Education
Seventeen years after opening Skillsoft Overseas Education, Samir Bubere continues to work with universities, financial institutions and education partners connected with international student recruitment.
Through Skillsoft Overseas Education, Bubere Technology Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd., UKUniStudyLoans and related student platforms, his work now spans admissions, education finance, technology, accommodation support and student services.
As more Indian students consider higher education overseas, the demand for reliable information and organised guidance continues to shape the overseas education sector. Skillsoft Overseas Education remains one of the organisations working in that space, combining university partnerships with student counselling and technology-based services.
