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2nd Annual Professional Development Program in Mumbai & Chennai - India
December 16-23, 2009  - Florida International University

India’s colossal economy is intrinsically dynamic and innovative. In today’s globalized and interdependent economy, innovation is recognized as an essential engine of growth and India is seen as a top global player. Despite the global slowdown, and although growth has slowed from last year, the economy is still expanding faster than most other countries. The program is designed for professionals and faculty interested in pursuing their interests in the Indian business environment. Participants will experience first hand how multinationals and leading Indian companies are riding the downfall, while simultaneously reshaping the Indian business environment resulting in a competitive INDIA INC. The program will take place in Mumbai and Chennai, two of the most advanced and business forward cities throughout India. In Mumbai, the participants will visit top multinational companies such as GlaxoSmithKline Limited, Siemens, RPG Group, and US Foreign Commercial Service. In Chennai, participants will visit companies such as TATA Consultancy Services, BMW, as well as take part in lectures at Park Global School of Business Excellence.
Location:
India
Co-sponsors:
The Ohio State University
Cost:
$3000
Contact:
Sonia Verdu (verdus@fiu.edu
Event Type:
Study tour
Category of Activity:
Research
Business Outreach
Faculty Development
Academic Program Development
Study Abroad
Target Group:
Business
Business executives
General public
Non-government organizations
Impact:
International