Even though I am at the middle of the semester I have already seen the benefits of the trip for my undergraduate teaching. Not only did the trip give me more confidence at speaking about the social transformations of China, but it also permitted me to transfer the students some of the rich information I got in conversations with officials of the US Chamber of Commerce, General Motors (Shanghai), Deutsche Bank, and Invest-Hong Kong. ... I am sure I will keep finding more benefits of this trip for my teaching. At this historical juncture it does not make much sense to teach about international business and not being familiar with the Chinese economy. The trip opened my eyes to more teaching and research projects for the benefit of my academic career and the students' learning process.
National Security and Economic Competitiveness (2006-2010)
May 1, 2007
International Business Forum - Michigan State University
Learn strategies and secrets from regional company leaders that have been there and done it - and have done it successfully! You will get fundamental advice on what to avoid, what to embrace, how to make the right contacts, gain knowledge and insight from professionals on getting paid for your exports, establishing the right foreign relationships, developing contracts and much more! Hear from experts straight out of China, Japan, Canada, India, Sweden, the UK, and more! Representatives from the U.S. Department of Commerce will be on hand to help you connect with over 200 trade representatives all around the world.
May 4, 2007
U.S. Department of Commerce - Purdue University
TBA
May 6, 2007
InterCultural Edge (ICE) Certification Workshop - Duke University
Duke CIBER offers a certification program for faculty in other schools who will be using ICE in their cross-cultural programs.
May 9, 2007
Global Technology Distribution Council Conference - Michigan State University
The GTDC's Investor Relations Conference is a targeted, intimate gathering of buy- and sell-side financial analysts from the nation's top investment firms that focus on IT distribution and the channel.
The conference will include panels and breakout sessions. The panels will be comprised by the leaders of the top IT distributor companies in the world. You will hear from the industry's top wholesale distributors about their own individual performance, as well as the strength and viability of the IT channel as a whole, and specific product segments in particular.
During the conference investors and analysts will have the opportunity to register for breakout meetings with the presidents and CEOs of the GTDC member companies. The GTDC Investor Relations Conference is an invitation-only event and will be closed to the press.
May 9, 2007
Coface Country Risk Meeting - Michigan State University
World Country Risk Trends Meeting 2007.
May 10, 2007
Global Logistics Symposium 2007 - San Diego State University
"Goods Movement: Facing the Future."
One day seminar for business leaders, academics and government officials
May 10, 2007
Lansing Regional Chamber Economic Club Luncheon - Michigan State University
The Lansing Regional Chamber Economic Club is dedicated to promoting and stimulating economic growth through timely and insightful community forums presented for personal and professional development. The Economic Club provides a forum where local business and community leaders can hear presentations on a broad range of business-related topics. Past presentations have ranged from how global economic trends affect the national and local economy, to hearing how leaders from different walks of life have achieved their success and view of the future. Karen Healey of the Delphi Corporation will speak at the May luncheon.
May 11, 2007
9th Annual Doctoral Workshop in International Entrepreneurship - Georgia Institute of Technology
International Entrepreneurship is an area of increasing scholarly interest focused on (1) the discovery and enactment of opportunities for new goods and services that cross national borders and (2) the cross-national comparison of entrepreneurial activity. The Workshop will provide an opportunity for 20-25 doctoral students who are interested in pursuing research and teaching in International Entrepreneurship to:
• Meet senior scholars in the area and discuss with them the most current research being conducted in International Entrepreneurship.
• Discuss shared interests and current work in International Entrepreneurship with like-minded doctoral students from a variety of universities.
• Explore academic career opportunities in International Entrepreneurship
• Join the expanding community of scholars studying International Entrepreneurship
May 12, 2007
FDIB-Africa - University of South Carolina
The 1st annual FDIB-Africa program, to be conducted in Kenya and South Africa, will combine over two dozen business visits, cultural experiences, and academic visits and lectures (to include Pretoria University in South Africa and Utali College in Kenya) over 18 days, to initiate and/or enhance faculty awareness and expertise in the business, academic, and cultural world of sub-Saharan Africa. Business highlights include visits to Coca-Cola (Nairobi Bottlers), AIDS research, Kickstart Program, and Export Processing Zone companies (Garment, Dartboard, and Tanning Industries) in Kenya; and South African Breweries (SAB Miller), Joburg Stock Exchange, Vodacom, Embassy, and Diamond Mine visits in South Africa. Eco-Tourism highlights include a safari in the Kenyan Maasai Mara game preserve and a visit to Pilanesberg, South Africa; as well as many other business and cultural events and tours. All international airfare costs, as well as all hotel and lodging costs - to include the pre-Africa trip orientation in Atlanta, GA on 12-13 May 2007 - are included in the program fee. Group round-trip travel will be conducted from Atlanta to Joburg /Nairobi via Amsterdam.
May 13, 2007
Faculty Study Abroad in Strasbourg, France - University of Memphis
The 10-day program includes seminars on European business and cultural issues, on-site visits to a variety of industries, and exciting side trips to Frankfort and Stuttgart, Germany. Participants are exposed to the latest developments in European business issues through discussions with leading faculty and business experts, and develop an increased understanding of the function and structure of the EU.
May 14, 2007
2007 Applied Management Principles (AMP) Program - Purdue University
The Applied Management Principles (AMP) Program is a two-week non-degree "mini-MBA" residential course of study on the West Lafayette campus targeted toward Ph.D. students and faculty in non-business disciplines, especially technical and language areas. Topics of study include: Managerial accounting, Human Resources, Finance, Marketing, Strategic management, and Entrepreneurship. Program fee includes course instruction and materials, daily brunch, closing reception, and housing.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 30, 2007
May 14, 2007
Confucius Institute at Purdue Opening Ceremony - Purdue University
Opening ceremony for the Confucius Institute at Purdue (CIP).
May 15, 2007
International Trade Seminar: Doing Business in Asia - Georgia Institute of Technology
The seminar will focus on the benefits of exporting, with a specific focus on doing business in Asia. A panel of experts will discuss market opportunities and business trends, as well as provide detailed information on how to get into the market.
May 17, 2007
CiMAR 2007 Annual Conference - Michigan State University
CiMAR Annual Conference. The conference will be held in Manchester, England.
May 19, 2007
Faculty Development in International Business/European Economies in Transition - University of Pittsburgh
Beginning on May 19, 2007 program participants will take a 12-day trip to visit Bulgaria, Croatia, and the Czech Republic. Participants will develop an understanding of regional business and economic integration issues among these markets. This program will also examine the relationship between these markets, world markets, and other regional markets, such as the European Union. The trip will involve lectures on economic and business conditions, group seminars, and company and governmental visits.
May 20, 2007
Short Term Study Abroad Workshop - Duke University
The Short Term Study Abroad Workshop (STSA) is designed to support other business schools interested in establishing academically substantive programs and provide a forum where participants from established programs can explore emerging issues and share best practices.
The 2007 STSA Workshop agenda entails panels on overview of models, course content and logistics, intercultural competency and assessment, best practices by geographical regions, and concurrent sessions for undergraduate, graduate, budget and administration. The workshop concludes with a broad overview of ideas and models that may shape the direction of short term study abroad programs and practices.
May 22, 2007
International Economic Summit - San Diego State University
Supported through a generous grant by Sempra Energy, SDSU CIBER will host approximately three hundred high school students from San Diego and Baja region who have been studying global economics for a semester. They will participate in an International Economic Summit. The International Economic Summit (IES) is a world trade simulation designed to educate high school students about essential economic concepts and the benefits of trade while exploring the controversies associated with globalization. Our program is endorsed by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.
May 29, 2007
7th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty - Michigan State University
The 7th Biennial International Business Institute for Community College Faculty is a unique professional development program designed specifically for community and technical college faculty. The Institute is designed to provide participants with the knowledge, experience and resources they need to internationalize general business courses and/or develop specialized international business courses. More information will be available at a later date.
May 31, 2007
Summer 2007 Study Abroad - Michigan State University
MSU-CIBER started and manages all business study abroad programs for the College of Business. The summer 2007 offerings include nineteen programs on four continents, including the Stuttgart, Germany, program that places students in internships with such companies as DaimlerChrysler and IBM. Students may choose from faculty-led and traditional study abroad programs. MSU-CIBER awards study abroad scholarships each spring for summer programs.
The Centers for International Business Education and Research (CIBERs) were created under the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988 to increase and promote the nation's capacity for international understanding and economic enterprise. Administered by the U.S. Department of Education under Title VI, Part B of the Higher Education Act of 1965, the CIBER program links the manpower and information needs of U.S. business with the international education, language training, and research capacities of universities across the U.S. Thirty universities were designated as centers that serve as regional and national resources to business, students, and academics. Together, the CIBERs form a powerful network focused on improving American competitiveness and providing comprehensive service and programs that help U.S. business succeed in global markets. If you no longer wish to receive this newsletter, you can unsubscribe from our mailing list.