"The program provided an amazing in-depth survey of International Business that was perfectly balanced between subject content and pedagogy. The faculty re-enforced the reputation of the South Carolina IB program."
National Security Risk Management Activities (2003)
Apr 2, 2008
Lansing Regional Chamber Economic Club Luncheon - Michigan State University
Speaker: Gerard van Grinsven, President & CEO, West Bloomfield Hospital
Apr 3, 2008
International Business Research Forum 2008 - Temple University
This conference is a sequel to the First Annual Research Conference and Workshop on Offshoring held at Duke University in April, 2007, and focuses on broader issues related to international sourcing. In this conference, we wish to foster a dialogue among scholars studying issues related to international sourcing and international competitiveness, and their implications for international business (IB) strategy and theory development. Select papers from the research forum will be published in a Special Issue of the Journal of International Management.
Apr 5, 2008
Using Business Cases in the Business Language Classroom - George Washington University
This workshop aims to introduce techniques for teaching business cases in the business language classroom. Participants will be exposed to the methodology typically used by business schools when they engage students in praxis-oriented business cases. It will specifically focus on teaching sequential mini cases and on productive techniques for integrating video narratives.
Apr 7, 2008
Global Business Case Competition - University of Washington
The Global Business Case Competition brings together sixteen teams of undergraduates from all over the world. 2008 is the 10th anniversary of this competition which to date has brought together 81 universities from 44 different countries.
Apr 7, 2008
Asia /Pacific Business Outlook (APBO) 2008 - University of Southern California
The 21st annual Asia Pacific Business Outlook (APBO), produced in partnership with the U.S. Commercial Service of the Department of Commerce, is North America's premier event for businesses that want to develop and improve their trade and investment opportunities in the Asia/Pacific region. Get the current intelligence on 15 economies, as well as practical, applicable solutions to your logistical, legal, financial, marketing, planning, and human resource issues.
The interactive format of the conference will allow you to meet one-on-one with the experts. In order to ensure that participants have as much personal interaction with speakers and fellow participants as possible, we are limiting attendance to 250 participants. So register early!
Apr 9, 2008
Global Business Case Competition - Dean's Global Business Roundtable - University of Washington
Business community members join our 64 international undergraduates to discuss the 'Global Demand for Talent' in a roundtable discussion luncheon format.
Apr 9, 2008
2008 CIBER Business Language Conference, Preparing Global Business Leaders - All CIBERs
The University of Florida CIBER invites you to join us in St. Petersburg for an exchange of ideas and perspectives on how to most effectively train global leaders of the future. We will explore how students and educators can be equipped with the linguistic, multi-cultural and managerial tools necessary for leadership in the 21st century. Conference attendees will participate in sessions devoted to business language instruction and ways to develop successful interdisciplinary collaboration.
The 2008 conference also provides a unique opportunity to remember the past and to look toward the future. We celebrate our roots–which date from the 1981 EMU Conference on Language and Communication for World Business and the Professions – as we commemorate the 10th anniversary of the historic 1999 conference held in San Diego. As part of this theme, the UF CIBER has commissioned a study to assess the current state of the field. Dr. Christine Uber Grosse will present the results of this survey in St. Petersburg.
Apr 12, 2008
World Languages Day - Michigan State University
World Languages Day is a free, all-day conference for high school students, teachers, and parents. Participants can choose from a wide variety of sessions on language, culture, globalization, and general information about Michigan State University.
Apr 16, 2008
Re-imagining Nation, Rethinking Citizenship: Indigenous and Popular Movements in Latin America and the Caribbean - Michigan State University
Students from all disciplines are encouraged to submit 1-page abstracts of presentations on topics related to Latin America and the Caribbean and our conference theme. Papers on other topics related to Latin America and the Caribbean are also welcome.
Apr 16, 2008
Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan Luncheon - Michigan State University
The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. In this role, the GB Club is dedicated to supporting global business growth of the State of Michigan and its diverse manufacturing and service organizations. The main activity of the GB Club is the luncheon speaker series.
The monthly GB Club luncheons provide outstanding speakers and relaxed networking opportunities. With extensive international experience, the speakers wrap personal insights around a practical and up-to-the-minute approach to conducting international trade. The luncheons are open to the general public. Typically, about 100 business executives, public policy makers, and academics attend each luncheon.
Apr 22, 2008
The KC Division of FBI Presents: International Symposium on Agroterrorism - University of Kansas
The Heart of America Joint Terrorism Task Force (HOA-JTTF) in conjunction with the Kansas City Division of the FBI, having identified the threat associated with a potential agroterrorism incident to be of great concern, initiated the concept of an opportunity to bring together the public and private sectors; including government and law enforcement agencies at the federal, state and local levels; academia; the scientific community; the health, medical and veterinary professions and private industry, to identify the most significant issues relevant to terrorism incidents/threats involving the food and agricultrural sectors.
The third annual ISA is scheduled for April 22-24, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Kansas City, Missouri. It will focus on the need to closely communicate and coordinate among private industry, law enforcement, government agencies, science, academia and the health and medical professions in order to protect the global food supply. An exhibit hall will also be available, assembling vendors to share information and promote relevant products and services.
For additional information and symposium details, please refer to the ISA website, www.fbi-isa.org.
Apr 23, 2008
The New Face of Africa - University of Connecticut
April 23, 2008
Wednesday
UCONN/Stamford Campus
Refreshments 6:15 pm
Lecture 6:45-8 pm
The New Face of Africa
Dr. William Foltz
Professor Emeritus, African Studies and Political Science, Yale University
Apr 23, 2008
Short-Term Study Abroad Conference - The University of Texas at Austin
An annual conference designed to share best practices and innovation in short-term study abroad programming with academic institutions with small or developing programs.
Apr 25, 2008
Penn-Temple European Studies Colloquium (PTESC) - "Leadership and Negotiation in the European Union" - Jonas Tallberg ( Stockholm University, Political Science) - University of Pennsylvania
PTESC is a joint initiative of faculty from the University of Pennsylvania and Temple University with a common interest in the study of Europe. PTESC organizes a monthly seminar with current work in progress presented by scholars resident in, or visiting, the Delaware Valley. In addition, PTESC also organizes special events and workshops on topics of interest to Europeanists. PTESC aims to foster learning and dialogue across disciplinary boundaries, though primary emphasis is on the study of contemporary politics, political economy, and history in Europe.
Apr 30, 2008
Market Potential Index for Emerging Markets - 2008 - Michigan State University
The focus of this study is ranking the market potential of 27 countries identified as an "Emerging Market" by The Economist magazine. The index, which has been published annually on globalEDGE by MSU-CIBER since 1995, uses a number of market growth indicators to determine the attractiveness of emerging markets. The on-line, interactive rankings allow users to rank emerging markets on the basis of any of the eight dimensions comprising the
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-one 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.