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Benchmark Study on International Business Education at Community Colleges
Michigan State University   [Details]

In this Benchmark Study, data from 428 of the 1,195 community colleges in the U.S. provide answers to a multitude of questions regarding international business education (858 faculty and administrators participated in the study). A newly created IBEX score (International Business Education Index) provides benchmarks for community colleges. It consists of five "pillars" that are critically important to strategically implement international business education programs and activities. The pillars are: Strategic Commitment, Program Offerings, Organizational Infrastructure, Funding, and Investment in Faculty. The study was conducted by Michigan State University and Lansing Community College with funding from a Title VIB grant by the U.S. Department of Education.
 
globalEDGE - Academy
Michigan State University   [Details]

Answers to your academic and research queries can be found in the Academy section. This section provides international business focused resources that cater to the needs of teachers, researchers, students and professionals.
 
globalEDGE - Community
Michigan State University   [Details]

Provides a forum for students, academics and international business professionals to discuss topics that are shaping the global economy. Users all over the world are able to exchange ideas about topics relevant to all fields of international business.
 
globalEDGE - Country Insights
Michigan State University   [Details]

Provides current valuable information on business climate, political structure, statistical data, and business news is presented in a regional and country-specific format.
 
globalEDGE - Diagnostic Tools
Michigan State University   [Details]

Web-based or standalone computer software programs incorporate the knowledge and experience of seasoned international business executives as well as empirical research findings on international business operations. The modules can be used as training tools for students and managers in addition to serving as diagnostic decision-support tools for companies.
 
globalEDGE - Global Resources
Michigan State University   [Details]

Focuses on providing credible, accurate, up-to-date and easy to access information related to international business on a global or regional scale. Resources ranging from official web-sites of government agencies to international organizations that provide information at the global level.
 
globalEDGE - Knowledge Room
Michigan State University   [Details]

The Knowledge Room consists of four sections (Featured Insights, Media Update, Selected Articles, and Special Reports) that contain information for the researcher looking for resources, the student seeking help with an assignment, or the business professional trying to stay abreast of current developments in international business.
January 2007
Market Potential Indicators Rankings
January 31, 2007  - Michigan State University   [Details]

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 overall index, thus allowing for extensive customization.
August 2005
The Florida/Brazil Institute Business Link
August 1, 2005  - University of Florida   [Details]

1. Provide information for entrepreneurs and investors about the business opportunities in various areas of each region, especially the less developed ones; 2. Provide information sources to help small and medium size companies find assistance and understand how to trade with or set up a firm in Brazil or Florida; 3. Increase content-based material for Business Portuguese (through audio interview clips and other materials); 4. Serve as a source of applied research and Internet links related to business and cultural topics concerning Brazil and Florida; 5. Publicize international business programs in Brazil, Florida and the U.S.; 6. Update the business and academic communities on the progress of regional trade agreements important to the economies of Brazil, Florida and the U.S.
February 2005
World Tax Database
February 2, 2005  - University of Michigan   [Details]

A one of a kind comprehensive, systematic and reliable source of quantitative information on trends in international, national and individual state taxation.