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WORLD TRADE CENTER San Diego (WTCSD), with the support of the County of San Diego, San Diego Regional EDC and Imperial Valley EDC, will lead a trade mission to Xiamen, Shanghai and Suzhou to explore business and investment opportunities with China. Location: Shanghai
Joe Badra from ICCS, Inc. will present on the topic "Doing Business in the Middle East" Location: Henry Center, East Lansing, Michigan
China Road: A Journey into the Future of a Rising Power
September 20, 2010
- University of North Carolina
[Details]
Rob Gifford, NPR's Shanghai correspondent, will discuss his recent book detailing his 3,000 mile journey across China. A fluent Mandarin speaker, Gifford explored and spoke with people in the factory towns of coastal areas, in the rural heart of China, and in the Gobi desert. The talk begins at 5:30 pm, and free parking is available in the underground parking accessed from McCauley Street. Location: FedEx Global Education Center, UNC Chapel Hill
CANCELED - Global Management Forum: Alberto de Armas, Vice President, Human Resources, CEMEX de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.
September 21, 2010
- Purdue University
[Details]
Global Management Forum: Alberto de Armas, Vice President, Human Resources, CEMES Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Location: West Lafayette, IN
International Week aims to expand the awareness of and interest in global learning opportunities by celebrating the intercultural diversity of campus life. This annual event also promotes collaboration of various divisions and departments as well as student groups on campus and strengthens the University of Pittsburgh as a center for international education.
International Week provides a variety of activities that support and complement the academic and public service missions of the University. Each day has been selected to reflect different global issues such as global economy, global security, global health, global education, and international law. In addition each day showcases the wide variety of cultural events that the University of Pittsburgh has to offer.
Location: Main Campus
"The Vega Factor: Oil Volatility and Global Conflict", Kent F. Moors, Ph.D.
Kent Moors is Professor in the Department of Political Science and the Graduate Center for Social and Public Policy at Duquesne University, where he also directs the Energy Policy Research Group. Location: Lower Lounge, William Pitt Union, University of Pittsburgh
This fall come back to where your MBA learning began and recapture the Broad School experience again as you take part in networking, education sessions and social events. A full day of education sessions offer topics such as: Entrepreneurship, Emerging Markets, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Development for You and Your Organization, Business Growth through Social Media, Models for Decision Making, Essential Financial Strategies, Global Career Approaches and more. http://www.mbabroadlink.com/ Location: East Lansing, MI
The worldwide economic crisis that erupted in 2008 and deepened in 2009 is challenging a host of our conceptions and theories of effective corporate governance. The 2010 conference on Corporate Governance and the Global Financial Crisis will look at "new perspectives" on how to reform the corporate governance system nationally, regionally, or globally, and the best papers from the conference will be published in a subsequent special issue of Corporate Governance: An International Review (CGIR). Location: The Wharton School, Philadelphia
As a part of the University of Pittsburgh's International Week, The Global Leadership Forum will have a panel discussion where students will have the opportunity to listen to company presentations and global opportunities. A networking reception will follow.
Location: William Pitt Union Lower Lounge, University of Pittsburgh
The Globalizing Business Schools (GBS) project is designed to infuse understanding and the importance of international and interdisciplinary business education by equipping faculty with the pedagogical tools, knowledge, and experiences to incorporate international content into existing business courses and/or develop new courses. A integral component of the program is the one-on-one assistance provided by the sponsoring CIBERs to their respective HBCU in facilitating the implementation of international business education programs and in acquiring federal grant funds to support these efforts. Location: CIBER schools
Community College Initiative (CCI) programs provide quality educational programs, professional development, employment skills and a first-hand understanding of American society to underserved, non-elite international young adults. Students participating in the program return home to contribute to the continued economic and democratic development of their home nations using the skills they have gained in the United States. Location: Brazil
WorldQuest is an annual knowledge-based competition with questions focusing on international affairs, current events, the global economy, geography, world history, and general knowledge about the world.
This year’s categories include: Where in the World - Geography, flags, and world facts; Globe Trotting - Current events and world cultures; Pittsburgh Meets the World; International Who’s Who - Famous people in the news
WorldQuest 2009 featured a special EuroQuest prize for all questions relating to Europe. This special feature was brought to our competition last year with support from the European Union. Location: Pittsburgh, PA
“Carlson on Sustainability” will bring together top business leaders, academics and policy makers from around the world to discuss the role of marketing in fostering the adoption of sustainable products and practices.
You’ll learn more about: defining the demand side of sustainability; consumer adoption of new and sustainable products; perspectives from different sectors regarding sustainability.
Executives and key decision makers involved with understanding how to bring sustainable technologies to market in a buyer-centered fashion, as well as scholars interested in generating research that will inform corporate and national policy, will benefit from attending. Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
The annual International DEC Conference will be hosted for the first time in Detroit at the Renaissance Center Marriot from October 24 to 27, 2010. This year’s Conference is entitled “Capitalizing on America’s Export Advantages: Green and Innovation” and will feature world-renowned businesspersons and high-level government officials. Billed as the largest North America conference in 2010 devoted to exporting, the Conference is expected to attract in excess of 500 attendees. Among the unique aspects of the conference will be a private briefing in Windsor, Canada to attendees by the Canada Border Services Agency as well as opportunities to meet with Canadian businesses. Location: Detroit, Michigan & Windsor, Ontario
This conference is by invitation only and attendance is restricted to CIBER personnel. Annual CIBER Directors Meeting in Charleston, SC. Location: Charleston, SC
November 2010
Wharton Global Business Forum: " Blueprint for Africa: Navigating the World's Fastest Growing Continent"
November 1, 2010
- University of Pennsylvania
[Details]
This forum will discuss business issues across the continent that aim to be both solutions-oriented and forward-looking. This year we look to further examine cross-cultural business influences through several exciting initiatives including our marquee panel on Asian Business in Africa. Location: TBA
Global Management Forum- Brendan Noonan, Senior Vice President Group Training & Development, Emirates Airline Group
November 1, 2010
- Purdue University
[Details]
Global Management Forum- Brendan Noonan, Senior Vice President Group Trainin & Development, Emirates Airline Group Location: West Lafayette, IN
We are pleased to invite your high school to
participate in the University of Pittsburgh’s
Fourteenth Annual Model United Nations
Simulation. This year’s Model UN will provide a
stimulating and competitive environment to
challenge minds on an array of internationally
provocative issues. We hope you will join us in
addressing issues that continue to transform global
policies.
The Model UN is a simulation of the sessions of the United Nations. This is an opportunity for students to apply prior research and studies in a “real-world” context and practice diplomacy, negotiating, and resolution writing. Location: William Pitt Union, University of Pittsburgh
Attendees will leave the conference with valuable insights like: how to use Port Lansing for your international freight shipments, how to finance your international efforts, and what mistakes to avoid while pursuing global opportunities. Location: Kellogg Center
The University of Pennsylvania Model United Nations Conference (UPMUNC) is one of the country's largest collegiate debate conferences. The 44th session of UPMUNC will be held from November 11th to 14th 2010 and will take place in downtown Philadelphia. In addition to the 300 Penn students staffing this conference, 1300 motivated university students from some of the world's most prestigious schools will be attending UPMUNC to debate issues pertaining to current events, international affairs and global development. Location: Philadelphia, PA
Christine Todd Whitman, former governor of New Jersey and administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency during the Bush administration, will speak. Location: Eagle Eye Banquet Center
This conference will provide a unique forum for innovative enterprises in South Florida and Latin America to showcase their ventures, and to meet established firms and potential investors to develop strategic alliances.
Companies in the following industry sectors are encouraged to attend this event
- Agriculture and water quality
- Biotechnology
- Pharmaceutical and health
- Consumer products
- Energy and green technologies
- Entertainment
- Information, communication and web technologies
- Metals and mining
Fifteen innovative companies from these sectors will be given the opportunity to present at this Conference. Location: Miami, FL
Visiting scholar Dr. Pei Liu of the Department of Economics will speak during the final Asia Over Lunch series this fall. Location: 4130 W.W. Posvar Hall
Please join the Philadelphia USEAC at the 2010 Trade Finance Conference! This event offers a unique opportunity for exporters and bankers to discuss the many export finance programs offered by local banks and U.S. government agencies.
Exporters in the region (including small and medium-sized companies) will learn about innovative trade finance products, methods of export finance, and will have the opportunity to meet with bankers and trade finance specialists one-on-one.
Topics and Features Covered Include:
-Managing Foreign Exchange Risk in Uncertain Times
-Getting Paid Using Cross Border Trade Tools and Methods of Payment
-Obtaining Sufficient Financing to Grow Your Export Business
-Risk Mitigation of International Receivables
-One-on-One Meetings with Banks with Trade Finance Expertise
Location: Temple University
Robert Shuster, CFO, Independent Bank, and president and CEO,
Mepco Finance Corporation, will speak. Location: Kellogg Center
January 2011
PDIB India
January 1-9, 2011
- Florida International University
[Details]
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. Location: Mumbai and Bangalore, India
A two-week business faculty overseas study tour to the Middle East and North Africa to discover the business challenges of the MENA region. The 2011 trip will include visits to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Cairo and Alexandria. Future Locations to be visited throughout the annual program may include the U.A.E, Egypt, Qatar, Cyprus, Tunisia, Morocco, and Algeria. Location: U.A.E and Egypt
The program compares the dynamic growth of China’s two leading economic regions – the Yangtze River Delta and the Pearl River Delta – and explores China’s transformation from a planned economy to a globally competitive market oriented economy. Faculty will meet with entrepreneurs, business executives, and government officials who make this growth happen and visit cultural sites, universities, and companies to develop a framework for the past and present. The program begins in Shanghai, China’s burgeoning economic and financial center with 25% of China’s exports and 12.5% of its financial revenues. Participants travel to Hangzhou where the GDP has increased an average of 22% annually. On to Guangzhou, a world class manufacturing center where 34% of China’s exports, 30% of its foreign direct investment, and 19% of its GDP occur on 0.5% of China’s land. Finally to Hong Kong, a world class service center that ranks among the most competitive regions on the globe. Location: China
Academic WorldQuest is an annual knowledge-based competition with questions focusing on international affairs, current events, the global economy, geography, world history, and general knowledge about the world.
Who Can Play?
This is a team competition. Teams consist of four high school students from the same school. In order to allow for as many schools as possible to participate, only one team per school district is permitted to enter the competition.
This event is offered at NO CHARGE and is open to teams of high school students and their accompanying teachers or chaperons.
What is the grand prize?
The 1st place team will go on to the National Academic WorldQuest competition to be held in Washington, DC, from April 24-25, 2010, sponsored by the World Affairs Councils of America. Participants at the national competition will enjoy a weekend of exciting activities and a discussion with a prominent speaker. These events, as well as transportation and hotel costs, will be covered for the winning team and one teacher sponsor or chaperon.
There also are awards for second and third place teams. All competition participants will receive T-shirts. Location: Pittsburgh, PA
March 2011
2011 CIBER Associate Directors Meeting
March 21-23, 2011
- University of South Carolina
[Details]
Annual CIBER AD meeting in conjunction with the annual CIBER Business Language Conference, to be conducted at the DoubleTree Inn, Charleston, SC. Location: Charleston, SC
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