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The purpose of the 2006-2010 GBS program is to equip HBCU faculty with the knowledge, skills, pedagogical tools, and international experience to enable them to internationalize their courses, programs, and institutions. Location: The University of Memphis
The NASBITE CGBP provides a benchmark for competency in global commerce. The CGBP designation demonstrates an individual's ability to conduct global business including Global Business Management, Global Marketing, Supply Chain Management, and Trade Finance. For candidates experienced in international trade, the certification confirms that knowledge. For candidates just beginning, it establishes a professional development goal to ensure a full understanding of the profession. For companies, it assures that employees are able to practice global business at the professional level required in today's competitive environment. Location:
September 2010
2009-2010 Bradbury Distinguished Lecture on International Economics
September 17, 2010
- University of Florida
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Dr. Dani Rodrik, Harvard University: "Does Globalization Have a Future?" Location:
CANCELED - Global Management Forum: Alberto de Armas, Vice President, Human Resources, CEMEX de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.
September 21, 2010
- Purdue University
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Global Management Forum: Alberto de Armas, Vice President, Human Resources, CEMES Mexico, S.A. de C.V. Location: West Lafayette, IN
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
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
Global Management Forum- Brendan Noonan, Senior Vice President Group Training & Development, Emirates Airline Group
November 1, 2010
- Purdue University
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Global Management Forum- Brendan Noonan, Senior Vice President Group Trainin & Development, Emirates Airline Group Location: West Lafayette, IN
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
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
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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
The Globalization Seminars are designed to help business faculty bring international context into the classroom and to expand teaching and research skills. Each globalization seminar is built around a compreensive coursepack to support and demonstrate the globalization of business. These course materials will be available to seminar participants: course outlines, case studies, powerpoint slides, reference materials, and experiential exercises. Location: University of Memphis
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