Dr. Robert K. McMahan is set to present at the upcoming MBN Speaker Series on Wednesday, March 24th! Dr. McMahan is President of Kettering University, one of the nations premier engineering, science, business universities, and is a national leader in preparing STEM and business entrepreneurs and innovators. Dr. McMahan has extensive national and international speaking, consulting, and management experience in organizations and initiatives related to technology and product development, research policy, investment capital, entrepreneurship and innovation-based economic development. Register in advance.

Are you using case studies in your own research, supervising case-based research or interested in doing a case study in the future? If so, join our webinar presented by the authors of the 2021 JIBS Decade Award winning article Theorizing from case studies: Towards a pluralist future for international business research.The authors will discuss the key arguments from their 2011 paper, in particular the different forms that theorizing from case studies can take. They will adopt a critical stance towards inductive theory building and recommend contextualized explanation as a promising alternative to doing case studies. They will also cover developments in case research since the publication of their 2011 paper, not just in international business but in management and the social sciences more generally. They will share with the audience what they see as the most exciting opportunities for case research in the future. Participants in the webinar will gain a state-of-the-art understanding of case study methodology and an appreciation of the various options for achieving contextualized explanation in their studies. This is a free webinar, but registration is required.

While the United States leveraged the power of sports even before the ping pong diplomacy era, Sports Diplomacy Division at the U.S. Department of State was established in the wake of 9/11 as a means of reaching out to youth in the Middle East through soccer. Its scope has expanded to include all regions, thousands of participants, and the full spectrum of sports. The divisions people-to-people sports exchanges open doors in hard-to-reach places and engage communities at the grassroots level. For additional details, visit the link below. This is a free webinar, but registration is required. Time of webinar in EDT.

This event is by invitation only and will provide an informal discussionabout brand protection and anti-counterfeiting among faculty members and doctoral students.

Learn more about the emerging marijuana industry, including the new cannabis market in our region, distribution and retail opportunities, creating a new workforce, transport, and testing from a marijuana industry panel at the April Lansing Economic Club. Our panel will include Ryan Basore, CEO, Redemption Cannabis, Michael Pedrosi, managing partner, Capital Transport, Ryan Ratzloff, president, Lion Labs, Brian Gruber, COO, The Botanical Co., Franklin Fields, Biobizz, Kevin Pybus, founder, Truu Cannabis. The panel will be moderated by Lisa Ellen Smith, president, InVerve Marketing and Web.

Join us for a webinar to explore perspectives from different parts of the World on how sustainability dimensions could be debated in IB classes. In this webinar, we focus on stimulating students thinking about interconnectedness of economic, social, and environmental aspects in managerial decision-making and preparing students to apply broader considerations in their future career to address global challenges. Key Take-Aways: Obtaining examples of how social (for instance, gender equality) and environmental issues interact influencing international business and its management. Through these examples, learning to discuss with students pro-sustainability business practices. Through the examples of fishmeal and fish oil global supply chains, learning to lead the discussion about ironic situations that emerge from stakeholders sustainability concerns and situations in which stakeholders believe in the benefits of their actions that actually cause environmental harm. This webinar is FREE and open to all, but registration is required. Zoom details will be sent to all registered participants

Speaker MSU China and the World: Beyond the Headlines Series Panel China's rapid growth includes significant expansion of its investment and influence around the world. During this event we'll explore the implications for Africa, where China has invested in virtually every country. We'll also discuss what this means for U.S. businesses and foreign economic policy moving forward. Our panel of speakers includes: Jamie Monson, Michigan State University; Folahsade Soulé, University of Oxford; Gyude Moore, Center for Global Development; Bob Wekesa, University of Witwatersrand; Robert Grosse, Arizona State University; Liu Haifang, Beijing University. The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.

Like it or not, virtual learning is here to stay! While most of us are giving a sigh of relief that we can go back to normal in Fall 2021 with business as usual, all the signs seem to point that higher education business model has fundamentally shifted. New technologies, new platforms and new processes have emerged. Virtual learning will form a significant part of our portfolio in the coming decade. Key takeaways: What are some simple steps in design and delivery stages that can substantially enhance engagement, energy, and experience in virtual learning? What do we know from neuroscience about Concert Hall Effect and how can we apply that to our virtual learning? What can we learn from Psychology research on Bystander Effect and how can we apply it in virtual learning to enhance engagement? What are some modifications we should consider in our assessment if we want to create an exceptional experience for our students? This webinar is free and open to all, but registration is required. Zoom details will be sent to registered participants.

Hear the voices of small business at the Lansing Economic Club on May 6 from 11 a.m. - noon. The panel of small business owners will shine a much-needed light on the daily struggles the Greater Lansing business community has faced due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The panel will also talk about how small businesses have been resilient and innovative while facing tremendous adversity.

In this webinar, editors of three prominent journals in the international business fieldwill discuss key trends, topics and issues in IB research, as well as the best practices for publishing in leading international business journals. This webinar will include short presentations followed by discussion moderated by the co-hosts. Key takeaways: Tips related to best practices for publishing international research topics Gain insights into common issues/problems raised in the review process Learn topics of significant interest to editors To register, please click on the link below.

Please join usfor a webinar highlighting Emerald Publishings case developments and scholarly resources. Hear about best instruction practices and learning tools from The CASE Journal and Emerging Market Case Studies editors, and learn more about Emeralds Cases Hub, a free resource, designed to help you use cases to teach with impact and provide guidance on how to publish your case research.

Four seasoned international business scholars share their perspectives on scholarship and careers in international business. Reflecting on their own experiences, they will provide insights on: what they find inspiring and fulfilling in IB scholarship, career guidelines which enabled them to make a sustained contribution in research, mentoring, and institution building, and advice for early-career educators Key takeaways: Learn about career paths pursued by four AIB Fellows and hear their advice. Gain perspectives about building fulfilling careers and carrying out impactful scholarship Be inspired about achieving synergy in academia by combining teaching excellence, research, and service Webinar is free, but registration is required.

Speaker Turkey and Central Eurasia Speaker Panel This panel on Turkey and Central Eurasia is the first in a series of inquiries sponsored by several MSU centers and programs into The Geopolitics and Economics of Central Eurasia and Its Neighbors. Future panels will look at China, Russia, Europe and other external actors to explore trans-regional relationships and interactions, as Chinas Belt and Road Initiative plays out, Russia seeks to regain dominant influence over former Soviet regions in its near abroad, and Turkey seeks to unite the Turkic language speaking world in what some have termed Neo-Ottomanism The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. 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.

This three-day event will discuss trademark protection issues in Latin America. The event will feature interactive discussion forums and will also provide space for small group discussions. The main sessions will be in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Featuring: S. Tamer Cavusgil, Georgia State University Nicole Coviello, Wilfrid Laurier University David A Griffith, Texas A&M University Saeed Samiee, The University of Tulsa Crafting good articles for scholarly journals is both an art and a science. Highly cited/seminal articles start with a compelling proposition, follow a logical structure, present a clear exposition, and feature engaging and parsimonious writing. Yet, most of us encounter difficulty with putting these ideas into practice. In this conversation with four seasoned scholars, you will receive helpful and specific guidance as to enhancing the quality of your academic writing. Key Take-aways: What are best practices in crafting effective academic articles? How do you go about refining your writing skills? What are the common faults editors and reviewers associate with poorly written manuscripts? What are some specific suggestions that can benefit early career researchers in improving their academic writing? What makes a good abstract? Note: The four speakers will provide a personalized feedback on a one-page abstract for the first 20 educators who register to this webinar. Once registered, please email your one-page abstract to: gsuciber@gsu.edu

Maintaining rigorous and relevance of their educations are among the two top priorities of business schools. One potential way to achieve these goals is to design and execute a successful DBA program. DBA programs allow business professionals to achieve a doctorate degree while working full-time. These interdisciplinary doctorates emphasize application of rigorous research to solve practical business problems, moreover, they allow their graduates to continue and grow their professional career and to shift into a part-time or full-time academic career. Join us to discuss the secrets of how to design and maintain top quality global DBA programs. Three wonderful speakers from three continents will share the best practices of the DBA programs they manage. Key takeaways: Understanding the differences (in terms of goals, target students, program management, learning outcomes, and outputs) between DBA and PhD programs Understanding the similarities and differences of the highest-quality DBA programs around the globe; learning about the essential features of successful DBA programs Comprehending benefits and opportunities of a high-profile DBA program in the educational institution Envisioning potential challenges when maintaining top quality and attractiveness of a DBA program

Jordi Blanes i Vidal from LSE will present The Effect of Advisors Incentives on Clients Investments.Though it's in the theory seminar given its IO/contracts nature, the paper's contents are highly and mostly empirical, and finance and macro-flavored, as you can tell from the abstract and attached paper. All faculty and students are welcome. Dr Jordi Blanes i Vidal is Associate Professor of Managerial Economics and Strategy in the Department of Management at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Prior to this he was a Prize Research Fellow at Nuffield College, Oxford University. During 2007 he was also a visiting scholar at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). He received his PhD and Master's, both in economics, from LSE and his BA in economics from the University of Valencia. His expertise includes organizational economics, political economy, leadership, and human resource management. His papers have appeared in journals such as Review of Economic Studies, RAND Journal of Economics, Journal of Law and Economics, and American Economic Review. If you would like to meet Jordi, please sign up here:: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pmWva8ijshoIWHWNmZMH6PofKHgS6YAoMR8eMJ2Xt3A/edit#gid=0 The password for the virtual zoom event is: msutheory

For this webinar, we invited three international business/marketing scholars who have recently published important work on the measurement of cultural distance. Specifically, our panelists will discuss their research addressing contemporary conceptual and methodological best practices for using cultural distance in international marketing/business research. This webinar will include short presentations followed by a discussion moderated by the co-hosts. To register, please click the link under the website.