Saturday Sep. 22 - Sep. 25
The purpose of this invitational conference was to reflect on the role of study abroad programs for business students and to share perspectives and experiences about a variety of issues with respect to study abroad. A group of 24 national experts on study abroad programs were commissioned to author white papers on different aspects of study abroad programs.
Thursday Oct. 18 - Oct. 21
The purpose of this conference is to provide an opportunity for seasoned and emerging global marketing scholars to examine the current state of the art of research in global marketing and provide guidance for future direction of the field.
Saturday Jan. 12
This past year Mr. Elliott was honored for his work when he was selected as the Top Cop of Ohio by the National Associations of Police. He received the Federal Investigators Investigative Excellence Award from the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, the Distinguished Service Medal from ATF, the Directors Award from the Executive Office of US Attorneys.
Wednesday Jan. 30
"Think Global, Act How? Strategies, Challenges and Opportunities" was sponsored by Malta External Trade Corporation and featured primarily senior business executives; over 400 business practitioners attended the conference. Professor Cavusgil, Executive Director of MSU-CIBER, presented a talk on realistic global marketing strategies for companies.
Friday Feb. 1
Details about this month's IB Forum will be posted here soon. Thank you for your patience.
Thursday Feb. 14
Xavier Martin, Assistant Professor of Management and International Business at the Stern School of Business, New York University presented a research seminar titled "Gaining From Vertical Partnerships: Knowledge Transfer, Relationship Duration and Supplier Performance Improvement in the U.S. and Japanese Automotive Industries."
Friday Apr. 19 - Apr. 21
The weekend of the conference is filled with stimulating debate as well as social activities and an opportunity to interact with other students from around the nation. We feature specialized committees and crisis simulations as well as a General Assembly.
Thursday Apr. 25 - Apr. 26
The program features a three-year sequence of activities designed to internationalize business education on the campuses of the nation's HBCUs. Two classes of about ten HBCU institutions will participate in the program.
Sunday May. 12 - May. 24
The ten day faculty study abroad program offered in conjunction with the University of Antwerpen is designed primarily for faculty from business, foreign language, and area/cultural studies. Participants are exposed to the latest developments in European business/economic issues to develop an increased understanding of today's European Union (EU).
Thursday Jun. 20
Isabelle Maignan presents a research seminar titled "Corporate Social Responsibility and Marketing: An Integrative Framework." Attendance is free of charge for all MSU Students, Faculty, and Staff. Isabelle Maignan is Associate Professor of Marketing at Nijmegen School of Management.
Tuesday Jun. 25 - Jun. 28
This workshop focuses on overcoming the challenge of implementing and strengthening foreign language programs, as well as the challenges associated with motivating students in the classroom.
Wednesday Jun. 26 - Jun. 28
9/11 and implications for CIBERs. How can CIBERs work with area studies centers and other groups to address issues of national security and economic security.
Thursday Aug. 1 - Aug. 3
The first three IDEB workshops, held at Columbia University in 1999, The Ohio State University in 2000, and The University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 demonstrated the growing interest among Ph.D. students in international research - with approximately 90 participants from 35 - plus schools across the country who engaged in discussions and seminars with leading experts in international business. The 2002 IDEB conference will be held at The Ohio State University.
Tuesday Sep. 10
Carl Liedholm, Department of Economics, Michigan State University will present "The Euro Has Arrived; What Is Its Future?"
Monday Sep. 23
Professor Zou will present on "Global Strategy: Framework and Measurement"
Tuesday Oct. 8
Richard Corson, Director, Pontiac U.S. Export Assistance Center will present "Overcoming Export Barriers."
Friday Oct. 11
The Ohio State University will present a research seminar on "Sequential Divestiture Through Initial Public Offerings," 1:30 - 3:00 PM, Friday October 11, 2002 in 336 North Business College Complex. Attendance is free of charge for all MSU Students, Faculty, and Staff.
Monday Oct. 28
Gurhan-Canli will present a research seminar focused on cross-cultural differences in brand extension evaluations based on analytic-holistic processing framework.
Tuesday Nov. 12
Gladson Remos, Director of Business Development, Caco Pacific Corporation will present "International Joint Ventures: Cautions for US Entrepreneurs."
Friday Nov. 22 - Nov. 23
Globalizing Business Schools Program developed by CIBERs at Memphis Michigan State, Indiana, Wisconsin, Kansas, Florida, Georgia Tech, and Texas A & M and the Institute for International Public Policy (IIPP) starts out with the first workshop on Best Practices/Grant Writing in New Orleans, 22-23 November 2002.
Tuesday Jan. 14
Aysegul Ozsomer will present a research seminar on Marketing Program Standardization: A Cross Country Exploration.
Tuesday Feb. 11
Mr. Tom Quinn, International Trade Specialist, Canadian Consulate General, will give an overview of the regional economy, and a chronological account of what transpired at the US-Canadian border and how some of these issues were dealt with.
Wednesday Feb. 12
A lecture with questions and answers to follow. Dr. James Piscatori, International Authority on Islamic Studies; Fellow of Wadham College, Oxford University and Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies; University Lecturer in Islamic Politics, Oxford University Authored, Co-authored or Edited of the following: Muslim Politics; Islam in a World of Nation-States; Islam in the Political Process; Islamic Fundamentalisms and the Gulf Crisis and others.
Thursday Feb. 20 - Feb. 22
This Workshop offers participants valuable insights into the relationship between foreign language and international business, discusses how to develop a business language curriculum, and explores the resources available to the foreign language educator interested in this new and exciting field. Above all, this workshop will serve as a unique forum for the exchange of ideas among participants.
Thursday Mar. 6
The invited conference participants represent a broad cross-section of international scholarship; they range from advanced doctoral students to senior faculty and also include leading thinkers from the world of practice. At least half of the participants each year will be new to the conference, counteracting lock-in and ensuring the exploration of fresh ideas. The JIBS editorial team shall attend each conference; the aim is to maximize their sensitivity and appreciation of emerging research themes.
Wednesday Mar. 12
Bernard Yeung, Abraham Krasnoff Professor of Global Business, Professor of Economics and Professor of Management, at the Stern School of Business, New York University, will present "Thinking about the functionality of equity markets - let International Business and Finance meet."
Tuesday Mar. 18
Mr. John Pearson, Vice President & Executive Director, Capital Choice Partnership, Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce, will present "The Changing Face of China - from Pagodas to Cell Towers"
Thursday Apr. 3
Since 1990, a consortium of organizations has offered a luncheon speaker series under the auspices of the International Business Forum (IBF) targeted to local academics, public policy makers, and the local business community. The IBF has now become The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan, with a newly developed focus on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. The GB Club is dedicated to supporting global business growth tied to Michigan and its diverse corporations. The main activity of the GB Club is the luncheon speaker series.