The dearth of globally literate undergraduates prepared to meet the demands of the new global marketplace is worrisome. Even in traditionally domestic industries—retailing, banking, consumer products, or insurance—globalization pressures will require cross-border relationships. In the face of these new realities, and the fact that geography and technology are no longer hindrances, businesses are pushing for access to individuals who demonstrate global knowledge and strong intercultural communications skills. Those future managers who are able to demonstrate global knowledge and cultural competence will have a distinct advantage in advancing their own professional goals and will become important voices in any organization conducting business in the world’s economy.…
Before starting my college education, I worked for over 6 years at Mitchell & Ness, a multi-million dollar retail clothing company and store in Philadelphia, extensively in their inventory department. I spent time during the year working with our various warehouse managers to investigate the root cause of inventory adjustments. Working in a position that required attention to detail further taught me ways to improve my problem-solving skills and give me a change to work independently as well as in a team environment. Being able to grow with that company from working on their retail sales floor to their corporate office gave me a full view of the company’s day to day operations and gave me a better perspective on work.…
(1) An international orientation should be an important part of college business education (2) International business skills and knowledge were important not merely for promotion to senior executive positions, but also for appointment to entry-level positions, and across a broad array of functional as well as cross-functional areas (3) The above two points are even more…
To excel in the dynamic and challenging business world of today, one has to be equipped with not only business knowledge and experience, but also possess knowledge of international markets, team-building and leadership skills and excellent communication skills. Today’s business requires not just balancing the books; it is about the investment and the management of assets, people, opportunities and risk. Coming from a background of a small family business and helping in it during my spare time, I learnt some of the essential business skills at an early age. This has inspired me to learn more about business management and marketing.…
Background The two most dreaded obstacles in the way of human progress- i.e. Time & Distance have almost been eliminated, due to technological revolution Mind boggling pace of changes have shrank the wide world to a “global village”. We live in interconnected, interdependent, world economy. Globalization has made free flow of goods & Services – possible opening the new visa of opportunities – for corporate and individuals – age of mega mergers & acquisitions A global business manager must have a global business perspective and understanding of how the world works – Learning, unlearning and relearning are integral part of the knowledge intensive global business. A global manager must develop a global mindset – the capacity to analyze, appreciate & leverage the…
I worked as a technologist at Fabrian. Which greatly developed my work ethic and professionalism, prior to which I was a quality assurance agent at data plus. I maintained my career while balancing family and church life.…
This course builds on BUSA 3000 where students examine globalization of markets and are exposed to the macro environment of international business. Attention shifts in this course to the individual firm and the decisions it faces in internationalization. Both small, entrepreneurial firms as well as large multinational enterprises are examined. Topics addressed include: formulating an internationalization strategy, assessment of global market opportunities, foreign market entry modes, marketing strategies, and management of human resources and financial transactions. Challenges of doing…
Since I graduated as Office Technology major from Baruch college, I was working as a PC instructor.…
the portal of such a challenging line of study. I was enrolled into Jyothi Bala Mandir…
For the past three years I have worked as a coach for the youth basketball organization, the Next Year's Stars. We are composed of twelve basketball teams, spread out amongst four coaches, with myself being the youngest and second most tenured coach. There are practices running at least once a day, with games scheduled all Saturdays and Sundays. I only run practices twice a week and coach two to three games per weekend. Though I thoroughly enjoy the opportunity I have to instill the fundamentals of the game I love, I realize that I could be more active within the organization by taking a heavier workload. By continuing to engage, serve, and coordinate team practices and games within the Next Year’s Stars, I will learn the true meaning of leadership.…
This course will focus on significant international marketing, managerial and operational challenges and opportunities from the perspective of managers with decision-making responsibility in many parts of the world. We will pay significant attention to the impact the growth of the Chinese and Indian economies are having on the rest of the world. We will also explore the impact that Globalization and Sustainability are having on how people manage, work and live.…
With developing globalization of business, it is critical to business success that employees have the ability to effectively communicate with one another across cultural barriers. Cross-cultural understanding and tolerance by individuals serves to illuminate misapprehensions that could harm the health of an organization. As someone who recognizes the impact of globalization on the business world and the advantages that diversity has to offer, I am confident that pursuing a masters in cross-cultural and sustainable business management is an important step towards becoming an efficient international leader who seeks to gain insight on global markets through intercultural training.…
Globalization has flattened our borders and increased our opportunities for trade, participating in joint ventures or establishing foreign direct investments in other countries. Unlike managing a business on US soil interacting and directing a company in a foreign country requires an advanced skill set to be successful. Those skills should include a general business education and an advanced or MBA program focused on global management highlighting a particular skill set depending on your interest. This skill set could focus on consumer products, economics, health care, IT, finance, telecommunications or many other areas of business. Along with education, understanding culture and values in a particular country helps ensure motivation and leadership success. Being aware of the countries legal, political status assists in forecasting upcoming changes that could affect operations.…
The essence of mathematics is not to make simple things complicated, but to make complicated things simple. S. Gudder…
Experience the best years of your life in a learning environment that promises a perfect blend of academic excellence and relevant industry-preparation. Challenge and push yourself to the limits as we prepare you in your lifelong revolution.…