Global Business Professional Training Series
Date: May 4-5 & June 1-2 , 2012
Time: 8 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Hyland Hall 2200
Price: $350 per Session
About the Series
Upon successful completion of the series of 2 sessions, the participant will:
- Learn from a Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP)
- Learn from business practitioners and professionals in the international business
- Become more competent in international trade, conducting research, and the use of collaborative tools
- Be ready to prepare for the NASBITE Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) exam
- Receive a completion certificate
- Receive continuing education credits (CEU’s)
The Global Business Professional Training Series was developed in accordance with NASBITE (North American Small Business International Trade Educators) guidelines for a CGBP credential, a nationally recognized professional credential that demonstrates an individual’s competency in international trade.
This particular training program has been developed with the series of seminars in mind. Each session will take place are on Saturday from 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM at University of Wisconsin- Whitewater in 2200 Hyland Hall. It is highly recommended that you register for the series of four seminars in the order they are offered below. However, we do offer each seminar on an individual registration basis.
Cost
Participant cost: $350 per participant per seminar
Register for the series (BOTH Sessions 1&2) for a discounted rate of $650
Seminar cost includes course materials (on a per session basis), lunch, refreshments and computer lab access during session date.
Registration
Class size is limited to 15 participants per seminar.
Seminar Schedule
All seminars will be held on both Friday & Saturday from 8 AM - 4:30 PM
Seminar 1 (Module 1 & 2): May 4 – 5, 2012
Global Business Management and Marketing | Module 1 | May 4-5, 2012
- General budgeting concepts
- International growth strategies
- Business plan development
- Intellectual property
- Transfer pricing
- Risk management
- Global sourcing
- International market research and tools
- Competitive analysis
- Certificates and standards
- Product life cycles
- Market segmentation
- Market entry methods
- Distribution channels
- Product classification
Supply Chain Management | Module 2 | May 4-5, 2012
- What is an Export – EAR and Export Licenses
- Shipping and documentation
- Transportation modes
- Security issues
- Export Compliance
- Third party logistics
- INCOTERMS 2010 (Took effect January, 2011)
- Transportation liability
Seminar 2 (Module 3 & 4): June 1-2, 2012
Trade Finance and Payment Methods – Trade Agreements Overview | Module 3 | June 1-2, 2012
- Foreign exchange risk
- Political and commercial risk
- Letters of credit
- Buyer/supplier analysis
- Sales terms and documentation
- Tax and Accounting Issues
- Country of origin analysis
- Credit risk insurance
- Landed cost calculation
- Financing tools and resources
- Trade agreements
Cultural Aspects – Financial Statements- CGBP Exam Review | Module 4 | June 1-2, 2012
- Comparative international business ethics
- Cross-cultural marketing
- Sales Contracts
- Financial Statements Overview
- Group project presentations and discussion
- Review content from previous sessions
- Discuss test preparation strategies
- Complete CGBP practice exam and discuss answers
- Resources will be provided in preparation for the CGBP exam
The Global Business Resource Center (GBRC) has been providing international business outreach services to companies in the Southern region of Wisconsin since 1997. For more information regarding this program, please contact the center by email: gbrc@uww.edu or by phone at 262-472-1956.
Special Notice
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is committed to equal opportunity in its educational programs, activities and employment policies, for all persons, regardless of race, color, gender, creed, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, Vietnam-era veteran status, parental status and pregnancy.
If you have any disabling condition that requires special accommodations or attention, please advise us well in advance. We will make every effort to accommodate your special needs.
I understand that the University may take photographs and or videos of event participants and activities. I agree that the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater shall be the owner of and may use such photographs and or videos relating to the promotion of future events. I relinquish all rights that I may claim in relation to use of said photographs and/or videos.
