ABCC 2023 Kick-Off Welcome Event

Date: Tuesday, March 14th

Time: 9:00AM EDT/ 2:00PM CET and WAT/ 3:00PM SAST/ 4:00PM EAT

Location: Zoom

Contact: Maddie Handler at mhandler@gbsn.org

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Join us for our official Kick-Off event for the Africa Business Concept Challenge 2023!

We are so excited to welcome Student Teams, Investor Experts, Judges, and more to our opening event for ABCC 2023! GBSN CEO, Dan LeClair, Peaqs Co-Founder and Director, Peter Martin Holst, and ABCC’s Head Mentor and Academic Advisor, Rickie Moore, will be welcoming competing teams for this year’s competition. Afterwards, the platform will officially launch into Phase 1 and the development begins.

This is also a great opportunity to meet other teams and ask any last minute questions.

We look forward to this year’s set of ideas!

Speakers

Dan LeClair, Ph.D
CEO
Global Business School Network
USA
Dr. Rickie A. Moore
Professor of Entrepreneurship Director, MSc in Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship
emlyon business school
France

Global Citizenship Program

Start Date: May 2023
End Date: March 2024

Registration Deadline: 31^st March, 2023

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What is Global Citizenship?

Global Citizenship is an orientation of care and concern for the world that includes other humans (with whom we may or may not have anything in common) as well as other beings and the planet. It implies a commitment to action, as well as to peace, social justice and sustainability.

About the Global Citizenship Program:

The Global Citizenship Program is a university certificate program that invites students to cultivate an ethical stance, a critical way of thinking, and a committed mode of intervening in a world populated by others with whom we must co-create a viable future.

It emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, professions, and the human variety of cultural, political and other experiences. We welcome students from any school or major.

Whether you plan to be an engineer or an artist, head into the start-up world or go on to med school, we believe that a global citizenship orientation can critically inform both your personal life and professional practice. As a group, we will dive into the biggest questions humanity is grappling with:

How do we live with others, respecting difference without abandoning our beliefs or forcing others to assimilate to us? How do we find peaceful ways to disagree? How do we protect our planet and its non-human residents both now and for the future?

Objectives of the Program:

Offers a big picture focus around both philosophy and practice
Provides a frame and forum in which to make sense of your many experiences at Lehigh
Mixes coursework, experiential elements, less traditional projects and varied modes of practice
Includes a unique cohort experience
Culminates with two non-traditional capstone courses that link self, other, practice and leadership
Balances a critical lens with hope, seeking out positive examples of everyday and exemplary global citizenship practice

Modules offered:

Introduction to Global Citizenship
Getting Curious: Beginning to Question
Co-Creating Governance: Active Citizens
Blurring Boundaries: Citizens of the World
Practising SDGs for a Better Tomorrow
Embedding Global Cultural Sensitivity
Discovering Myself: The Identity
Collaborating with Others: The Dialogue
Global Citizenship Capstone – 1
Global Citizenship Capstone – 2

Program Details

Program Duration: 12 Months
Credits: 7 credits
GPA Requirement for Eligibility: 3.0/4.0
Maximum Cohort Size: 180
Program Fee: USD 499 (exclusive of taxes) – This includes Tuition Fee of the Program, International Immersion Fee- Hyderabad (2 weeks- Optional, including food and accommodation at campus for the immersion weeks)
Medium of Instruction: English
Mode of instruction: Hybrid

Of note:

The program is open for all domestic/international students (Bachelor/Master)
The program is applicable to students of all streams
Upon successful registration, payment link will be shared in due course of time.

Upon completion of the course, students will get a Certificate of Completion by Woxsen University with 7 credits plus Global Citizen Passport

Applications are Now Open for the Young Conservationist Leadership Programme

Do You Know A Young Person Who Is Passionate About Wildlife Conservation?

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A cross-cultural, experiential learning programme that brings together international and Kenyan young adults on the front lines of wildlife conservation in Africa.

The ADVENTURE: spending two weeks exploring the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and Il Ngwesi Community Conservancy, experiencing the diverse successes and challenges facing wildlife conservation and sustainability in a modernizing Africa.

Forging Lifetime Memories

Students from around the world will join students from Kenya to gain skills and forge relationships that will last a lifetime, as they all become the next generation of wildlife advocates.

What: Young Conservationist Programme 2023

Where: Lewa Wildlife Conservancy

When: 23 July – 5 August, 2023

Application Deadline: 4 April 2023

Tuition: $4850 USD

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International Weeks at FDC, Brazil

FDC – based in Brazil – has a unique opportunity for international students. The School offers the possibility of a full educational experience in the country, with no additional costs*.

This experience is made of four international courses, part of FDC´s Specialization in Management Program, that provide an authentic taste of Brazil. From May to July 2023, these courses will focus on what makes Brazil this unique place and what is like to do business in the country, a land full of opportunities, social challenges, and diversity. A fertile ground to discuss and learn about business and social innovation, interculturality, the entertainment industry, and creative economy.

The experience goes beyond the classroom, taking participants to real interactions with local leaders, communities and students, besides visits to traditional entertainment spots. This journey represents a special opportunity of learning through “live cases” and day-by-day management practices.

Available Courses:

Creative Economy and Global Impacts
Dates: May 22, 23, 24 and 29
This course approaches in a practical way, filled with real cases, how to be globally in the market generating positive impact for humanity and being creative in business.
Entertainment Business Management from Football to Carnival in Brazil, part 1
Dates: June 16 and 17
Businesses that were always limited by physical spaces and specific moments now need to expand their experiential possibilities. In this course we will see this through football, carnival and even bars and restaurants.
Diversity and Interculturality
Dates: Jun 19, 20, 21, 26
This course brings reflections on diversity and interculturality
to the creative businesses that end up stimulating interaction, understanding and respect for different cultures and
ethnic groups.
Entertainment Business Management from Football to Carnival in Brazil, part 2
Dates: Jul 14 and 15
From samba to frevo, from street blocks to Marques de Sapucaí, from bars to samba schools, Carnival and entertainment marketing can be experienced in this discipline through national and international market strategies and experiential movements.

Course Details:

15h each course, 3 ECTS, from May to July 2023.
The courses are offered in-person.
All international students in a post-graduation program or a master’s degree are welcome
*Admission Fee: U$ 120.00

The Effectiveness of Anti-Corruption Training: Panel Discussion

DATE

Thursday, 2 March I 8AM EST

LOCATION

Online, Zoom

CONTACT

CIPE’s Anti- Corruption and Governance Center (ACGC) and the Global Business School Network (GBSN) will be co-hosting a panel discussion focusing on the effectiveness of anti-corruption trainings in the Nigerian and Indonesian private sectors.

CIPE and GBSN have been collaborating on a year-long project to fund research investigating the impact of anti-corruption compliance training in emerging markets with the goal of providing new empirical data on the impact of these trainings. The panel will focus on the findings from studies conducted by two of CIPE’s partners / GBSN Members: Lagos Business School (LBS) and Gadjah Mada University (UGM).

The panel will be hosted on Zoom on Thursday the 2nd of March at 8am EST/ 2pm WAT/ 8pm WIB. The session will be co-hosted by Dan Le Clair (CEO, GBSN), Rob Vember (Director of Programs & Partnerships, GBSN), Michele Crymes (Program Director, ACGC) and Niki Linganur (Associate Program Officer, ACGC).

Moderators

Michele Crymes
Senior Program Officer, Anti-Corruption and Governance Center
Center for Private Enterprise
USA
Niki Linganur
Associate Program Officer, Anti-Corruption and Governance Center
Center for Private Enterprise
USA

Register

Please register using the Eventbrite link by the 28th of February 2022. We look forward to seeing you there!

World Alliance of International Financial Centers (WAIFC) Young Academic Award 2023

We invite young academics to submit papers or essays on the future of a sustainable and inclusive financial sector.

The global financial sector continues to evolve rapidly with new technologies enabling the digitization of money, innovative trends involving artificial intelligence and DLT, and a greater focus on financing SMEs and financial inclusion. We see a long-term transition toward a sustainable financial industry, while there is a need to support the economic recovery from the pandemic in the short term.

We invite young academics to submit papers or essays addressing one of the following topics:

The future of financial literacy and education in International Financial Centers (IFCs), and how IFCs can support people of all ages.
How do the financial centers support talent development and re-skilling, particularly regarding sustainability and fintech? How can the financial sector remain an attractive employer for young talent?
The role of IFCs in promoting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices in finance.
The role of IFCs in financing the circular economy.
How can IFCs foster gender diversity in the financial industry?
What role can IFCs play in promoting financial inclusion and accessibility?

We will also consider papers on topics that are relevant to the work of international financial centers but not listed above. Papers must be either unpublished or published no earlier than 2022. An English translation is required if the paper is written in a different language.

The top three finalists will have the privilege of presenting their research at WAIFC’s Annual General Meeting in New York City in October 2023. Our Chair will announce the winner of the best paper and award a prize of €3,000. The runners-up will be awarded prizes of €2,000 (2nd place) and €1,000 (3rd place).

Applications to submit papers or essays may be made no later than 15 May 2023. Final papers or essays must be submitted no later than 15 June 2023.

Access the Submission Form

Who can enter?

We invite young academics from around the world to make a submission. WAIFC is a global organization, and we aim to make this a global competition. The Award is open to all countries, including non-WAIFC member countries. As our focus is on finance, we particularly encourage submissions from students, Ph.D. students, post docs, or junior professors in finance, economics, mathematics, computer science, or other similar fields to participate. We are, however, seeking new ideas, so a background in any field of study is welcome as long as your paper or essay relates to finance and meets our submission criteria. Submissions are welcome from those in universities, research institutes, think tanks, and other similar institutions.

Multiple authors can contribute to a paper or essay, but as we are seeking ideas from bright young minds, at least one author must be under the age of 35 as of 15 June 2023.

Access Award Handbook

How will the winners be selected?

We will assess the papers against the following criteria: (1) novelty, (2) topicality, (3) innovative thinking, (4) scientific merit, (5) relevance for financial centers, and (6) practical applicability.

How to apply?

Applications to submit your paper or essay may be made no later than 15 May 2023 via our submission form. Your final paper or essay must be submitted no later than 15 June 2023.

Full details on who can enter, how to enter, assessment criteria, etc. are detailed within our Award Handbook. If you have any further questions, please email award@waifc.finance.

We look forward to receiving your submissions and hopefully meeting you in New York later this year.

Download the Invitation Flyer

About the WAIFC

The World Alliance of International Financial Centers (WAIFC) is a non-profit association registered in Belgium, representing 27 leading international financial centers across five continents. WAIFC members are government agencies, associations, and similar institutions developing and promoting their financial centers. WAIFC facilitates cooperation between its members, exchanging best practices and communication with the general public.

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Apply for Health Delegate Sudan position for Swiss Red Cross

Job Title: Health Delegate Sudan (100 %)

Location: Khartoum, Sudan with regular and prolonged travels to Northern and Kordofan States

Application Deadline: 19 February 2023

Position Start Date: 1 May 2023

The Swiss Red Cross (SRC) has been working with the Sudanese Red Crescent Society (SRCS) since 1999, supporting emergency interventions as well as longer-term development projects in different geographical and thematic areas. In 2023, SRC and SRCS are starting a new community-based intervention targeting communities in Northern State. The new project aims to prevent and combat non-communicable diseases (NCD), via awareness campaigns conducted by SRCS volunteers to promote healthy lifestyles and behavior change. For the upcoming project and its ongoing health projects in Kordofan, SRC is looking for Health Delegate (100 %) to be based in Khartoum, Sudan with regular and prolonged travels to Northern and Kordofan States.

apply here

Responsibilities

Support SRCS Health Department in its cooperation with international Stakeholders (WHO, INGO, Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement)
Support SRCS in elaborating its NCD strategy and enhance its capacity in NCD and behaviour change using IFRC toolkits
Support SRCS Branches in project implementation using PCM approach
Ensure financial management of the project in line with the SRCS and SRC policies
Provide technical support to SRCS and the Ministry of Health
Document and promote beneficial practices, knowledge management and institutional learning
Support SRC disaster management activities in case of emergencies in-country

Qualifications

Master’s in Public Health, International Health, Psychology, Education or alike
Expertise in development cooperation with specialization in community health with a focus on prevention
Minimum of 5 years of international working experience
Proven capacities in project and team management including capacity-building and on-the-job training
International work experience with an INGO, preferably within the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Demonstrated skills in financial management
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to finding and proposing solutions to challenges
Sense of diplomacy, flexibility and sensitivity to cultural differences and willingness to work in a challenging environment
Experience with interventions in complex and fragile contexts
Very good command of written and spoken English, proficiency in Arabic is an asset

What you can expect

12-months-contract with the option of extension, starting from 1^st May 2023 or as per agreement.
Competitive salary, contribution to social insurances, R&R, travel expenses and contribution to accommodation

apply now

We look forward to receiving your complete application (motivation letter, CV, diplomas, employment certificates, reference letters), to the attention of Ms Gusuma Luder until 19 February 2023 latest.

Contact

Ms Gusuma Jenny Luder
Human Resources Manager
+41 58 400 42 48

Help us create a world of greater humanity!

The Swiss Red Cross (SRC) is the largest humanitarian organization in Switzerland. We provide a broad range of services for the benefit of particularly vulnerable and disadvantaged people in Switzerland and in about 30 countries around the world. Our national headquarters in Bern and Wabern also support the SRC’s member organizations and institutions and provide the foundations for effective, efficient and sustainable services.

Virtual Roundtable: Strategies to Improve Student Engagement

You are invited to an exclusive roundtable hosted on Engageli Wednesday, February 22nd! The aim is to bring together a select group of business school professionals like yourself to discuss how technology is evolving the business school education experience and strategies to increase student engagement.

We hope you’ll join this unique, interactive virtual session to share learnings, foster mindshare and to network with fellow business school professionals! Attend this interactive session with a select group of business school professionals to discuss:

What market drivers are driving innovation
Approaches to increase engagement and community
Evaluating new technologies

The session will be offered at two different times to accommodate a global audience (12:00pm GMT or 3:00pm EST)

Localized: Breaking Into Product Management

Are you interested in pursuing a role in tech but you want to work in a non-engineering focused role? If you’re studying engineering, marketing, business management, psychology or another related field you might want to learn about a role in Product Management.

Learn about:

What a product manager is responsible for
What experience you need to enter the field
How to land your first role or internship
What kind of work a product manager does on a day-to-day basis

About Ronke Majekodunmi

For many years, Ronke Majekodunmi (she/her) has been a noteworthy leader and powerhouse in product management. She has dedicated her career to creating outstanding, world-class products. She actively invests her time in educating the next generation of product leaders.

Her mission is to make the world of product management more accessible for diverse product makers entering the field by providing insights and authentic experiences for the next generation to draw from.

Ronke actively uses her website and podcast to engage with fellow product managers and provide valuable content that helps expand their careers and create clarity from ambiguity. You can read more on www.ronkepm.com or tune into her podcast “Product Magic” on your favorite listening platform!

Trend Micro: Summer Business Intern Dallas, TX – no visa sponsorship available

About the Company

Trend Micro, a global cybersecurity leader, helps make the world safe for exchanging digital information

Fueled by decades of security expertise, world-leading global threat research and intelligence, and continuous innovation, our cybersecurity platform protects hundreds of thousands of organizations and millions of individuals across clouds, networks, devices, and endpoints

With 7,000 employees across 65 countries, and the world’s most advanced global threat research and intelligence, Trend Micro enables organizations to simplify and secure their connected world.

Job Description

Next-Gen Business Professional: Dallas, TX

Summary: As a part of the Trend Next-Gen Business Professional program, a summer business internship at Trend Micro is a terrific way to explore the potential for launching your career in the rapidly growing global technology industry. Additionally, it could open the door to consideration for the Marketing Rotational Associate track, which is a new-grad track focused on developing future business leaders in the company.

Your summer internship will allow you to contribute to a number of different critical business and marketing functions. It will also expose you to a broad range of senior managers and executives from around the world in a dynamic, positive, and collaborative environment.

Highlights: 11 week summer program June – August, 2023 Dallas-based January 2023 interviews Multiple positions open

Other Requirements

You need to be:

Currently enrolled in a business-related program in the USA, with expected graduation Spring 2024
Able to relocate to Dallas, Texas for the duration of the summer internship
Passionate about personal growth, improvement, and challenge
Analytically minded, with excellent attention to detail
Able to multi-task and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment with strong time-management and organizational skills\

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