World Languages Day
"The following comments were submitted by Michigan school teachers who attended the World Languages Day event:

"[My favorite part was] watching the students enjoy themselves while learning about new languages and cultures" (Vicki from Clarkston); "[My favorite part was] watching my students survive! Many tried a new language. Most have never been to a university campus. It's great to see them expand their experiences" (Kristine from Fife Lake); "The whole educational experience is phenomenal!" (Jeana from Detroit); "[My favorite part was] the excitement my students had when they told me what they learned. They were obviously excited and inspired!" (Amy from Kenowa Hills)"

The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management at Michigan State University has been training global business leaders for more than 50 years. The Broad School offers business professionals and their organizations unique opportunities for executive advancement through its Executive Development Program. Those enrolled in the program benefit from the expertise of the Broad School's distinguished faculty as well as that of leading industry professionals. The Broad School enriches the working knowledge of international business professionals through support of organizations such as the Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan and the Visiting International Professional Program, as well as through comprehensive tools found on globalEDGE™.

Executive Tools

globalEDGE™ is funded in part by the U.S. Department of Education, globalEDGE provides a portal to more than 5,000 online resources, a wealth of information on all countries throughout the world, in-depth analysis of select industries, diagnostic tools, instructive modules and a vast network of business professionals.

globalEDGE™ Diagnostics Tools comprise a suite of diagnostic and decision support Web-based software, developed by an experiences team of researchers at MSU-CIBER, to help businesses better compete in today’s global marketplace. These tools offer guidance, complete with descriptive graphics, charts, and business recommendations tailored to your personal inputs and needs.

Market Potential Index for Emerging Markets is an indexing study conducted by MSU-CIBER to compare emerging markets with each other on eight dimensions.

globalEDGE™ Business Review is a journal that publishes cutting-edge articles on a variety of international business issues across different world areas, industries and management functions.

Organizations

The Broad School takes an active leadership role in local business development through its support of the Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan. The club focuses on global issues of interest to the business community of mid-Michigan and is dedicated to providing support for business growth throughout the state. Its monthly luncheon series with high-level industry speakers is a great source for learning and networking.

The Visiting International Professional Program (VIPP) is a non-degree certificate program for international professionals, businesses, and organizations and is part of the International Studies and Programs (ISP) at Michigan State University. This unique opportunity is for professionals who are seeking to gain new insights in their field of expertise. Get more information at http://www.isp.msu.edu/VIPP/about/glance.htm.