Center for Global Business News

Amid high-level recognition for supporting U.S. export activity, the Center for Global Business (CGB) at the University of Maryland's Robert H.

This spring, the Center for Global Business worked with two clients through the Maryland Global Consulting Program, a mainstay of the Center's ongoing effort to enhance the global competitiveness of Maryland businesses.

The U.S. Department of Commerce has awarded the 2024 President’s “E” Award for Export Service to the University of Maryland's Smith School Center for Global Business for its outstanding contributions to expanding U.S. business in international markets.

University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business enhances project management education through a #KeepGlobalSmith grant. Associate Clinical Professor Paul Shapiro updates a simulation, integrating international business dynamics, benefiting over a thousand students across 35 courses.

Smith COIL Faculty Fellows, funded by federal grants, innovates business education by connecting University of Maryland students with peers abroad through COIL. Led by Rebecca Bellinger, this initiative pioneers collaborative online learning for global business courses, shaping the future of education.

The Center for Global Business awards Chan Kim, a fifth-year Economics PhD student at the University of Maryland, for his pioneering research on U.S. firms' R&D strategies in the face of globalization. Kim's work explores the shift from research to development and its impact on innovation and competitiveness.

In April 2024, the Center for Global Business (CGB) supported Robert H. Smith School of Business graduate students in two key case competitions. The IBESCC in Los Angeles focused on sustainable practices, while the NASBITE event in Las Vegas tackled complex global business issues, showcasing CGB's dedication to student success.

Discover global career insights with the Center for Global Business (CGB) Careers Crossing Borders series. Smith School alumni share expertise from diverse sectors, guiding future leaders. Learn language skills and cultural understanding essentials from industry pros like Jasmine Brown and William Chernicoff. Unlock your global potential today. Explore CGB events online.

Students embarked on a pioneering trek to international organizations in Washington D.C., organized by the Center for Global Business. Engaging with industry leaders at the IFC, IDB, OECD, and World Bank, they explored diverse career paths and global development initiatives, fostering connections and insights for future global endeavors.

The Center for Global Business (CGB) is abuzz with international engagement this spring, as it welcomes 32 exchange students from prestigious universities worldwide while facilitating the departure of 26 Smith undergraduates to esteemed global business schools. Boasting over 20 exchange partnerships, the center offers enriching academic and cultural experiences, fostering a global network of…