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Graduate international business programs reach new milestone.
When U.S. News & World Report announced the 2007 publication of “America’s Best Graduate Schools,” the Alvah H. Chapman Graduate School of Business ranked eighteenth in the international specialization category—up four spots from …
Speakers polish their skills in Executive and Professional Education course.
Rick Harty
Rick Harty, director of internal audit at AvMed Health Plan, speaks to groups often.
“I present at least quarterly to our board of directors and to audit committees, which consist of CEOs, …
Established women leaders inspire future ones.
A panel of ten women who hold leadership positions in a variety of sectors shed light on the kinds of questions pondered by women early in their careers: “How can I balance work with other …
Dreams come true thanks to hard-working students.
It’s difficult for most people to imagine the lives of those who sleep on cardboard and rags, whose children have no shoes, and whose local schools have hole-filled walls and roofs—if they have walls …
Real estate affinity group holds another popular happy hour.
REAAC Networking Happy Hour at Mosaico continues to draw alumni.
The Real Estate Alumni Council (REAAC) held another Happy Hour at Mosaico Restaurant on January 25th. The successful event brought together more than 80 alumni and …
Demonstration shows audience how to get pitch right.
When Albert Santalo (EMBA ’97) presented his business pitch recently, it wasn’t the first time. In fact, it was the 75th.
Founder, president, and chief executive officer of Avisena, Santalo had the idea of once again …
Target provides support to International BizFest.
From left to right, Target representatives Eric Estevez, Angel Blanco, and Ariel Grillo.
The fourth annual International BizFest had all the familiar sights and aromas of the popular event. The Ryder Business Building’s south …
Chilean leader touches two audiences during his Miami stay.
During his distinguished career, Dr. José Piñera, Chile’s former minister of labor and social security, and architect of the Chile’s social security reform, has spoken one-on-one with international leaders—including U.S. presidents and top Latin …
Renowned researcher presents Presidential Lecture.
David L. Birch
David L. Birch, business demography and public policy consultant, recently lectured in Florida International University’s prestigious Presidential Lecture Series. The talk, titled “Entrepreneurship in a Transformed Society,” drew an enthusiastic audience that …
Largest BBA+ Weekend fundraising attempt surpasses goal.
Ana Lorenzo and son
When students in the BBA+ Weekend program in the College of Business Administration embarked on a journey to raise nearly $20,000 for Project Thrive, the Infant & Toddler Stimulation Program of …
Master of International Business graduate finds product ripe for increased production.
On a recent Farmer-to-Farmer assignment in Honduras, José Carlos Ortiz (MIB ’05) got his feet wet.
Literally.
As part of the College of Business Administration’s John Ogonowski Farmer-to-Farmer Program, funded by USAID, Ortiz was engaged to do …
Building for Business Campaign reaches hearts, then wallets.
“I truly love Florida International University,” said Francisco Camposano Jr. (BBA ’02), president of C & C Appraisers, Inc. “I have wonderful memories that will live with me forever.”
Camposano’s emotional attachment to the university and …
Fall Commencement honors graduates, alumnus.
Fall Commencement took place on December 20, 2005. During the afternoon ceremony, 436 undergraduates from the Landon Undergraduate School programs, with the exception of the School of Accounting, received their degrees. The Chapman Graduate School …
Community service project sparks great interest.
Members of Group 19 in the BBA+ Weekend’s Business in Society class in the College of Business Administration have been working diligently on a special class project, “Spark for ARC” (Association for Retarded Citizens …
