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Become a Certified Global Business Professional !!

Apr 27

Written by: Joel Martino
4/27/2010 10:31 AM 

Don’t miss this year’s exam on June 12, 2010!!
 
 
 
What is the NASBITE CGBP?
 
The NASBITE CGBP provides a benchmark for competency in global commerce. The CGBP designation demonstrates an individual's ability to conduct global business, including Global Business Management, Global Marketing, Supply Chain Management and Trade Finance. For companies, it assures that employees are able to practice global business at the professional level required in today's competitive environment.
 
 
Who Can Benefit from CGBP Designation?
 
Students and professionals looking to gain a competitive edge for a career in international business can benefit from CGBP designation. For candidates experienced in international trade, the CGBP certification confirms global competency. For candidates just beginning, it establishes a professional development goal to ensure a full understanding of the profession. 
 
 
2010 CGBP Prep Course Package
 
Richland College and the International Trade Center SBDC are teaming up to offer prep courses for the CGBP exam on June 12, 2010. Our package contains the following components to prepare you for this year’s exam:
 
 
ITEM
CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION
2010 Global Market Series presentations
 
·          Complete Import Series
·          Complete Export Series
 
Taught by the industry experts, these are complete recordings of the GMS webinars
5 half-day prep sessions
 
·          Industry Expert Guests
·          Participant Review Session
·          Practice Exam
·          Lunch
 
These Saturday sessions will be on the following dates: 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22 and 6/5.
 
 
 
Supplementary Text Books
 
The following books are an essential part of the preparation for the CGBP exam, and will be referred to during the course for further study. Attendees can obtain these books from the recommended websites.
 

Title
Author
Availability
The Global Entrepreneur, 2nd Edition
James Foley
Guide to Import-Export Basics, 3rd Edition
International Chamber of Commerce

 
 
Where and When do these prep courses and exam take place?
 
The prep course, practice exam, and final exam dates are highlighted below. All sessions, practice exam and CGBP exam will be held at the Richland Community College in Dallas, TX.
 

May 2010
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
 
 
 
 
 
 
1  –Global Business Management
2
3
4
5
6
7
8  –Global Marketing
9
10
11
12
13
14
15–Supply Chain Management
16
17
18
19
20
21
22–Trade Finance
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
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31
 
 
 
 
 
June 2010
 
 
1
2
3
4
5  – Practice Exam
6
7
8
9
10
11
12 – CGBP EXAM

 
 
What Specific Information will be Covered?
 
 
Global Business Management
This section will cover the basics of what will be included in the exam, reviewed by past certified CGBPs. Also, selected presentations will be given by the attendees, with insights provided by professionals in the Global Management field. Specific items include:
 
  • The Global Mission Statement
  • Consideration of Ethical and Cultural Issues
  • Global Strategic Planning
  • Research Concepts/Techniques
  • Risk Assessment and Management
  • Developing Regulatory Compliance Efforts
  • Intellectual Property and Other Legal Issues
 
Global Marketing
Presented by certified CGBPs and course participants, this section includes the items below, as well as industry insights from the world of global marketing.
 
  • Evaluating Internal and External Marketing Environments
  • Developing a Global Marketing Plan
  • Product Selection and Target Markets
  • Sales and Profitability Planning
  • Developing Marketing Budgets
  • Global Pricing Strategies
  • Promotional, Distribution, and Sales Strategies
 
 
Supply Chain Management
This section will include the basics of supply chain management, industry insights and attendee interaction. Some highlights will be:
 
  • Optimizing Supply Chain Solutions
  • Evaluation and Selection of Intermediaries
  • International Trade Documentation
  • Calculation of Final, ‘True’ Landed Costs
  • Global Sourcing and Procurement
Trade Finance
The intricate field of global finance will be taken head-on in this comprehensive module. Presentation by attendees, industry insight, and the following items will all be included:
 
  • Assessing Political and Economic Risks
  • Evaluating Global Currency Exchange Risk
  • Understanding and Implementing Methods of Payment
  • Letters of Credit
  • Internal vs. External Financing
  • Short-Term vs. Long-Term Financing
 
How much do the prep courses and exam cost?
 
The cost for the CGBP Prep Course as described above is $285.00, payable to the International Trade Center SBDC.
 
Please note that this amount does NOT cover CGBP exam fees. CGBP exam fee is $345. This fee is payable separately, and is the responsibility of the participant to ensure timely payment and registration. Registration for the exam is available online at www.nasbitecgbp.org.
 
Scholarship
 
Richland Community College and the International Trade Center SBDC will be offering 3 scholarships to participants who are students in the Dallas County Community College District. These scholarships will be in the amount of the exam fee ($345), and will be awarded at the discretion of the sponsor organizations.
 
“Ultimately, (CGBP Certification) helps any organization to validate not only what one person knows, but the whole team…It’s something very tangible.”
 
- Reynaldo Cano, CGBP since 2004
 
For more info, please contact:
 
Joel Martino, Trade Specialist, CGBP
International Trade Center SBDC
214/747-1300

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