Dan Brounstein
As part of the International Business Development program, Berkeley MBA students, including Dan Brounstein (pictured), MBA 07, traveled to Ghana to improve the sustainability of a school lunch program.
Full-time MBA Program
Global Management
With the continuing globalization of the economy, the need to think and compete internationally has become imperative. Illustrating this point were the 72 students on 18 teams who were part of the Haas School's acclaimed International Business Development (IBD) program in 2008. IBD sends students around the world to consult for a variety of firms and organizations each year under the direction of Sebastian Teunissen, executive director of the Clausen Center for International Business and Policy.
IBD clients range from large multinationals to nonprofit organizations, and projects typically proceed as follows:
- During the first part of the year, student teams prepare a work plan in consultation with their client and undertake background research and analysis while attending classes on related topics.
- From mid-May to mid-June, teams spend three weeks on location in their assigned country.
- Upon return to the Haas School, they carry out additional research to complete the assignment and present their work to the Haas community.
In addition to the IBD course, international study seminars are offered each year in countries such as China, India, and Brazil.
The international emphasis of the Haas School is an integral part of its culture.
- Many Berkeley MBA students have lived, studied, or worked abroad.
- Over one-third of the full-time MBA students are international, representing over 40 countries.
- Many faculty are either originally from other countries, or have extensive international experience and contacts.
The impact of this international diversity on the MBA program is enormous, adding varied perspectives to classroom discussions, team projects, and everyday interactions.
Certificate in Global Management
This certificate program allows you to demonstrate proficiency in the theory and application of global business and management principles. Requirements for the certificate fall into three areas:
- Overseas experience
- Courses with international content
- Language requirement
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