It is with deep sadness that we note the passing of Daniel Zamora (BACC ’10) on August 4, 2012. Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador on January 9, 1989, he had just completed the Master of Accounting (MACC) program in the College of Business at Florida International University (FIU). A posthumous award of his graduate degree will […]
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State Farm Financial Literacy Lab wins national award.
A national financial planning magazine has awarded its top honor to a Florida International University (FIU) College of Business program that brings financial literacy education to low-income students. The State Farm Financial Literacy Lab and Helen Simon, senior instructor and a certified financial planner who brought the program to the lab, were selected by Financial […]
Students benefit from early contact with professionals.
“Most of the problems I’ve had, he’s had, too. It was great to talk to somebody who had the challenges—and made it.” Those words from incoming accounting student Muhammad Ramjohn describe his conversation with FIU alumnus Lazaro Alfaro (MACC ’12, BACC ’11) during a “Meet the Employers” networking event on June 15, 2012, part of […]
Charlene Blevens joins FIU Business as director of finance and administration.
While many people fear major technology implementations, Charlene Blevens, the new director of finance and administration in the College of Business at Florida International University (FIU), sees the process differently. “Whenever you go live, it’s extremely exciting,” she said. “And the university is doing a lot quickly, so it is always exciting.” An FIU employee […]
High schoolers learn financial basics on their road to college.
Getting to college can be tough. Upward Bound makes it easier—and so does learning at the State Farm Financial Literacy Lab. Since 1995, the Upward Bound TriO Program at Florida International University (FIU), sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, has been helping high school students who have potential but need additional academic preparation and […]
David R. Klock named dean of FIU’s College of Business.
David R. Klock, PhD, has been appointed dean of the College of Business and Ryder Eminent Scholar in Business, effective October 1, 2012, succeeding Joyce J. Elam, who became dean in 1998. “Dr. Klock’s distinguished record as an academic and entrepreneurial leader makes him an excellent choice to lead the College of Business forward in […]
Natalie Dwarika is new EPE program coordinator.
Natalie Dwarika has joined the staff of Executive and Professional Education (EPE). She handles logistics for EPE’s popular international programs, including the inbound study tours, which bring students to campus for intense residencies. One of those proved very intense for her, too. “When I started the job, 43 Brazilian students arrived from the School of […]
Wells Fargo leadership and support is recognized at classroom renaming reception.
A new sign marks the classroom . . . a reception marked the event . . . and an important partnership is celebrated. A classroom in the College of Business Administration at Florida International University (FIU) has been renamed the Wells Fargo Classroom, reflecting the fact that Wachovia is now Wells Fargo. Executive Dean Joyce […]
Students rise to the mock job interview challenge.
In today’s tough job market, well-honed interview skills can make the difference between winning and losing that big job opportunity. The Résumé and Interview Skill Enhancement (RISE) experiential interviewing and résumé critique program is designed to give College of Business Administration students and alumni a competitive edge when it comes to the job interview process. […]
Putting “success” into succession planning for family businesses.
Family owned and operated MIC Food Company shares similarities with other thriving family businesses in Miami. Founded in 1987 by patriarch Alfredo Lardizabal Sr., MIC Food found a niche market and serves it well, creating jobs and opportunities. The second generation is an integral part of the management of this company which provides the food […]