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 last year. It was the only graduate program in Florida to appear in the list’s upper echelon. “We are delighted that the […]
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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, CFOs, or board members from other companies who want to hear about what controls are in place at our company,” he […]
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 commitments such as marriage and families?” “When is the right time for me to get my education?” “What can I […]
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 and roofs at all. It was exactly that level of need that a dedicated group of the college’s students sought to […]
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 real estate professionals for a night of high-level networking. REAAC is an affinity group of the college’s Business Alumni […]
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 delivering the presentation he and his team had made to raise money for their company in 2002. This time, […]
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 lawn was alive with activities, music—this year provided by Breaking Tides, a local band—other performances; international cuisine, and members of all […]
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 American officials—about the Chilean model that revolutionized the state pension system and created personal retirement accounts (PRAs). Recently, he galvanized two […]
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 included university President Modesto A. Maidique. Dr. Birch, formerly an MIT senior research scientist and the first winner, in 1996, […]
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 ARC (Association for Retarded Citizens of South Florida), they weren’t sure they’d reach their goal. “It seemed like it could […]