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About Us
Founded in 1994, the Weissman Center for International Business is designed to enable Baruch College to respond to the global economy with programs appropriate to a preeminent school of business. Guided by an advisory council of distinguished executives, the Center’s activities enrich Baruch Student’s preparation for careers in global work-place by building bridges between the worlds of academia and international business.
The Center is named for George Weissman (‘39), former Chairman of the Board of Philip Morris and the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.
The Weissman Center for International Business sponsors numerous programs,
conferences, and forums for students, faculty, and business professionals that enrich understanding of critical issues in international business and the global economy.
Activities and Programs
- International Business Internships with firms in the New York metropolitan area.
- Study Abroad programs for Baruch students.
- Global Student Certificate program is an inter-disciplinary, co-curricular program for undergraduate students aspiring to become leaders in their fields.
- International Trade Operations and Procedures Certificate Program, designed to provide practitioners with a competitive advantage in the many industries involved in the import/export business.
- Mitsui & Co. (USA) Lunchtime-Forums featuring experts who debate current issues in international business.
- NYCdata, a comprehensive compilation of information about all aspects of New York City.
- International Business Alumni, an association of graduates of Baruch who have a professional interest in international business.
Global Market Breakfasts that introduce executives, investors and professionals to key emerging markets and issues.
Publication of the Official Directory of international firms and executives in New York City.
- Scholarships for graduate and undergraduate study in international business and international marketing and for study abroad and internships overseas.
For more information on the Center's programs and activities throughout the semester, check out the Spring 2007 edition of the Weissman Center for International Business newsletter World-Wise.
How to contact us:
Weissman Center for International Business137 E. 25th
8th Floor
New York, NY 10010
Tel: (646) 312-2070
Fax: (646) 312-2071
Email: weissman_center@baruch.cuny.edu