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Certificate in Global Business Strategy

Developing Business Leaders with a Global Mindset

Now is the perfect time to earn a Professional Certificate from the University of San Diego.

"The seminars I have taken thus far have been a wonderful educational and professional experience. Not only have the topics expanded and stretched my knowledge and thinking, they have also allowed me to connect and network with a variety of very talented and driven professionals." -- Caitlyn Bannister, USD Alum

"I am one seminar away from completing the certificate and have had a great time participating in the seminars! They have all been very informative; stretching the realms of intellect and strategy in a global arena. In addition to applying the universal concepts and theories to my current employment, I am able to apply them to future employment as well as my personal finances. I enjoy the fact that the professors are personable, professional, and accessible. I can reach out to the professors for business ideas and/or career advice. Pursuing the Global Business Strategy certificate has been rewarding, and having it will definitely enhance my professional life." -- Jenee Clear, U.S. Customs and Border Protection

The increasing globalization of business allows for international opportunities that didn't exist a decade ago. Professionals working in the global arena must be knowledgeable in a range of competencies. To prepare the next generation of global business leaders, the Ahlers Center for International Business developed the Certificate in Global Business Strategy (GBS) to focus on new product, market and leadership topics in a global setting.

Designed specifically for the working professional, the GBS Certificate Program addresses evolving business opportunities and challenges that exist in the world today. If you are a business owner, manager, analyst, consultant, or are involved in any aspect of global commerce, the GBS Certificate will help you to:

increase your awareness of global business practices
address the cultural and political considerations that will affect your business in other regions of the world
learn new and powerful techniques that will help you more effectively plan and manage international activities
become better prepared for the challenges you will face in international negotiations and operations

A comprehensive offering of seminars are held each year, directed at those looking to conduct business internationally, or to improve global business practices currently in place. Browse the links to the left of this page to learn more about how the Certificate in Global Business Strategy is an indispensable learning tool you can use to help grow and expand your operations abroad.