Student International Business Council
Learning how to lead through peace and commerce.
The Student International Business Council (SIBC) is a privately endowed, student-led organization dedicated to peace through commerce. Focused on leadership, international business and responsible business conduct, the long-term goal of the council is for you to develop into a business professional who plays a fundamental role in peace around the world. SIBC completes several projects every year in collaboration with business leaders in the San Diego area and other parts of the world, giving you real world experience using commerce to facilitate positive change. Through the SIBC, you also have the opportunity to travel outside of the United States to attend leadership conferences and complete internships.
Join the SIBC
Become part of a growing movement to impact peace and prosperity.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, May 21, 2022 // 10 a.m.Middlesex Fells Reservation | 4 Woodland Road Stoneham, MA 02180
Simple Truths of Leadership with Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley (in-person event)
Monday, May 23, 2022 // 7:30 a.m.University Club atop Symphony Towers in San Diego
Master's in Real Estate Virtual Information Session
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 // 12 p.m.Zoom
Graduate Student (CAS, SON, Kroc School, KSB, SMSE) Mass
Friday, May 27, 2022 // 3:30 p.m.Founders Chapel
Our Founder
The "Knauss School of Business at the University of San Diego" is one of only three universities in the nation with a privately endowed student-run Student International Business Council (SIBC). The mission of the SIBC is to empower students through the ethical advancement of international commerce by developing leadership, entrepreneurial ability and global interaction.
The SIBC was founded at the University of Notre Dame in 1989 with the help of businessman and philanthropist Frank Potenziani. His long-term goal for the council is to develop individuals who will go on to play a fundamental role in peace around the world.
In 2002, Potenziani expanded the SIBC to the University of San Diego and Benedictine College in Kansas City, Missouri. He has since generously endowed the student-run organization at USD with a $1.1 million dollar endowment. Potenziani, and his associates meet frequently with students to provide ongoing counsel and mentorship to all three organizations, and the three sister councils enjoy collaboration on joint projects and networking opportunities throughout the year.