Center for International Business StudiesRonald Hernandez2023-12-15T20:34:48-06:00
The Center for International Business Studies (CIBS) develops future global leaders at Mays Business School through transformative academic, research, and outreach programs on campus and abroad. By instilling the global mindset, we empower our students, faculty, alumni, and community to engage and contribute to the rapidly expanding global economy.
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Center Overview
The Center for International Business Studies (CIBS) is responsible for internationalizing the business programs at Mays Business School. Within the CIBS framework, a U.S. Department of Education-designed Center for International Business Education (CIBE) has operated at Texas A&M since 1990. CIBEs are established at selected universities to improve America’s capacity for international understanding and economic enterprise by providing enhanced international business education, research, and outreach activities that help U.S. businesses compete effectively in the rapidly expanding global market.
CIBS has established variousstudent exchange and study abroad programswith universities worldwide that allow Texas A&M students and faculty to develop and share their knowledge and experiences with people from other universities, cultures, and nations.
Meet Our Team
The Center for International Business Studies (CIBS) is dedicated to the success of our students and partners. To learn about the center, our programs or become a corporate partner connect with our leaders, faculty, advisors and staff, by visiting our directory page.
CIBS offers advising for Mays undergraduate and graduate students. Advising is available to help students with education abroad programs (exchanges, faculty programs, internships, volunteer, and research) at the pre- and post-departure stages and with international business certificate inquiries.
Explore Programs
Semester Exchange
Semester Exchange is the most economical way to study abroad. Earn 12-15 credit hours and see the world! Learn more to understand the qualifications and processes for these programs.
Winter Programs
Mays Business School offers a variety of winter faculty-led programs. Students learn about global business, culture, and economic environments first-hand. Although classes are taught in a foreign location, your classmates will be Aggies and instruction is in English.
May and Spring Break Programs
Selected students enroll in a spring course for three (3) credit hours and then travel abroad for 1-2 weeks during spring break or in May. Students learn about international business, culture, and economic environments through on-campus lecture and first-hand during the field trip abroad.
Summer Programs
Mays Business School offers a variety of summer faculty-led and exchange program opportunities in a number of locations. Program requirements and application deadlines may vary.
Internships
See the world and learn about new cultures all while working a relevant internship experience! This opportunity is for students enrolled at Mays Business School.
Graduate Programs
We offer both semester and summer opportunities to students enrolled in the Mays Business School graduate programs. All the programs listed are offered in English so no foreign language is required.
Certificates
Mays offers a range of certificates courses for you to enhance your knowledge. Enhance your knowledge of an industry, field, or economy while earning your undergraduate degree.
Advisory Council
The CIBS Advisory Council was created in 1990. The Council has members, including local, state and national business executives, community college administrators and public sector officials and other professionals.
Advising
Drop-In Advising
Drop-in advising with CIBS Ambassadors is available every Monday thru Thursday from 10 am – 4 pm. If you have general questions, this is the best way to learn about program offerings.Ambassadors are current Mays students with diverse international experiences.
Advising Appointments
Students can schedule in-person and virtual advising appointments via Navigate with a CIBS staff member if they have questions about aspecific programor one of ourcertificate programs. These appointments are not for general advising. Students can schedule an appointment with the following CIBS staff:
Funding and Resources
We offer resources for our students, faculty, and the community in helping them learn and gain access to international experiences. We offer student prospectives and recommended reading. For our faculty we offer trip funding and research grant information. In our community, we offer access to a non-credit spanish class to help increase access to language courses.
Give To The Center
The Center is supported by corporate partners and former students that support students studying abroad. The annual dues paid by our corporate partners partially go towards scholarships to allow students to participate in our program with less of a financial burden.
The Center Experience
The Center for International Business Studies (CIBS) at Mays has taken on the challenge of Advancing the World’s Prosperity by encouraging students to explore the world. Watch this feature to see students expand their perspective on prosperity utilizing the global mindset.
As an expert in international business education and global economic trends, I can confidently affirm the significance of institutions like the Center for International Business Studies (CIBS) at Mays Business School. The CIBS plays a crucial role in shaping future global leaders through its transformative academic, research, and outreach programs both on campus and abroad.
The evidence of the CIBS's impact is rooted in its long-standing history, notably as a U.S. Department of Education-designated Center for International Business Education (CIBE) since 1990. Such recognition underscores the center's commitment to enhancing America's capacity for international understanding and economic enterprise. The mission to provide enhanced international business education, research, and outreach activities positions CIBS as a pivotal player in preparing individuals and businesses to compete effectively in the rapidly expanding global market.
One compelling aspect of the CIBS's work lies in its establishment of various student exchange and study abroad programs with universities worldwide. This hands-on approach allows Texas A&M students and faculty to immerse themselves in diverse cultures, share knowledge, and gain experiences crucial for navigating the complexities of the global economy. The center's dedication is further demonstrated through advising services offered for Mays undergraduate and graduate students, covering education abroad programs, international business certificates, and more.
The depth of CIBS's impact is reflected in its diverse program offerings, including semester exchanges, winter programs, May and spring break programs, summer programs, internships, graduate programs, and certificates. Each program is strategically designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of international business, culture, and economic environments, fostering a global mindset.
The involvement of the CIBS Advisory Council, consisting of business executives, community college administrators, public sector officials, and professionals, adds a layer of real-world relevance to the center's initiatives. This collaboration ensures that the programs offered align with industry needs and global economic trends.
Furthermore, the CIBS's commitment to accessibility is evident in its advising structure, featuring drop-in advising sessions and scheduled appointments with CIBS ambassadors and staff. The center also provides valuable resources, including funding opportunities, recommended reading, and even non-credit language courses, demonstrating its holistic approach to supporting students, faculty, and the community.
The financial backing from corporate partners and former students, contributing to scholarships and program support, highlights the tangible impact of the CIBS on individuals' lives and its role in advancing the world's prosperity. The center's efforts are showcased in the "Advancing the World’s Prosperity" feature, illustrating how students, through the global mindset instilled by CIBS, expand their perspectives on prosperity.
In conclusion, the Center for International Business Studies at Mays Business School stands as a testament to the crucial role educational institutions play in preparing individuals for success in the global economy. Its evidence-backed programs, advisory structure, and collaborative initiatives position it as a leader in international business education, contributing to the development of future global leaders and the advancement of worldwide prosperity.
