Our mission keeps us at the vanguard of administrating and facilitating academic and
professional opportunities for the Latin American community; opportunities that make
their insertion in a globalized world easier in such a way that will place them in
a continuous process of professional evolution, generating new skills and capabilities
within a holistic, practical, and applicable context. Our experience is based in the
quality of the programs the College of Business offers and the sound qualifications
of its staff.

 

With a comprehensive portfolio of activities, working side-by-side with top business
executives and community leaders, the participants in the Capacity Building and Training
Development Program will develop a new and rejuvenated spirit of interdependence through
a broad array of experiences that enable them to pursue an applicable educational
experience and professional development.

 

The vision of our training programs embraces a multidimensional approach to sustainable
business and socio-economic development. In our training programs applicants will
undergo several seminars, workshops, roundtables and specialized activities.

 

The College of Business Latin American Business and Development Initiative works in
conjunction and in support of regional, national and international organizations as
well as with many different university departments and colleges, including the Division
of Continuing Education and Special Activities and the Institute for Global and Domestic
Development. Our training programs will be conducted by specialized leaders in each
area.

 

Our programs, activities and non-credit seminars are offered regularly at least twice
a year. Different disciplines and technical areas are offered. All class of professionals,
students, and people in general are welcome. We normally publicize our seminars or
activities many months in advance, be it directly or through the organizing entity
in the country we are working with. The average length of our seminars is between
four to six days. Prestigious international organizations intervene in the logistics
and planning of our training programs, which gives them a special value and situates
them in a preferential place.

 

Every seminar, workshop, or program will be backed by the prestige of our University
and our College. Every participant will receive his/her certification after having
satisfactorily completed the program. Government agencies, universities, private enterprises,
or institutions in general are welcome to contact us and arrange a training program,
commercial mission, etc., tailored specifically to your needs.

 

The Latin American Business and Development Initiative and its professional training
programs represent a collaborative effort involving higher education, public, and
private sector groups that seek sustainable economic development and social responsibility.

 

Benefits and characteristics of our programs include:

• A multidisciplinary focus and Holistic orientation

• Facilitates and improves international business competitiveness focusing on Latin
  America

• Hands-on interactive sessions

• Programs and activities conducted in Spanish and English

• The length of the program in residence (one week) allows participants to receive maximum
  educational effectiveness and minimum job interference

• Seminars and workshops use Internet and video conference delivery

• Small class size encourages participants to engage in meaningful interaction

• Expert and well-known speakers

• Business and government leaders from both the public and private sector meet and learn
  in a dynamic educational environment that focuses on interactive tutorials, learning
  from real world problem solving, and benefiting from the networking process that is
  an integral part of the program.

 

The following are a sample (but not limited to) of the subjects we offer in our seminars,
workshops, and professional training programs:

 

Global Leadership and Management

Leadership in today’s world requires understanding of globalization and understanding
of basic principles of management of organizations. This program examines the nature,
consequences, promotion and resistance of globalization and administration techniques.
Some of the aspects to consider in this program are: cultural diversity, economic
and political environment, social development, management, and much more.

 

Management and Leadership in Education

The Program of Management and Leadership in Education is designed to facilitate and
improve educational opportunities to educators, educational administrators, and general
public under the motto of “Better Education for Our Young.” The program offers participants
a comprehensive schedule that includes occasions to meet and interact with leaders
in Louisiana’s education system and government officials from the academic sector.
Participants will benefit from their practical experiences and activities, as well
as from the unique nature of instruction in the program.

During the program, participants will examine several topics of particular interest
including: Curriculum and Instruction, Cross-cultural Aspects and Diversity in Education;
The Role of the Student Counselor; Planning and Assessment of Schools; Conflict Resolutions
in Education; Administration; Sociological and Philological Aspect Impacting Today’s
Education; Technology in the Classroom; and The Role of Bilingual Education.

Micro-Enterprises and Entrepreneurship

This seminar examines the role of SME’s in economic and social development. Concepts
and structural components of entrepreneurship are analyzed. The role of governmental
and non- governmental organizations and the private sector at the national and international
level are considered.

International Seminar in Communication, Marketing and Journalism

This seminar explores the role of mass communication under different aspects, as well as the relation
of marketing and management strategies in communication, Internet in communication,
general principles on how to use Internet as a communication tool, management of organizations,
entrepreneurship, organizational behaviors, institutional and corporate communication,
Public relations in communication, Commercial communication, the process of writing
to the mass media, broadcasting, TV production, and much more. Successful experiences
in promoting development through effective communication systems are reviewed.

International Program in Management of Municipalities, Leadership and E-Government

Effective states and municipalities are two keys to a successful democratic system.
These sources establish the rules and processes for political, economic and cultural
stability. Additionally, they create a framework for modernization of services while
enhancing government efficiency, transparency and accuracy. Modernization of the municipal
branch and strengthening its cooperation with other governmental branches are fundamental
pillars that mark the development of democratic regions and countries. The seminar
examines topics about challenges for the local governments, leadership and administration
of resources, organizational processes in administration, application of the logical
model for local governments, management and development of municipalities: SWOT analysis,
information technology for local governments, trade agreements and commerce, and plans
for social development, international cooperation, and understanding the financial
processes for local projects.