for future leaders of business and industry

GLOBAL VILLAGE

June 27 - August 1, 2015 Iacocca InstituteOffice of International Affairs

Lehigh UniversityBethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA

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The Global Village for Future Leaders of Business and Industry® program is a leadership development experience like no other. We believe that ethical leadershipmatters. We believe that knowledge of business and industry, skills in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the development of a powerful global network are essential tosuccess. We recognize the importance of cultural values and believe that effective leaders break down negative barriers. We believe that the Global Village is the placewhere future leaders of business and industry are created.

HE GLObAL VILLAGEfor Future Leaders of Business andIndustry® is an applied leadership,management, and cross-culturaltraining program. It is designed forexperienced young professionals and

advanced students who share the dream ofbuilding a leadership career in business andindustry, and who want to form an active andlasting global network.Through program courses, topic-specific

panels, networking sessions, company visits,consulting projects and cultural experiences,Global Village interns learn new tools and gaininsightful perspectives that are essential tobecoming successful leaders. During the inten-sive five-week program, interns find them-selves amongst a diverse group of over 100individuals, coming from more than 50

countries, representing a myriad of cultures,speaking a multitude of languages, and offer-ing unique insights based upon their ownbackground, education and experience.

The Global Village is truly unique. Theprogram requires no academic prerequisitesand delivers no traditional grades. Interns attend“learning experiences,” not “classes” and “discus-sions,” not “lectures.” Interns establish their owngoals and objectives and work with programstaff to map a customized and experience-based action plan.

TCORE AREAS• Leadership• Entrepreneurship

• Business & IndustryBest Practices

• Global Networking

• Career Path Development

• Cultural AwarenessNETWORK OF 1750 YOUNGPROFESSIONALS FROM 133 COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIESAROUND THE WORLD.

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Global Villager Interns come from many diverse backgrounds and experiences.Throughout the years, Villagers have shared their knowledge with each other andhave connected with professionals from around the globe. At the Global Village program, our participants listen to, learn from, and share the voice of experience.

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•89 interns representing 42 countries

• 48% women and 52% men

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• She is an attorney who formerly worked for the Panama Canal Authority and now works with PLAN, one of the largest children's developmentorganizations in the world.

• Born in Kyiv Ukraine, he is the Operations Manager at eBay, Inc.

• She founded her own consulting business in herhome country of Belarus, On Foot Branding Studio and was one of the organizers of the AD.NAK!, Belarusian Festival of Marketing and Advertising.

• He is a young Mexican entrepreneur who owns several successful businesses in Mexico City, Cancun and Monterrey.

• She negotiates million-dollar bank loans in Peru.• He is Vice President and Latin America

Regional Ethics Officer at Walmart Stores Inc.

• She is currently working as a Youth Program Officer at Society for International Education in her home country of Pakistan where her expertise includes exchanges and teacher-student training.

• He owns and operates an international shippingenterprise in Ghana.

• She works for the European Parliament.• He is a young Afghani lawyer who helped draft

the constitution for the newly democratic government of Afghanistan. He now holds the position of the Head of the Department of Islamic Countries with the Max Planck Institute for International Law in Germany.

• She is a young Israeli computer scientist with several patents already to her credit.

COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES

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PROGRAM COURSESGlobal Village is about exposure to some ofthe most critical topics affecting business.With more than 30 courses presented by inter-national and domestic facilitators, interns discov-er business trends and best practices found in theglobal marketplace. Courses provide necessaryskills identified by successful leaders and focus inthe areas of cultural competency, ideation, creative energy, business and industry knowl-edge, management skills, leadership skills, andnetworking trends.

EXECUTIVE VISITORSFounded in 1865, Lehigh University hasdeveloped a significant number of viable,rewarding, and long-standing partnershipswith important leaders in business and industry.During the Global Village, interns have

the opportunity to interact with more than78 regional executives who represent large

and small corporations, family-owned busi-nesses, start-up companies, and sole propri-etorships. These interactions are a key featureof the program. Each week, top level executives visit and

interact with the attendees helping to developunderstanding of business and the power of anetwork. Through round table sessions andcase studies, company tours and programwork, business trends are discussed, corporateventures analyzed and career paths defined.Knowledge is shared and new perspectives areexplored. More importantly, our attendeesdirect the conversation by asking questions,raising objections, offering alternative pointsof view and discussing the best practices oftheir respective nations.Again and again, visiting executives tell us

what a rare joy it is to have the opportunityto learn from our microcosm of the worldand to teach from their own experiences.

The experience is unique and the opportunities are abundant. By selecting courses,executive round table sessions, key company visits, a business consulting project, andpresenting one’s country, interns knowledge of business and industry will be increased,leadership and entrepreneurial skills will be strengthened, and a global network willdevelop. Learning experiences are individually customized and enhanced throughinteractions and the many cultures represented among the Global Village interns.

learn EXPERIENTIALLY

2014 PROGRAM

• 31 facilitated courses, including 9 international facilitators

• 7 local business experiences

• 6 Themed Executive Panels

• 107 companies represented

• 15 consulting projects(8 international companies)

• 14 Companies and 35 Executives in New York City and Washington, D. C.

• 43 Executive Visitors

• Community Project

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COUNTRY PRESENTATIONSBusiness persons are being challenged to operate in an increasingly complex, interde-pendent, and dynamic global world. To compete and succeed, firms must haveknowledge of the Strengths, Weaknesses,Opportunities and Threats effecting various business environments. Understanding thebusiness climate, cultural nuances, and accept-able business practices of countries around theglobe is a cornerstone of the Global Village program and provides the foundation forGlobal Village Country Presentations.Global Village participants represent their

home country by preparing a SWOT Analysison the climate and ease of doing business intheir country of representation. Interns thencollaborate with representatives from a contigu-ous country, providing insight on how businessmay be done across boundaries and borders.

A timed presentation of the findings is provided to staff and fellow interns. Evaluatedby a group of peers, interns receive feedback notonly on the content, but also on public speakingskills and the ability to deliver the correct infor-mation in a timed, comprehensive and profes-sional presentation.

bUSINESS CONSULTING PROJECTSUnder the supervision of an external client andprogram mentor, Global Village consultingteams are challenged to provide an appropriatebusiness solution for an issue or problem facedby an external client. The designs, demands anddeadlines are real. Starting with basic projectmanagement techniques, interns are immersedin the deadlines, client demands, challenges toovercome time constraints, management of cultural barriers and ultimately, to deliver a setof strongly crafted and unique recommenda-tions. For interns who strive to become seniorproject managers, or who want to develop projectmanagement skills for career growth, these projects provide the opportunity to experiencethe pressures and to reap the rewards.

COMPANY VISITSTo further enrich the Global Village learningenvironment, interns may choose to visit alocal company in lieu of attending a facilitat-ed course. Selected companies display cuttingedge best practices, new trends or the factorsthat have led to success. Both small and large companies provide lessons of success in“hands-on” environments. Business leadership

share company developments, difficulties,trends and competitive advantages whileinterns ask questions that explore insights intothe company’s growth and development. To lend to the hands on experience,

Global Village interns visit organizations inregional centers of business including NewYork City and Washington DC. A day trip toNew York includes visits to premier businessesand organizations. A multi-day trip toWashington DC provides insight into organi-zations such as the World Bank, and two, halfday trips to organizations centered in the capital of the United States.

PANELSThe Global Village provides a series of paneldiscussions focused on successful businessand entrepreneurial practices such as FamilyBusiness & Succession Planning, GlobalBusiness Leadership, and ServantLeadership. A forum where the interns andthe executives interact, discuss and debate,sessions are driven by dynamic exchanges,energy, and the interactions of the panelistswith each other.

INTERN-LED SEMINARSThe Global Village staff recognizes thatinterns need a forum to discuss global topics. Time is built into the schedule toallow for such discussions to take place.Informal group seminars are arranged sointerns may share their businesses, hobbies,or skills with peers and staff.

THE IACOCCA INSTITUTE WISHES TO THANK THE FOLLOWING BUSINESSES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES,AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS FOR THEIR PARTICIPATION IN GLOBAL VILLAGE 2014

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Increase Business and Industry Knowledge

• Develop Leadership and Entrepreneurial Skills

• Develop Cultural Awareness

• Build a Global Network

ABA International LawAimark, JapanAmercian Field Service (AFS)American Councils for InternationalEducationAOLAshland TechnologiesAspen InstituteBanco SantanderBecton, Dickinson & Co, Inc.Ben Franklin Technology CenterBIN RAROBocconi School of ManagementBP/ARCOBracalente Manufacturing GroupBridgeway AcademyBrocade FederalC. Borgomeo & Co.Capital BlueCrossCaravel Capital ManagementCastillo de TudejenCFC ConsultingCOALCA S.A.Computer Aid, Inc.Congressman Charlie DentCravath Attorneys and SolicitersCrayolaCREA Mexico

Dauti Law Firm PCDecision Making for LeadersDeeper DivesDeutsche Bank Trust Company AmericasDOMUSADorney Park & Wildwater KingdomDunavNETE.ON Ceska Republika, s.r.oELPEDISON Power, S.A.Embassy SuitesEnergiersEntrepreneurs' OrganizationEnvironmental Tectonics Corporation, ETCExcela VenturesExcent - Ultimate Life InstituteGlobal Ark Consulting, Inc.Global Consulting ServicesGoldblum & Hess Immigration LawH2M Beverages LLCHarris Sachs LLC/The JD Sachs Group,Inc.Hindle Power, Inc.Hostelling International USAIacocca FoundationJOBEL Consortium of Social CooperativesJohn FrankKeepyKilpatrick Townsend

Lehigh UniversityLehigh Valley Cops-N-KidsLehigh Valley Iron PigsLuca MeldolesiLutron Electonics Co., Inc.Magistro Law FirmMAPA GroupMaxKnowledge, Inc.mdCurrent LLCMercuri InternationalMeyer Jabara HotelsMind of the LeaderMiracle League of the Lehigh ValleyNational Creativity NetworkNational Management StrategiesNestle Waters North America, Inc.New York Stock ExchangeOrasure Technologies, Inc.P.A.R. Ltd, Business SchoolPatton Stiftung Sustainable TrustPause Foundation, SwedenPearl S. Buck InternationalPennington SchoolPentagonProEd PanamaPwCR J Foundation

Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade CenterRoyal Agricultural UniversitySAIT PolytechnicSBABSell Family FoundationSiemensSpectrum GlobalStrategere ConsultingTandem RadioThe Professional Development GroupThe World BankThink CreativeThompson GlobalThomson ReutersU.S. Department of StateUnited NationsUniversidade do Algarve - ESGHTUniversity of MaryViddlerWA China ConsultingWall Street WalksWalton Consulting, Inc.White and Williams LLPWhitehall Township Industrial andCommercial Development AuthorityYoung Scientists Association of LuxembourgZAG International, Inc.

Country Presentations 9%

GuideGroups 6%

Courses & Local Trips 9%

New York & Washington, DC 12%

Executive Visitors 9%

GV Business Consulting

Projects 33%

Seminars &Panels 10%

Program Life& Orientation 7%

Culture & Service 5%

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The Global Village provides an experience that is unique to each participant.Interns develop a set of goals and work with their personal guide to choose the curricular elements that will help them advance in their work, career and life. With so many opportunities, interns quickly learn the value of time management and decision making skills.

SCHEDULEThe five week schedule includes 6 special-ized course, 8 opportunities to meet localexecutives, 5 themed panel sessions, over 60hours of team project work, 25 country pairpresentations, several seminars, 2 culturalexchange events, negotiation simulations,service projects and visits to New York Cityand Washington, DC. With so many choicesand variables in the schedule, the experienceis rich and unique. Learning experiences arecustomized based on the courses selected, theexecutive meetings chosen, and the companyvisits attended. Each year the program intro-duces new executives, facilitators, and cours-es to the curriculum to stay in front of busi-ness trends, and to develop tested andproven skills. Lastly, team dynamics andinteractive sessions add a cross-culturalcomponent to the learning experiences.

GUIDESTo assist interns with their choices and tooptimize the Global Village experience, thecandidate manager assigns each acceptedapplicant a Guide. Chosen from the ranks ofour alumni, Guides collaborate with internsto design a unique program of custom choices

that match the intern's objectives. Focused ongoal attainment, Guides provide interns withassistance in developing short and long-termgoals, and then an action plan to achievethose goals.

CULTURAL UNDERSTANDINGLiving, working and learning together provideour interns with a microcosm of the worldduring the Global Village program. Internsrepresent various academic majors, profes-sions, countries, ages, and cultures—a tapestryof diversity. Each intern is encouraged tobring a formal national dress, as well as anec-dotes, songs, poems, and other evidence oftheir cultural heritage. Music or films abouttheir country or region on CD-ROM, audiotape, or DVD-VHS video are also welcome.The Global Village will offer many opportu-nities to share, celebrate, and understand thevalue and majestry of international diversity.

To encourage social interaction acrosscultural barriers and to enhance this multi-cultural experience, interns share a room inon-campus dormitory housing. The dormitoryprovides a family-style common kitchen, liv-ing rooms, dining areas and common area forsocial and cultural functions.

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● RICHARD M. bRANDT

Director, Iacocca Institute® and Global Village for Future Leadersof Business and Industry® program.

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GLObAL VILLAGE ON THE MOVE

PROGRAMS

Global Village on the Move programs are mobileversions of Lehigh University’s highly acclaimedGlobal Village for Future Leaders of Business andIndustry® program that offers an international expe-rience in combination with a professional level edu-cational experience. Programs provide a flavor ofthe local business culture and regional businesslandscape, in locations throughout the world. Pastprograms have been held in Italy, Peru, Spain,Australia, UAE, Malaysia, China and Russia. Futureprograms are scheduled for India, Luxembourg andCroatia. For more information, visit www.iacocca-lehigh.org and click on the GlobalVillage on the Move program page or contactTrisha Alexy, US Managing Director attsa2@lehigh.edu.

LEE IACOCCA INTERNATIONAL

INTERNSHIPS

Lehigh University’s Lee Iacocca InternationalInternship program provides robust internationalinternship opportunities for Lehigh University stu-dents. Beginning with a six to eight week, carefullymonitored and practical international work, serviceor research experience, the program provides onthe job training with a cultural immersion experi-ence. Interns are led by a foreign supervisor andengaged in a project or activity that is tied to theircareer aspirations, specific learning goals anddefined outcomes. Carefully matched through aselection process, the intern and company’s goalsare aligned to produce a positive and successfulexperience. For additional information, contactCarol Ham, Director at csh205@lehigh.edu.

Lehigh University hosts this unique learning programeach summer to educate 76 top high school stu-dents from America and around the world. The fourweek experiential program focuses on the topics ofglobal entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, cre-ativity, and doing business around the world.Students participate in core and focus courses,country presentations with international students, large and small group seminars and work-shops, and visit businesses in New York City,Harrisburg and the Lehigh Valley. One of the high-lights of the program includes PSGE student market-ing/business plan team projects with local businesspartners. To date, over 934 American and interna-tional students have participated in the PSGE pro-gram. For additional information, contact DianaShepherd, Director at dqs206@lehigh.edu.

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THE IACOCCA INSTITUTE®Jointly founded in 1988 by Lee Iacocca andLehigh University, our mission is to increasethe global competitiveness of businesses andorganizations. We are dedicated to cultivat-ing the potential of individuals by empower-ing the leaders of today and tomorrow.

LEHIGH UNIVERSITY®Lehigh University's majestic campus is con-sidered one of America's most beautiful.Founded in 1865, Lehigh is a co-educational,non-denominational, private university locat-ed a little more than an hour’s car ride fromNew York City. Its picturesque 1600-acrewooded campus is built on the side of asmall mountain in historic Bethlehem, PA,USA. Lehigh is located within a thriving eco-nomic and cultural corridor of the easternUnited States.

QUALIFICATIONSThe Iacocca Institute is looking for highlymotivated, unique and well-rounded individ-uals with a vision and a sense of mission.Academic excellence should be balanced withleadership experience. The program is conducted in English and fluency is required.

TUITION: US $7,250Tuition fees include include educationmaterials, five weeks of housing, and excur-sions to New York City and Washington, D.C.Limited partial scholarship opportunities areavailable. Travel to and from Lehigh Universityand meal expenses are NOT included in thetuition costs.

After the pilot program for the Global Village in 1997, Lee Iacocca said, “In a changing world,a first step toward leadership is taking advantage of a genuine opportunity. A second step is recognizing others that do the same.” This summer, the door to that network opens again as100 more interns will join over 1750 interns from 133 countries. The entrance is through the Iacocca Institute. Are you ready to take the first step?

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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:

Richard M. BrandtDirector, Iacocca Institute® and Director, GlobalVillage for Future Leaders of Business & Industry®(610) 758-6723/rmb4@lehigh.edu

Mary Frances Schurtz-LeonCandidate Manager(610) 758-4440/mfs2@lehigh.edu

Trisha AlexyDirector of Curriculum(610) 758-5664/tsa2@lehigh.edu

THE GLOBAL VILLAGE111 Research DriveBethlehem, PA 18015 USAvillage@lehigh.eduwww.iacocca-lehigh.org(610) 758-4440FAX: (610) 758-6550

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