CIBU has been providing top notch education for sometime now and we’ve decided to start spotlighting one alumni per month showing where they are now and how CIBU helped them get there.

Want to see other student profiles? Visit the Student Profiles section.

Name: Stéphane Kisaka

What year did you graduate from CIBU, and what degree or certificate did you earn? 

I graduated last year in 2012 from the Bachelor Degree program in International Management at CIBU.

What country are you from, and where are you now?

I am from France, and right now, I am pursuing an MBA in international management in Lille, France and I will finish it between Paris and New York next year.
The goal is to get a double degree from my French university ISEG Business School in partnership with the St’Johns University of Manhattan, New York.

Tell us about your professional life.   Are you working? Interning? Starting your own business? Furthering your education? Traveling?   We’re eager to hear the details!  Share a link if you’d like.

Concerning my professional life, after receiving my Bachelor Degree at CIBU, I did an internship as a stock broker at BNY Mellon, (Bank Of New York Mellon) a bank specialized in asset management where I had to process transactions in a high pressure and deadline driven environment. I really thank CIBU to having brought me the different tools such as (Corporate Finance or Business Communications to have been able to find this internship)

Tell us about your personal life.   How did your experience abroad help you grow as a person?

About my personal life, I think that my experience abroad helped me a lot to grow as a person, it brought me all the keys to become a real entrepreneur as I plan to create my own company in the future specialized in communication. Moreover, this experience in San Diego also helped me with my relationships with foreigners as I was living with other international students mainly from Brazil, Saoudi Arabia, and the USA with who I am still in contact and speaking to almost every day.

It showed me that I would like to work abroad in an international environment with people from all over the world and also try to share my experience with them. This experience was even better than my previous years studing in France.

How do you think your studies at CIBU have helped you achieve your overall goals?

I think that my studies at CIBU helped me to achieve my overall goals, it helped me to realize a part of my dream which was first to study in the USA, and brought me all the elements to be able to make  my dreams come to true, aligning with my future projects such as being a global leader via an international degree and international global skills. That’s also why I love sharing my experiences with other students today.

Since my experience in San Diego, I am definitely sure that I will work abroad; it’s also the reason why I plan to go back to San Diego this summer. My studies at CIBU also have shown me the importance of learning languages when you are travelling or working abroad, indeed, I recognized that it’s also the key to improve your relationship with people.

CIBU brought me all the key elements for success and I recommend this experience to each student who would like to work abroad like me.

Any insight, wisdom, or recommendations you’d like to share  for future students?

I suggest to the future students that they believe in their dreams and try to do everything to make them true, this experience at CIBU in San Diego will bring you all the elements to shape your different projects.

 OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
WELCOME TO THE CALIFORNIA INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS UNIVERSITY
(A California non-profit corporation)

While our vision is global, our focus is local.  Our students are NUMBER ONE. One of the many reasons I am proud to be part of the CIBU community is because of its long-standing commitment to diversity and especially cultural diversity.  I strongly believe that we can learn some of life’s most important lessons from each other.  The more varied the perspectives represented, the richer our education.  Our difference, whether they be the academic questions that engage us, age, economic background, gender, race, culture, to just name a few, bring an enthusiasm to our university community and help create the intellectual vitality that makes CIBU a great place to study.  We allow you to discover your potential and develop your inspiration to be an effective business leader.

CIBU’s academic and certificate programs will challenge you.  But, its rewards will lead you to a successful transition into the business world or graduate studies. Earning a degree is a substantial investment in both time and money, but it is one of the best investments you can make in yourself and your future.

We provide small, interactive classes with highly qualified, cutting edge professors with real-world experience.  Their dedication to the mission of the university and their focus on the needs of students provide that special ingredient which is distinctive of CIBU.  You will be able to secure the knowledge, skills and confidence to attain the goals you deserve.

Since our founding, we have aspired to provide an outstanding education to a diverse student population.  Over these years we have had students from over eighty different countries receive their diploma from CIBU.  In the first years of the university, I had the occasion to teach a law class to 16 students.  The real significance though, is that they were from fifteen different countries.  We are truly an international business university.

I am honored to belong to an academic community that historically has embraced diversity and is as committed today to this ideal as it was during its infancy.  I invite you to consider your studies at CIBU and participate in our ongoing efforts to promote an appreciation of and openness to the viewpoints and contributions of others. I welcome you to become a partner in this legacy of success and achievement.

Please visit our website at:  www.cibu.edu

We look forward to accompanying you on your educational journey.

PHILLIP R. BABB
Attorney at Law
President

By: Mike Cummings

CIBU has been providing top notch education for sometime now, so we’re spotlighting one alumni per month showing where they are now and how CIBU helped them get there.

Want to see other student profiles? Visit the Student Profiles section.

Originally from Tahiti, Stephanie Burcegol graduated from CIBU’s Masters of Business program in 2009.  Wanting to stay in the US, she moved to Provo, Utah soon after graduation and began working in a company of over 4,000 employees.  Due to company restructuring, Stephanie began the search for new opportunities.  She wanted to remain in the States, but didn’t have an outlet to do so.  After researching the situation, Stephanie was afforded an opportunity to open a café in the Little Italy neighborhood of San Diego in 2011.

Breakfast at Stephanie’s (www.breakfastatstephanies.net), located at 1501 India Street, was no cakewalk to open.  She was, however, fortunate to have the previous owner advise and counsel her about the various permits needed because, in her words, she “had no idea how to run a restaurant.”  Stephanie also had difficulties elsewhere with health code authorizations and the overwhelming responsibility of hiring employees.  Considering the excess of permits and approvals one must obtain to establish a restaurant, Stephanie’s belief that “the first year is hell” seems to be trustworthy. In summary of this difficult time, Stephanie contends “when you are a woman, young, and a foreigner, no one takes you seriously.”  After battling through this stereotype, Stephanie now finds herself in January of 2013 as having a successful business.

Stephanie applied the education she obtained through CIBU’s master of business program to her café.  While attending CIBU, Stephanie learned about different ways to market her business.  To date, Stephanie has implemented a company website, hires people to pass out coupons, and also advertises on dealcurrent.com.

Though it sounds easy, for her café to be successful, Stephanie believes that “just by being open [in accordance with the café’s hours] and knowing your customers” are important keys.   As well, flexibility is a personal quality that Stephanie possesses to increase success.  Here, Stephanie maintains that flexibility is important because “as the owner you have to be able to change your plans; often and quickly.”  When asked of her expectations for the future of her café, Stephanie would like to open another location eventually.    Lastly, when I asked Stephanie what advice she could share with future entrepreneurs, she offered some advice that putting in 110%, continued flexibility, and never giving up are most important for future entrepreneurs.

At CIBU we have students from all over the world, our most valued characteristic is our students and the elements which make them so diverse adding to the total environment of our institution. To view other CIBU student profiles visit the student profiles section of our website.

[Photo of CIBU students at Susi's Farm, photo by John Cheng]

Where are you from?

I am from Seoul, Korea. Eight years ago I move to the Eastbay, near San Francisco, but I’ve been living in San Diego for a year and a half.

What do you like most about San Diego?

I love the beaches and all the different kind of activities there are to do. San Diego has many beaches, but there are mountains also so I can enjoy various activities with diverse people.

What are your hobbies?

I love sports like swimming, skiing, snowboarding, surfing, kayaking, beach volleyball, biking, hiking, etc, and social networking with people who are from all around the world.

What degree are you working on and what is your major?

I’m currently an MBA student at CIBU. Actually, I majored in Early Childhood Education at San Francisco State University, but I switched to Business because I wanted to be able to understand business all around the world , in case of becoming a business owner someday.

How did you hear about CIBU?

I was attending a different school for TEFL certificate, and one of my classmates told me about MBA programs in San Diego area because I was looking for a higher level program with various benefits for my future. So I goolged to find a small and great customized program. Then, I saw CIBU and its program. CIBU is small, but has a high quality customized program for each individual, affordable tuition and great location. It was perfect for me.

What do you want to do when you are done with school?

I am currently doing my internship at CIBU, and then I will continue to work at CIBU after finishing my degree. I will be done by the end of 2012.

What do you miss most about home?

I think that everyone will have the same answer as me – family!! I especially miss my two little baby nieces. I also miss my friends.

What do you like most about CIBU?

CIBU offers a quality customized program for individuals, and great instructors. All the instructors are really professionals, and have lots of hands on experiences, which helps students to learn and improve accurately and effectively their business skills.

What’s your favorite food, musician, and actor?

My favorite food: Korean BBQ and all kind of seafood like fish taco, lobster, shrimp alfredo pasta, and so on.

Musicians: Psy, JLo, LMFAO, Rihanna, Maroon5, Flo Rida, 2tac, 50cents, Nicki Minaj, Usher, Pink and Phillip Phillips

Actors: Robert Downey, Jr., Angelina Jolie, Jason Statham, Daniel Craig, Hugh Jackman, Eva Mendes and Scalett Johansson

University Outreach

College of Life Long Learning supports a collective of public programs designed to improve the region’s economy through entrepreneurial development, research, and information exchange. For example, organizations like Sejong Institute of Language and Culture promote healthy commerce and community by inviting diverse groups to share their visions. By inspiring ideas, encouraging action and providing resources, College of Life Long Learning’s public programs have enhanced San Diego’s economic opportunities.

Valuable public programs promoting commerce in our community.

Yoon Jeong Amelia Kim comes from a well-educated family in Seoul, South Korea (Republic of Korea).  Seoul is the capital of South Korea and is known for its combination of history and modern culture.

After seeing a posting on her university website for “Business Communications” at California International Business University in San Diego California, Yoon Jeong decided to strengthen her “Global Eyes.”

Right away, Yoon Jeong knew that she had made the right decision.  Once she started classes at CIBU she felt comfortable.  Yoon Jeong liked that the instructors she had were passionate and helped students with personalized instruction.  For example, she got helpful advice from her instructor when working on a resume development assignment.  Weeks later, she used the resume to find in internship at a successful employer in San Diego.

The Business Communication course also helped Yoon Jeong with her cultural transition, “If I would not have taken the course, I would not have been able to adapt well.”  More specifically, she credits CIBU with helping her interact with Americans.  Furthermore, Yoon Jeong is living with American roommates whom she gets along with well.

Although Yoon Jeong continues to work in event planning in San Diego she plans on leveraging her education into a once in a lifetime opportunity; her dream is to be an event manager in the 2018 Winter Olympics in  Pyeongchang, South Korea.

Yoon Jeong’s advice for students in the College of Life-Long Learning: “Mingle with the San Diego Community, meet people.”

“California International Business University is absolutely a stepping stone,” she said, “providing a solid set of tools to use in the future.”

CIBU graduate students studying Organizational Development and Culture visited the U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Station in San Diego learned about their mission and day-to-day operations May 24, 2012.

Professor Forsythe and her students got an up close look at Coast Guard helicopters and patrol boats.

To view more pictures from CIBU’s field trip to the U.S. Coast Guard visit our facebook page

At CIBU we have students from all over the world, our most valued characteristics is our students and the elements which make them so diverse adding to the total environment of our institution.

Demian is one of CIBU’s students from Germany. Read to discover what he plans to do when he is done with school at CIBU and what he likes most about San Diego. If you would like to see other student profiles please visit the Student Profiles section by clicking the link.

Where are you from?

I was born in Venezuela, but for 10 years I lived in Heidelberg which is in beautiful south Germany.

What do you like most about San Diego?

Definitely the weather, my new close friendships, the serenity and positivity of the people around here, and of course the American food.

What are your hobbies?

One of my hobbies is enjoying the beach and the sun! Since me and my friends live very close to the beach, we try almost every day to improve our volleyball skills at South Mission Beach.

What degree are you working on and what is your major?

I just finished my MBA at CIBU this summer. Before coming to San Diego, I studied International Business Management (BA) in Heidelberg in Spanish and English.

How did you hear about CIBU?

I was looking for a university offering an MBA program abroad. I initially asked my former university if there were any partner universities abroad. They gave me a list including CIBU in San Diego. After I found out that many of my former class mates also studied at CIBU and how great “Sun Diego” is, I definitely made my decision!

What do you want to do when you are done with school?

I already signed an employment contract for an M&A consultancy in Germany before I came to CIBU. As soon as I’m back, I’ll need to plan my move and find the right apartment.

What do you miss most about home?

Well, besides my family and friends, I really miss the German food, the Autobahn and European soccer, or as we call it football.

What do you like most about CIBU?

I really enjoyed the experience of working closely with the instructors at CIBU. I was able to independently apply the theories from case studies we reviewed and practice giving presentations. I really felt like the professors cared about students and took their time to give detailed feedback about the work we did.

What’s your favorite food, musician, and actor?

My favorite food I really love Mediterranean, Asian and typical German food, and after one year in San Diego I will definitely minimize my fast food consumption in the future.

Musicians: Justice, The Bloody Beetroots, Röyksopp, Steve Aoki, Jay Z, Drake, etc.

Actors: Robert Downey Jr., John Travolta, Christian Bale.

At CIBU we have students from all over the world, our most valued characteristic is our students and the elements which make them so diverse adding to the total environment of our institution.

Orcun is one of CIBU’s students from Turkey. Read to discover what he plans to do when he is done with school at CIBU and what he likes most about San Diego. If you would like to see other studcent profiles please visit the Student Profiles section by clicking the link.

Where are you from?

I am from Istanbul, Turkey. I have been living in San Diego for 3 years already.

What do you like most about San Diego?

Well, I love everything about San Diego. It has a great variety of. things to do. Are you looking for fun ? There are lots of things to do! If looking for nature, there is plenty of it. Did you say cultural and social activities? You can find many.

What are your hobbies?

I enjoy the beach, playing volleyball, soccer, watching movies and reading.

What degree are you working on and what is your major?

I am currently enrolled in the MBA program at CIBU. I Also hold a bachelors degree inLabor Economics and Industrial Relations from Marmara University, Istanbul.

How did you hear about CIBU?

One of my business contacts from San Diego who knew about CIBU told me about the school and its growing reputation. Also my friends, who recently graduated, recommended the MBA program.

What do you want to do when you are done with school?

I am planning to get OPT and join the business life in the US. I Am also a Business Development and Marketing Professional, so will go on with improving my career in this area.

What do you miss most about home?

Of course my family and friends. Also, I miss the great atmosphere, view and smell of Istanbul Bosphorus (Istanbul Strait).

What do you like most about CIBU?

The instructors are great. They are not only concerned about giving academic information, but also great tips on how to use that information in business life. That is a great concept for students to improve their business skills.

What’s your favorite food, musician, and actor?

My favorite food: Turkish for sure! Also Asian and Italian cuisines are my other favorite.

Musicians: Slash, Ozzy Osbourne, AC/DC, Zakk Wylde… Rock on!

Actors: Charlie Sheen, Robert Downey, Jr., Sylvester Stallone, Harrison Ford, Ray Stevenson…

At CIBU we have students from all over the world, our most valued characteristic is our students and the elements which make them so diverse adding to the total environment of our institution. To view other CIBU student profiles visit the student profiles section of our website. 

Vanessa is one of CIBU’s TESOL students from Nantou, Taiwan, her major is Applied English at National Chin-Yi University. One of Vanessa’s many accomplishments and skills is her success with her musical abilities. She started playing a few years ago when she started going to college and found people to play music with. Some of her main influences are Taylor Swift, Avril Lavigne, and Beyonce. She has performed in public many times including a performance for CIBU students at this year’s summer welcome party and she also made it through three stages of Super Idol,  the Taiwanese version of American Idol. Vanessa wanted to see what the judges though of her vocal and guitar skills to see how far she had progressed with her skills.

Vanessa has been exploring San Diego and taking in all of its many offerings in the last month. She really enjoys being outside in the fresh air as she commented some of her favorite places in southern California so far are Coronado Island, Disney Land, and Balboa park. As far as new cuisine she has tried in San Diego Vanessa really enjoys Mexican, American, and Italian food. One thing Vanessa has done to become more familiar with American culture and improve her English is watching movies and TV shows trying to imitate the accents. Vanessa hopes to teach in other countries after she finishes up her TESOL certificate program. To read more about Vanessa and the things she likes about CIBU keep reading.

Here are a few songs performed by Vanessa at the CIBU Summer Welcome Party:

Some more questions Q & A from Vanessa:

Where are you from?
I’m from Nantou, Taiwan. I’ve stayed here for a month so far.

What do you like most about San Diego?
Beautiful nature is well presented here. I breathe in fresh air every single day. In addition, I’ve tasted a lot of food here, including Mexican, Italian, and American food. It’s really amazing that I can experience three cultures at the same time.

What are your hobbies?
I love playing music instruments (guitar, piano), singing, and write songs. I also enjoy reading novels.

What degree are you working on and what is your major?
I’m actually working on the TESOL Program. The most I need is experience from practicum which CIBU provides me a lot. My major in Taiwan, National Chin-Yi University, is Applied English.

How did you hear about CIBU?
The first I heard about CIBU was from the information that the Office of International Affairs of my college offered.
What do you want to do when you are done with school?
I’ll return to college in Taiwan and finish my senior year. And I might begin the preparation of applying a graduate school.

What do you miss most about home?
Although the life I spend here is pretty good and I fit quite well, I do miss my friends and family. Especially during summer vacation, all of my old friends are hanging out but I can’t.

What do you like most about CIBU?
CIBU is almost like a big family that people are getting along with one another. The professors not only teach us the knowledge from textbooks, but let us learn from practicum. On the other hand, we’re able to meet with international students and get a chance to exchange cultures and life experience.

What’s your favorite food, musician, and actor?

My favorite food: Dessert is my favorite. Besides, I love some of the Taiwanese dishes, but in fact, I enjoy exotic food a lot. Macaroni and Mexican food are ones of my favorite.

Musicians: I love all kinds of music. (ex. Avril Lavigne, Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Christina Aguilera, Black Eye Peas, Paramore…)

Actors: Kiera Kightly, Johnny Depp, Alex Pettyfer, Amanda Seyfried

I always knew that San Diego is an awesome place to live, study and network. But the best city to start a business? Many people that think about starting a business think of California, more precisely: Silicon Valley. But San Diego? Please see what made us the best place to launch a startup in 2014 according to Tom Post from Forbes Magazine:

The Radius database analyzes billions of data points about businesses in the U.S. each day, and from those data we can deduce unique insights about the communities that are most advantageous to small business owners. Based on our analysis of over 27 million U.S. businesses, we believe the next generation of small business owners will flock to cities not because of growing job rates and income levels, but because of community engagement and access to resources.

Thanks to the convergence of economic conditions and consumer trends, we are on the verge of revitalized small business communities across the country. To determine which U.S. cities are the most welcoming to small business owners who want to put down roots this year, we have developed a unique set of criteria based on data available within Radius.

To generate this list, we evaluated the 50most populous cities in the U.S. on a number of criteria we have found to evince community engagement and availability of relevant resources:

1. Small businesses as a percentage of total businesses. Cities that boast the highest relative concentration are more likely to offer access to resources that benefit small businesses than those that don’t.

2. Percentage of small businesses that accept credit cards. Such businesses are more likely to stay abreast of new technology—and more likely to earn higher revenues. A 2012 GoPayment survey estimated that small businesses that don’t accept plastic miss out on $100 billion in sales annually; those that do accept credit cards are likely to process more transactions and close more sales than those that do not.

3. Percentage of small businesses in high growth industries. The national economies with the highest median family incomes correlate closely with the nation’s fastest growing industries. Industry growth can predict housing, income, and population booms, and where cities grow, their businesses reap the benefits—a benefit even to startups in businesses outside the key industries. We awarded special weight to cities with high concentrations of businesses in computer software and services as it’s the second most trusted institution–just behind small businesses–according to Pew Research, has grown consistently over a number years, and has been linked to overall community job growth. (According to Sageworks, those fastest growing industries of privately held companies are: support activities for mining; oilseed and grain farming; beverage manufacturing; agriculture, construction and mining machinery manufacturing; other crop farming; computer systems design and related services; offices of real estate agents and brokers; chemical and allied products merchant wholesalers/distributors; personal and household goods repair and maintenance; and employment services.)

4. Percentage of small businesses with Facebook pages and websites. It turns out that Internet-savvy businesses are likely to grow faster than those that don’t, and are also more likely to advertise online. Radius research also found that small businesses that stay active online receive more favorable feedback from customers. Web presence indicates adaptability and likelihood to innovate—creating a network effect for communities dedicated to growth and positive change.

Based on these criteria, here are our rankings of the best places to launch a new business this year:.

1. San Diego

2. Denver

3. Austin, TX

4. Seattle

5. Portland, OR

6. San Francisco

7. Dallas, TX

8. Boston

9. New York City

10. Chicago

11. Las Vegas

12. San Jose, CA

Copyright ©2014 Forbes LLC. 60 Fifth Avenue, New York, N.Y., 10011 U.S.A

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California International Business University (CIBU) has responded to a worldwide call to put social responsibility, ethics and sustainability at the top of the agenda for training future business leaders by becoming a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact-backed initiative the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME).

Launched under the leadership of UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon in 2007, PRME demands more socially responsible business research and thought leadership as businesses face up to the complex challenges of the global economy in the 21st century.

The university’s participation is a commitment to ensure that the PRME principles are central to our teaching, learning, and research.

CIBU’s participation in PRME demonstrates its long term mission to deliver economic and social benefits in San Diego and across the world, and by adopting the Principles, CIBU has pledged to engage in a continuous process of improvement with regard to their application, to share information on progress regularly and to contribute to the learning experience of academic institutions participating in the PRME initiative worldwide.

Dear Cathy,

We are so happy for you and congratulations on your position with KEPCO. We feel honored that we could be a part of your success, and appreciate you letting us know!

Hello!

I’m Cathy who had studied in CIBU as an exchange student for 2012 fall semester from Chung Buk national University, Korea.
( Korean name is Hyun Jeong Kim)
I wonder you can remember me because it’s been a long time since 2012.
Now I’m interning in KEPCO ( Korea Electric Power Corporation which is a public enterprise dealing with electricity and energy ) in Customer management department.

While studying in CIBU, I could learn many things about business administration.
In order to prepare interviews as a job seeker, it was useful !
I didn’t expect anything it would be helpful and useful for an internship and my future.
So, I wanted to thank everyone including you and professor Julie and Ms. Heckler
Anyway, Thank you so much !

Also, I miss San Diego so much!!!!!!! Beautiful weather, nice people, exotic landscape etc.
One of the best memories is the experience in San Diego.
Say hello to everyone and take care !

Check out the pictures of CIBU’s participation in last weeks Euro Mixer event at the Frida Kahlo exposition in Point Loma!
Students mingled and networked with professionals from Germany, France, Sweden, Finland, and the European Commission.

What Is Explore CIBU?

May 7, 2014—3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Explore CIBU Open House is a free campus event featuring an information fair, academic program workshops, tours and open houses. This is a great opportunity for future students to explore what life is like as a CIBU student.

We also invite all CIBU alumni back to campus to reconnect with favorite programs and faculty, enjoy light refreshments, visit the Student Affairs Office, and explore campus to see what has changed.

In addition to activities for prospective students and alumni, there is a Social Media Workshop open to all ages.

Now is the time to earn your degree. Our CIBU Scholarship Reward Program can help make your dream of a better future a reality.

At California International Business University we are dedicated to providing an education that helps you to succeed in your career. We encourage you to pursue scholarships as a way of helping you to finance your education.

CIBU Scholarship Reward Program

CIBU is awarding twenty scholarships to career focused and success driven bachelor, masters, and doctoral students.  Apply online before the summer quarter to be considered for one of the twenty awards:

(20) Scholarship worth $5,000 for degree students who enroll for the summer quarter.

Eligibility

• Students must pay the total net tuition fee in full prior to enrollment
• Must be a first-time CIBU student
• Meet admissions requirements:

• Application Form ( Completed and signed)
• College/University Official Transcripts in English
• Application Fee
• Proof of English Proficiency , if applicable
  • TOEFL (iBT) – Undergraduate 65; Graduates 79
  • IELTS – Undergraduate 6.0; Graduates 6.0
  • TOEIC – Undergraduate 550; Graduates 750
  • Previous education in English
  • Interview
• Proof of Financial Responsibility Bank Letter/Statement
• Proof of Health Insurance

Award

If eligible, the recipient will receive one of the twenty available scholarships for CIBU’s summer quarter.  If a student elects to pay by the quarter, he/she shall not qualify for the scholarship.  Students may only apply once, and awards are not eligible for renewal.  Any student who withdraws, or changes to an ineligible program of study, automatically forfeits scholarship funds.  Scholarship does not cover books and additional fees.

Contact us today.  Our Director of Admissions and Registrar will walk you through the details of this scholarship program and explain the potential savings you can earn in your degree program.

At CIBU we have students from all over the world, our most valued characteristics is our students and the elements which make them so diverse adding to the total environment of our institution.

Demian is one of CIBU’s students from Germany. Read to discover what he plans to do when he is done with school at CIBU and what he likes most about San Diego. If you would like to see other student profiles please visit the Student Profiles section by clicking the link.

Where are you from?

I was born in Venezuela, but for 10 years I lived in Heidelberg which is in beautiful south Germany.

What do you like most about San Diego?

Definitely the weather, my new close friendships, the serenity and positivity of the people around here, and of course the American food.

What are your hobbies?

One of my hobbies is enjoying the beach and the sun! Since me and my friends live very close to the beach, we try almost every day to improve our volleyball skills at South Mission Beach.

What degree are you working on and what is your major?

I just finished my MBA at CIBU this summer. Before coming to San Diego, I studied International Business Management (BA) in Heidelberg in Spanish and English.

How did you hear about CIBU?

I was looking for a university offering an MBA program abroad. I initially asked my former university if there were any partner universities abroad. They gave me a list including CIBU in San Diego. After I found out that many of my former class mates also studied at CIBU and how great “Sun Diego” is, I definitely made my decision!

What do you want to do when you are done with school?

I already signed an employment contract for an M&A consultancy in Germany before I came to CIBU. As soon as I’m back, I’ll need to plan my move and find the right apartment.

What do you miss most about home?

Well, besides my family and friends, I really miss the German food, the Autobahn and European soccer, or as we call it football.

What do you like most about CIBU?

I really enjoyed the experience of working closely with the instructors at CIBU. I was able to independently apply the theories from case studies we reviewed and practice giving presentations. I really felt like the professors cared about students and took their time to give detailed feedback about the work we did.

What’s your favorite food, musician, and actor?

My favorite food I really love Mediterranean, Asian and typical German food, and after one year in San Diego I will definitely minimize my fast food consumption in the future.

Musicians: Justice, The Bloody Beetroots, Röyksopp, Steve Aoki, Jay Z, Drake, etc.

Actors: Robert Downey Jr., John Travolta, Christian Bale.

CIBU’s Hospitality and Tourism Management Certificate (HTM) is designed for international students planning a career in the hospitality and tourism industry.

Hospitality and Tourism is San Diego’s third largest industry, which CIBU benefits from and will pass on its expertise to its students. CIBU’s HTM Certificate provides a strong business foundation and a real understanding of industry complexities and demands. CIBU produces new hospitality and tourism leaders poised for successful global connections from this strategic Pacific Rim location.

Program Highlights:

• Business Practices
  Learn American business and hospitality practices.

• Guest Speakers
  Guest speakers and visits to local businesses.

• Hands-on Experience
  Experience business meetings, conventions, and event planning.

• Practical Training
  Trains new leaders in this growing field.

• Tourism Impact
  This certificate examines the economic, environmental, and social impact of the hospitality and tourism industry.

Curricular Practical Training
Students successfully completing Certificate programs for three consecutive quarters may be eligible for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) to work in the U.S.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 08, 2014

 CALIFORNIA INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS UNIVERSITY

Celebrates 20 Years: Initiates “20/20 Vision Plan”

SAN DIEGO, (July 04, 2014) – National media have recently focused on San Diego, Forbes ranked our city ‘best in the nation to start a new business,’ and, San Diego has also been rated one of the best places for Millennials to live. With San Diego’s increasingly diversified business base and global trade focus, it is essential for our business, educational and governmental communities and institutions to build a support base to capitalize on these opportunities to sustain economic growth.

Founded in 1995, the California International Business University (CIBU) is focusing growth and development of lead staff, professors, curricula and student recruitment to support San Diego’s global business ecosystem. CIBU offers undergraduate, graduate and DBA programs to students from the United States and currently 16 other countries. The University focuses on business, management, marketing, finance and entrepreneurship, blending theory-based curricula with practical industry experiences, inspiring academic outreach and engaging in-class lectures.

 Leading the “20/20 Vision Plan” at CIBU

New leadership and global investment are enabling the institution to expand domestic and global capstone programs in entrepreneurship, global trade and hospitality.  Returning to CIBU as Academic Dean is Dr. William Howe. Dr. Howe has 27 years experience as a professor and administrator. Other positions have included Director of the LEAD Center at UCSD, Director of the Center for Leadership at National University and professor of Leadership Studies at the University of San Diego and the University of Richmond, VA. His principal focus as an administrator and professor has been leadership studies, including theory/research, development/education and application/practice, all with an emphasis on “collaborative leadership” and “servant leadership.”  He joins President, Dr. Phillip Babb and Vice President, Lauren Woo.

The 20 / 20 Vision Plan at CIBU is founded upon collaboration, transparency, shared decision making and accessibility among all stakeholders in the institution from staff and professors to students and alumni. As CIBU prepares its students for global leadership, it will focus on a combination of theory/research, education/development, practice/application and dispersed/shared leadership. To learn more about CIBU please visit our website www.cibu.edu. Our staff and professors are also working professionals who are available for interview and referral.

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