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The Center for Global Business awards Chan Kim, a fifth-year Economics PhD student at the University of Maryland, for his pioneering research on U.S. firms' R&D strategies in the face of globalization. Kim's work explores the shift from research to development and its impact on innovation and competitiveness.

Sports executives converged at the fourth annual Maryland Sports Business Conference, hosted by the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business. Learn how industry leaders discussed strategies for global expansion, fan engagement, and seizing future opportunities, including the 2028 Olympic Games.

The University of Maryland’s Smith School introduces ‘BMGT 758D: Special Topics in Business and Management; Name, Image, and Likeness,’ preparing graduate students for the burgeoning NIL industry, valued at nearly $1 billion.

In April 2024, the Center for Global Business (CGB) supported Robert H. Smith School of Business graduate students in two key case competitions. The IBESCC in Los Angeles focused on sustainable practices, while the NASBITE event in Las Vegas tackled complex global business issues, showcasing CGB's dedication to student success.

Distinguished alumni Bill Boyle ’81 and Dr. Wendy R. Sanhai, MBA ’09, are the 2024 Smith School Commencement speakers. Boyle, founder of FiberGate Inc., emphasizes entrepreneurship and innovation, while Dr. Sanhai, is a healthcare leader with expertise in biomedical research and business strategy.

The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business has launched the Center for Artificial Intelligence in Business to conduct research and outreach in order to realize the potential of AI through intentional design and governance frameworks centering on human judgment and creativity.

Discover global career insights with the Center for Global Business (CGB) Careers Crossing Borders series. Smith School alumni share expertise from diverse sectors, guiding future leaders. Learn language skills and cultural understanding essentials from industry pros like Jasmine Brown and William Chernicoff. Unlock your global potential today. Explore CGB events online.

Students embarked on a pioneering trek to international organizations in Washington D.C., organized by the Center for Global Business. Engaging with industry leaders at the IFC, IDB, OECD, and World Bank, they explored diverse career paths and global development initiatives, fostering connections and insights for future global endeavors.

Two Robert H. Smith School of Business alumni are giving back in support of the Smith School strategic plan to reimagine learning.

The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business ascends to No. 10 in U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Best Graduate Schools for its Flex MBA program, spotlighting AI and leadership. Also noteworthy in Smith’s ranking is its Full-Time MBA, No. 41, with strong positions in Information Systems and Management.