Meet the Center for Global Business to learn about all the ways Smith students can go abroad. We offer short-term programs, semester programs and global internship programs.
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From Maryland to Medellín: A Journey of Global Leadership and Experiential Learning
Three Smith students joined peers from across the Americas at the 2025 CUIBE Global Summer Leadership Summit in Medellín, Colombia, gaining hands-on experience in global consulting, sustainability strategy and cultural exchange through workshops, field research and project-based learning.
Center for Global Business
The Center for Global Business (CGB) is the home of the Title VI CIBE grant at the University of Maryland and the driver of international business and global mindset education at the Smith School. CGB serves as a national resource for international commerce in the state of Maryland, specifically in regard to training and preparing students, companies, and current and future business leaders to compete successfully in the global market.
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Smith Students Assess How Deeply Federal Spending Impacts the State of Maryland
A joint report from Maryland’s Comptroller and Smith School researchers reveals $150 billion in recent federal spending in the state. Students, guided by professors Liu Yang, Vojislav Maksimovic and Kislaya Prasad, gained valuable experience in data analysis and government collaboration.
Smith Helps Quantify the Federal Government's Financial Impact on Maryland
Smith School faculty and graduate students partnered with the Maryland Comptroller’s Office to analyze the economic impact of federal spending and employment, helping state leaders assess risks and build a more resilient future for Maryland’s economy.
Building Global Readiness: Inside the Maryland Global Consulting Program
The Maryland Global Consulting Program connected students with Maryland companies to tackle international business challenges. Projects ranged from global education expansion to AI in public health, offering students hands-on consulting experience while delivering strategic insights to help clients grow globally.
Smith School and Utrecht Students Brew Up International Export Plans for Beer Brands
Students from the Smith School and University of Utrecht collaborated in a course led by Professor Amna Kirmani, developing export plans for RavenBeer and La Trappe while gaining real-world experience in cross-cultural teamwork and international marketing challenges.
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Students Explore Global Trade and Sustainability in CGB Industry Trek
As part of the Careers Crossing Borders series, Smith students toured Hughes Network Systems, the Port of Baltimore, and MSC’s office to explore careers in global logistics, connectivity, and sustainability while learning from industry leaders about real-world international business practices.