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Global Daigaku.com Domestic Newsletter Vol. 18
Education & Training in Japan, Online and Overseas
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December 2002 Edition - Vol.18

Seminars & Upcoming Event Information

Gulf Islands School District
International E-learning Initiative Information Session
Date: Friday January 10, 2003 - 6¡§00PM
Venue: Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan

Mr. Duane Sutherland, President and CEO of the Gulf Islands School District International E-Learning Initiative and Dr. Scott Bergstrome, International Director of the Initiative, will make a short presentation on the Canadian High School E-learning programs and courses that are now available in Japan. This session will be of interest to educators, to parents of Canadian Children in Japan who are hoping to supplement their current education with e-learning/distance learning courses, and to students who hope to study in Canadian high schools and are seeking preparatory courses.
Spring Study in Canada Fair
Date: Sunday March 9, 2003 - 10¡§00AM - 5:00PM
Venue: Canadian Embassy in Japan

Representatives from member schools of the CEA will be coming to Japan to promote their programs and answer questions regarding study abroad. This is an ideal opportunity to learn more about Canada and the educational opportunities available. Schools participating at this event include Okanagan University College (Kelowna), Bow Valley College (Calgary), Malaspina University College (Nanaimo), and Vancouver Film School (Vancouver). Approximately 20 schools are expected to attend.

Thinking of Studying in the US? Consider beautiful San Diego!
A full, one-year scholarship is being offered to a student from Japan!!! This contest is open to all students in Japan considering full-time study at the San Diego campus of Alliant International University. Interested students must write a short essay of 200-500 words on the following topic:

"Why I want to attend Alliant International University"


Grand Prize:
1 full, one-year scholarship (including tuition, room and board) for undergraduate study at Alliant International University's San Diego campus.

Other Prizes:
Up to 5 partial tuition scholarships ranging from $1,000 and $5,000 applicable to the first year of either undergraduate or graduate study at Alliant International University's San Diego campus.


Global Daigaku.com Recommended Seminars
  • AMA Presents
    Fundamentals of Management
    Date: January 24-25, 2003
    Venue: Tokyo American Club

    You've earned that promotion to manager. Now learn what it takes to get to the top! This practical training is designed to give you the skills to solve the key problems faced by every new or prospective manager. You'll discover how to meet your current responsibilities and develop a solid foundation of proven managerial know-how that will prepare you for further career development.
    • Gain acceptance as "the boss" - regardless of your age or experience
    • Delegate for greater productivity
    • Conduct performance appraisals that develop your staff's talents
    • Learn how to achieve high productivity and create an atmosphere that allows people to flourish

  • Selling Skills
    Date: January 29-30, 2003
    Venue: Tokyo American Club

    The changing Japanese market place needs new selling skills. Whereas in the past relationship building was sufficient, today's sales representatives need essential skills to analyze customer needs, prepare their call, negotiate effectively, follow-up and close the deal. This successful AMA program will present sales techniques and approaches that work.
    • Better understand the changing Japanese sales environment
    • Learn essential skills that help to increase sales
    • Develop a personal action plan

  • Business Presentation Skills
    Date: February 14-15, 2003
    Venue: The German Chamber of Commerce in Japan

    Aimed primarily at managers, and sales staff, participants will learn how to present their ideas logically with conviction, control, poise - and without fear. They will gain the specific skills and direction needed to persuade their audiences. Furthermore, they will receive expert advice on how to handle especially challenging situations.
    Afterall, you only get one chance to sell your product or ideas
    • Prepare business presentations in a limited time to convince your customers
    • Learn to present your ideas crisply and persuasively to your bosses and colleagues
    • Generate ideas quickly - and put them into a logical, easy-to-follow structure
    • Learn to use eye contact and gesture effectively
    • Master and effectively use visual aids

  • Leadership I (for managers)
    Date: February 26-27, 2003
    Venue: Tokyo American Club

    Globalization, the lean organization, performance oriented leadership, project management... - never before have leadership skills been so necessary for success! But leadership demands special skills quite different from traditional management. This seminar is designed to optimize your managers' leadership effectiveness. It not only builds on their existing leadership skills, but shows how to employ leadership as a strategic tool.
    • Develop a leadership style that create results
    • Build a corporate culture that produces results
    • Become successful coaches, mentors and motivators
    • Apply leadership strategically to create vision and set direction
    • Improve the organization's performance through empowerment and delegation

  • Asian Venture Forums presents
    2003 AVF JAPAN & KOREA: A Tale of Two Countries
    Date: February 26-28, 2003
    Venue: Four Seasons Hotel, Tokyo & Westin Chosun, Seoul

    Focusing exclusively on the timely opportunities being presented by the Japanese and Korean markets, serious fund managers, institutional investors, corporate executives, and professionals involved in private equity cannot afford to miss A Tale of Two Countries. Some of the key topics being discussed include:
    • Finding the Gems in Keiretsu and Family Companies
    • Riding the real estate cycle
    • $15 trillion looking for a home
    • Leveraging Korean Restructuring
    • Tech Opportunities and Venture in Korea
    • Looking at Asia when the US is no longer enough

Global Daigaku.com Recommended Schools (Recent GD Profiles)

Portland State University (Portland, Oregon, USA) - MBA
Founded in 1946, the Portland State University (PSU) campus is a cityscape, designed to meet students' needs. Occupying 40 buildings in a 36-acre area, the campus is built around the Park Blocks, a greenway area reserved for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Emphasis in the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) curriculum is given to an integrated and systemic perspective of how businesses achieve competitive advantage. The themes of decision making, problem solving, management innovation and change, quality management practices, and global competitiveness cut across the program. Careful attention is given to communication, leadership, teamwork skills, and close involvement with the business community.

Distance Learning Feature Article now online (Tokyo Weekender)

The Weekender Online Feature Article - Distance Learning
Global Daigaku.com President & CEO, James Yellowlees', latest educational article for the Tokyo Weekender is now both in print and online. This month's feature focuses on distance learning and online education. Check it out online at the Weekender Online.

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