Priority Application Deadline - April 30th

Hello,

So, you are interested in applying for the Masters of International Management Program!

Great! You know, there are so many reasons why the MIM program is such a great opportunity. First and foremost, we strongly feel that the curriculum in the program is unique when compared with other graduate degrees. Our professors are experienced and dynamic. Many of our classmates are international students, providing all of us with a diverse leaning environment. The foreign language training reflects the international aspect of this program. And to cap it all off, we get to travel to Asia for a three week field study.

The priority application deadline is April 30, 2009

The basic application requirements are:
- A 4-year degree or its equivalent, with a minimum undergraduate cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or higher
- GMAT or GRE exam
- Completion of MIM prerequisites (if needed)
- International students whose first language is not English, and who have not completed a degree from an accredited U.S. institution, must score at least 550 on the paper-based, 213 on the computer-based, and 79 on the internet-based TOEFL Test or 7.0 on the IELTS test

GO FOR IT… log onto the MIM Admissions Website
http://www.gradbusiness.pdx.edu/graduate_business_programs/mim/mim_admissions
and start your way to a fulfilling graduate program that will give you valuable skills for your future career in International Business.

In the mean time, if you have any questions about the application process, student life or if you would like to visit one of our classes, we encourage you to let us know.

Cheers,

Jack & Casey

Jack Chiu and Casey Cleary
Master of International Management Degree Candidates 2009
Portland State University

Spring Term Deliverables

Hello Everyone,

Just as I thought that this program couldn't get any more difficult...spring term came around, and I am realizing what difficult really means! Many of you have asked more specifically about what students are expected to produce in the program, so I thought I would let you know what papers and projects I am/will be working on.

Chinese: 5 minute presentation every other day using new vocabulary, one dictation every week to test comprehension, 5-10 new characters everyday, 10 minute presentation final and 20 minute conversation final.

Contemporary Asian Pacific Rim History and Politics: approx. 150 pages of reading every week, one group case study analysis every week (5 pages), one group presentation (15 mins.), final exam (essay based)

Global Human Resources Management: approx. 150 pages of reading every week, midterm and final (essay based), group project (HR poster about a specific country)

*International Finance and Investment: approx. 100 pages of reading every week, one group presentation (45 mins), four group case analysis (24 pages), an extensive finance problem every week, final (problems, multiple choice and essay)

*Global Law and Ethics: approx. 100-200 pages of reading every week, one individual paper (700 words), one group presentation (15 mins), midterm and final (multiple choice and essay)

* 1st year part time student classesr

PHEW...just listing it all out makes my head spin! Luckily, all of these classes, readings, papers and presentations are interesting and useful. They not only build on what I have learned in the program so far, but they allow me to practice how to make relevant business decisions. All of the cases that we use in this program are based upon real companies and real issues, so the examples we use are current and (to a degree) tangible.

I know it seems like a lot of work...well, it is a lot of work, but I am enjoying every minute of it and I know that I am compiling a tool box of sought after business skills that I will use in my future career.

Off to class now, so I'll check you all later!

Casey

Asia Trip Pictures

Hey All,

Wow, it feels good to be back state side. I had such a great time on the Asia trip but I'm glad to sleep in my own bed again. The term has started and we are back in the swing of things. I will update you later on how this semester is shaping out to be, but for now, I wanted to let you all know that Jack and I are available anytime to chat in person or on the phone about the program. We can also set you up with class visits or personal meetings with any of our professors. So, just let us know!

Also, here is a link to all my pictures from the Asia Trip! Enjoy!


Casey