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GLOBE

GLOBE, Global Learning of the Business Enterprise, is a relatively new dynamic high school and/or college program that teaches the value of international trade and the practical skills necessary to function in a global market. GLOBE replicates international business by forming student-run, joint venture collaborations, between two schools located in different countries. Corporations sponsor the program and provide employees to serve as "consultants" to the students. Junior Achievement International wishes to acknowledge United Technologies Corporation for their leadership in the conceptual design and funding of the development of GLOBE.

  • Full-Year Program 20 – 32 weeks (in-school)

  • Target Age Group 16-22

Objectives

  • develop an understanding of the economic principles of international trade;

  • demonstrate how the economic principles of international trade apply to the actual conduct of trade;

  • provide rich, active learning experiences for students as they conduct international business;

  • develop communications, analytical, and decision-making skills;

  • foster a sensitivity to other cultures, as well as cross-cultural understanding

Content of the Program

  • The Global Economy

  • Why Countries Trade

  • Foreign Exchange

  • Exchange Rates and Market Forces

  • Demand, Supply and Trade

  • Pattern of World Trade & Culture

  • Trade Restrictions

  • Reasons for Trade Restrictions

  • Balance of Payments: Current Account

  • Balance of Payments: Capital Account

  • Economics of Balance of Payments

  • Productivity and International Competition

  • Business Ethics and the Global Economy

  • World Environmental Problems

  • Developed and Developing Countries

  • Economic Growth and Development

  • The Gold Standard and International Trade

  • 2000 and Beyond

Methodology

A combination of traditional theory with practical hands-on activities supported by software programs and the presence of a volunteer business consultant. Activities include: discussions, games, video projection, creative activities, tests, questionnaires, team work, role plays.

 

Premises and Equipment Needed

  • Standard classroom.

  • Also see Training materials

  • Access to Video player, overhead projector, PC (Windows 95) & printer from time to time.

Educators and Other Human Resources Needed

  • Teachers of Economics, Civic Studies, Geography/History, and/or English

  • Volunteer Business Consultants (experienced businesspeople/ parents/ university graduates) trained by Junior Achievement International

Literature and Other Training Material

  • Textbook

  • Teachers and Consultants Guide

  • Promotional Brochure

  • Students Objective Brochure

  • Support Site License

  • Globe / MESE Software

GLOBE Student Company Kit:

  • Company Charter

  • Record Envelopes

  • Membership ID Cards

  • Stock Sales Chart

  • Stock Certificates

  • Joint Venture Chart

  • Sales Record Chart

  • Officer Training Guide

  • Payroll Record Chart

  • Officer's Folders

  • Certificates of Accomplishment

  • Fax Forms

  • Financial Record Chart

  • Communications Log

  • Stockholder's Record Chart

  • Product Labels

  • Product Sales Chart

 
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