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Home Mission Programs Osgood Board Osgood Students Osgood News About the Osgoods Accommodations Donations Forms Contact Us	International Business Conference July 19-30, 2009 See the photos! The International Business Conference (IBC) is a ten-day exploration of the international political economy. Participants will visit leading international institutions in Washington, DC such as the World Bank, the IMF, the Inter-American Development Bank, and the leading Congressional Committees on trade and international economics. They will address issues in international economics such as the international financial crisis, creeping protectionism, the rise of China and India, and the persistence of poverty in a globalized world. A special feature of the IBC 2009 will include a keynote address by the US Special Representative on Trade, Ron Kirk. Main Features of the Conference Exploration of international political economy Visits to leading international institutions in Washington, DC such as the World Bank, the IMF, the Inter-American Development Bank, Institute for International Economics Hearing from Think Tank experts on economy Main Issues The international financial crisis Trade disputes The rise of China and India The persistence of poverty in a globalized world Oil and the prospects for alternative energy sources in the 21st century IBC Tentative Schedule Sunday, July 19 7:00pm Reception 1717 Massachusetts Ave, NW Suite 500 Monday, July 20 9:00-10:00am Shelton Williams, President, Osgood Center "A Guide to the International Economy in the Obama Era" 10:00-12:00pm Patrick Mendis, author of Trade for Peace "Global Economics from America's Founding to America's Future" 2:00-3:00pm Embassy of China, Zhang Jianmin, First Secretary "Rival or Partner?" Tuesday, July 21 9:00-12:00pm Brookings conference on Latin America 2:00-3:00pm Sheldon Ray, Senior Partner, Morgan Stanley "The American Economy after the Crisis: Causes and Consequences" Wednesday, July 22 10:00-11:00am Chris Hall, the World Bank Group, former Program Coordinator of the Bank's Harmonization Program "The Bank in the Wake of the International Financial Crisis" 2:00-3:00pm Gary Hufbauer, Senior Analyst, Peterson Institute for International Economics "Can the Doha Round be Saved?" 3:30-4:30pm Molly Williamson, Middle East Institute “Politics of Oil” Thursday, July 23 10:00-11:00am Interamerican Development Bank A Panel on "Poverty, Stability, and Debt in Latin America" 2:15-3:15pm Kimberley Elliott, Center for Global Development A conversation with one of the most prolific authors in DC on topics of Trade and Development, US Policies, Women and Development, the Use of Economic Sanctions in American Foreign Policy and more Friday, July 24 10:00-11:00am Steve Clemons, The New America Foundation "Rebuilding America?" 2:00-3:00pm Bart Fisher, International Trade Lawyer "The Theory and Practice of Trade: Things Are Never Equal" 4:00-5:00pm Greg Williams, Hughes, Hubbard and Reed "Law, Mediation and the Implications of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act" Site Visit Monday, July 27 10-11:00am Visit to the Indian Embassy "The Rise of India" 1:00-2:00pm Visit to the IMF,Patrick Circillo, Deputy Chief of Operations "The Evolving Role of the IMF" Tuesday, July 28 10:00-11:30am Ambassador Sally Shelton-Colby, former Deputy Secretary General of the OECD "Crisis and Corruption in Mexico" 2:00-3:00pm Robert Cresanti, former Undersecretary of Commerce for Technology and VP for SAP "The New American Economy" Wednesday, July 29 10:00-11:00am Visit to the U.S. International Trade Commission Charlotte Lane, Commissioner (R) 2:00-3:00pm Marc Olivier, Osgood Center Program Associate "Policy Options to Avoid Global Warming: The Clock is Ticking" 5:00-6:00pm Ambassador Ron Kirk, US Special Representative for Trade Negotiations "The Obama Administration's Trade Policies" Thursday, July 30 9:00-10:00am Jim Loi, NSC Asian Economic Analyst "The US-China Strategic Economic Dialogue" 10:00-11:00am Johns Hopkins SAIS Admissions Office Housing IBC 2009 housing will be arranged with the Homewood Suites by Hilton in Downtown Washington, DC. Overlooking Massachusetts avenue five blocks from the White House, the eight-story Homewood Suites by Hilton Washington D.C., offers apartment-style living in the heart of Washington, D.C. National landmarks and famous attractions, such as the White House and Smithsonian Institute, are within walking distance and the McPherson Square Metro station is three blocks away, providing access to the entire metropolitan area. From Ronald Reagan National Airport, guests can take a shuttle van, taxi or the Metro Blue Line for the four-mile trip to the hotel. Accommodations feature suites with separate living and sleeping quarters, a full kitchen, two televisions, and high-speed internet access. Homewood Suites by Hilton 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20005 Phone: 1-202-265-8000 Detailed Description Electronic programmable in-room safe Spacious suites featuring premium Tempur-Pedic beds Newly renovated full service kitchens including microwave, refrigerator, dishware and flatware Daily complimentary breakfast Spacious work desks and seating areas Complimentary high speed Internet access Complimentary daily newspapers Cable television with premium movie, news and sports channels Hairdryer Iron and ironing board International Business Conference Fees and Cost Sheet (2009) Housing $615.00 (optional) Application fee $125.00 Program $625.00 TOTAL $1,365.00 Please contact us for group discounts. POLICIES REGARDING FEES: Application fee - due with the application (non-refundable) Program fee - June 19, 2009 (not refundable after the due date) Housing fee (optional) - June 19, 2009 (not refundable after the due date) WAIVER: Each student must provide his or her own medical insurance, and each student is responsible for observing the laws of Washington, D.C. and the rules and procedures of the hotel. Students must sign waivers upon arrival to the Osgood Center. Registration for the IBC will remain open until July 15, 2009. However, enrollment at a later date is not guaranteed due to limited space. College credit In collaboration with the Austin College, the Osgood Center offers college credit to students at US colleges and universities for the IBC! Austin College in Sherman, Texas will offer course credit in Economics/Business Administration or International Political Economy course associated with the International Business Conference (IBC) at the Osgood Center (July 19 – July 30, 2009). To receive academic credit, students must be admitted by the Austin College registrar as a “special non-degree seeking student.” Students must submit a brief admission application along with an official transcript from a US college or university most recently attended showing that they are in good academic standing. There is also a non-refundable $60 application fee, which is submitted to Austin College. This class will incorporate the Osgood Center’s IBC, additional class meetings, readings, consultations with the professor(s) and written work in addition to the DC programming. The cost of the class is $2090. This fee is paid to Austin College; it covers tuition, housing in Washington DC, daily breakfast and a light dinner Monday – Thursday. Austin College students: Although it is hoped that AC students will take a summer program that involves both programs (IBC and the Symposium) and receive two course credits, it is possible for an AC student to take only one of the courses for credit. The cost to the AC student would be $2090 and the student would receive similar program benefits as those signed up for two courses. For more information, please contact us: The International Business Conference The Osgood Center for International Studies 1740 Massachusetts Ave, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20036 gmanukyan@osgoodcenter.org or call: (202) 663-5872 Print the application! To receive Austin College Credit for the IBC, please fill out and submit this application as well. See the 2008 Photos!
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