I am Dr Philip presenting on behalf of the GSB; the Graduate School of Business We are the last cab off the rank…. Which has both advantages and disadvantages as I stand between you and the

Much of our story has already been told by my colleague Dr Jean Marc….. We as a department already have an extensive global and Asian network We teach courses in the region, and have been for years…….Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar….and have further plans for future expansion

We have a diverse staff and a diverse student body …and our present and future strategies exist within the confines of our current Vision and Mission…….as follows…… Linking “branding” to identity ……

The GSB Vision We aim …….. 1 To be the leading preferred school in graduate business and management education in Asia and in the world in terms of academic excellence 2To utilize interdisciplinary approaches in graduate business education, information technology and organization development that Sustain social systems development GSB.

3 To conduct and utilize research and best practice that impact business education and industry practice 4 To aggressively recruit diverse and quality students to enroll in GSB programs.

Finally we aim ……………. 5 To promote and make known the strengths, opportunities and distinctive programs of the GSB

As for our Mission……. We seek ………………….. To provide and develop competent interdisciplinary managers who are ethically grounded, able to visualize the dynamics of industry, leverage technology, within an international, multiculturally diverse environments

So what is our strategy for the future?

We must continue to do what we are doing, but in addition, we must……. 1 Promote “active” MBA programs which give “on-the-job training to students” 2 Provide chances for students to experience multi-culturalism by welcoming a diversity of students

We must also…………….. 3Focus on ASEAN and ASEAN+3 and +6 4Look beyond ASEAN, to expand our existing networks to other countries e.g., England, USA, Australia, France and Germany 5Encourage students to visit and travel to many countries especially Asian countries

We should market ourselves as an academic HUB where east and west come together to promote transform and diversify learning And we should do so in terms of our Values, Knowledge Skills + Morality

In conclusion, we wish to remain inspirational within our region and beyond.

If there are any questions…..I think they will have to wait ‘til next year!!!! Thank you for your attention !!!!!