http://www.smeal.psu.edu daily 1 2008-05-13T18:50:38Z http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/november-2009/smeal-partners-with-u.s.-army-to-offer-logistics-training-to-iraqi-officials The Center for Supply Chain Research at Penn State's Smeal College of Business is working with the U.S. Army's Iraq Training and Advisory Mission (ITAM) to assist in the logistics training of Iraqi officials. No publisher wed112 partners scis execed depts front-page research psep cscr news 2009-11-06T20:21:47Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/october-2009/boomers-face-critical-career-life-choices The largest single generation in the work force, better known as the baby boomers, is finally reaching retirement age. At 77 million strong, it's a group that will continue to have a major impact on business and society for at least another decade or two. No publisher wed112 psep news execed partners 2009-10-21T19:37:26Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/september-2009/use-technologys-potential-to-make-presentations-compelling We have all been there. You're in a meeting; you look around the room to catch a glimpse of heavy eyelids slowly closing. Heads of participants are bobbing from boredom and as you glance at your watch you can't believe there's still plenty of time to go. You wonder if you're going to make it. It's possible that at that moment, you are suffering from the dreaded boredom of meeting paralysis. No publisher wed112 psep execed 2009-09-23T19:40:10Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/august-2009/customer-service-vital-during-difficult-times Is it possible that there's a business out there that hasn't heard about the need for excellent customer service during a rough economy? You wouldn't think so, but you'd be wrong. Apparently common sense isn't as common as it should be. No publisher wed112 psep news execed partners 2009-08-03T19:23:52Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/july-2009/cataldo-named-vice-chair-of-global-executive-education-group The board of directors of the International University Consortium for Executive Education (UNICON) has elected Patrick Cataldo, associate dean for executive education at Penn State's Smeal College of Business, to serve as vice chair for the 2009-2010 year. The following year, Cataldo will serve as chair of UNICON, a worldwide organization of major international business schools that offer quality post-degree executive education programs. No publisher wed112 partners execed front-page psep news 2009-07-27T21:05:49Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/july-2009/past-provides-guide-to-future-leadership "Walking softly across the hallowed ground where thousands of soldiers died, one quickly understands the words President Abraham Lincoln used to pay tribute to those who fought the Battle of Gettysburg," writes Patrick Cataldo, associate dean for executive education. "As most of us have heard, it is unwise to ignore the lessons of the past. But could the officers and soldiers engaged in that monumental struggle actually have something to say to 21st century business leaders?" No publisher wed112 psep partners execed 2009-07-24T16:53:59Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/june-2009/industry-and-academic-survey-ranks-smeals-supply-chain-program-no.-1 A survey of 126 companies and 19 academic institutions conducted by AMR Research, a research firm focused on the global supply chain and its supporting technologies, has identified Penn State's Smeal College of Business as having the best supply chain program in the United States in terms of industry value, program depth, and program scope. No publisher wed112 partners scis execed depts alumni front-page mba psep cscr uprog degreeprog news phd research 2009-07-10T18:42:00Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/june-2009/business-leaders-share-thoughts-experiences-on-leadership-during-the-recession A new white paper by leadership consultant and Smeal College of Business professor Albert Vicere highlights recent interviews he conducted with nine business and thought leaders about how they and their organizations are managing the challenges and opportunities presented by the recession. No publisher wed112 partners execed depts alumni front-page phd psep news 2009-06-23T21:01:52Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/june-2009/education-always-a-wise-investment Lifelong learning is more than just an educational buzzword. It's a philosophy and a process that keeps your skills current and ready for the latest challenges. Whether it's challenging the status quo or transforming for the future, investments in broadening your thinking always pay dividends. No publisher wed112 psep news execed 2009-06-09T21:28:04Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/june-2009/penn-state-hosts-leadership-program-for-women-in-philadelphia Penn State Executive Programs is hosting a two-day leadership development program in Philadelphia this month focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities that women face in their work environments. No publisher wed112 partners execed front-page psep news 2009-06-09T20:11:46Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/may-2009/faculty-members-book-positions-human-resources-as-organizational-success-agent A recent book coauthored by Maria Taylor, director for learning solutions for Penn State Executive Programs, identifies ways for human resources professionals to drive organizational change by capitalizing on HR’s unique position to discover opportunities for competitive advantage through the lens of people. No publisher wed112 partners execed depts alumni front-page psep news 2009-05-13T15:25:47Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/march-2009/penn-state-nyc-bar-and-houlihan-lokey-collaborate-on-m-a-executive-program Penn State Executive Programs, in conjunction with the Penn State Dickinson School of Law, the New York City Bar, and international investment bank Houlihan Lokey, will host an executive education program in May for executives and managers involved in mergers and acquisitions. No publisher wed112 partners execed alumni front-page psep news 2009-03-18T18:28:13Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/march-2009/supply-chain-leaders-face-tricky-savings-risk-balance Leading companies see their supply chain as a source of competitive advantage. However, during difficult financial times, making additional investments to improve them, while still a good idea, is a tough sell. No publisher wed112 psep cscr scis execed 2009-03-06T21:19:11Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/march-2009/new-smeal-blog-offers-faculty-perspectives-on-business-news Penn State's Smeal College of Business has launched a new blog featuring faculty research and commentary on breaking business news. The blog, named Business Casual for its informal approach to academic research and business perspectives, launched on Feb. 26. No publisher wed112 isbm execmba lema cdt csfm research partners scis execed front-page rmrc cgbs cscr cmtoc mando crcn ire finance ires phd news fcfe psep depts alumni csbr mktg acctg 2009-03-05T21:58:44Z News Item http://www.smeal.psu.edu/news/latest-news/march-2009/executive-education-program-on-managing-global-supply-chains-scheduled Penn State's Smeal College of Business is launching a new executive education program next month designed specifically for managers engaged in international business and global supply chains. No publisher wed112 partners execed depts alumni front-page research psep cscr news 2009-03-04T16:27:14Z News Item