Center for International Programs

The International Business School Americas & SUNY at New Paltz             Summer Certificate Program

Why New Paltz? School Location Course Offerings Program Date Our faculties Housing Activities and Local Attractions How to Apply!        Contact Us:        Program Director: Jeff Pollard        E-mail: pollardj@newpaltz.edu        Phone: (845)257-3595        Fax: (845)257-3608        Mail: State University of New York                  at New Paltz                  International Programs, VH 201                  1 Hawk Drive                  New Paltz, NY 12561

Why New Paltz?

The State University of New York at New Paltz is a creative, diverse, challenging and supportive environment where you can participate in an intensive program in Business English from a highly selective university and an education rich in experiences that will last a lifetime. At New Paltz, you are encouraged to explore and take intellectual risks, to find your passion, to begin your path and to find your voice.

Great location...

You’re welcome here

We welcome people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, political views, and ambitions.  This accepting environment makes New Paltz an ideal place for students to learn and flourish.

Programs Offered Through IBS Americas & New Paltz:

• Marketing and Value Management
• Corporate Financial Management
• Competitive Project Management
• Strategic Thinking
• English first lessons

All programs include an intensive course in Business English - English classes that strengthen the student's vocabulary in the corporate environment.

When?

Programs take place every July.  Ask for more information regarding next intakes.
 

Who will be Teaching the Classes?

Professors with masters and PhD degrees from the State University of New York at New Paltz will teach the courses. 
Business English lessons and activities are presented in English without translation.  There aren't any proficiency tests, but it is advisable that you are at least at the intermediate level.

Professor Bio's:
Zheng, Yi
Ph.D. in Finance from University of North Texas
M.S. in Economics from The University of Texas at Dallas

Career History:
Yi Zheng is an Assistant Professor of Finance at State University of New York at New Paltz (SUNY New Paltz). Before joining SUNY New Paltz, he earned his Ph.D. in Finance from University of North Texas and M.S. in Economics from The University of Texas at Dallas. His research interests include Financial Intermediation, Banking, Risk Management, Corporate Finance, Corporate Governance, Executive Compensation, and Payout Policy. His teaching interests mainly include Financial Markets and Institutions, Corporate Finance, Investments, Derivatives, Financial Modeling, International Finance, and Financial Planning.

Caskey, Kevin
Ph.D., Industrial Engineering, University of Washington, 1993

Career History:
Consultant in the areas of smaller firm manufacturing and building research consortia with corporate and academic participation, 1995 to present.
Research Manager and Scientist, Technical University of Eindhoven (Netherlands), 1996-2001.
Research Scientist, Bremen Institute of Production Technology (Germany), 1994-1996.
Simulation Specialist, Boeing Computer Services, 1985-1994.


Shen, Daniel
Ph.D. Marketing, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2007
M.B.A. International Business, University of Birmingham, 2001

Career History
Foreign Affairs Office of Sichuan Province, China (1993-2003)

Tikoo, Surinder
Ph.D., Marketing, University of Connecticut, 1994
M.B.A., Marketing, Indian Institute of Management (India),1987

Career History
Export Sales Engineer, Greaves & Company (India), 1982-1985
Assistant Sales Manager, Britannia Industries Ltd. (India), 1987-1989


Lin, Jun
Ph.D., Strategic Management/Organization Studies, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale, 2004

Career History:
Policy Initiator & Consultant, Shanghai Municipality, 1995-1997
 

Tomaski, Susan

BA, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
M.B.A., Fordham University

Brand manager – World Finer Foods
Brand Marketing Manager – EsemblelQ
Faculty – University of Phoenix
Assistant Product Manager – Sherwin-Williams Paints
SUNY New Paltz - Run the Food Marketing program for the university. Faculty advisor to the New Paltz student chapter of the American Marketing Association. Teach classes in marketing, consumer behavior, food category management, food retail management. Design seminars related to social media and digital marketing. Develop international programs for the School of Business.


    
Michael Sheridan
Ph.D., Business Administration, specialization in Strategy, Southern Illinois University
M.A., Appalachian Studies, Sustainable Development concentration, Appalachian State University, 2005
 
Career History:
Specialty Manager, Earth Fare, 2005-2007


  
Akram Ibrahim
BBA in Finance and Investments from CUNY Baruch College
Master’s degree in Taxation from SUNY Albany

Career History:
Akram Ibrahim is the founder and managing director at Hudson Valley CPA's PLLC providing professional accounting, audit, tax and consulting services.  His prior experience includes financial analysis and internal audit with Ingersoll Rand; internal audit at Schroder & Co.; and investment banking at Salomon Smith Barney with emphasis on European mergers and acquisitions.


Aiko Pletch

Birthplace: Sao Paulo, Brazil 
Interests: online learning, linguisitics, academic preparation 
Award:  2018 Outstanding Teacher Award from New York State TESOL Association