Transcript Status of International Business in Community Colleges

Internationalization
of Community
Colleges
Presented by:
Gretchen Carroll, J.D., M.B.A.
Professor of Management & Leadership
Owens Community College
First The Facts
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There are 1,195 local community colleges in the
United States.
According to the American Association of
Community Colleges over 80% of these community
colleges have integrated international components
into course work.
83% of them sponsor activities to promote global
awareness among students.
Fast Facts……
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Community Colleges make up 42% of all higher
education institutions and enroll 40% of students
nation wide.
With 11.5 million students, credit and non-credit,
community colleges play a crucial role in preparing
students to become productive members of a global
workforce.
Close to 100,000 international students attend
community colleges, about 39% of all international
undergraduate students in the United States.
Furthermore....
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Reflecting demand, enrollment in community
colleges with international business
programs grew from 23% to 60% over the
last 5 years.
Close to 100,000 international students,
39% of all international students in the
United States attend community colleges &
contribute 1.87 billion annually to the US
economy.
International student enrollment at CCs
increased by 57.9% from 93-03.
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5,776 community college students studied
abroad in 2003/04, less than 1% of all
community college students in the US.
Community College study abroad generally
mirrors study abroad at all institutions.
85% of community college students who do
study abroad are in Latin America or
Europe.
The overwhelming majority of community
college study abroad students (73%) are on
short-term programs.
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73% of community college students that did study
abroad, did so for fewer than 8 weeks.
The American Association of Community Colleges
actively advocates an international role for
community colleges in all dimensions of worldwide
education and training.
There is increasing support that other countries are
reflecting a heightened interest in adopting the
community college model. (Bologna Agreement)
Six Key Areas of
International Involvement
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Articulated
Commitment
Academic Offerings
Organizational
Infrastructure
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External funding
Institutional Investment
in Faculty
International students
and student programs.
Of the community colleges
considered to be “highly active”
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65% highlighted international education in
recruitment literature.
75% had programs for students to study
abroad without delaying graduation.
66% administered study abroad programs for
undergraduate credit.
92% had an office for international education
programs.
Study abroad programs
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Offered by 1/3 of the community colleges
surveyed, but less than 10% administered
international field study, internships, or
service opportunities.
Even in the highly active institutions, only 2%
of students study abroad annually.
Investment in Faculty
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Although faculty involvement is key to
internationalization of the curricula and the
student experience, the majority of
community colleges scored “low” or “zero” on
institutional investment in the faculty.
General lack of support for faculty and for
opportunities to be involved in international
education.
Should community colleges be
advancing short cycle study
abroad and internationalizing
campuses and curricula?
Absolutely!!!!!!!!!
Why?
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All of the regional accrediting associations
have adopted standards or policies to guide
two-year institutions as they move into
international education.
Many two-year institutions have altered their
mission statements to include foreign study
for students as a means to develop global
perspectives.
Why?
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American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business
(AACSB) in their standards and guidelines for
business school accreditation encouraged business
schools to adopt a systematic acceptance of
internationalization in their curriculum.
Association of Collegiate Business Schools and
Programs (ACBSP) included in their standards, for two
year institutions, that students develop a global
perspective, and the study of the international
environment should be included in the business
curriculum.
AACC- ACCT Joint Statement on the
Role of Community Colleges in
International Education
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“Community Colleges should develop
strategic plans for global awareness and
competence that respond to the needs of the
community’s learners, businesses and
institutions.”
American Association of Community Colleges
Policy on International Education
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“To ensure the survival and well-being of our
communities, it is imperative that community
colleges develop a globally and multi-culturally
competent citizenry. In meeting this challenge,
community colleges should provide:”
internationalized curricula
multicultural activities and programs
foreign language programs
cultural and ethnic studies
The AACC’s Policy also includes...
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Study abroad programs
Faculty and student
exchange programs
Professional
development
Technical assistance to
other countries and
their
business/industries
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Local/state/national and
international forums
International student
enrollment
Government supported these initiatives with
an international education policy
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To continue to compete successfully in the global
economy and to maintain our roles as a world leader,
the US needs to ensure that its citizens develop a
broad understanding of the world, proficiency in other
languages, and knowledge of other cultures.
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A coherent and coordinated international education
strategy (which includes community colleges) will help
us meet the twin challenges of preparing our citizens
for a global environment while continuing to attract and
educate future leaders from abroad.
How does the Government
support the initiative?
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Encouraging students from other countries to study
in the United States.
Promoting study abroad by U.S. students.
Supporting the exchange of teachers, scholars and
citizens at all levels of society.
Expanding high-quality foreign language learning
and knowledge of other cultures.
20% of community colleges have received U.S.
government funds to help support international
programs.
International Education Must Be Part of the
Community College’s Mission.... Why?
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We’re building a world of learners. Community Colleges are no longer
just preparing a workforce, they are developing an active citizenry,
prepared to navigate and participate in a global community.
Community college enrollments are projected to be over 13 million by
2010, over half of all Americans will begin their education at a
community college, as well as increasing numbers of international
students.
The ‘community’ identified in the mission statement is no longer
confined to a limited geographical area as distance education expands
the scope and reach of all colleges, and international students migrate
to community colleges for a variety of reasons.
“The argument for international education programs exists on the
human level, in economic terms, and on the civic plane.”
Owens Community College
Northwest Ohio’s #1 choice in higher education
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In Toledo and Findlay, Ohio
Serves more than 45,000 students annually
Serves more than 200 international students annually from 32 different
countries
Serves over 350 companies in business and industry partnerships
annually and serves over 17,000 individuals in Workforce Development
Owens Academic Program Highlights
130 program areas including Business, Fine and Performing Arts,
Health, Hospitality Management, Public Service, Skilled Trades,
Transportation and Engineering Technology
Degree Information
Students who attend Owens may complete the first two years of a
Baccalaureate degree and transfer these credits to four-year colleges
and universities.
Owens Community College
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Unmatched affordability for domestic and
international students.
Expert faculty members with experience and
advanced degrees in their subject areas.
Seamless course transferability
Personal attention
Small class sizes
State-of-the-art facilities
Owens Community College
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Owens has cultivated transfer agreements
with over 20 area four-year colleges and
universities.
Average class size is just 15 students.
Office of International Student Services –
inexpensive tuition, language labs, support
The next Atlantis Conference….
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Is on the OCC Toledo Campus
October 15-16, with post conference activities
on the 17th
Please join us!
Future Plans for International
Business Education at OCC...
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Increased focus on getting international students
enrolled at Owens and in our business transfer
programs.
Participate on a College wide committee to send
students to study and travel internationally. Attempting
to get the program grant funded by the DOE.
Consider collaboration with other international
education organizations including Youth for
Understanding International Exchange, Sister Cities
International, and People to People International.
So what is the status of International Business
in Community Colleges?
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After assessing economic trends, marketplace
challenges, demographic changes, programming
opportunities, and technology developments, 80% of
Community Colleges across the country have
developed some type of international curricula, 43%
offer international community activities, and 49 % have
study abroad/exchange opportunities.
The world is our new community and it is up to
community colleges to educate the workforce, educate
the electorate, and educate the people to navigate and
participate in a new global community.
Thank you!
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Questions???????
Contact information:
Gretchen K. Carroll, J.D., M.B.A.
Professor of Management & Leadership
Director of Atlantis Project
Owens Community College
[email protected]
567-661-7234
References
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American Association of Community Colleges
http://www.aacc.nche.edu/Pages/default.aspx
Green, M.F. & Siaya, L. (2005). Measuring
internationalization at community colleges. American
Council on Education; Washington, D.C.
Open Doors 2005: Report on International Educational
Exchange
Raby, R. (2009). Community college study abroad:
Making study abroad accessible to all students.
http://www.iienetwork.org/?p=CommunityCollege
Tidewater Community College
http://www.theglobalcommunitycollege.org/howtosusta
in/casestudies/C-CS4.pdf
References
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http://atlantis.utoledo.edu
MSU- CIBER http://globalEDGE.msu.edu