International Business Officer Bootcamp

Panelists: Grace Brown, Missy Peterson, Shukhrat Aminov, Shelby Breaud

New to the field of higher education international business? Looking
for a promotion? Becoming a new or promoted IBO at your
institution or organization can be challenging, especially when
many times there are no other finance managers at your institution to
help mentor you in your role. In this session, attendees will be
introduced to the different and unique background information
needed to better understand the business and financial aspects of
international education, learn, navigate, and master the role of the
BO. Topics that will be discussed in this session include, but are not
limited to: terminologies, organizational structures, different budget
models, funding sources, types of fees (inbound & outbound
students), other revenue streams, types of programs, program budget
development, enrollment, personnel, travel preparation, professional
development costs, risk management, building reserves, etc.