About CIBER

The Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) at the University of Kansas is part of a nationwide network of 31 CIBERs selected for the strength of their international programs. Across the U.S., CIBERs provide services and programs to help American business excel in the global marketplace. CIBERs are funded by the U.S. Department of Education, with additional support provided by each CIBER institution. Established in 1999, the KU CIBER serves as a catalyst for curricular, research, and outreach programs centered in the KU School of Business, in partnership with the University's area study centers, foreign language departments, and other campus units.

Mission Statement

KU CIBER contributes to the Business School's efforts to assure that its graduates are fully aware of the importance of, and are properly equipped with the critical skills necessary to conduct global business and manage a culturally diverse transnational workforce.

KU CIBER fosters and develops active partnerships with international Area Studies Centers, professional schools, language departments, and interested faculty across the University for the benefit of our students.

KU CIBER actively engages in collaborative activities with businesses in Kansas and beyond to promote learning and expertise in international business.

KU CIBER will contribute to the University's goal that every student have a significant international experience while at KU. Accordingly, our long-term goal is that every KU business graduate will be astute in the dynamic realms of global business, global economics and the global workforce. Our business graduates will be second to none in their international capabilities and will be valued by their employers for their understanding of, expertise in, and contributions to the international arena.

Summerfield Hall, home to the University of Kansas School of Business and the CIBER.

KU is one of 31 universities chosen as CIBERs. For a complete list of all of the CIBER schools, CLICK HERE.

CIBER in the News

Learn more about CIBER by reading an article on the web at Monster.com that tells about international opportunities through CIBER initiatives.

The KU CIBER was also mentioned in an article at Economist.com, CLICK HERE to read the article.

In the GFP course, MBA students work as consultants for regional firms interested in international business. CLICK HERE to read about Waffle-Crete's experience.

Each year the CIBER organizes and supports many activities related to international business education and research. Learn more about these activities and future plans in the Annual Report.