Global Field Projects

Global Field Projects (GFPs) are mini-consulting projects designed to help Kansas companies that are interested in or already expanding into international markets. A team of student consultants will advise the clients on a multitude of issues ranging from determining a product's demand in a specific foreign market to identifying legal obstacles that a company might encounter when dealing with various countries. Each field project ends with a final report and oral presentation to the client.

Are You a Student...

Interested in working on a real life problem?
Interested in international business issues?
Interested in improving consulting and communication skills?
Interested in working in a dynamic environment under the direction of an experienced international executive?

Then BUS 895 Global Field Projects is what you're looking for!

Are You a Company that wants help...

Identifying an overseas market for your product or service?
Finding financing for a foreign venture?
Establishing distribution channels abroad?
Analyzing foreign barriers to entry?

If your company wants help with these or other international business questions, CLICK HERE for more details.

EXAMPLES OF PAST GLOBAL FIELD PROJECTS

A local manufacturer and marketer of specialty chemical products has acquired a company dealing in the textile manufacturing market. The company wants a market study of the textile manufacturing market in India and the Pacific Rim.
A local paper and packaging products producer and distributor is looking for global sourcing for its own consumption as well as further distribution.
A manufacturing and marketer of laboratory plastics consumables is looking to expand distribution of its laboratory products into Western Europe. They want information on distribution channels and possible partners in Western Europe.
A manufacturer of unique acrylic awards and promotional products wants to understand how they can best expand their business globally.