Symposium 2011

Symposium 2011

Welcome to the III Latin American Business Symposium 2011:

“RESHAPING LATIN AMERICA: Shifting from the emerging to the developed World"

The recent economic crisis has shown evidence about the different World we currently live in. Despite economic stimulus and bail-out programs experienced in developed economies, their economic recovery continues to be sluggish, with some of them still experiencing high unemployment rates and deterioration of their fiscal and debt indicators. Contrary, emerging economies have experienced rapid recovery and strong economic growth, and have managed to make them sustainable despite the happenings over the developed World. For sure, Latin America has evolved economically and socially over the past decades, and is now in better conditions to make these advancements sustainable and continue developing.

But this shift towards the developed World didn’t occur by chance; it is rather the result of the Region’s efforts to improveits institutions, promote exports, boost productivity, and expand the local demand for goods and services. Given current discrepancies with the developed countries, it is worth to analyze those regional experiences that have allowed Latin American countries to continue growing and improving their workforce.

Is this the time for developed countries to learn from emerging economies?

Objectives:

The 2011 Latin American Business Symposium will allow students to discuss with Latin American leaders some of the most outstanding business and economic experiences in the region that have led to this steep shift of the region towards development and massive growth.

Expected Outcomes:

  • Present countries’ case experiences in business, economic and financial markets development that have allow them to develop and increase growth
  • Discuss possible risks and challenges that Latin American countries could face, based on the experiences presented
  • Identify lessons learned through these experiences and possible similarities to the current situation of developed countries.

 

Testimonials:

""Before coming to Fuqua I knew that I would be going to one of the best Schools in the US. I remember when I interviewed with several Fuqua alumni they mentioned that I was about to have the best two years of my life. Nothing could be closer to the truth….. There are four things that really impressed me while I was studying here. 1. Team Fuqua. Team Fuqua differentiates Fuqua students from other schools. Even though students are very competitive, Fuqua students always work together and look for ways to improve the Fuqua brand. 2. Strong International Presence. More than forty percent of Fuqua students are internationals. In a globalized business environment it is essential to interact with people from all over the world. 3. Rankings. Fuqua is improving as a school each year and I am proud to be part of this improvement. 4. Living in Durham. The big advantage of living in a city like Durham is that you are able to meet and interact with all your MBA classmates. This creates a strong community within Fuqua. Living in Durham is also less expensive than living in a larger city and as such the quality of life is better. As I reflect on my time at Fuqua, I can now I can say that I made the right decision.""
Alberto Llosa, Class of 2011 - Peru

"Joining Fuqua has been an incredible experience, a once in a lifetime opportunity for me. Fuqua has prepared me for future challenges in the fast paced and competitive world we live in. Having the opportunity to study with students from different countries and cultural backgrounds has given me the opportunity to acquire a global perspective, being an international student myself. Fuqua’s curriculum is focused on teamwork and keeping its students updated with the latest management frameworks. I have met extraordinary people with whom I have developed excellent professional and personal relationships."
Claudia Hartel, Class of 2010 - Venezuela