2005 International Conferences - Global Business Development Institute (TOM)

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Cal Poly Pomona TOM presents Global Business Development Institute
2005 International Conferences
January 3-6, 2005 Bangkok, Thailand
May 31 – June 3, 2005 Las Vegas, Nevada, USA


In the new millennium, we are experiencing a rapid growth of goods, money, people, and data flowing across national borders and it has brought about benefits to various countries. To thrive in the global economy, transformation to a market economy, development of human capital, management innovation, technological development, investment in infrastructure and many other factors are to be focused to reshape the organizations. Threats of fierce competition among nations, corporate espionage, struggle for worker rights and the issue of poverty, debt relief, high energy prices, and care for environment are the great challenges for the international community.

The GBDI conferences will serve as important meetings for the discussion and exchange of ideas & information to enhance understanding, appreciation, and cooperation among diverse groups and various countries. Educators, executives and government officials from around the world are invited to participate in these international conferences.

CALL FOR PAPERS
Abstracts/Papers are invited in, but not limited to, the topic areas listed. Proposals for cases, workshops, symposia, colloquia, panels, tutorials on current topics of interest, and other special sessions, are also invited in all topic areas.

Topic Area Code
01. Accounting
02. Business Law and Ethics
03. Business Policy and Strategy
04. Entrepreneurship and New Ventures
05. Finance
06. Global Business
07. Innovative Education & Academic Administration
08. Internet, E-Commerce & Technology Management
09. Management and Organizational Behavior
10. Management Information Systems
11. Management of Quality and Competitiveness
12. Management Science and Quantitative Methods
13. Marketing Management
14. Production and Operations Management
15. Public Policy & Non-Profit Organizations
16. Service Management (including Healthcare and Hospitality Management)
17. Small Business
18. Economics
19. Research Methods
20. Allied Disciplines

A lead speaker shall propose a panel symposium which will have three or more related presentations by various speakers. A workshop proposal is suitable for presentations that include a significant experimental component. Submission of an abstract or other proposal implies that the author(s) will register for and attend the conference. Presentations are scheduled for about 25 minutes made by an individual or several speakers.


Electronic Proceedings
Accepted and presented papers will be eligible for inclusion in the Electronic Proceedings of 2005 GBDI International Conference to be developed and maintained at a web site. In order to be included in the Electronic Proceedings, full papers must be prepared and submitted strictly according to the instructions to be made available via the Conference web site. The submissions for the Electronic Proceedings must be received within one month after the conclusion of the conference. Late submissions will not be accepted. The web site for the Electronic Proceedings is expected to be ready in three months after the conclusion of the conference. There will be no hard-copy proceedings.


PROGRAM COMMITTEE
P. Rama Ramalingam, California State Polytechnic University, USA, Chairman
Francisca Beer, California State University, San Bernardino, USA
Rajan Chandra, California State Polytechnic University, USA
Kazem Darbandi, California State Polytechnic University, USA
Vijay Deokar, Claremont Graduate University, USA
Michael Inoue, Kyocera International, USA
Daulatraum Lund, University of Nevada, USA
Claudio Munoz, University of La Verne, USA
Osman Mohamad, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
Aizzat Mohd, Nasurdin, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
Shigeru Nishiyama, Kyushu International University, Japan
Genevieve Nouyrigat, University of Grenoble, France
Charunya Parncharoen, Dhurakijpundit University, Thailand
Ramkishen Rajan, Adelaide University, Australia
Gyaneshwar Rao, University of South Pacific, Fiji
Michita C. Rodsutti, Management Psychology Institute, Thailand
Kaewta Rohitratana, Thammasat University, Thailand
S. Sadagopan, Indian Institute of Information Technology, India
Shiori Sakamoto, California State Polytechnic University, USA
Anwar Salimi, California State Polytechnic University, USA
James Salvate, California State Polytechnic University, USA
Shubha Seshanna, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Erich Spencer, University of Chile, Chile
Shanthi Srinivas, California State Polytechnic University, USA
Vernon Stauble, California State Polytechnic University, USA
S. Viswanathan, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Robin White, University College of the Fraser Valley, Canada

About Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, is one of the world’s top tourist destinations. Experience the glittering temples, colorful markets, fancy shopping centers, department stores, antiques and crafts shops, miles of finest sand beaches, jungle regions, and
exotic nightlife. Silk, gems, jewelry, silverwork and laquerware are some popular buys in Thailand. The city has numerous hotels, restaurants and other tourist facilities. Air travel to Thailand is heavy in December and January. Participants from abroad are strongly advised to make travel arrangements well in advance.

About Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
The world’s largest adult playground, Las Vegas is dedicated to gambling and entertainment. Also, America’s most dynamic city is a family destination with many activities and attractions including these: watch a volcano erupt, ride rollercoaster, see pirate battle, fabulous theme hotels and amusement parks. Las Vegas has many hotels in varied classifications of deluxe, standard and budget hotels. You can take side trips to the water sports of Hoover Dam, one of the popular attractions in the USA, and the Grand Canyon, one of the greatest natural wonders of the world.

Global Business Development Institute
2005 International Conferences
Competing in the 21st Century
Track Chairs for Topic Areas

The Track Chairs will be listed in both the Conference Web-Site and Conference Program. For details, visit the web-site or contact Prof. Rama Ramalingam soon. Are you interested to serve as a Track Chair?


Prof. P. Rama Ramalingam
Technology & Operations Mgmt. Dept.
College of Business Administration
California State Polytechnic University
Pomona, CA 91768, U.S.A.