The Purdue Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) offers Indiana organizations and institutions financial support from its Global Issues Fund for educational programs serving the state's business community. 

The Purdue CIBER was established in 1993 at the Krannert Graduate School of Management and is part of a national network of thirty Centers. CIBERs carry out research in international business and provide services and programs to assist United States businesses succeed in the global marketplace. This fund was created to promote increased international understanding and economic enterprise for businesses in Indiana. 

We are most interested in funding seminars, workshops or speaking engagements that increase the understanding of international economic issues and that help to improve the global competitiveness of Indiana businesses.  Awards range from $500 to $1,200.

The application guidelines are outlined on the enclosed page.  Sponsor partnerships between chambers of commerce, economic development agencies and academic institutions are encouraged. If you have questions or comments about this program, please feel free to call Purdue CIBER at (765) 496-6779, or e-mail at jaulby@purdue.edu .