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Bridging the Digital Divide in China
The Convergence of Electronic Markets, Freedom of Expression,
and the Role of Education

Reception followed by panel discussion

The Robert H. Smith School of Business and the Maryland-China Business Council proudly present a panel of experts from the sectors of government, education, and business to engage in discussion around the convergence and impact of globalization, technology and the entrepreneurial spirit. As global exchange and the growing Chinese consumer class evolve we are witness to a new dawn of utility of technology products and services within the marketplace. The strategies that entrepreneurs use to enter this market, the challenges they have had and likely will face in the future, and the impact of an increasingly decentralized (uncontrolled) communication infrastructure will be discussed by the panelists.

This event is cosponsored by a grant from the US Department of Education Business and International Education & the Robert H. Smith School of Business

The Robert H. Smith School of Business is an internationally recognized leader in management education and research for the digital economy. One of 13 colleges and schools at the University of Maryland, College Park, the Smith School offers undergraduate, full-time and part-time MBA, Executive MBA, PhD, and executive education programs, as well as outreach services to the corporate community. The school offers its degree, custom and certification programs in learning locations in three continents including North America, Europe and Asia. More information about the Robert H. Smith School of Business can be found at www.rhsmith.umd.edu.

Featuring:

Speakers:
Dr. Joseph Bailey, Prof. of Decision and Information Technologies and Director of the Center for Electronic Markets and Enterprises, University of Maryland

Mario W. Cardullo, Counselor for Technology and Entrepreneurism, Office of the Under Secretary, International Trade Administration, US Department of Commerce.