Lahser High School - Leadership, Honor & Scholarship
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The Oakland County
Automation Alley’s Global Trade Mission 2008
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February 28th, 29th, March 1st

The Global Trade Mission is designed to immerse high school students in an authentic business experience that reflects the process companies engaged in global trade.

Teams of four students from across Southeast Michigan school districts are issued a Trade Challenge: to research, develop and market a product for consumers in another country. These Challenge Teams develop and present their business plan to an Evaluator Panel for constructive feedback. Students who return to subsequent GTM events will work to further their knowledge as Trade Analysts who assist and evaluate the Challenge Teams.

Teacher–Coaches facilitate in the workrooms while volunteers from area companies serve as Business Coaches who work side-by-side with students in developing their market plan. Teams stay on track by working toward stipulated outcomes outlined on their Passport to Success.
Embedded seminars provide students first-hand information on key topics, including Free Trade Agreements and Financing your Global Mission. The GTM Cultural Exchange exposes students to the cultural values and business overview of more than 20 countries worldwide. Global Business Experts from trade, government, and business introduce students to the global economy, Michigan’s role, and their own role as a member of the future workforce in this new global economy.
 
Students and their parents gain additional information at the mini-College–and Career Fair, and can apply for summer internships, summer Career Preparation courses, and other opportunities 
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