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About Stern in Africa
Stern in Africa is an association dedicated to providing increased exposure to Business and Investment opportunities in Africa
Stern in Africa organizes events (professional, educational, social) that enables thought leaders, industry pioneers, and high caliber students to promote investments in Africa and highlight the growing importance of the continent in the global economy
SIA serves as a conduit for connecting talented MBA students to wonderful professional opportunities related to Africa, spanning all industries and career tracks
SIA provides its sponsors and members with great value through a wide range of events such as conferences, speaker series, case studies, research opportunities, panel discussions, and cultural events
Located in New York City, the financial capital of the world, Stern in Africa provides the prime location for increasing awareness on the growing economies of Africa
Objectives
Business in Africa
- Bring together thought leaders to the world's financial capital to create business opportunities in Africa through Business Conferences
- Serve as a conduit for discussions on economic and political developments in Africa and bring together businesses and faculty through Speaker series, targeted events
- Develop lasting relationships with business leaders leading to direct investment opportunities in Africa through Speaker series
- Bring together African representatives using the Stern/NYU alumni network
Education
- Incorporate African business issues into Stern curriculum .
- Case studies Competitons: Directly address Africa business issues and provide actionable recommendation to companies
- Competition will include neighboring schools to provide larger talent pool
- Provide research opportunities on Africa to Stern students by collaborating with research institutes worldwide
- Increase the recruitment and facilitate the success of African students at NYU stern
through Scholarships and Fellowships
Social
- Raise awareness on social issues such as poverty, health and education affecting Africa
- Provide a forum for discussion by bringing together corporations, faculty and students
Speaker series, panel discussions that have actionable outcomes
- Organize events that showcase the wonderful diverse cultures that Africa has to offer
- Engage closely with the African and New York community through mentorship, community service and volunteering
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