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Safe Landings: Preparation and Precautions for International Travel for EMBA Programs
June 29, 2010
9:30 AM, Eastern Standard Time
Repeated at 4 PM, Eastern Standard Time
Time: 75 minutes

Expert Guidance
This webinar features Julie Friend, a lawyer who specializes in risk assessment, institutional liability, and emergency preparedness and response for university- and college-sponsored international travel.

Friend has worked in the field of international education for 16 years, previously serving as international analyst for travel health, safety, and security for the Office of Study Abroad and the Center for International Studies and Programs at Michigan State University.

Her current work includes policy development regarding health, safety, and risk assessment, as well as emergency preparedness and response training for study-abroad program leaders. Most recently, she is working with faculty in high-risk locations abroad to develop comprehensive personal and facilities security plans. She is a member of the Executive Council of the U.S. Department of State Overseas Security Advisory Council and also writes regularly for the International Educator about insurance and overseas study and travel.

Rich Content
The interactive webinar – for those EMBA members who are responsible for any or all aspects of international trip delivery for their students – will encourage questions from participants as well.

It will take a closer look at:

Potential risks for educational institutions, including health, crime, accidents, and other significant events
Due diligence and responsibilities
Approaches to conducting a risk analysis
Emergency preparedness and responses, including policy, procedures, and training
Resources that are available on campus and through other sources, including associations, organizations, and the government

Registration Information
The fee to participate in the webinar is $89. With limited available slots, early registration is encouraged.

REGISTRATION CLOSED

What you need to know: The webinar will use Voice-Over IP (VOIP) technology, which means you need only a computer, either a PC or Macintosh, with access to the Internet and with either internal or external speakers. You may submit comments or questions live one of two ways: online through chat capability or through the microphone on your computer.

What you will receive: You will receive a confirmation upon registration. In addition, a few days before the seminar, you will receive a second e-mail with a web link and code for the webinar and any additional instructions.

Please note: You must participate only in the session for which you register.

Webinar Cancellation Policy: Full webinar fees will be refunded if cancellation is received in writing no later than June 22, 2010. NO REFUNDS will be granted after that time or for “no shows.”