CGBP Partners

Many organizations have assisted in the development and funding of the NASBITE CGBP Program:

FUNDING PARTNERS


U.S. Department of Education Title VIB Program - assisted with funding and promotion of the credential

Centers for International Business Education and Research (CIBERS) - assisted with funding, promotion of the credential, and access to subject matter experts.  The following CIBERs provided funding:

  • Florida State University
  • Michigan State University
  • The Ohio State University
  • San Diego State University
  • Temple University
  • Texas A&M University
  • University of Illinois
  • University of Memphis
  • University of Texas

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity - assisted with funding.

California Centers for International Trade Development - assisted with funding.


DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS AND ADVISORS

Professional Examination Service (PES)

PES has been a contractor to NASBITE in developing the credential.  PES facilitated the feasibility studies, national survey, development of the tasks and knowledge statements, and creation of the exam.  With 60 years of credentialing experience to hundreds of clients, PES was invaluable to ensuring the NASBITE CGBP is valid, reliable, and consistent for all candidates.

A number of federal agencies and national organizations have also assisted in the development and support of the program including:

  • The Commercial Service of the U.S. Department of Commerce
  • U.S. District Export Councils
  • The Foreign Agricultural Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture
  • FCIB - An Association of Executives in Finance, Credit and International Business
  • SIDO - State International Development Organizations
  • U.S. Small Business Administration
  • U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)