How to Learn More about International Business? First-hand Eхperience!

18:22, April 25, 2018

In April Philip Morris conducted a course PMI Business School. Engaging presentations, discussions and useful life hacks — the classes went all too quickly!

The programme International Economics and Business is not only about theoretical knowledge that not necessarily will come in useful in the future. We are constantly testing everything out and learning about current trends in international business. This is the only way that our students are going to become top specialists in their field.

And we have people who are on the same page with us. Our partners from Philip Morris International designed a special course PMI Business School.

This spring a team of business professionals shared their eхperience and a lot of practical knowledge. There was an animated dialogue instead of boring lectures, and real business games and cases instead of usual seminars.

• How to build a good-quality personal brand?
• How is coaching useful for solving difficult issues?
• What negotiations skills are required in modern business?
• How to give and receive feedback for efficient communication?

Now the students know the answers to all these questions and acquired many practical skills.

Elena Podkorytova comments on the course:

«I hadn’t known about Philip Morris at all before, and this course gave me a chance to get in touch with a potential employer. I immediately noticed how responsible the company was in preparation for this event. There was no cold theory, and many of the things we learnt will surely be in demand in my professional career. The most memorable for me was the business game where I had to try out the role of a design-developer, work in a team and develop negotiation skills».

Dmitry Trofimov:

«Logic, teamwork and decision-making skills came in handy in this course. Of course, there were difficulties, misunderstanding and even small conflicts, but thanks to professional help of our instructors we were able to analyze our mistakes and draw reasonable conclusions. Such unusual classes conducted by true professionals in a friendly atmosphere make a bright memory of our student life, as well as give opportunities to apply theoretical and practical knowledge and reinterpret it».

Instead of a regular exam, the students tested their knowledge in a Quiz game, received certificates and presents that will allow for broadening their learning horizons further.