Handy WEB Sites

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Here is a list of handy sites, relevent links where students who are or were attending my lectures will find complementary information. Also complimentary information to interested public.

These sites pertain to topics tackled here so far, relate to chosen centers of interest: partnerial approach, international development, ethical behaviour, results-focussed management,... I would appreciate your suggestions of site addition.

International Development - Canadian Resources

CIDA
Canadian International Development Agency. Information on CIDA programs and services.

Canada in the World
Canadian foreign policy Statement.

IDRC
International Development Research Centre. Searching solutions to third-world social, economic, environmental problems.

CECI
Canadian Centre for International Studies and Cooperation. Development NGO, highly professional, involved in all major fields of cooperation; worldwide network of decentralized national offices. CECI offers training on Project Management, Cross-cultural Efficiency,... and access to an extensive collection of books and documents in its Documentation Center.

Cegep of Saint-Jérôme
The Institutional Development Service holds various mandates: international development, customized and in-enterprise training, partnership development,... The college International Development Unit deals with projects and partners abroad.

College Lionel-Groulx
The college holds a 15-years experience in the international field. Current projects,... reinforcement of continuous education (Tunisia and Morocco), international enterprise Plastigroulx,... In preparation,... a new college certificate program; to develop the skills and master the concepts for successful international and intercultural activity.

International Development - US Resources

USAID
U.S. Agency for International Development. Policies, programs, aid sectors, regional programs.

AID Policy
U.S. Aid strategy of sustainable development.

Peace Corps
Agency's history, publications, policies. Job opportunities with the Peace Corps, Volunteer projects overseas, Peace Corps Partnership Program.

Ford Foundation
Ford Foundation. Goals: to strengthen democratic values, reduce poverty and injustice, promote international cooperation,...

International Development - International Resources

United Nations System
Official WEB site locator for the United Nations System organizations, with links to organizations such as UNESCO, UNHCR, UNICEF,... Classification of UN organizations, on-line information,...

UNDP
United Nations Development Program. Sustainable human development program.

World Bank CAS
Each CAS (country assistance strategy) describes the development strategy based on the assessment of country priorities and indicates the level and composition of assistance to be provided.

Sustainable Development Network
Sustainable development network "Spinning the Web". Group of leading NGOs working together to find ways of using Internet to meet the goals of sustainable development.

Country Information

IMF Country Information
The International Monetary Fund, an international organization of 182 member countries, publishes economic data for all countries.

World Bank Country Data
Data from World Development Indicators annual reports. On-line reference for 210 countries, with technical notes; also information by specialized subject, sector and region.

E-thologies Country Data
Country profiles by the Center for Intercultural Learning (CIL) of the Canadian Foreign Service Institute. Information on social, political, economic, environmental and cultural context.

U.S. Department of State Information
International information, countries and regions, US policy.

Business Ethics

Minnesota Principles
Code of ethics developed by a group of Minnesota business leaders. Fairness and integrity of business relationships in the emerging global marketplace. Links to other sites, studies and reports.

Caux Principles
The Caux Principles, ... a world standard for business. Shared leadership,... indispensable to a revitalized and more harmonious world. Development of continuing friendship, understanding and cooperation, based on common respect for the highest moral values and on responsible action by individuals in their own spheres of influence.

Caux Round Table
The Caux Round Table (global network of senior business leaders) is taking action on issues affecting society. It advocates positions on economic, social and environmental issues, and serves as a catalyst for positive change.

Helping Countries Combat Corruption: World Bank
Corruption undermines development and hampers effectiveness with which domestic savings and external aid are used in developing countries. This threatens to undermine grassroots support for foreign assistance. Corruption is of growing concern to donors, NGOs, governments and citizens in developing and industrial countries alike. The Bank provides guidance and assistance to all countries.

Concepts and Models - Culture and Enterprise

Paul Herbig's Papers
Paul Herbig is a well-known marketing guru and international consultant. List and text of his most important working papers: national cultures and management, cross-cultural business partnership, cross-cultural efficiency,...

Doing Business - Canada

Francophone Forum for Business
Discussion and business network focussed on cultural diversity. The Forum offers information services, provides training and technical support, to enhance networking and strengthen business partnerships within the Francophone economic area.

DFAIT
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade. Main source of information and programs for business people planning or being involved in business operations abroad.

Info Export
DFAIT Site dealing exclusively with trade, assisting canadian companies on export projects.

Export Source
Team Canada Inc. Informations on exportation and programs for canadian companies.

Working with CIDA
Guide intended for Canadian firms, individual consultants, voluntary organizations, institutions,... who are involved or would like to get involved with CIDA.

Partners in Development
Information and programs intended for CIDA partners: business community, NGOs, professional associations, co-operatives, educational institutions,... List of partners with hyperlinks to their WEB sites.

Doing Business - USA

USAID Procurement
USAID Office of Procurement, opportunities, policies and procedures.

International Trade Administration
U.S. Department of Commerce, ITA. Commercial service, export counseling, information on countries and regions, answers to export questions.

U.S. State Department
Region and country information, links to embassies, consulates and other missions.

U.S. State Department Services
Information and services: travel, living overseas, business. Country commercial guides.

Project Management

Results-Based Management
Results-Based Management in CIDA - Policy Statement.

Bibliography

Thematic Publications
Major reference books on culture and organizations, organizational culture and cross-cultural efficiency.

Thematic Bibliography
CECI Documentation Center. AZIMUT on-line catalogue: books and documents classified by subjects, authors and titles.

Library of Congress Country Studies
Country Studies/Area Handbooks Program. Search a keyword index, browse an alphabetical index, other research tools.

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