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Academic Alliance Partners

The International Association of Outsourcing Professionals is concerned with all aspects of outsourcing on a global level. Our corporate and professional members are diverse in size, industry, region and service focus. Through our member feedback from surveys, research, and chapter and event activity, we endeavor to continue expanding our membership benefits to better enhance the value of our organization to all of our members.

IAOP acknowledges the importance of continually educating our members by developing research and providing academic based best standards that improve the industry and outsourcing as a profession. With this goal in mind, IAOP has formed unique, multi-dimensional relationships with strategic Academic Alliance Partners.

	Duke C.I.B.E.R. Fuqua School of Business Offshoring Research Network (ORN) The Offshoring Research Network (ORN), headed by Dr. Arie Y. Lewin, has a strong relationship with IAOP, and IAOP Chairman Michael F. Corbett is part of the ORN Global Team. ORN’s Project Director Jeff Russell sits on the IAOP European Advisory Board. IAOP and DUKE ORN collaborate in many ways, including: Research studies that contribute to IAOP’s Outsourcing Professional Body of Knowledge (OPBOK) and its Knowledge Center, Firmbuilder.com Presentation of professional executive training such as the successful Outsourcing & Offshoring Strategies (SOOS) class Duke-associated IESE Business School, University of Navarra, Spain, hosted The 2008 European Outsourcing Summit, presented by IAOP
	Carnegie Mellon Silicon Valley - Cloud Service Measurement Initiative Consortium (CSMIC) Carnegie Mellon Silicon Valley has launched an initiative to address the need for industry-wide, globally accepted measures for calculating the benefits and risks of cloud computing services. The Cloud Service Measurement Initiative Consortium, known as CSMIC, is being formed with thought-leaders who are experts in measuring and managing IT-enabled services. This initiative will develop a dynamic Service Measurement Index (SMI) that is a set of business-centric performance indicators that will provide IT professionals with a standardized method for measuring and comparing internal and external cloud services. IAOP and Carnagie Mellon collaborate in many ways, including: IAOP membership in the CSMIC working on the Service Measurement Index (SMI) CSMIC Founders Dr. Jane Siegle, COP and Jeff Perdue, COP also collaborate with IAOP through corporate and professional development Stategic Alliance Partner ITSqc. CSMIC founders are co-chairs of IAOPs Cloud Computing chapter, and other key chapter chairs partner as members of CSMIC
	Boston University School of Management Institute for Global Work (IGW) Founded as the College of Business Administration in 1913, Boston University School of Management educates builders and leaders, uniquely fusing the art, science and technology of business. The school is the global pioneer of the MS-MBA program, a rigorous dual degree, next generation MBA integrating traditional management education with expertise in the information technologies that are transforming every business. The school also offers executive programs along with its undergraduate degree and a full range of graduate degrees, such as the top-ranked MBA in health sector management and the MBA in public & nonprofit management. IGW and IAOP collaborate on: Contributions to the IAOP Training & Certification Committee Insight and articles of interest to all IAOP members Research related to fostering partnerships between industry and academia
	California State University Fullerton Mihaylo College of Business and Economics – Institute for Research and Education in Outsourcing (IREO) and Center for the Study of Emerging Markets (CSEM) The Cal State Fullerton Mihaylo College of Business and Economics – Center for the Study of Emerging Markets (CSEM) and Institute for Research an Education in Outsourcing Center, led by Director Joseph Greco, works with IAOP to enable business leaders to maximize their outsourcing initiatives and successfully manage their outsourcing relationships. Joint collaborations include: Contributions to the IAOP Training & Certification Committee Insight and articles of interest to all IAOP members Research related to promoting the flow of global information and technology between the academic and business communities
	Copenhagen Business School Copenhagen Business School (CBS) was established in 1917 and became integrated as an institution of higher education in the Danish education system in 1965. Today CBS is regulated by the Danish Universities Act 2003 under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.CBS is one of the largest business schools in Europe with more than 16,000 students. CBS offers world-class research-based degree programs at undergraduate, graduate and PhD levels as well as executive and other post experience education programmes.CBS creates and provides original and relevant knowledge through publishing, participation in the public debate, consultancy and our Expert database Experts@CBS. CBS develops and shares knowledge in partnership with other universities, enterprises and organizations and contributes to the development of business and society. CBS and IAOP collaborate on: Co-Chairing IAOP’s Nordic Chapter Research related to the outsourcing industry Contributions to the IAOP Career Mapping Initiative Insight and articles of interest to all IAOP members
	University of St. Thomas Cameron School of Business The excellence of University of St. Thomas’ programs continue to hinge on one-to-one engagement between faculty and students and the academic leadership of our faculty. Our students are well prepared to go out into the world to take their place as leaders of faith and character. We will continue to grow, to promote academic excellence, and to enhance our service to our community until we take our place among the best universities in the world. The Cameron School of Business educates students of diverse backgrounds, teaching professional skills necessary for a changing global economy and instilling a deep appreciation for ethical behavior inspired by the educational tradition of the founding Basilian Fathers. Cameron School of Business and IAOP collaborate on: Co-Chairing IAOP’s Texas Chapter and IAOP Tools and Technology Innovation Chapter Research related to the outsourcing industry Contributions to the IAOP Career Mapping Initiative Insight and articles of interest to all IAOP members
	University of Missouri-St. Louis College of Business Administration The University of Missouri-St. Louis provides excellent learning experiences and leadership opportunities for a diverse student body through its outstanding faculty, ranked programs, innovative research and regional, national and international partnerships. UMSL employs more than 1,400 full-time and part-time teaching and research faculty members. Faculty are experts in their respective fields and routinely publish books and articles in nationally renowned academic journals. Several of its 131 degree and certificate programs have attained national recognition for their quality, including biology, criminology, education, information systems, international business, nursing, optometry, psychology, public policy and tropical ecology. The largest university in the region, UMSL enrolls more than 15,500 students from 46 states and 77 countries and 40,000 additional students in non-credit continuing education programs. Despite its international flavor, the UMSL student body comes primarily from, and reflects the diversity of, the region. More than 1,200 students live on campus and 175 students participate in one of 11 NCAA Division II sports programs. UMSL and IAOP collaborate on: Co-Chairing IAOP’s Midwest Chapter Research related to the outsourcing industry Contributions to the IAOP Career Mapping Initiative Insight and articles of interest to all IAOP members
	Ryerson University Ted Rogers School of Management Located on Bay Street, in the heart of Toronto's business community, The Ted Rogers School of Management at Ryerson University is Canada's largest undergraduate management school. It is recognized for its innovative programs and for producing students who are immediately able to contribute to Canadian business. The Ted Rogers School of Management is grounded in contemporary applied business practice. The available undergraduate Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) programs are grouped into the Ted Rogers School of Business Management, the Ted Rogers School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, the Ted Rogers School of Informatinon Technology Management, and the Ted Rogers School of Retail Management. Graduate studies are also offered and consist of a broad-based Master of Busines Administration (MBA) with an international focus and an MBA and Master of Management Science (MMSc) in Management of Technology and Innovation. Canada's top employers recruit and recognize the Ryerson MBA program. The curriculum is rigorous and is a Canadian accredited MBA program and is currently under review for international accreditation through the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The program also has very flexible study options. In addition to its innovative and solid curriculum, research is a primary focus. The Ted Rogers School of Management is committed to research that directly contributes to the future success of its students, faculty, business in Candada and the nation's economy. Research initiatives also include other Ryerson faculty members, as well as researchers at other universities in Canada and abroad. Ryerson University and IAOP collaborate on: Research related to CSR in outsourcing industry Contributions to the IAOP CSR Subcommittee Insight and articles of interest to all IAOP members
	University of Tennessee, Knoxville Center for Executive Education The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, College of Business Administration develops mindful leaders of worthy enterprise. Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is the state’s land-grand institution. The College of Business Administration was founded in 1913 and the college’s Center for Executive Education (CEE) was founded in 1974. CEE pioneered the development of open enrollment and custom programs in quality improvement, lean, and supply chain management. The University of Tennessee Center for Executive Education is a leader in management education and business solutions. It showcases open enrollment and custom programming in Vested Outsourcing (certification available), Supply Chain Management (certification available), Logistics, Performance-Based Life Cycle Product Support (PBL), Lean Enterprise, Process Improvement and Leadership Development. It also offers transformational learning experiences through five, high-compression-learning Executive MBA programs that blend intensive residency periods with web-based, distance learning. UT and IAOP collaborate on: Vested Outsourcing Insight and articles of interest to all IAOP members