Certificate in Global Benefits Management
Topics/Agenda
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- The path to cross-cultural competence
- Using the DIN (Describe, Interpret, Navigate), DMIS (Developmental Model of Intercultural Sensitivity) and IDI (Intercultural Development Inventory) models in your everyday interactions
- The seven dimensions of culture
- The impact of diversity and inclusion on team performance
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Employee benefits in a global perspective
- Understanding your needs: Company, market and talent
- Management blueprint
- Diligence and efficiencies
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Who: Globally mobile definitions and international terminology
- What: Global vs. U.S. programs, long- and short-term insurance needs
- Why: Standards of care, unforeseen risk, preparation and duty of care
- Where: BRICs, CIVETS, etc.
- When: Predeparture, assignment, repatriation
- How: Building an RFP
10:15 AM - 12:00 PM
- ACA and the legal position of expatriate health plans
- Global health challenges
- Comparative health care models
- Developing a global health and well-being strategy
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- What is a multinational pool?
- What benefits are poolable?
- Key steps in establishing a pool
- From concept to reality—Practical steps for implementation
- Offshore retirement plans: Terminology, design and trends
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Stephen Barry
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Economic, workforce and political trends
- Overview of Europe and the European Union (EU): Growth, institutions, key legislation, cross-border pensions, works councils, Social Security
- Subregional perspectives: Central Europe, Eastern Europe, Nordic Region
- Country perspectives
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
- Economic, workforce and political trends
- HR trends overview, including the prevalence in benefits offered in different countries
- Comparing and contrasting countries in the region
- Country perspectives
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Eduardo Jauregui Morales
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Economic, workforce and political trends
- Trends in the HR, compensation and benefits environment
- Prevalence of benefits offered in different countries
- Employer view vs. employee view
- Country perspectives
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
(*Required Session*)
Apply what has been learned this week in a variety of mock case study scenarios, review outstanding questions and have the opportunity to learn from your peers in this interactive session.
*In order to earn a Certificate of Achievement, you must attend eight of the nine sessions offered. The Case Studies and Application session is required as one of the eight sessions. Please make your travel plans accordingly.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Economic, workforce and political trends
- Unique aspects of conducting business in the Middle East
- Gulf Cooperative Council (GCC) countries’ distinctive features and demographics
- Country perspectives
Benefits of Attending
- Gain a thorough education in the critical areas of global benefits management.
- Receive intensive training over 4½ days of instruction, allowing you to complete the certificate program in one trip.
- Obtain a solid foundation in international benefits and an enhanced understanding of the differences in benefit packages offered around the world.
Who Should Attend
Speakers
Stephen Barry
Director, Strategic Relationships and Global Solutions
Voya Financial
Eduardo Jauregui Morales
Global Consultant and Partner, Multinational Advisory Latin America Leader
Mercer Marsh Benefits
This is such a great way to understand benefits globally. The discussions among fellow colleagues and industry subject matter experts allow you to absorb the information efficiently.
Renu ChhabraCBRE
Pricing
Until January 8, 2024
$2,950.00
US Member
$3,280.00
US Non-member
After January 8, 2024
$3,250.00
US Member
$3,580.00
US Non-member
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More than 31,000 members rely on the Foundation to provide comprehensive health care, pension, fiduciary responsibility, investment, retirement security and other benefits education.
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Continuing Education credit is available for the following certifications/designations:
- CEBS Compliance
- NWI CWP
- NCHEC
- HRCI
- SHRM
- CPHR
- HRPA
You must request CE when you register, and you must attend in full as it occurs live.
**Attendance will be verified following the conference and a certificate mailed within 6 weeks of the completion of the conference. Viewing on demand recordings of the sessions will not qualify for Continuing Education Credit.
Educational sessions at this program can qualify for self-reported CEBS® Compliance credit. Visit www.cebs.org/compliance for additional information.
Note: Requests made for CE credit do not guarantee administration of credit. For further information on CE credit, please call (262) 786-6710, option 2, or visit our website at www.ifebp.org/education---events/continuing-education-credit.