Instructors
Bettini | Brook | Cazem | Felix | Gonzales | Hawley | Hendrix | Hird | Jensen | Medeiros | Muscatelli | Nguyen | Pinkas | Prost | Rasiah | Steiner | Wong
Mark E. Bettini
Management Accounting
Professional Background
Twenty years in accounting and finance, emphasizing small-business management and consulting, litigation support, healthcare, and e-commerce. Developed educational programs for UC Berkeley Extension. Currently work for Dagobah Systems small-business consulting.
Education
B.S., psychology, Santa Clara University. M.B.A., finance and accounting, Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"Meeting students from other parts of the world and sharing our common experiences in the classroom."
Suggestion for students:
"Before you come to Berkeley, acquaint yourself with a set of basic financial statements of any company that interests you. At the IDPs, you not only study in a new language (English) but also learn a 'third language.' Accounting is said to be the language of business."
Martin Brook
International Finance
Fundamentals of Finance
Finance Seminar
Professional Background
Former vice president, assistant corporate controller, divisional CFO, and divisional general manager strategic planning, McKesson Corporation; senior positions with Booz, Allen & Hamilton, Cargolux Airlines in Luxembourg, British Airways in London; part-time instructor at UC Berkeley Extension, Golden Gate University; small-business consultant.
Education
B.S. University of Edinburgh, Scotland. M.B.A., Stanford University.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"Meeting students from different cultural backgrounds and helping them develop their talents. Learning new things about the subjects I teach."
Suggestion for recommendation students:
"Have fun early in the program. Be prepared to work hard late in the program. Make friends for life."
Mark Patino Cazem
International Business Law
Professional Background
Lawyer, international business consultant, litigation consultant, real estate investor, and educator. Law practice: international business transactions, commercial law, immigration law, civil litigation, probate, real estate law, and administrative law.
Education
B.A., M.B.A., San Francisco State University. J.D., University of California, Hastings College of the Law.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"I enjoy the kaleidoscope of ideas and opinions. The IDP experience is like a mini-United Nations."
Suggestion for students:
"Have good English language comprehension, analytical vision, ability to tell the trees from the forest, and enthusiasm for learning."
Anthony Felix
Essentials of Marketing
Professional Background
Twenty years of experience in database marketing, marketing analytics, customer relationship marketing, and risk management analytics; independent consultant, data mining for marketing and customer relationship management; several management positions in various major corporations in database marketing strategy, planning, customer information management, data mining, advanced analytics.
Education
M.B.A., University of San Francisco. Graduate studies in demography, University of the Philippines. B.A., economics, University of the Philippines.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"Teaching at IDP exposes me to the tremendous wealth of cultural diversity that students bring to the class. The IDPs enrich my perspective on the universality of marketing and the diversity of markets in this age of globalization."
Suggestion for students:
"Actively exchange ideas and share your experiences with your classmates in the classroom and through social interaction. This will definitely help your career as you navigate the global market."
John Gonzales
Essentials of Economics Seminar
Risk Analysis Seminar
Intermediate Corporate Finance
International Economics
Professional Background
Assistant professor of economics, University of San Francisco. Previous work as an investment consultant and as principal economist (principal administrator), Centre for Co-operation with the Economies in Transition, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Education
M.A., Ph. D. in economics, University of Wisconsin, Madison. B.A. in economics, California State University, Fullerton.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"The students are very motivated and their diversity makes the courses more interesting."
Suggestion for students:
"Be ready to work hard and have one of the best experiences of your life."
Doug Hawley
Quality Management for Project Managers
Introduction to Project Management
Professional Background
Quality consultant; western U. S. field project manager, Emerson Electric; chief financial officer, EDCO Engineering; loan officer, Union Bank; process design engineer, Ford Motor Co.; commander, fighter pilot, U.S. Navy.
Education
M.B.A., Cornell University. B.S., mechanical engineering, California State University, San Diego. Distinguished Naval Graduate, U.S. Naval Flight Training.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"Supporting the development of future multicultural leaders who are on their way to careers in government, business, and education."
Suggestion for students:
"Celebrate and continue to grow your multicultural and multilingual experience. It is one of your greatest strengths and a gift to the world."
Gene Hendrix
Organization and Management
Human Factors
Global Business and Marketing Strategy Seminars
Internship Program, Student Adviser
Professional Background
More than 20 years as consultant and adviser to the international oil industry, Royal Dutch Shell, Shell Canada, and other companies; faculty of management, McGill University, Montreal.
Education:
Ph.D., organization behavior, Case Western Reserve University.
The best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"The opportunity to be with the finest young men and women from around the world and to help them experience what 'globalization' really means."
Suggestion for students:
"Be open-minded, have confidence in yourself, make friends from other countries and cultures, work hard, but have fun."
Terence K. Hird
Business Negotiation
International Business Management
Marketing Math
Global Business and Marketing Strategy
Professional Background
Thirty years managing international business operations; principal and consultant on numerous international joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions, and multi-country partnerships; domestic and foreign international trade and logistics consultant; founder of Negotiation-International, a negotiation training and consulting firm.
Education
M.B.A., Pepperdine University. B.A., Johns Hopkins University.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"The interaction with multicultural students. It is as close as I can get to what I have enjoyed my whole professional life: working overseas. Each day I teach, I also learn from the students."
Suggestion for students:
"Read as much as you can about what is current in business today and stay current, so that when you attend the IDP classes you can apply the academic lessons to the real world. Come to the IDPs ready to learn, but also come to have fun."
Karina R. Jensen
International Marketing
Professional Background
Twenty years in global management consulting, communication facilitation, and international marketing instruction. Founder and principal of Global Minds Network; launched, managed, and marketed products and education programs across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific for Hyperion, Adobe, Macromedia, NEC, and Symantec.
Education
M.B.A., ENPC School of International Management, Paris, France. B.A., public relations, California State University, San Jose.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"The students! The opportunity to teach and facilitate international marketing education for professionals from diverse cultures and backgrounds."
Suggestion for students:
"Keep an open mind, stay committed to learning, and enjoy the experience."
Martin Medeiros
Essentials of Economics
Financial Modeling
Global Business and Marketing Strategy
Professional Background
Corporate economist/analyst for the Bank of America Corporation, eight years.
Education
B.A., University of California at Santa Cruz. M.A., California State University at Hayward.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"I get to travel around the world without ever leaving Berkeley. Every day I meet new people and learn about world cultures."
A suggestion for students:
"There is so much to take in (studies, culture, life). Sometimes this can be a bit overwhelming. Keep an open mind and believe that you will learn something of value. You will come away from your experience a better person."
Something unique or unusual about you:
"I like to travel and teach. From Asia to Europe I have taught economics courses."
Patricia Muscatelli
Advanced Corporate Finance
Professional Background
Twenty years in bank financial analysis and planning (corporate and international divisions); agricultural cooperative treasury; consultant to small and medium-sized businesses.
Education
M.B.A., University of California, Berkeley. M.S., Queens College, New York City. B.A., Hunter College, New York City.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"Meeting students from around the world and being able to discuss finance from a multicultural perspective."
Suggestion for students:
"Don't try to memorize all the content and formulas. Concentrate on understanding the concepts."
Nicole Nguyen
Brand Management
Professional Background
Former banker and trader on Wall Street; start-ups for multinationals in Asia; experience in consumer products, high tech, travel, and nonprofit management; teach marketing courses at UC Berkeley Extension, and strategic management and entrepreneurship at University of San Francisco.
Education
M.B.A., marketing and finance, Northwestern University. B.A., economics, Harvard University.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"Students are interesting, friendly, and enthusiastic about learning."
A suggestion or recommendation for prospective students:
"Open your heart and mind to new challenges; adapt to new situations."
Catherine Pinkas
Contract Management
MS Project
Professional Background
Twenty years of project management experience in financial management, procurement, construction, information technology, human resources, and instructional design. Manage project managers in corporate, off-site, and off-shore locations. Designed and built two large-scale project management offices for major corporations.
Education:
M.B.A., JFK University.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"The students! Meeting delightful and talented individuals from all over the world."
Suggestion for students:
"Project management is a wonderful skill that can be used in any career to assure that work is done properly, on time, and on budget. These skills demonstrate that you can accomplish the work that needs to be done and can put you on the fast track to success in the business world."
Something unique about me:
"My hobby is audio engineering, and I actively design sound for musical programs and theatrical events."
Jim Prost
Strategic Marketing
Professional Background
More than 16 years as an independent consultant in marketing and strategy development, presentation skills coaching; experience in the sales and marketing functions of corporations, high-tech industry; author of the instructor's manual for Strategic Market Management by Dave Aaker.
Education
M.B.A., UC Berkeley.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"Meeting interesting students and learning about other cultures and traditions; seeing the world through their eyes."
A suggestion for students:
"An IDP can be a life-altering experience. Commit yourself to your studies and see as much of the U.S. as you can in order to get a balanced view of Americans."
Mark R. Rasiah
Basic Corporate Finance
Management Accounting
Business Forecasting and planning
Professional Background
Founder, American Consulting Group; deputy director of finance, City of San Jose, CA; accounting manager, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority; CFO, Environmental Site Tracking & Management, Inc.; assistant CFO/controller, East Bay Regional Park District; deputy director of operations, Larkin Street Services, Inc.; senior operations analyst, United Airlines; senior financial analyst, Hewlett-Packard; production division accountant, CTC Ltd., U.K.
Education
M.B.A., UC Berkeley. Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, U.K.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"Interacting with a highly intelligent, skilled, motivated, and talented group of students from a broad spectrum of international backgrounds."
Suggestion for students:
"Be prepared to challenge yourself, to work hard, have fun, and to take exciting knowledge back to your country. You will share successes, make lifelong friends, and cherish fond memories."
Bob Steiner
Marketing Research
Professional Background
Business management, marketing, consulting, and training for more than 20 years. Leadership positions in marketing and sales for AT&T. Currently an independent business and training consultant in marketing research, leadership, business planning, and cross-cultural communication.
Education
M.B.A., Monterey Institute of International Studies. B.A., Hampshire College.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"I enjoy the multicultural aspect of the students, their global perspective, and their intense drive to learn and excel in the field of marketing."
Suggestion for students:
"Be prepared to work hard, and also to get your work done efficiently so you have time to see the beautiful scenery California has to offer, from the mountains to the coastline."
Something unique about me:
"I have traveled to more than 40 countries and speak Spanish, German, and French. I have lived and worked in various countries in Europe, Latin America, and Asia."
Henry Wong
Business Valuation
Professional Background
Venture capital investor
Education
J.D., American University, Washington College of Law. M.B.A.,
American University, Kogod School of Business. B.A., finance,
University of Washington School of Business.
Best part about teaching in the International Diploma Programs:
"The diversity of the student population."
Suggestion for students:
"Manage time wisely and consider bringing a laptop computer."
Something unique or unusual about you:
"I am an avid snow boarder and wake boarder."