GlobalTarget™ Program
2026-2027
2026-2027 PROGRAM
Interested in joining the 2026-2027 cohort? Contact the Global Business Center at gbc@csuohio.edu for more information.
Check back soon for additional details about this year's program, which is scheduled to begin in December 2026.
GLOBALTARGET AN EXPORT ACCELERATOR
The GlobalTarget program was created in 2005 by the Monte Ahuja College of Business Global Business Center at Cleveland State University, the SBDC Export Assistance Network (EAN), the U.S. Commercial Service and other regional and international organizations.
There are two ways to participate in the GlobalTarget program: 1) Company Membership in a seven-month cohort or 2) Individual Mentorship, which can be renewed annually.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
To participate in the GlobalTarget program, we request a 5-month commitment from January through May 2027.
MEMBERSHIP
GlobalTarget membership provides a low-cost, interactive method to extend a company's international resources to build an effective global strategy. Companies will gain the skills they need to manage global markets.
By participating in the GlobalTarget Program, companies with sales from $5 million to $50 million that are expanding into foreign markets will gain knowledge, tools, current perspectives on operating in global markets and best practices in order to execute their global strategies more efficiently, effectively and quickly. Qualifying companies can receive 100% reimbursement on the enrollment fee through the Ohio IMAGE/STEP grant.
2026-27 SCHEDULE
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WHY
There are many reasons to join the GlobalTarget program. Learn more in this video, featuring Nate Ward, Director of the Global Business Center.
PROGRAM FEATURES
If your company has global aspirations but needs additional guidance, GlobalTarget can help provide your company with the skills and tools you need to enter global markets quickly and with greater knowledge.
Strategy and tactic-building workshops featuring business experts to address essential aspects of international business
Mentorship from a support team with years of global experience across a variety of industries
Discounted Gold Key Service from the U.S. Commercial Service sponsored by FedEx. This service pre-screens business contacts in a foreign market and provides in-market support.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS