Be sure to check out our NASBITE CGBP Student Pathway Program Guide. This document outlines information about the CGBP credential and provides an overview of the Student Pathway Program.

“Knowing that I wanted a career in international business, I wanted to distinguish myself from other applicants out of college and show that I had both concrete knowledge of international trade and commitment to the field. The CGBP credential was a great way to dip my toes into the international trade arena and improve my technical proficiency beyond the liberal arts degree I was pursuing. I believe having the CGBP can differentiate you in the job makret. It is particularly helpful for someone fresh out of college who is competing with others who have more work experience.”

Tracy DiPetrillo, CGBP (2014)
Cornell University – BS in Economics (2015)
Currently: Pursuing an MBA Degree, London, UK

“When I took the CGBP exam, I was a senior in college so knowing I was going out into the job market was scary. Pursuing the credential was a proactive action I could take that would help differentiate myself from other graduates. Having the CGBP credential listed on my resume has helped me in job interviews – it puts me above others applying for the job. It proves my competency in international business and trade. I was routinely asked about the CGBP in the job interviews that I had. People are impressed knowing that I proved my skills by taking the exam and becoming certified over others that have not gone to that extent.”

Mariah Carna, CGBP (2017)
Youngstown State University – BSBA in International Business (2018)
Currently: Global Compliance, Haltec Corporation, Salem, OH

“The world’s biggest enterprises are global because their leaders recognize the opportunities for growth existing outside of the domestic marketplace. Being a CGBP provides opportunities for me to expand the possibilities of my career to the global market. Employers are always impressed when they see a professional credential. It shows them that I am dedicated to improving myself in a professional capacity, and they take me more seriously even though I don’t have years of experience in the industry. Being a CGBP verifies to employers that I have the knowledgeable proficiency of a professional, something that most of my peers, graduating with only degrees and coursework, cannot say.”

Shane Ford, CGBP (2018)
San Diego State University – BSBA in Information Systems – Anticipated Graduation 2020
Currently: President, SDSU International Business Society, San Diego, CA

“I’m excited that NASBITE has launched the CGBP Student Pathway Program to support students in securing the CGBP credential prior to graduation. At UNI, I was fortunate to be able to take a capstone course that focused on international trade and was aligned with the CGBP credential. The Student Pathway Program will provide exam prep support to students, regardless of program structure that is in place. Prepping for the CGBP credential provided me with a broader understanding of the world of international business, and global business strategy. Securing the credential provided validation of expertise and provided me with a good foundation to enter the real world.”

Nick Canby, CGBP (2010)
University of Northern Iowa – BA in Supply Chain and Operations Management (2010)
St. Ambrose University – MBA With an Emphasis in International Management (2016)
Currently: OFP Supply Management Specialist, John Deere Harvester Works, East Moline, IL

“The CGBP sparks curiosity and is a base from which you can explain the breadth of knowledge that is gained in attaining the CGBP. I believe that knowing key trade jargon and concepts in my interview showed that I could quickly adapt on a compliance team (the position I was seeking). Most importantly, knowing those concepts, allowed me to ask more intelligent questions about the company’s current import and export markets and operations. Securing the CGBP certification allowed me to hit the ground running and not waste my employer’s time in having to teach me international trade concepts core to doing business internationally. “

Shelley Campbell, CGBP (2016)
University of Alabama – BS in Commerce and Business Administration (2016)
Currently: Logistics Analyst, AFL, Greenville, SC, Transitioning Positions and Relocating to Costa Rica