Description

The International IDS Challenge course is designed for students from across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Students will get insight into how information technology is used to produce commercial advantage in a global business environment.

You will work in a challenging and fun learning environment together with other students to solve a company business need. The five days include a series of case studies and lectures that will help you to professionally grow and develop your leadership skills.

And have a lot of fun! We have had hundreds of very enthusiastic students enjoying the event over the last years! The last edition of the course took place in April 2009 in Paris, France

Find more about the course from the students participating last year in Paris!!

Travel, accommodation and food expenses will be paid for those students selected.

Dates:
April 11 –16, 2010

Open to Applicants from:
Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Please, find the list of specific countries in ‘How to Apply’ section.

Location:
Istanbul, Turkey

Application Deadlines:
February 5th , 2010

Eligibility:
All talented students, especially those in studies such as Science or Business from across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Not all the countries typically participate, please refer to the How to Apply section for the detailed list of participating countries. There is no need for particular formal qualifications or a specific technical background, just a strong interest in business and information technology is required.

It is not necessary to be near graduation, students from 1-3 years before graduation are welcome.

It is an international event; you should feel comfortable speaking English.

Content details:
The International IDS Challenge is an intensive five day course during which you will meet participants from many different countries. You will get insight into how information technology is used to produce commercial advantage in a global business environment. The five days are structured to include lectures and a series of real case studies. At the end of the course, you'll leave with a clear perspective on how Information & Decision Solutions (IDS) impacts on all aspects of business at P&G and the role you could play in driving P&G's continued success. We also want you to have fun – not only during the day but during the evenings too. Social events are organized for you to enjoy the week!

Agenda Highlights:

• Training about P&G – the role of IDS at P&G, application life-cycle, order shipping & billing cycle, sales
• Management Skill Development – leadership, inspirational presenting, team effectiveness, organization design, personalized coaching
• Business Cases following the Business Transformation Journey – portfolio management, strategic planning, vendor selection, project management and service management
• Evenings - social events, including a special chance to meet P&G’s top IDS leaders from across the region.
• Istanbul – discover the city