Carmen Kuczewski, MBA CPA
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Summary
Carmen Kuczewski has been a dedicated educator for over two decades, with a 20-year tenure as a professor at Concordia University and 12 years at Dawson College. She has had the enriching experience of teaching both continuing education and at the undergraduate level, catering to a diverse age range of students from 17 to almost 40. One of Carmen’s standout contributions to education has been her innovative approach to practical learning. She often invites company executives to her classroom, presenting students with real-life business challenges. These students then develop solutions, presenting their findings and recommendations to both the executives and a panel of judges. This interactive method has not only imparted valuable knowledge but has also helped many of her students secure jobs. Drawing from her extensive experience, Carmen emphasizes the importance of early work experiences, even if they’re summer or part-time jobs, for younger individuals. She believes in the indispensable value of networking, soft skills, and real-world exposure, asserting that these often outweigh the benefits of classroom-only education. Carmen’s advice for the youth is clear: Engage with the world outside, attend seminars, join chambers of commerce, and partake in competitions to truly prepare for a successful future.
About Carmen Kuczewski
Carmen is a distinguished educator and international business consultant, currently spearheading courses in Continuing Education, encompassing International Trade, Import Export, Market Entry to Foreign Markets, International Finance, and Cross-Cultural Management. Her academic prowess is exemplified by her Executive MBA thesis titled, “China, the Z-Tech Case Study,” which delves deep into SME entry modes in international markets.
Recognized by the federal government, Carmen was handpicked for a pilot project, training her as an International Consultant. Her global acumen took her to China on a trade mission, establishing partnerships for the Quebec-based Z-Tech Enterprises. Carmen’s collaboration with la Société Economique de Développement de Rousillon aimed to elevate the European market presence of the agriculture industry. Furthermore, her stint with Desjardins International involved pivotal microfinance projects in Uruguay and Mexico, accentuated by her comprehensive mission report on technology transfer for Cooperatives.
Adept at international trade services, Carmen has served mid-market clients in commercial account management, collaborating with esteemed banks like Lloyds Bank of London and HSBC. With familiarity with international foreign banks in Canada, her specialties span Teaching in Higher-Education, Seminars, and Workshops, with a profound expertise in International Consulting, covering Entrepreneurship, Microenterprise, Microfinance, and Commercial Banking.
