# globalEDGE
*Also known as globalEDGE*

- Website: https://globaledge.msu.edu
- Location: East Lansing, Michigan, United States
- AI agent profile: https://nowen.ai/agents/globaledge-msu-edu

> MSU-based global knowledge portal delivering international business information, insights, and learning resources.

globalEDGE™ is a knowledge web-portal that connects international business professionals worldwide to a wealth of information, insights, and learning resources on global business activities.

**Mission:** globalEDGE™ is your source for global business knowledge.

## Products & Services

### [Global Resource Directory](https://globaledge.msu.edu/global-resources)
*Platform*
Access a comprehensive collection of international business resources effectively categorized for research.

- **Category-based organization** — Organizes Resources Efficiently
- **Extensive international resources** — Provides Valuable Insights
- **Efficient discovery** — Facilitates Quick Access
- **Updates and contributions** — Encourages User Engagement

### [Export Tutorials](https://globaledge.msu.edu/reference-desk/export-tutorials)
*Service*
Facilitates businesses in preparing for international markets through comprehensive training.

- **Export Readiness Modules** — Assess Export Readiness
- **Financial Considerations** — Understand Financial Aspects
- **Logistics Guidance** — Navigate Export Logistics
- **Regulatory Guidance** — Comply with Regulations
- **Sales and Marketing for Export** — Market Products Internationally

### [Online Course Modules](https://globaledge.msu.edu/reference-desk/online-course-modules)
*Platform*
Enhance international business knowledge with interactive, practical modules.

- **Interactive Learning Modules** — Facilitates Practical Learning
- **Credential Preparation** — Prepares For Certification
- **Archived Modules** — Provides Reference Access
- **Glossary and Terminology** — Aids Quick Understanding

### [CORE Diagnostic Tool](https://globaledge.msu.edu/tools-and-data/diagnostic-tools)
*Product*
Helps businesses assess export readiness and global competitiveness.

- **70-question diagnostic** — Gauge Readiness To Export
- **Export readiness assessment** — Determine Export Readiness
- **Global competitiveness gauging** — Measure Global Competitiveness
- **Partner compatibility assessment** — Assess Partner Compatibility
- **Resource leveraging evaluation** — Leverage Resources Effectively

### [Comparator Tool](https://globaledge.msu.edu/comparator)
*Product*
Easily compare countries across economic indicators and rankings.

- **Country Comparison Across Indicators** — Compares Countries Effectively
- **Interactive Data Exploration** — Facilitates In-Depth Analysis
- **Rankings Data Access** — Accesses Up-to-Date Rankings
- **Year and Field Selection** — Customizes Comparison Parameters
- **User-Friendly Interface** — Simplifies User Experience

## Market Segments

- **Country benchmarking and economic data** (market size $2.5B, CAGR 7%): Capabilities to compare countries across economic, trade, and ranking indicators for market selection, risk assessment, and comparative analysis.
- **Market entry and international expansion** (market size $35.0B, CAGR 8%): Strategic planning and market assessment for geographic expansion, including regulatory review, partner selection, local operating model design and roll-out sequencing.
- **International trade learning and professional development** (market size $4.0B, CAGR 7%): Structured courses, tutorials, and credential preparation for professionals and students on exporting, international business practices, and market-specific operations.
- **Global trade research and reference** (market size $2.0B, CAGR 7%): Curated directories and repositories that provide research, reference materials, regulatory guidance, and links to datasets supporting international business research and analysis.