2008-2009 University Scholar Profile
Sam Itayim
Mentor: Robert Emerson
Warrington College of Business
"I applied to the University Scholars Program after I had already done research for Professor Emerson. I learned a tremendous amount about business law from doing research for him and I was lucky enough for him to mentor me on my own research."
Courses of Study
Major
Finance
Minors
Entrepreneurship and Real Estate
Research Interests
Franchising, entrepreneurship, real estate, insurance, contract law, and business law
Awards
- Dean’s List
Volunteer Service / Organizations
- Vice President of finance, Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity
- Budget and Appropriations Committee, Student Government Senate
- Executive vice president, Multicultural Greek Council
Future Goals
Plans to attend law school on graduation
Hobbies/Activities
Intramural basketball, fraternity’s step team
Research Description
International Franchising in a Global Economy
Franchising has become a reliable way for entrepreneurs to invest their money without the risk associated with a usual start-up venture. The global economy of today has extrapolated this reasoning on a worldwide scale. There are many complications, however, in franchising through global markets. Many cultural, legal and ethical considerations have to be taken into account when taking a franchise outside of its country of origin. My research will look deep into the problems that may arise out of the global aspect of franchising and hopefully be of use to anyone who is looking to franchise internationally.
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