This document advocates for a partnership of higher education with government and business to support the development of a globally competent citizenry. An executive summary summarizes the roles of each member of this partnership: (1) the federal government, which should support existing effective programs, leverage state and private resources, and ensure that necessary international expertise is available; (2) state and local governments, which should provide incentives and reward colleges and universities that add an international dimension to their curricula; (3) the business community, which should encourage the hiring and development of internationally competent staff and cooperate with colleges and universities; and (4) colleges and universities, which should actively seek partnerships with business and government to develop new forms of education appropriate to a global economy. Chapter 1 offers a broad look at the global context and global trends. Chapter 2 addresses the role of higher education in human resource development. Chapter 3 offers an agenda for stakeholders and includes lists of key federal programs and existing partnerships between corporate, higher education, and governmental sectors which promote international competence. (Contains 12 references.) (DB)