Sustainable development at the Universities – the second expert debate in Wroclaw Global Talks series
We invite you to watch the second expert debate initiating the Wroclaw Global Talks series. Guests of Professor Bogusława Drelich-Skulska, Vice-Rector for Accreditation and International Cooperation are Jamie Belinne – Associate Dean for Career and Industry Engagement at the C.T. Bauer College of Business at the University of Houston, Magdalena Rojek – Nowosielska, professor of…
Read MoreA new way to enhance the MBA experience
Those responsible for running MBA programmes and ensuring they are as up-to-date and impactful as possible are always looking for the right ideas and partnerships to help make that happen. In this endeavour, Hult International Business School has introduced a new partnership with high-performance coaching and performance psychology organisation Mindflick. The collaboration allows Hult’s full-time…
Read MoreHow the power of human connections can impact business education
In the dynamic world of business education, where technological advancements often take centre stage, the transformative potential of human connections is frequently overlooked. Despite the prevalence of data analytics and digital platforms, the impact of genuine connections between individuals, especially between teachers and students, is undeniable. These connections have the power to reshape the educational…
Read MoreNew digital hub for research and thought leadership
RSM Discovery, the knowledge hub for thought leadership at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, has been relaunched in a new and expanded format to coincide with the UN’s World Science Day. With the aim to help business and academia to better understand how research can be used to drive stronger performance and success, this…
Read MoreProfessor becomes second woman in history to receive an Onassis prize in shipping
Part of improving gender equality across society, including within business and higher education, is by ensuring there are female role models to look up to. That’s just one of the reasons to highlight that Siri Pettersen Strandenes has been awarded the prestigious Onassis prize of USD 200,000 for her work in shipping. A Professor emerita at NHH…
Read MoreInvestment and training in AI
Investing in and training for artificial intelligence (AI) is a prominent trend in business and beyond. Recent economic news, particularly from the Future Talent Council’s Global Advisory Board on Curriculum Innovation, highlights companies’ significant investments in developing proprietary generative AI models and extensive training programs. These efforts aim to upskill their workforce, outpacing competitors rapidly.…
Read MoreL’Oréal Brandstorm – the only EOCCS-certified youth innovation competition
The 32nd edition of Brandstorm, L’Oréal’s signature innovation competition for young people, has just launched. L’Oréal Brandstorm is L’Oréal’s Group’s signature innovation competition for young people. Brandstorm is one of L’Oréal’s longest-running programs, dedicated to helping youth kickstart their careers. The competition takes place annually, and each year, it challenges young minds with a different…
Read MoreBSIS Label Awarded to University of Canterbury Business School
We are thrilled to announce that the University of Canterbury Business School has become the first institution in New Zealand to successfully complete the Business School Impact System (BSIS) assessment process. Warm congratulations! Addressing the school for this achievement, BSIS Director François Bonvalet remarked, ‘Congratulations to UC Business School – the first institution to receive…
Read MoreDefining ‘purpose’ in a business context
What role does ‘purpose’ play in business? It’s an important topic for business schools. To explore further, POLIMI Graduate School of Management in Milan is leading a number of initiatives, projects, and events related to ‘purpose’, the school’s recent event, ‘Purpose Days,’ was held at their new Navigli Campus last month in partnership with renowned consulting…
Read MoreEmployers split on the value of online versus in-person degrees
Many business schools offer both virtual and in-person education – but what how do employers view the graduates of each option? A new survey by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) reveals that 54% of employers consider graduates of online and in-person programmes to be equally valuable. However, the survey also finds that those who…
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