Leadership

How the power of human connections can impact business education

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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…
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Investment and training in AI

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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.…
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Webinar: ‘Global Cities, Migration, and Business’

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A webinar co-hosted by the Migration, Business & Society, the Centre for International Business at the University of Leeds (CIBUL), and the Global Knowledge Partnership on Migration and Development (KNOMAD) at the World Bank is set to take place on 20 November 2023. Demographers predict that the largest inflow of migration to cities around the world is…
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‘Are we there yet?’ The long drive to online mastery for business schools

EOCCS, online learning, engagement,
Anyone who has been a child sitting in the back of a vehicle on a long journey will have heard or uttered the question: “Are we there yet?” For children (and adults) disengaged from the process of driving the vehicle, the journey can appear to be endless. If the destination is too distant, or the road…
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Leadership lessons from the brightest minds in business

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Nottingham Business School Business Leaders podcast – leadership lessons from the brightest minds in business: What started as a pandemic project in 2020, the Nottingham Business School Business Leaders Podcast has become an invaluable resource for students, alumni, academics and the wider business community. Hosted by Honorary Visiting Professor Mike Sassi, the podcast features one-on-one conversations…
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Accelerating the sustainability agenda in learning and education

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During this year’s EFMD Executive Development Conference held in St. Gallen, the topic was how business schools and the associated learning and development ecosystem can create stronger momentum around one of the most burning topics that humankind faces: Sustainability.  It was hosted at “The Square” – a brand-new learning facility and centre at the University…
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