For World Health Day, we explore the specialised programmes available at business schools that are enabling healthcare professionals and others working within healthcare to address challenges facing the sector, now and into the future. Kingston Business School in London offers the Leadership and Management in Health course, which can be completed as an MSc, MSc…

Corporate simulation is a cutting-edge training methodology that immerses participants in realistic, interactive business scenarios, replicating the complexities and challenges of real-world corporate environments. By leveraging advanced technology, simulation-based training enables executives, managers, and teams to develop critical skills, test strategies, and make decisions in a risk-free setting, receiving instant feedback and assessment. This experiential…

Given the rapid pace of modern education, it is essential for programme directors and designers to find innovative strategies for keeping students engaged and motivated. One method gaining momentum is gamification, a strategy that applies game elements to non-game contexts to motivate and engage learners. Gamification refers to incorporating elements commonly found in games—such as…

The only thing that is constant is the “change”. So, one needs to accept the inevitability of change and embrace the same in a positive fashion through planned transitions towards capitalizing on the opportunities and surviving through the disruptions. The planned transitions are facilitated through proactive change mechanisms which in turn foster resilience behaviour, i.e.,…

Family businesses are unique organisations that usually mix tradition and innovation to ensure their legacy endures through generations. However, the need to innovate in today’s rapidly changing markets might drain the entrepreneurial spirit of such firms. In this regard, design thinking, a human-centred problem-solving approach, may foster entrepreneurial thinking and drive transformational growth within family…

In recent years, online master’s degrees offered by business schools have transitioned from being a “second-best choice” to a top choice for many students. This transformation is driven by a combination of technological advancements, evolving student needs, and the changing nature of work and education. Business schools have embraced the digital format, designing programmes that…