Administrators

Meaningful Conversations – “Strategic Shifts in Technology Education- Present and the Future”

Wisdom Tree has launched a series of exclusive invite-only, monthly learning and networking events in industry verticals such as education and SaaS. The aim of these events is to have sponsor-free discussions on contemporary topics impacting business today.

In their second event this November, they’ll be hosting distinguished professors from top universities, ed-tech founders, and thought leaders to discuss how the evolution of boot camps/micro-credentials will impact technology education in the US and the rest of the world.

Date

November 29th, 2021 at 10:30 AM EST

Strategic Goal

To discuss and understand how boot camps are advancing today’s education system, how it will affect the traditional educational methods, and whether there is a way to merge the benefits of both.

1. How to uplift the traditional educational methods?
2. How do Bootcamps/Micro-credentials affect technical education?
3. Is there a way to find a balance between both?

Our Panel

Jacob Cohen: Senior Associate Dean for undergraduate and master’s programs at MIT Sloan School of Management, Dean Jacob Cohen is also a distinguished visiting professor at Schwarzman Scholars in Beijing, China. He has been a big part in leading the launch of Sloan’s most recent graduate degree program.

Tan Moorthy: Currently, heading the U.S. delivery operations and leading our education, training, and development at Infosys, he is an accomplished business leader, with over 3 decades of experience.

Julien Barbier: is the Co-founder and the CEO of Holberton. Holberton is a revolutionary new type of software engineering school that “has no teachers, no lectures, and no upfront tuition” and “helps inexperienced programmers land jobs at Apple” (CNN**).

Moderator

Michellana Jester: Currently a lecturer of Global Economics and Management at MIT Sloan School of Management, she is a creative leader with more than 15 years of experience.

How Can Politicians Contribute Towards Reducing Gender-Based Violence? – The Open University Business School

Gender-based violence has been referred to as the ‘shadow pandemic’ as, worldwide, one in three women will experience physical or sexual violence – in the UK, a woman is killed every three days by domestic violence.

This webinar, co-chaired by OUBS Policing academic Dr Anna Hopkins and OU Professor SImon Usherwood, will hear the views of politicians across a variety of political parties of what they can do to contribute towards a reduction in gender-based violence.

During the webinar, lasting an hour, the audience will hear a personal account from Julie Aunger, who lost her daughter to a domestic homicide. Panel members will take questions from the Chair and there also will be an opportunity to ask your own questions to the panel relating to gender-based violence.

Dates

Tuesday, November 30m 2021 – 19:30 to 20:30 GMT (14:30-15:30 EST)

Location

Online

Contact

OUBS Events Team

AABS Deans and Directors Forum

The Association of African Business Schools (AABS) welcomes deans, directors, and senior administrators from African business schools and beyond to participate in the first virtual AABS African Deans and Directors Forum on 24 November 2021.

This dynamic forum will allow participants to network and discuss ideas that will have a long-term impact on African higher education and their campuses.

The Deans and Directors Forum is dedicated to delivering diverse perspectives from prominent speakers who have first-hand experience adopting innovative and creative practices in higher education. Participants will not only be able to interact with our panel of experts, but they will also be able to network and learn from one another.

Registration

This event is for Deans, Directors and senior administrators from African business schools and/or leading Africa Centers or Initiatives for Universities based outside of Africa. Please click below to register.

Questions?

If you have any questions please contact communication@aabschools.com

Distinguished Speakers in International Business Series: Global Competencies for the 21st Century Workplace

Join the Center for Global Business for its annual Distinguished Speakers in International Business event during International Education Week on “Global Competencies for the 21st Century Workplace” where four Maryland Smith alumni will join Rebecca Bellinger, executive director of CGB, for a virtual discussion about the disruptors in the global workforce and the importance of a global mindset in today’s business environment.

Speakers:

  • Marisa Beardsley, ’05, Manager, International Trade Compliance, Northrop Grumman
  • Vandy Gyandhar, MBA ’01, Senior Global Program Manager, Amazon Web Services
  • Matt Kurlanzik, ’06, Executive Director, Global Public Policy, The Walt Disney Company
  • Chris Steadley, MBA ’12, Global Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Gartner

Date & Time

November 16, 2021 at 5:30-6:30pm EST

Register

LUBS International Business Department Scholarship- University of Leeds

Up to two scholarships are available for International applicants applying for a PhD in the International Business Department within the Leeds University Business School.

As a world-leading unit for international business, we produce outstanding and impactful research. Drawing upon our research and scholarship, we provide students with an exceptional educational experience and the opportunity to develop skills and capabilities to compete in, and contribute, to international academics and the global economy. Our research and teaching add continuous and sustainable value to business and society.

Research Proposals

The International Business Department within Leeds University Business School is interested in receiving proposals in the following areas of research:

  • Theory of the multinational enterprise (MNE), foreign direct investment (FDI), internalisation/externalisation, orchestration, ‘born global’ firms, offshoring and outsourcing
  • Cross-border organisation, market and business ecosystem/cluster co-creation
  • International entrepreneurship, technological innovation and entrepreneurship, family business in different contexts
  • International HRM
  • Internationalisation to and from emerging and developing markets, service-sector internationalisation, internationalisation of SMEs, resource, capabilities and behavioural approaches to internationalisation, the MNE and FDI, inward and outward internationalisation linkages, geographical proximity and internationalisation
  • Multinationals and their networks of subsidiaries, parent-subsidiary relationships
  • Global value chains, multinationals and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • International joint ventures, strategic alliances, international M&As
  • Cross-cultural management, cross-cultural leadership, intercultural communication
  • Organizational behaviour in international contexts    
  • Institutions and internationalisation, especially informal institutions, corruption in different institutional contexts, institutional efficiency and MNE strategy/performance, institutional change
  • Organisational ambidexterity    
  • Innovation strategies by MNEs, the internationalisation-innovation relationship, MNE innovation strategy and performance (focus on patents and intangible assets), networks and innovation outcomes in IB
  • Resource-based view of the firm    
  • Corporate sustainability, grand challenges, and MNE strategy    
  • Digital business and internationalisation, especially with regard to global value chains
  • Headquarter-subsidiary relationships in emerging economies
  • Corporate governance, decision making, boards of directors        
  • Catching-up and international technology transfer in high-tech industries
  • International scientific collaboration and researcher mobility

International Business PhD Study Environment

Department and research centre further reading:

Information about the Award

  • This competition is open to international applicants only. Up to two scholarships will be awarded.

Duration of the Award

  • Full-time (3 years). The award will be made for one year in the first instance and renewable for a further period of up to two years, subject to satisfactory academic progress;

Funding

  • The award will cover full fees at the University of Leeds standard rate of fees.
  • A maintenance grant at the standard UKRI rate (£15,609 in Session 2021/22).

Other Conditions

  • Applicants must not have already been awarded or be currently studying for a doctoral degree.
  • Awards must be taken up by 1 October 2022.
  • The awards are available for new Postgraduate Researchers undertaking full-time or part-time research study leading to the degree of PhD. Students who are already registered for PhD research study are excluded from applying.
  • Applicants must live within a reasonable distance of the University of Leeds whilst in receipt of this Scholarship.

Faculty Information

Information about Leeds University Business School (LUBS)

We are a leading, full-service business school, regularly world ranked by the Financial Times, QS and The Economist, and one of a small number of schools worldwide to be triple accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. We deliver undergraduate, masters, MBA, PhD, executive and professional education and online study, to over 3000 students from around 100 countries.

We are a top ten business and management research institution, according to the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF). The School is one of the leading higher education institutions in the UK, ranked in the top 100 universities in the world (QS rankings 2020) and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive UK universities.

LUBS is a single-school Faculty of the University of Leeds, with annual income of £74.5m and some 425 staff across six Departments. We deliver undergraduate, masters, MBA, PhD, executive and professional education and online study. Our mission is to make an exceptional impact on business and society globally through leadership in research and teaching.

How to Apply

Stage 1: First, apply for a research place of study by completing a study application form. You will be expected to meet our eligibility criteria for PhD candidates, including the English language requirements if your first language is not English. Once you have received your student ID number (a 9-digit number), move onto stage 2.

Stage 2: Apply for the Leeds University Business School International Business Department scholarship by working your way through the scholarship application form. You must submit your scholarship application by 12:00pm on Friday 1st April 2022.

If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence that you meet the Faculty’s minimum English language requirements (below).

As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students from all walks of life and from across the world. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish and prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education. Within the Leeds University Business School, we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community, people who identify as LGBT+; and people with disabilities. Applicants will always be selected based on merit and ability.

Entry Requirements

Candidates should ideally have a first-class or at least a good upper second-class undergraduate degree. In addition they should also hold a British Masters degree (or equivalent degree from an overseas university) or an equivalent professional qualification with a minimum average score of 70% (or the equivalent at a non-UK institution) at Masters degree level, but exceptional candidates with 65% and above will also be considered, in an appropriate academic discipline.

English Language Requirements

The minimum English language entry requirement for research postgraduate study in the Leeds University Business School is an IELTS with 7.0 overall and at least 6.0 in each component (reading, writing, listening and speaking) or equivalent. The test must be dated within two years of the start date of the course in order to be valid.

Contact Details

For further information, please contact the Graduate School Office:

Email: phd@lubs.leeds.ac.uk

Employment Opportunity: Global Coordinator, Demand Creation Alliance (DGA)

  • Location: London, UK
  • Salary: From £45,285 – £48,536 per annum, dependent on experience
  • Contract Type: Fixed Term
  • Duration: 36 months

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is now recruiting for a dynamic and entrepreneurial Global Coordinator to join our London office and operationalise the Demand Generation Alliance (DGA). This is a fast-paced role with a variety of tasks and responsibilities across multiple management domains, and it will play a key leadership role in ensuring that the DGA operating model runs efficiently. This role is offered on a three-year fixed term contract and will involve occasional travel to GAIN offices as required.

About GAIN

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) is a Swiss-based foundation launched at the UN in 2002 to tackle the human suffering caused by malnutrition. Working with both governments and businesses, we aim to transform food systems so that they deliver more nutritious food for all people. In particular, we aim to make healthier food choices more desirable, more available, and more affordable. GAIN’s mission is to advance nutrition outcomes by improving consumption of nutritious and safe food for all people, especially the most vulnerable to malnutrition.

About the Role

The Demand Generation Alliance is a new initiative, incubated by GAIN, that recognizes that there is a critical space to address consumer demand. Demand cannot be created by one factor or one actor alone, so we see a need for multi-stakeholder, cross-sector collaborations to shape and respond to consumer demand and enable better choices for the future. Demand relies on consumers valuing and preferring nutritious and sustainable foods; it cannot just be legislated.

The Global Coordinator role is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial position with a variety of tasks and responsibilities across multiple management domains. The postholder will have the opportunity to set up and operationalise the DGA, with the support of Lead Group members, by June 2024. The Global Coordinator will play a key leadership role in achieving this outcome and in ensuring that the operating model runs efficiently.

Specific Responsibilities include:

  • Leading and managing Lead Group meetings and DGA Management meetings internally
  • Developing workplans that efficiently distribute tasks and resources adequately across the fiscal year
  • Managing procurement process/request for proposals, including supervision of work, workflow for review of deliverables by Sr. Programme Manager or Lead Group members, and payment processing
  • Ensuring that external service providers are hired in a timely manner to execute the operational strategy of the DGA
  • In collaboration with the Lead Group, coordinating the activities of interns or fellows
  • Ensuring that advisory reports and deliverables from service providers are shared with Lead Group members, in an easy-to-understand format and in timely fashion
  • Developing a database of potential funders
  • Ensuring that generated by the Communications Manger adheres to the communication strategy and plan
  • Ensuring all DGA communication channels are well managed, including regular posting of relevant content
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Coordinating meetings and engaging with potential funders
  • Ensuring that the communications plan is produced and well managed

About You

You should have experience in setting up an alliance, initiative or membership organisation, alongside experience in people management and budget administration. You should also have excellent organisational skills and be able to efficiently use management tools (e.g., GANTT charts/SPRINT process). Underpinning all of this should be great teamwork and leadership skills, as well as a clear and analytical mindset. Experience of working in a public/private partnership would be advantageous.

In addition to the above, candidates should be qualified to Bachelor’s degree level or equivalent in Management, or alternatively have an equivalent level of relevant work experience.

About Our Offer

The starting salary on offer for this role is from £45,285 – £48,536 per annum, dependent on experience.

The start date for this role, to be agreed with the successful applicant, will not commence until after the 1st January 2022.

GAIN has a fair and competitive salary structure that allows for annual progression subject to good performance. In addition, GAIN offers a total of 37 days holiday per year (including annual leave, public holidays and additional office closure days), an attractive pension scheme and competitive insurance cover including health, travel and life assurance.

We are committed to the health of our staff, especially in these challenging times, and have developed a programme of wellbeing that includes flexible working, additional leave allowances, wellbeing days, mindfulness coaching and access to independent and confidential counselling.

GAIN also has a strong commitment to professional development. We will support you to grow in your career through both formal and informal training and are committed to providing opportunities through internal recruitment, secondments and promotion. All of this is delivered in a supportive and collaborative environment.

For more detailed information please see the attached job description. To apply, click the “Apply Now” button.

This advert closes on 13th November 2021. Early applications are encouraged. GAIN reserves the right to close this advert early should we receive suitable candidates ahead of the closing date.

Applicants must have the existing right to live and work in the UK. Please note that GAIN are currently unable to sponsor working visas. 

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition is committed to equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued.  We are keen to reflect the diversity of our society at every level within our organisation and therefore welcome applications from talented and committed people from all backgrounds, representing the diverse societies we operate in.

Leeds University Business School / Food Standards Agency PhD Studentship Opportunity

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) recently commissioned an ethnographic study to observe real-life behaviour in domestic and business kitchens, as well as collecting data on consumers’ self-reported food safety behaviour through their Food and You 2 survey. This study is being conducted in collaboration with Dr Gulbanu Kaptan and Dr Joshua Weller from the Centre for Decision Research at Leeds University Business School (LUBS).

The FSA and LUBS have agreed to co-fund a PhD studentship to deliver secondary analysis of data collected through the above projects.

As a jointly-funded doctoral student, you will have the opportunity to conduct applied research that support the development of FSA policy recommendations. Additionally, you will benefit from a supportive environment led by experienced LUBS academics and FSA practitioners specialised in the fields of judgment and decision making, consumer behaviour, and food safety.

Full description

The University of Leeds is a research-intensive Russell Group university with extensive experience and success in PhD supervision.

The Centre for Decision Research in Leeds University Business School, where the doctoral student will be based, has a strong interdisciplinary focus that has led to research collaborations across a wide range of academic disciplines, with much work being applied and externally funded. Members of the Centre publish extensively in academic journals, edited books and practitioner journals, as well as presenting at major national and international conferences. 

The FSA is an independent non-ministerial government department working across England, Wales and Northern Ireland to protect public health and consumer’s wider interests in food. The role of social researchers in FSA is to work collaboratively with colleagues across the Agency (and beyond) to ensure evidence and research are embedded in the recommendations for future policy and delivery options.


As a doctoral student, you will be supervised by Dr Gulbanu Kaptan and Dr Joshua Weller. Both academics have strong publication records and secured research funding from a number of UK and international funding agencies. Please see the links below to learn more about their research:

Dr Gulbanu Kaptan

Dr Joshua Weller

How to apply

Stage 1 – Apply for a place on the PhD programme 

  • First of all  apply for a research programme of study by completing the application form. 
  • In order to be considered for the Studentship you must submit all the required supporting documents for your application for PhD study together with a ‘Locating Your Research’ form. On the Locating your Research form state that you are applying for the Leeds University Business School / Food Standards Agency PhD Studentship and that your supervisors will be Dr Gulbanu Kaptan and Dr Joshua Weller.
  • Any study applications not accompanied by the documents requested by the Studentship deadline will not be considered for the award.
  • There is no requirement to submit a research proposal, you will be asked about your ability to complete the project in the Studentship application form.
  • An unsuccessful application for this Studentship does not exclude you from applying for other research study opportunities or scholarships offered by the University of Leeds.

Stage 2 – Apply for the Studentship

If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence that you meet the University’s minimum English language requirements (below).

As an international research-intensive university, we welcome students from all walks of life and from across the world. We foster an inclusive environment where all can flourish and prosper, and we are proud of our strong commitment to student education.  Within the Leeds University Business School we are dedicated to diversifying our community and we welcome the unique contributions that individuals can bring, and particularly encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, people who belong to a minority ethnic community, people who identify as LGBT+; and people with disabilities. Applicants will always be selected based on merit and ability.

Entry requirements

Candidates should ideally have a first-class or at least a good upper second-class undergraduate degree. In addition they should also hold a British Masters degree (or equivalent degree from an overseas university) or an equivalent professional qualification with a minimum average score of 70 (or the equivalent at a non-UK institution) at Masters degree level, but exceptional candidates with 65 and above will also be considered. Candidates from the disciplines of Psychology, Marketing, Management, Business Analytics, Food Sciences or closely allied disciplines are encouraged to apply. Note that a strong background in advanced statistics is desirable for this studentship.

English language requirements

The minimum English language entry requirement for research postgraduate research study in the Leeds University Business School is an IELTS of 7.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each component (reading, writing, listening and speaking) or equivalent. The test must be dated within two years of the start date of the course in order to be valid.

Funding on offer

Duration of the Award

Full-time (3 years). The award will be made for one year in the first instance and renewable for a further period of up to two years, subject to satisfactory academic progress;

Funding

The award will cover full fees at the University of Leeds standard rate of fees and a maintenance grant at the standard UKRI rate (£15,609 in Session 2021/22).

Other Conditions

  • Applicants must not have already been awarded or be currently studying for a doctoral degree.
  • Awards must be taken up by 1 February 2022.
  • The awards are available for new Postgraduate Researchers undertaking full-time or part-time research study leading to the degree of PhD. Students who are already registered for PhD research study are excluded from applying.
  • Applicants must live within a reasonable distance of the University of Leeds whilst in receipt of this Scholarship.

Contact details

For further information please contact the Graduate School Office
Email: phd@lubs.leeds.ac.uk

Job Opportunity: Senior Associate Director

Job Summary

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline experience that directly relates to this position.

About Us

At the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan we have a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today’s dynamic global economy. For more information on Ross, visit michiganross.umich.edu/.

The Office of Action-based Learning (OABL) helps Ross students develop their leadership talent through action-based learning programs that connect the world of ideas to the world of practice. Action-based learning is a creative, interactive experience that integrates individual preparation, team-based projects, and classroom discussion. These learning opportunities come in the form of the Multidisciplinary Action Projects (MAP) Program or Masters of Supply Chain consulting projects – project-based courses in which a team of students address a business challenge on behalf of the sponsoring organization. The organizations range in size from Fortune 100 corporations to small entrepreneurial firms. This collaborative process benefits our students, faculty, and global organizations.

You will provide leadership for the cultivation and sourcing of over 200 action-based learning projects each year across almost every degree program at the Ross School of Business. Each of these projects represents a significant portion of a student’s degree program and these programs are an essential priority of the school. You will ensure program priorities are met. This will take place through the development of a comprehensive external relations strategy as action-learning represents one of the primary ways in which companies and alumni engage with the institution. You will also work with other units across Ross and campus related to external engagement, representing the interest of Ross’ engaged learning portfolio. You will report to the Managing Director, Office of Action-Based Learning (OABL).

You Will…

  • Represent the broad spectrum of Ross external engagement offerings (i.e., MAP, Global Initiatives, LBLE and Career Development Office) to external members, including corporate partners at alumni events and conferences, and to internal members across Ross and the University with a primary focus on our MAP and ABL portfolio.
  • Manage a portfolio of corporate and non-profit partnerships to provide over 150 funded, sponsorship commitments for real-world action-learning projects – which will require several hundred conversations on a yearly basis to create interest, qualify potential sponsors, and lead them through the proposal submission process
  • Develop an annual sourcing and marketing strategy, in collaboration with the OABL Managing Director and program leadership, to determine the needs of each program every year.
  • Serve, in collaboration with the Managing Director and other Associate Directors, as a project lead. This project management responsibility serves as the main coordinator of project-related logistics between the sponsor, faculty, and student teams.

You Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree (BBA preferred) and at least 5 years of experience in higher education administration, marketing, sales, fundraising, or other comparable fields or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Project management skills

Benefits at the University of Michigan

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

  • Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days)
  • A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
  • Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
  • Flexible Work Program
  • Ross Onsite Fitness Center

Salary Information

The general salary range for this position is $75,000 – $81,000. You can expect to be paid a competitive and equitable salary. Factors used to determine salary include experience, knowledge and skills for the position. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor understanding and transparency throughout the recruiting process.

Additional Information

Michigan Ross values a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to the development of diverse and culturally intelligent staff who thrive and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for at least seven days. The job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations are now required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all three campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working or learning remotely.  More information on this policy is available on the Campus Blueprint website or the U-M Dearborn and U-M Flint websites.

Associate Deans Session: The Future of Innovation Ecosystems in a Post-Pandemic World, sponsored by MIT REAP

University stakeholder strategies for supporting resilience and competitive advantage

MIT REAP is pleased to present an invitation only* fireside chat with Phil Budden, MIT Sloan Senior Lecturer and MIT REAP co-faculty, examining the seismic pandemic-induced shifts in innovation ecosystems and the resulting increase in capital investment, stakeholder connection, competitive advantage, sustainability, and productivity. The fireside chat will be followed by a MIT REAP stakeholder panel, featuring former participants who will share actionable strategies for how universities can help harness surprising new opportunities to support vibrant, resilient innovation ecosystems. The chat and panel will be moderated by Stuart Krusell, Senior Director of MIT Sloan Global Programs.

For more information on MIT REAP, click on the button below:

Fireside Chat Speakers

  • Phil Budden

    Senior Lecturer, Technological Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Management
    MIT Sloan School of Management
    USA
  • Stu Krusell

    Senior Director, Global Programs Senior Lecturer, Behavioral and Policy Sciences Global Programs
    MIT Sloan School of Management
    USA

MIT REAP Panelists

  • Vince Edwards

    CEO
    Empire Builders
    USA
  • Eva Panetti

    Assistant Professor in Management
    University of Naples Parthenope
    Italy
  • Dr. Amina Sambo-Magaji

    Former National Coordinator
    Office for ICT Innovation and Entrepreneurship (OIIE)
    Nigeria

Agenda

  • 11:15AM-11:45AM – Fireside chat with Phil Budden, moderated by Stuart Krusell
  • 11:45AM – 12:30PM – MIT REAP Stakeholder panel, moderated by Stuart Krusell

Date & Time

Tuesday, 16 November, 2021

  • 11:15AM – Washington D.C.
  • 4:15PM – London
  • 5:15PM – Geneva
  • 6:15PM – Cape Town
  • 9:45PM – Mumbai
  • 12:15AM – Singapore

This event is invitation only. If you would like to request an invitation, please email Nicole Zefran at nzefran@gbsn.org.

Race2Imagine: Implementing Human Rights in Complex Environments

DATE + TIME

Friday, 29 OCT

7:00am Bogota

8:00am Washington DC

2:00pm Geneva

LOCATION

Zoom Events

CONTACT

Emma Martens, emartens@gbsn.org

The overall theme of the event is ‘Implementing Human Rights in complex environments’. Conducting human rights due diligence is particularly difficult in conflict and post-conflict contexts. Beyond avoiding harm, companies also have a positive responsibility, namely to contribute to peace building most relevant in Colombia.

Co-hosted with Geneva School of Economics, the seminar will feature panel discussions exploring academic and industry insights on human rights in illegal mining; human trafficking; drug trafficking; refugee rights; etc.

Date

Friday, 29 October

  • 7:00am Bogota
  • 8:00am Washington D.C.
  • 2:00pm Geneva

Speakers

  • Veneta Andonova

    Dean
    Universidad de los Andes School of Management
    Colombia
  • Dorothée Baumann-Pauly

    Director, Center for Business and Human Rights
    Geneva School of Economics and Management; NYU Stern School of Business
    Switzerland
  • Andrés Barrios Fajardo

    Associate Professor
    Universidad de los Andes Management School
    Colombia
  • Valentina Botero

    Finance and Investment Club
    Universidad de los Andes School of Management
    Colombia
  • Juan Pablo Castillo

    Human Resources Manager
    Inclusion Project, Sodexo
    Colombia
  • Juana García Duque

    Associate Professor
    Universidad de los Andes
    Colombia
  • Catalina Jiménez

    Finance and Investment Club
    Universidad de los Andes School of Management
    Colombia
  • Dan LeClair

    Dan LeClair, Ph.D

    CEO
    Global Business School Network
    USA
  • Iván Lobo

    Assistant Professor
    Universidad de los Andes School of Management
    Colombia
  • Dante Pesce

    Founder and Executive Director
    VINCULAR Center for Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development, Catholic University of Valparaíso
    Chile
  • Angela Rivas

    Part-time faculty
    Universidad de los Andes, School of Management
    Colombia

Access the Recording

This session is open to the public. Please click the button below to access the session.

Agenda

Race2Imagine: Implementing Human Rights in Complex Environments

8:00 I Opening Talk + Cultural and contextual specificities

  • Veneta Andonova, Dean, Universidad de los Andes School of Management, Colombia
  • Dorothée Baumann-Pauly, Director, Geneva Center for Business and Human Rights, Geneva School of Economics and Management, Switzerland
  • Dan LeClair, CEO, Global Business School Network, USA

8:15 I Impact Stories: Student Perspective

Working on a Common Goal will Makes us Move on – How to build Across Difference, Catalina Jiménez and Valentina Botero, Finance and Investment Club, Universidad de los Andes School of Management, Colombia

In 2018 a group of members of the Finance & Investment Club from Universidad de los Andes had the opportunity to visit Mariana Páez ETCR and Simón Trinidad in Mesetas, Meta. FIC members were able to know some of the people in the community, exchange ideas, listen to each other’s stories, teach each other new things, and share bonding moments. Valentina and Catalina were part of this group and are here to tell the story.

Experience with Microsimulation, Rim Bitar and Serra Cremer, PhD Student and Consultant, Geneva School of Economics, Switzerland

This impact story will highlight the enjoyment and appeal of microsimulations in the classroom.


8:35 I Impact Stories: Faculty Perspective

Business Research for Peace Promotion, Andres Barrios, Associate Professor, Universidad de los Andes School of Management, Colombia

This impact story will invite participants to reflect on how  business research can have a positive effect on the promotion of human rights. To do this, the impact story  will leverage the research experience of a group of professors who developed a study during the Colombian peace process with the FARC group.

Cobalt in the DRC, Dorothée Baumann-Pauly, Director, Geneva Center for Business and Human Rights, Geneva School of Economics and Management, Switzerland


9:05 I Panel DIscussion: Peace Building and Human rights

  • Moderators: Juana Garcia, Associate Professor, Universidad de los Andes, Colombia, Iván Lobo, Assistant Professor, Universidad de los Andes, Colombia

Panel: Dante Pesce, Business School Professor and Member of the UN Working Group for BHR, Chile

Angela Rivas, Part-time faculty, Universidad de los Andes, School of Management, Colombia

Juan Pablo Castillo, Human Resources Manager, Inclusion Project, Sodexo, Colombia

This panel discussion will feature partner institution participants who share academic and industry insights on human rights in illegal mining; human trafficking; drug trafficking; refugee rights; etc


9:30 I Open Discussion + Closing

  • Ivan Dario Lobo, Associate Professor, Universidad de los Andes, Colombia

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