Join us on November 4 for a webinar unpacking the implications of AI in climate finance, including opportunities to advance inclusive development, as well as new questions about accountability, data quality, market concentration, systemic risk, and the energy and resource footprint of AI itself. The session will cover the governance principles financial institutions need, how AI-enabled data and monitoring can improve transparency and guard against greenwashing, and how regulatory experimentation and public-private collaboration can support trustworthy innovation.
The Case Hub at the Suliman S. Olayan School of Business, American University of Beirut is hosting its fifth case conference on March 18-19, 2027, on the beautiful campus of the American University of Beirut in Lebanon. The AUB-OSB Fifth Case Conference offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to network and engage with case writers, academics and professionals in the region. A rich program includes keynote speakers, professional development workshops, panels, and case development sessions led by seasoned case writers, educators and business professionals. Case submissions are due November 10.
Climate change, demographic shifts, geopolitical fragmentation, and technological acceleration call for more than incremental change. Together, these disruptive forces challenge the fundamental assumptions on which we have built our institutions and communities. On November 10 on The Global Exchange, Dan LeClair speaks with Blair Sheppard about his new book, Reinventing the World: The Guide for Confronting Global Disruption and Creating Hope for Tomorrow, which draws on his decades of experience in academia and global consulting. The conversation will include big-picture takeaways about the future of business education, as well as practical guidance to help individuals and organizations know what to focus on, where to begin, and how to build toward a better future in a transformed world. Faculty and leaders from GBSN member institutions are invited to join the virtual conversation.
Universidad de los Andes School of Management is accepting course proposals for online and on-campus courses for its 2027 International Summer School. The 2026 edition hosted faculty from nine countries and served 420 students. Course proposals are due October 31, with results shared in late November and course delivery taking place June 7 – July 16, 2027. To submit a course proposal, complete the application form for online courses or on-campus courses in Bogotá, Colombia and submit the required documents via email.
Cambridge Forum on Corporate Climate Governance explores how actions to address climate change by the corporate sector can contribute to a sustainable future and the decision-making processes, and legal, regulatory and financial frameworks required to facilitate this. The journal invites submissions for the upcoming themed issue: Governing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Climate Finance, guest edited by Isabela Ribeiro Damaso Maia (Central Bank of Brazil, Brazil), Viviane Helena Torinelli (Central Bank of Brazil, FDC and FIA Business School, Brazil), Michel Alexandre (Central Bank of Brazil and IDP, Brazil) and Runhuan Feng (Tsinghua University, China). The deadline for submissions is 5 January 2027.
This webinar on October 21 brings together journal editors and publishing experts to help business school faculty make informed decisions about where to publish and where to seek relevant emerging insights, as the scholarly publishing landscape evolves. We’ll discuss journal fit, research visibility, predatory publishing, open access, AI, and strategies for increasing both academic and societal impact.
Rethink How You Teach in Bucharest. Come to a city where history, innovation, and fresh perspectives inspire new ways to teach. On October 29–31, Marketplace Simulations in partnership with The Bucharest University of Economic Studies will host three days of immersive learning about business simulations, experiential teaching, and practical strategies you can bring back to your classroom.
The Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (CEI) at Onsi Sawiris School of Business, The American University in Cairo (AUC) invites researchers and scholars to submit abstracts for the 2026 MEA Family Business Research Conference, taking place on December 1–2, 2026, at the AUC New Cairo Campus under the theme Beyond Continuity: Power, People, and the Future of Family Businesses. The conference serves as a regional platform for advancing research and dialogue on family enterprises, bringing together academics, practitioners, family business leaders, and policymakers from across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. The deadline for abstract submission is July 23, 2026.
Members of the GBSN for Business and Human Rights Impact Community as well as individuals who are affiliated with a business school or teach business students are invited to attend the GBSN for BHR 10th Annual Meeting, taking place on Monday, November 23 in Geneva, Switzerland and online. At this year’s meeting, key topics include the role of human rights in AI development, building locally relevant teaching resources with partners in Africa and Latin America, and bridging the gap between academic research and real-world practice.
GBSN Beyond is the Global Business School Network’s flagship annual event for business school administrators, faculty, and leaders in industry and policy. The program is designed to get below the surface of the most pressing topics in our community and forge new connections across disciplines, institutions, and sectors. GBSN Beyond 2026, From Potential to Progress: The Transformative Role of Business Schools, will take place October 26–28, 2026 in Bucharest, Romania, hosted by the Bucharest University of Economic Studies (ASE).
