When I was an economics professor (which was a long time ago), I often invited students in introductory classes to play a simple game. They were instructed to choose āHeadsā or āTailsā and secretly write their choice on a sticky note, while I randomly sorted the class into pairs. If the choices made by any… Read more >
28 January 2025: Wits Business School (WBS) today formalised its partnership with the Services Sector Education & Training Authority (Services SETA) at a special signing ceremony which marks a new chapter in public-private-academic collaboration. The Services SETA has pledged significant financial support for the new Wits Centre for Entrepreneurship to be housed at 47 Main… Read more >
Over the past few decades, globalizationāthe closer integration of countries and peoplesāhas been a powerful engine of economic growth, improving global health and lifting millions out of poverty, as well as increasing efficiency. Expanding cross-border collaborations and knowledge exchanges have empowered countries to address critical societal issues. However, globalization has also been blamed for widening… Read more >
Embark on a Transformative Educational Journey at Zhejiang University (ZJU), ranked among the top 50 universities globally in the QS World University Rankings 202. ZJU is celebrated for its academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and vibrant campus life. As one of ZJU’s flagship colleges, Zhejiang University International Business School (ZIBS) equips students with global perspectives and… Read more >
The American University in Cairo (AUC) received the single largest philanthropic gift in the institutionās history to support excellence in business education, interdisciplinary research, and exchange programs with leading American universities. In appreciation and recognition of this transformative gift from the Sawiris family, the University will name its business school the Onsi Sawiris School of… Read more >
Rabat Business School (UIR), a leading business school in Morocco and Africa, is proud to announce its membership in the Global Business School Network (GBSN), a global network of business schools committed to strengthening management education for positive socio-economic impacts worldwide. GBSN brings together more than 100 top educational institutions across six continents (https://gbsn.org/network/gbsn-members/), alongside… Read more >
In the car, halfway to school, my son lifted his eyes from the phone long enough to say, āDid you know, in Japan, workers who get to the office early park farther away, leaving the closer spots for others that come later?ā I didnāt know. And, because Iām never quite sure where my son gets… Read more >
Woxsen University, a higher education institution renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and innovation, further solidified its global standing with the recent visit of distinguished Academicians and Chair Professors of Woxsen, Prof. Sherif Kamel, Dean of The American University in Cairo (AUC) & the Chair of AACSB; and Prof. Thami Ghorfi, President of ESCA… Read more >
It is a good idea to collect data about the outcomes of heart surgeries and make it available to the public. Report cards help patients find the best hospitals and doctors, while the providers have an incentive to improve quality. Makes perfect sense, doesnāt it. Well, in a paper I read a little more than… Read more >
Woxsen University is making significant strides in its mission to provide world-class education and foster innovation. The recent appointment of Dr. David Meyer, a distinguished alumnus of Columbia University, as the Executive Dean of the School of Business marks a pivotal moment in the university’s journey. Dr. Meyer’s extensive experience and global perspective will undoubtedly… Read more >
