A very long time ago, I welcomed students to my MBA course with a Peter Senge story. The influential author of The Fifth Discipline, I told the students, would ask participants in his workshops to, “imagine your organization is an ocean liner and that you are the leader.” Then he would ask, “what is your… Read more >
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Wits Business School Signs Cross-Continental Agreement with University of Houston’s Bauer College of Business
The partnership will contribute to the body of knowledge in energy leadership in both developed and emerging market economies across the globe, as well as enhance the international experience of both students and faculty through instruction, collaborative research and exchange programmes. The AELC was formed in 2017 to address the issues of energy shortages in Africa as… Read more >
WBS Launches New MBA Advisory Committee
“Corruption could kill us [South Africa] like a cancer. We need to address this urgently, as well as sustainability, addressing climate change and other issues threatening our planet. It is through using technology in every aspect of management that we will transform our organisations, as well as producing leaders who are a force for positive… Read more >
Online Graduation Ceremony for ZIBS Fintech and Regulatory Innovation Program
Zhejiang University International Business School (ZIBS) has concluded the Fintech and Regulatory Innovation (FTRI) Program for its inaugural China cohort, according to a statement from the organizers. The school reports that this cohort was comprised of 34 executives and senior managers from Mastercard, Invesco Asia-Pacific, PwC, State Street, and other unnamed institutions from across China. ZIBS explains that participants were asked to… Read more >
Agreement Between ZIBS and ESCP Europe
Prof. Léon Laulusa: As a leading business school in Europe, ESCP has always been committed to building students’ leadership and preparing them for the future. ESCP also works hard to serve the society and cultivate social responsibility. ZIBS and ESCP share the same vision and will work together to promote the development of business education… Read more >
New Member Spotlight: SGH Warsaw School of Economics
Network Engagement Ways the institution will support the GBSN mission to improve access to quality management and entrepreneurship education for the developing world: Over the past few years, SGH has redefined its strategic approach and established extensive partnerships with universities and institutions from developing countries. New forms of cooperation have been established with numerous universities… Read more >
Esade Launches Double Degree in Business and Artificial Intelligence as Demand for Talents is Rising Strong
Esade has launched a new Double Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence for Business. The school aims to meet the high demand for talents that are experts in technology but also understand the fundamentals of management. In a world that has changed dramatically, companies are undergoing a profound digital transformation. According… Read more >
University of Otago: Climate & Energy Finance Group (CEFGroup)
The Climate and Energy Finance Group (CEFGroup) undertakes high-quality, rigorous, quantitative and independent research in the areas of climate finance, sustainable investing, energy markets and carbon markets. The group is a founding member of the Global Research Alliance for Sustainable Finance and Investing (GRASFI). CEFGroup is based in the Department of Accountancy and Finance which is a CFA® Program… Read more >
To Change the World, Let’s Change the Way We See It
“What do the three exhibits in the figure below have in common?” That is one of many interesting questions posed by Daniel Kahneman in Thinking Fast and Slow, which brought together decades of research by the author, Amos Tversky, and many others. I have been recommending the book to practicing managers since it was published… Read more >
University of Pretoria appoints Professor Morris Mthombeni as Dean of the Gordon Institute of Business Science
In turn Prof Mthombeni said “I am honoured to serve the GIBS and UP community. I have been truly inspired by the dedication of students, staff, clients, faculty, partners, and senior leadership of GIBS and UP who have collectively contributed to the success of the School despite the pandemics and geo-political challenges that continue to… Read more >