Major hazards constantly threaten our communities, and climate change and population growth will only accelerate and exacerbate the threats. Yet, as these examples (and the Covid-19 pandemic) show, it is not easy to respond effectively and recover quickly from disasters. It is important to learn from our experiences, identify potential problems in advance, and develop and deploy workable solutions.
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Cambodia’s National University of Management ranked 26 among top universities in the world within the program category of “Entrepreneurial Spirit”
The entrepreneurship programs at the National University of Management, Phnom Penh, Cambodia have now been globally ranked as 26th in the world based on the World’s Universities with Real Impact (WURI) 2021 Rankings.
World Earth Day (April 22): Universal Business School installs roof-top and carport solar panels, aims to generate 4000 kWh worth renewable energy annually
The solar energy generated by the 912 solar panels is helping power the entire campus- including lighting up classrooms, auditoriums, playground, canteen and so on.
Book Publication Announcement – WGU Handbook of Research on Future of Work and Education
The Handbook of Research on Future of Work and Education: Implications for Curriculum Delivery and Work Design. With 30+ chapters written by thought leaders and researchers from around the globe, they hope this handbook will contribute to the future of higher education in the post-pandemic world.
A New Case Collection on Entrepreneurship
The new case collection, “Cooking Up Success in Turkey: Entrepreneurs on the Path to Growth,” has just been released by WDI Publishing.
IPADE Business School Names Lorenzo Fernández Alonso as New Dean
After 14 years leading IPADE’s Monterrey Campus, Lorenzo Fernández Alonso will take over as Dean of IPADE Business School, replacing Rafael Gómez Nava, who has successfully led the institution for the past 9 years.
The World After Covid-19
GBSN Chairman Soumitra Dutta explores the World after COVID-19.
Students and GBSN: A Powerful Force for Sustainable Development
GBSN CEO Dan LeClair reflects on recent student involvement with GBSN and how they contribute to the overall mission of GBSN.
Announcing Winning Teams for GBSN Inaugural Africa Business Challenge
This past March 12 – May 14, GBSN hosted its first regionally focused virtual student competition, the GBSN Africa Business Challenge, supported by Peaqs, em lyon business school and Localized. Over the course of 6 weeks, student teams across the African continent worked hard to develop and illustrate a business concept that addressed a locally-relevant challenge or problem related to sustainable development and Agenda 2063. Over 80+ teams from 15 countries registered to compete for a chance to win the $5,000 cash prize, sponsored by AACSB International and Stanford Seed.
Business Education and the Inevitable Change
Just like in business, in business education the winds of change are always blowing. Unlike business, however, these winds usually seem to pass without significantly impacting the industry. In recent years, however, the pressures have been mounting. And the Covid-19 pandemic has spread the view that profound change is inevitable.