In March, the fifth annual Africa Business Concept Challenge (ABCC) began with 84 student teams representing 46 schools across 19 countries registered for this year. Among these institutions, 11 are GBSN member schools. The competition challenges student teams to develop a viable business concept that addresses a locally relevant challenge or problem related to Agenda 2063…. Read more >
And What We Can Do About It Writing about the climate challenge, French economist Jean Tirole frames the problem brilliantly: “The benefits of reducing climate change remain global and distant in time, while the costs of that reduction are local and immediate.” (Economics for the Common Good, p. 199) Why would any country take costly… 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 institution’s 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 >
In the car, halfway to school, my son lifted his eyes from the phone long enough to say, “Did you know, in Japan, workers who get to the office early park farther away, leaving the closer spots for others that come later?” I didn’t know. And, because I’m 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 >
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 >
As the 2024 Social Logistics Challenge comes to a close, we are pleased to announce our Winning Teams! This year’s competition has been a tremendous success, with significant growth across the board. We saw a double in our submissions, almost doubling last year’s with an increase from 38.71% to 60.38%. In addition to these exciting… Read more >
Out of 104 teams, we had 64 completed submissions from 30 schools, including 19 member schools, across 21 countries who submitted their comprehensive two-part solution package, showcasing their innovative approaches to social logistics. The Top 5 teams have been invited to present their live pitches to our panel of international judges. Deliverables Each team prepared… Read more >
Life in all its forms teems across the landscapes that make up the Colombian geography. And perched up in the Eastern Andes—halfway between the Amazon Forest and the Caribbean Coast—lies the Universidad de los Andes School of Management (UASM). Over the last 50 years, the School has trained generations of young professionals, enthusiastic entrepreneurs, and… Read more >
