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It is such an exciting and important moment for everyone involved when new tenure track faculty members join a Faculty. At Concordia University - John Molson School of Business, we are very proud to welcome seven new members to whom we wish much success in their academic journey : Nathalie Repenning, Accountancy; Moein Javadian, Marketing; Begum Sener, PhD, Marketing; Yuyan Wei, Marketing; Tanya Giannelia, Business Technology Management, Dongliang Sheng, Business Analytics; and S. Mehmet Ozsoy, Finance. Find out more about them in the story below. #Academic #TenureTrack #Growth #Research #Teaching #Marketing #Accountancy #BusinessTechnologyManagement #BusinessAnalytics #Finance #JMSB #Concordia50 #AACSB #EFMD #PRME

Is a college degree worth it? 😞 55% of the conversation was negative 😐 38% was neutral 😀 7% was positive The public believes the purpose of higher ed is to gain value from the degree, and they're regularly questioning the value of post-secondary degrees, whether the outcomes are "worth it,” and what they gain. Our research explores more of the conversation and how leaders can rebuild trust. https://hubs.li/Q02tCyzR0

The next generation of consultants have their work cut out for them. The professional services industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the scale and magnitude of change in the world around us. As companies navigate ever more complex landscapes, they face a multitude of challenges that require innovative solutions and new perspectives on strategic thinking. The future of our industry lies in the ability to adapt to these evolving needs and provide value to clients in ways that extend beyond traditional problem-solving. Our collaboration with University of Warwick - Warwick Business School at the postgraduate level is preparing the next generation of consultants to tackle these challenges head-on. Our teaching cases and industry collaborative insights ensures that students are exposed to the latest academic thinking and real-world examples.

🚨 Update! The Master Plan for Career Education is making strides! The initiative aims to boost equitable access to high-paying jobs by addressing structural barriers and enhancing education/training pathways. Public input has shaped key priorities, and a July 2024 report outlines major themes & recommendations. Learn more about the latest developments and upcoming webinars as the Master Plan advances! https://lnkd.in/gSswCjcs

Managing complexity: how systems approaches can deliver better policy Stories from the Royal Academy of Engineering’s Policy Fellowships programme: https://is.gd/JGJEcW Learn about: - How systems approaches are a way of understanding and analysing the interrelationships and patterns that shape the behaviour of complex systems - How systems approaches can help policymakers make better decisions, design more effective interventions, and avoid unintended consequences - The practical benefits of using systems approaches as an enabler for collaborative policy development, and as a way to communicate complexity - Resources especially designed for policy professionals, and examples of their application to inspire policy leads and decision-makers. 

Did you hear? U.S. News & World Report named ASU - W. P. Carey School of Business among the best, with both undergraduate and non-MBA graduate business programs ranked No. 3 in the country for online programs! Rankings are the output of several factors, including student engagement, expert opinion, faculty credentials and training, services and technologies, and student excellence. Find out which programs were ranked in the top five nationwide: https://ow.ly/22x150QzqXt

How are you setting strategies in higher education? Are you pointing to a single plan, framework, or process? Did you know that there are benefits of each department/team having its own strategy? It's a common belief that a single, high-level strategy provides ample guidance for all departments. However, this approach often faces the risk of misinterpretation and failure in delivery. Here's why each department needs its own strategy: 1️⃣ High-level strategies can be translated into actions in various ways. Each department needs a unique strategy to align its actions and goals effectively. 2️⃣ If each department has its own strategy, they can develop a clear vision of success and a roadmap to achieve it. 3️⃣ Individual strategies ensure effective implementation, reducing the risk of strategic goals being lost in translation. Allowing departments to set their own strategies not only enables more targeted and efficient implementation but also fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility. Learn more by checking out this article from the Harvard Business Review by Andrea Belk Olson, MSC: https://lnkd.in/eThE44nd

"#Governments and #universities across the #GlobalSouth are especially vulnerable. They are lured by a customized ranking for their #country or region. In turn, ranking organizations prey on their anxieties and their desire to reach a wider audience, build “world-class universities,” and recruit #international students and investors." Professor Ellen Hazelkorn if I might add they also prey on the lack of data and data reporting in the region. When they issue a score, you cannot compare and contrast it against valid data from governments, independent entities etc... In that perspective, they become the only source of benchmarking. "There are growing allegations that advice leads to improved #rankings". If you look at the aberrations in some values (especially survey results) I believe we can safely say it is more than allegations! The "obsession" with rankings didn't only benefit ranking companies, it created a network of consultants who "advise" universities on gaming rankers (not that they are angels, they are deceived, maybe they let themselves be deceived). "Strategic use of data is here to stay but without grappling with issues of data ownership, governance and regulation at a multilateral level, troublesome problems of full transparency, accountability, and ethical standards will remain." The hope is that, with all these governments investing so much on rankings, rankers are stretching themselves too thin and will not be able to please everyone. After all, there are only a limited amount of spots at the top, most of which are dominated by traditional powerhouses...

“Integrated planning is a sustainable approach to planning that builds relationships, aligns the organization, and emphasizes preparedness for change. As the higher education landscape becomes more challenging than ever, we strive to empower higher education professionals in shaping a future that is inclusive, innovative, and responsive. Choosing Campus Sonar as a partner in our work is one of the best decisions I could have made for myself and my organization.” ~ Donna-Jo Pepito We're supporting the Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) in meeting four objectives to reach their goal of using a data-informed process to change the way higher education professional associations deliver value. #HigherEd #StrategicPlanning #HigherEdLeadership https://lnkd.in/guqrjtGv

How can higher ed institutions evolve their graduate offerings to align with the changing demands of the job market? In a landscape where admissions are dropping and budgets are tightening, aligning educational programs with current workplace needs is not just beneficial—it's essential for sustainability and relevance. Dive into this critical discussion with leading experts at an upcoming Virtual Forum, presented by The Chronicle of Higher Education with the support of EIM. 🗓️ Date: March 13 ⏲️ Time: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/eVEJThsF