Marketing is broadly defined as a set of activities aimed at identifying and fulfilling customer needs, with the goal of generating profit. However, as business practices evolve to suit the changes in our society, nature and planet at large, it … Read more
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Soft Skills for Leaders by Ben Dowman
In business today, “soft skills” might seem like a misleading term. These crucial abilities, often undervalued, are actually key to successful leadership. In the blog below, Ben Dowman, an experienced leadership consultant and coach, clarifies the importance of soft skills … Read more
Research Engagement and Relevance: Reflections from the University of Bristol Business School
On 18th June, the University of Bristol Business School hosted an enlightening event titled “Engagement & Relevance – Point and Counterpoint”, featuring speakers Professor Martin Parker and Professor Robin Holt. The session provided a compelling discourse on the current … Read more
Navigating the grant capture, interdisciplinarity and impact: the early-career researcher (ECR) perspective
Insights and takeaways from the Faculty ECR event ‘How to live well as a researcher?’
Held in an atmospheric suite at Engineer’s House, this event brought together early-career researchers (ECRs) from across the Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences, … Read more
Should the state pension age go up in countries with ageing populations?
As societies worldwide get older, the debate over raising the state pension age becomes increasingly pressing. Aging populations, coupled with declining fertility rates and rising life expectancy, are reshaping the landscape of public spending, particularly on pensions. Many countries are … Read more
Empowering Future Leaders: Bristol Business Students Assess Sustainability Reporting
Last March, students from MSc Global Operations and Supply Chain Management and students from MSc International Business and Strategy – Global Challenges, participated in the annual auditing exercise assessing companies’ sustainability and ESG reporting.
Navigating Truth in a Post-Trust World: Building Trust in an Era of Disinformation
In today’s day and age, truth is a currency in constant flux. We find ourselves navigating a landscape where facts blur with opinions, and trust seems elusive. But how did we arrive at this juncture, and more importantly, how do … Read more
Fostering Impactful Research at the University of Bristol Business School
At the University of Bristol Business School, our academics are dedicated to conducting research that makes a tangible difference in society. On 27th March, an Impact Case Study event was organised by Professor Evarist Stoja and the Business School … Read more
Nurturing Cultural Intelligence: A Guide for Leaders in Management and Leadership
In today’s globalised world of work, the ability to navigate cultural differences is increasingly crucial for leaders and organisations alike. Drawing from insights shared in the University of Bristol’s recent webinar ‘Cultural Intelligence for Leaders’ led by Dr. Rushana Khusainova, … Read more
Empowering Communities: The Professional Liaison Network Collaborates with Bristol Energy Network
The Professional Liaison Network (PLN) successfully bridges academia and positive real-world action for students at the University of Bristol Business School through a range of exciting placements and projects.… Read more