As you progress in your career, you inevitably face a decision that will shape your future: Do you focus on a specialised area or embrace a wide-ranging path of generalisation? Opting for a specialised MBA is more than just an academic decision; it’s a strategic move to align your career with your passions. Research from PwC’s 2022 Global Workforce Hopes and Fears survey, which surveyed over 52,000 workers from 44 countries and territories, found that those with specialised training are more likely to feel empowered to ask for a promotion within 12 months, at a rate of 37%, compared to ju ..read more

Q (a). The rollout of your Global Executive MBA (Defence and Space), which brings together the University of South Australia, Carnegie Mellon’s Tepper School of Business, and the University of Exeter Business School, has been driven, in part, by AUKUS, the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the UK, and the US. Can you talk about the opportunities this will create and the skill shortages that currently exist in the defence and space industries? Lan Snell (LS): The complexities of achieving a unified approach to governance, reporting, and adherence to international obligations vi ..read more

In the realm of contemporary business, where change and technological progress are constant companions, maintaining relevance is an imperative that goes beyond strategic planning. Future-proofing your career demands an awareness of prevailing trends and an arsenal of versatile skills, adaptability and a keen understanding of the evolving business landscape. Staying ahead of the curve is not just a strategic choice; it is a necessity. As professionals grapple with challenges like the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), digital transformation, and rapid technological advancements ..read more

Millennials and Gen Z (born between 1981 and 2010) are reshaping educational norms as they enter MBA programmes with unique expectations. Unlike previous generations, they bring a distinct set of values, characteristics, expectations, and aspirations. Consequently, business schools must adapt and innovate MBA curriculums and delivery modes and create an inclusive learning environment that prepares them for success in a rapidly evolving business landscape in which sustainability and AI are the dominant factors. Is the Global MBA market growing or in decline? Is it still worth investing in an MB ..read more

Alexandra Skinner talks to Drexel’s LeBow College of Business about their immersive, future-focused Executive MBA Q. Experiential learning is at the core of the Executive MBA (EMBA) program. Can you talk about the experiences that students will receive during the course of the program? A practical hands-on approach is embedded into the Drexel EMBA program, integrating experiential learning across all components of the experience. The EMBA program offers two experiential residences per term (six terms), including: Eight on-campus immersive residencies (one of which is Electives Week) One inter ..read more

The emergence of robots, coupled with advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), marks a profound turning point in business and human history. We are witnessing unprecedented changes in our daily lives, workplaces, social interactions, and business landscapes. From industrial space to social space and even outer space, robots are increasingly making their presence felt. Acknowledging the evolutionary trajectory of AI and robotics as distinct branches of advancement, both scientific and technological, is crucial. While their convergence has yet to reach its full potential, some of the most s ..read more

First, Energy Fire is a powerful analogy for disruption. Fires can be positive or negative, constructive or destructive. In all cases, though, fire is uncompromising. It’s a real force, and if you are not careful, you will, of course, get badly burned. All leaders want to ignite and disrupt their chosen market, but many find themselves with a fire that splutters, spits and smokes a lot but has little impact. At the other end of the scale, what team wants to be led by an out-of-control wildfire that is simply too hot to manage? The best-case scenario is for a leader to have fire in their belly ..read more

CEO Magazine has been showcasing top business schools from around the globe since it first launched in 2008. In 2012 the publication launched its annual Global MBA Rankings, profiling MBA, Executive MBA and Online MBA programmes. This year participation is up 13%, as CEO Magazine ranked 139 schools, offering 284 different programmes (92 online, 69 EMBA and 123 full-time and part-time MBA programmes) in 24 countries. The growth in the number of schools offering online MBAs was most noticeable, with 16 new programmes entering the rankings. Using a ranking system entirely geared and weighted towa ..read more

Our Global MBA ranking edition is now live! In this issue, we showcase the year’s top-performing business schools, consider the impact of robotics and AI on executive education and business, and tackle career future-proofing and building disruptive businesses, amongst other things. To read these stories and more, click here!      The post CEO Magazine’s Global MBA Rankings Edition Is Now LIVE! appeared first on CEO Magazine ..read more

Kruze Consulting, the startup accounting and CFO consulting firm servicing more than 800 venture funded startup clients, has analyzed the last 3 years of startups’ operating expense data. The data indicates that startups have reduced their operating expenses significantly, preserving an average runway of 22 months. Median runways remain strong, higher at the end of 2023 vs the beginning and surpassing 2019-2021 levels. Cash balances average $5M, down from the 2022 highs but above pre-bubble averages. “We’re seeing startups turning a corner on capital efficiency. Based on the data, I expect one ..read more