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Academy of Finland corona-related funding to Assistant Professor Ewald Kibler’s research group
The group will study the effects of the COVID-19 crisis on entrepreneurs who are over 50 years old and for whom the crisis thus poses several risks.
KPMG investigates their state of diversity and inclusion through the help of Aalto students
Students recommended implementable diversity acts for 2020.
Best strategy thesis awards to Industrial Engineering and Management students
Student Susanna Tamminen was the winner and Lasse Mäki came second in the annual thesis awards contest of The Strategic Management Society of Finland.
Professor Henri Schildt: 'Strategic leadership is particularly important during this global crisis'
The Coronavirus pandemic is putting great strain on companies and their employees alike. Moments like these create unique demands for inspired and bold leadership. Academic research provides insights into the organizational and strategic challenges posed by crises. Here are some central ideas that can help strategic leaders weather the storm.
Doctoral dissertation: Innovative entrepreneurship may be a viable solution for reducing poverty
Entrepreneurs need an innovative business idea, access to significant support and an environment that endorses entrepreneurship.
Ewald Kibler joins the Editorial Review Board of Journal of Business Venturing
JBV is the leading FT50 Journal in the field of entrepreneurship research.
Professors Farah Kodeih and Henri Schildt: ‘Due to coronavirus, we all have the opportunity to reflect on radical uncertainty'
The uncertainties and disruptions we are now experiencing, although temporary and often modest, provide a glimpse into the commonly overlooked hardships of marginalized individuals.
Five tips for remote working
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School of Business Bachelor's Programme to be revamped
Associate Professor Juuso Liesiö, Senior University Lecturer Johanna Bragge and University Lecturer Christa Uusi-Rauva will be leading the work.
University Lecturer Christa Uusi-Rauva teaches communication skills to both teachers and students
Finding inspiration is important.
Financial Times listed top Business School Research with Social Impact
Two recent publications from the School of Business that focused on social impact were included in the FT top 100 list. The list used social media attention as one of its indicators.
Professor Rebecca Piekkari appointed to Marcus Wallenberg professorship
The professorship is a token of appreciation for Piekkari’s research merits in the field of international business.
Reijo Luostarinen’s legacy can generate a new agenda for IB research
Panelists discussed the other Nordic internationalization process model in the EIBA annual conference
Leaders must develop their knowledge, understanding and skills to provide responsible leadership
At the CEMS Responsible Global Leadership Seminar, students explored human rights principles from multiple perspectives.
Triumph, embrace or offset? Entrepreneurs have different storytelling styles for presenting business closure
New pioneering research shows that entrepreneurs communicate to strengthen their professional image and stakeholder relationships - and avoid blaming others.
Our CEMS exchange (incoming) student Helena Egge to act as the new Student Board President in 2020
Sustainability and diversity in focus on the development of the CEMS alliance.
Alumnus Jesús Manuel Castro Félix: It is important to develop skills that help working with all kinds of people
Good communication and continuous learning were the most important takeaways for the MIB alumnus.
Change can only succeed with the people on board
Culture is the cheapest and most efficient management system, says Professor of Practice Pekka Mattila.
New podcast: Puttonen & Vilkkumaa
The new podcast from the School of Business discusses the idea that better business builds a better society.
School of Business’ Dean awarded successful business students
Dean Ingmar Björkman awarded graduates who had completed their degree within the normative length of studies and with excellent grades. The yearly award was given to 13 Bachelor’s students and 14 Master’s students on 20 November 2019.
