Topic

Entrepreneurship & innovation

Education in Entrepreneurship Gives Prison Inmates a Second Chance

Each day, nearly 1,600 prisoners in the United States leave jail and re-enter society. One of the primary factors influencing recidivism, or the return to prison, is the inability to find a job. People can change, and educational institutions can make a big difference in the success of their futures.

What Is Design Thinking?

Design Thinking for problem solving offers a systematic approach to creativity in order to solve complex business challenges and keep businesses ahead of the innovation curve.

BizBasics: "Entrepreneurship: (Not) Risky Business"

Professor Saras Sarasvathy challenges the assumption that entrepreneurs are always risk-takers. Instead, she argues that entrepreneurs search for what they can create.

Nimble Giants: How to Create an Innovative Company Culture

High-performing companies must achieve a balance between the daily execution of prescribed processes and the flexibility to pivot in response to market changes if they are to remain competitive.

Leading in a Flat and Lumpy World

As a global manager, you must understand that every decision has both a flat and a lumpy component, and the economic growth of a country — whether fast or slow — will also affect your company’s strategy.

The Importance of Organizational Context

Professor Bidhan Parmar gives business leaders useful tips for implementing change.