By Dr Heather Jeffrey Birmingham Business School in Dubai, University of Birmingham Since the outbreak of the pandemic international travel has been shaped or even curtailed by a variety of factors, not least a fear of catching the virus on a plane or at an airport. The sudden closure of borders, risk of hotel quarantines, … Continue reading “The future of travel: Increasing demand for a getaway continues”
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Zero waste: the future of the weekly shop?
By Dr Sarah Montano and Dr Inci Toral Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. As Tesco launches a zero waste shopping in 10 stores in the East of England, once again we ask ourselves are consumers seeking sustainability and will such zero waste stores encourage customers to swap brands? Zero-sum (waste) Game in Retail Consumption … Continue reading “Zero waste: the future of the weekly shop?”
Hybrid Learning: Preparing Students for the Post-Pandemic Future Workplace
By Dr Joachim Timlon, Assistant Professor in Strategy and International Business Department of Strategy and International Business, University of Birmingham Hybrid learning (also known as blended learning) is now fast becoming an essential part of the learning strategy at many British universities. Hybrid learning is a method of teaching that integrates digital technology with traditional … Continue reading “Hybrid Learning: Preparing Students for the Post-Pandemic Future Workplace”
Looking ahead: The Future Business District Study and the Future of the Office
By Hannes Read, Policy and Data Analyst City-REDI, University of Birmingham The Future Business District Study Since the Covid-19 pandemic, many people and businesses have been required to work from home rather than the office. The sudden shift away from working in the office has significantly impacted the Business, Professional & Financial Services (BPFS) sector. … Continue reading “Looking ahead: The Future Business District Study and the Future of the Office”
Covid-19 and the Economic Impact
By Professor John Bryson Department of Strategy and International Business, University of Birmingham The current mantra is that we are living in interesting or even crazy times in which everyday living is being turned upside down. During this time a handshake or a cough could result in illness, or even death, and widespread transmission of … Continue reading “Covid-19 and the Economic Impact”
Large food companies and the obesity crisis
By Dr Jane Glover, Research Fellow Lloyds Banking Group Centre for Responsible Business, University of Birmingham Recently, there have been calls to curb the influence of ‘big food’ companies to help tackle obesity, and for political leaders to step up to make the food industry more responsible. Given the nature of the industry, are these … Continue reading “Large food companies and the obesity crisis”
Thinking about disability and leadership
By Dr John Gibney, Senior Fellow Department of Management, University of Birmingham It is a different idea – but the many uniquely authentic experience(s) of a ‘life disabled’ teach much about the meaning and practice of a ‘good’ life. People who live with, walk alongside, and navigate physical, learning and mental health disability have much … Continue reading “Thinking about disability and leadership”
Is recycling crisp packets enough for Walkers to become a responsible business?
By Dr Roshan Boojihawon, Senior Lecturer in Strategy Department of Strategy and International Business, University of Birmingham After its recent decision to make recyclable crisp packets in response to mounting pressure from its consumers, Walkers seems to have become known as the ‘responsible’ crisp manufacturer. Although some see this as a responsible move, I would … Continue reading “Is recycling crisp packets enough for Walkers to become a responsible business?”
Towards accounting education that balances purpose, people, planet and profit
By Professor Ian Thomson, Professor of Accounting and Sustainability, Lloyds Banking Group Centre for Responsible Business Centre Director Department of Accounting, University of Birmingham In a recent article for the Guardian, Dr van der Kolk correctly bemoaned the technical bias in teaching accounting in many leading business schools. However, his assertion that all business schools choose to … Continue reading “Towards accounting education that balances purpose, people, planet and profit”
Staying stable in a world of financial uncertainty
By Radman Selmic, Research Fellow Lloyds Banking Group Centre for Responsible Business, University of Birmingham Better education and support to clients who need it, a collective demand for transparency in finance, and improved distribution of information to clients are all needed to enhance the level of financial capability across the UK. In a world that has … Continue reading “Staying stable in a world of financial uncertainty”