School v. School: Queen’s University Smith School of Business vs Toronto Rotman School of Management
Apples or oranges? Steak or chicken? Toronto or Kingston, Ontario? If you’re having a difficult time making a decision, you’re not alone. When it comes to choosing the best MBA program for your needs, there can be more than one choice that seems like the “perfect” fit, so how make a final decision? It’s not easy, but that’s what we’re here for.
Our School v. School series offers a point-by-point comparison of two highly respected MBA programs in Ontario: Queen’s University Smith School of Business and the University of Toronto Rotman School of Management. Keep reading to see how each school stacks up. Continue reading…
School vs. School: Florida Hough vs. FSU College of Business
In the Sunshine State, the MBA continues to flourish. Yet, even among the state’s ever-expanding number of AACSB-accredited business schools, two giants stand out: The University of Florida and Florida State University. And while the MBA rivalry may not be as stoic as its football rivalry, there is a lot to consider before potentially enrolling in either school.
Below, we break down Florida vs FSU and what you need to know about the business schools.
School v. School: Michigan Ross v. Minnesota Carlson
Where should you go to school for your MBA? It’s a hard decision that has to factor in many different elements from location to reputation, alumni networks, ROI, and program options.
To help simplify the process for you, our School vs. School series takes a look at two similar top b-schools to compare and contrast their offerings. Today, we look at Michigan vs Minnesota to see which is best for you. Continue reading…
Merage Jumps in Rankings, UCLA Grows Greener, and More
Let’s take a peak at some of the biggest Los Angeles business school stories that have emerged this week.
UC Irvine’s Merage School Jumps Forward in The Economist‘s Rankings – UCI Merage School of Business News
University of California, Irvine’s Paul Merage School of Business jumped forward in The Economist’s 2018 ‘Which MBA?’ rankings, with a move from 39th to 37th in the U.S., and 56th to 52nd in the global standings.
Assistant Dean Jon Kaplan of Merage’s MBA and specialty master’s programs says, “[What is unique about the program] is our focus on preparing students to be leaders in a digitally driven world. When you combine that with our continuous efforts to attract the best and brightest students and to provide them a one-of-a-kind experience, you start to see the rankings improve.”
Earlier this year, Merage’s Executive MBA program was ranked 20th in the U.S. and 30th globally. Dean Eric Spangenberg reiterates the program’s focus on digital transformation.
“Our team has done a great job of pivoting our curriculum to focus on how digital technologies are disrupting all aspects of the business world—not just in Silicon Valley, but across industries,” he says. “Students recognize that, and they choose to come here. This climb in the rankings is evidence not only of our teaching excellence and outstanding career services, but of the caliber of students we’re attracting.”
You can read more about Merage’s place in the rankings here.
How Green is Your Campus? – UCLA Anderson Blog
UCLA Anderson School of Management alum Nurit Katz (’08), the university’s Chief Sustainability Officer, recently gave a report on five major movements that the school has made to become a leader in green campus design.
For one, the business school’s Marian Anderson Courtyard is shaded from the California sun by ZON Powersol umbrellas that not only provide shade, but also utilize solar power for USB mobile devices.
In addition to the use of solar power, the school uses a 42-megawatt cogeneration plant that provides heat, cool air, and electricity for major facilities on campus such as the Regan Medical Center. The plant is partially powered by biomethane gas from a nearby landfill. The use of the gas drastically reduces the campus’ carbon footprint.
UCLA Anderson Chief Sustainability Officer Nurit Katz recently explained the major ways the LA school is moving forward with green energy innovation / Phot via blogs.anderson.ucla.edu
Green roof installation is another way the school is implementing sustainable technology, as shown in the Safdie Rabines Architects’ designed Court of Sciences Student Center food hall. Drought tolerant plants combine attractively with the surrounding landscape to provide natural cooling and water collection methods, while also providing attractive outdoor gathering space.
The Semel Healthy Campus initiative is another example of the school’s commitment to sustainability. With a garden at the Sunset Canyon Recreation Center, this initiative focuses upon healthy solutions for the campus and its neighbors by growing plants for food and medicinal purposes.
Finally, UCLA is working to reduce carbon emissions in the infamously congested city of Los Angeles through the use of the Bruin Bike Share system. This allows students to rent bikes for commuting around campus, making the standard non-automobile transit more visible. The project also allows inexperienced bikers to pair with those who are more seasoned to learn the rules of the road.
Graziadio Women in Leadership Series to Feature Intuit Exec – Pepperdine Graziadio Events
Mary Ann Somers, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Intuit, Inc., will be a featured speaker at Pepperdine Graziadio‘s Center for Women in Leadership (CWL) discussion series on November 8, 2018.
With a background at companies such as Coca-Cola, Hershey, Unilever, and Colgate-Palmolive, Somers has a wealth of experience in reviving struggling brands. She will speak about the increasingly relevant trends in FinTech, and the ways in which it has transformed production and profitability.
Since 2015, the Center for Women in Leadership has strengthened and empowered women in the Graziadio community, and connected them with leaders such as Somers as they move forward in their careers.
Somers’ discussion will take place at the West Los Angeles Campus from 4-6 p.m. on November 8. You can register here for the event.
Chicago Booth, Northwestern Kellogg Top Economist 2018 Rankings
The newest Economist best MBA rankings for full-time programs is officially out, with two Chicago schools topping the list.
NYU Stern and Yale SOM Professors Awarded Nobel Prize in Economics
Faculty define a business school. Their research, teaching, mentorship, and influence have tremendous impact on the experience students have while there and often the careers they pursue once they graduate. From the curriculum they shape to the initiatives and centers they help run, faculty are vital. And it certainly never hurts when those faculty are also Nobel Prize winners.
This year, professors at two leading business schools were recognized with the 2018 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences: Paul Romer at NYU Stern School of Business and William Nordhaus of Yale School of Management (SOM).
Nobel Prize Winners in Economics
At first glance, Romer and Nordhaus might seem unrelated. Romer has spent his career focusing on the nature of economic growth, seeking to answer the burning question, “Why do economies grow and how?” Nordhaus’ work, on the other hand, dives deep into the economic costs of environmental damage in an effort to gauge how much society would be willing to pay to avert climate change.
And yet both men have been hailed by Sveriges Riksbank, which awards the economics prize, as individuals known for “integrating innovation and climate with economic growth,” The Economist reports. They have also both influenced the way other economists think about critically important and complex systems.
Paul Romer
Paul Romer joined NYU Stern in 2010. Currently on leave, Romer is best known for founding the NYU Stern Urbanization Project in 2011, which conducts applied research on how policymakers in the developing world can use city growth to create economic opportunity and enact social reform.
In economics, Romer is known for developing the “endogenous growth model” and other approaches for spurring the market to generate new ideas. These models are based on the belief that the pace of growth and ways in which ideas are translated into growth depends on factors such as state support for research and development of intellectual-property protections. Hailed as a critical step toward understanding patterns of economic growth across the globe, his models highlight that the creation and spread of ideas is necessary for growth, but not alone adequate for initiating it.
In awarding Romer with the Nobel Price in Economics Sciences, the Swedish Academy cited his influence on “integrating technological innovations into long-run macroeconomic analysis.” (NYU Stern News)
William Nordhaus
Photography ©Mara Lavitt October 8, 2018 Evans Hall, Yale School of Management, 165 Whitney Ave. New Haven Yale University press conference presenting William Nordhaus, the Sterling Professor of Economics at Yale University. Nordhaus was awarded the 2018 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel.
Yale SOM Professor William Nordhaus has significantly impacted the teaching of economics at the school. A few years ago, he chaired the Yale Carbon Task Force, which looked at the market price of carbon-related products to determine the need for a market correction due to over-consumption or potential externalities. In particular, the task force delved into questions about distributing costs through organizations, tax effects of corrections, and connectivity problems and solutions.
As a professor, Nordhaus is best known for connecting people with important issues. He asks tough questions that make economics more accessible for everyday people and policymakers.
In economics specifically, he is best known for tackling complex systems surrounding climate change. His research has examined the economic costs of environmental damage and how much society would be willing to pay to avert them. As part of his work, he has combined mathematical descriptions of emissions with integrated assessment models, allowing him to project the impact of different global carbon emissions trajectories on global temperatures.
In awarding him the Nobel Prize in Economics, the Swedish Academy praised his work for “integrating climate change into long-run macroeconomic analysis.” (Yale SOM News)
Changing the Face of Economics
In the end, there’s no denying that both Romer and Nordhaus have blazed new trails in economics and humanity. Their names are synonymous with grappling with global issues we can’t afford not to understand.
