As societies worldwide get older, the debate over raising the state pension age becomes increasingly pressing. Aging populations, coupled with declining fertility rates and rising life expectancy, are reshaping the landscape of public spending, particularly on pensions. Many countries are grappling with this demographic shift by considering, or implementing, increases in the state pension age.
On tennis business: how slow marketing and quality product bring success to a Spanish tennis academy
We caught up with Dr Rushana Khusainova, Senior Lecturer in Marketing about her recent experience at 4Slam Tennis Academy in Barcelona. Dr Khusainova’s teaching and research focuses on mindset, marketing and soft skills and so, fascinated by the success and popularity of the academy despite limited use of promotional marketing, Dr Khusainova interviewed 4Slam CEO and co-founder Jairo Velasco about the academy’s marketing strategies.
The academy utilises slow organic marketing, quality product and prioritise user experience as the keys to their success – in the blog below Dr Khusainova shares her findings.
Empowering Future Leaders: Bristol Business Students Assess Sustainability Reporting
Last March, students from MSc Global Operations and Supply Chain Management and students from MSc International Business and Strategy – Global Challenges, participated in the annual auditing exercise assessing companies’ sustainability and ESG reporting.
Navigating Truth in a Post-Trust World: Building Trust in an Era of Disinformation
In today’s day and age, truth is a currency in constant flux. We find ourselves navigating a landscape where facts blur with opinions, and trust seems elusive. But how did we arrive at this juncture, and more importantly, how do we forge a path forward in a post-trust world?
Fostering Impactful Research at the University of Bristol Business School
At the University of Bristol Business School, our academics are dedicated to conducting research that makes a tangible difference in society. On 27th March, an Impact Case Study event was organised by Professor Evarist Stoja and the Business School research team where our academics came together to share and evaluate the impact of their work.
Game On: The Unstoppable Rise of Women’s Sport
Dr Fiona Spotswood from the University of Bristol Business School and Professor Martin Hurcombe from the School of Modern Languages recently co-hosted a day of events exploring the consumption and representation of women’s sport. Their focus was on the historical exclusion within the realm of women’s sports and the exploration of opportunities for future change.
Nurturing Cultural Intelligence: A Guide for Leaders in Management and Leadership
In today’s globalised world of work, the ability to navigate cultural differences is increasingly crucial for leaders and organisations alike. Drawing from insights shared in the University of Bristol’s recent webinar ‘Cultural Intelligence for Leaders’ led by Dr. Rushana Khusainova, Associate Professor Ekaterina Nemkova from IÉSEG School of Management offers valuable perspectives on the development of cultural intelligence, shedding light on its significance and practical approaches for leadership and management.
Empowering Communities: The Professional Liaison Network Collaborates with Bristol Energy Network
The Professional Liaison Network (PLN) successfully bridges academia and positive real-world action for students at the University of Bristol Business School through a range of exciting placements and projects.
Student PLN placement with DEFRA – a mutually beneficial opportunity
At the University of Bristol Business School, students can work with external organisations to utilise transferable skills from their degree in a professional setting. We spoke to BSc Economics and Management student, Karen, about her recent experiences when she did an in-curriculum placement at the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) organised by the University’s Professional Liaison Network. Find out what she had to say.
Professor Brian Squire appointed Deputy Dean of University of Bristol Business School
We are delighted to announce that Professor Brian Squire joined us in January as Professor and Deputy Dean – TQ Innovation and Enterprise, of the University of Bristol Business School.