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The year 2024 got off to a busy start! A new book was published on private sector development in emerging economies, written by three of our MSM colleagues. MSM also issued a Call for Papers to address the rapidly changing world of work, driven by technological advancements, and is organising an online Academic Conference on 23 May 2024. The Call for Papers is open until 8 April 2024 and the link to register for the conference can be found in this newsletter! In the first months of 2024, we welcomed many international students for four of our Short Executive Programmes. Value Chain Analysis for Business Development and Local Value Addition, Women Entrepreneurship Policy, Gender Equality and Women Empowerment as well as Digital Transformation were the first programmes to be given this year. For the months to come, many other Short Executive Programmes are scheduled to take place, so don't forget to look at the upcoming deadlines below. In January, we launched our first intake of the Global Flex Online MBA, with a diverse class of 17 students consisting of 12 different nationalities. In an upcoming newsletter, you can expect to hear more about their experiences. The Master in Management and Full-time MBA students are continuing with their curriculum, and are heading into the SDG challenge and company visits. In this newsletter, you can read all about how they have experienced their classes so far. Best wishes, Meinhard Gans |
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New book published on private sector development in emerging economies |
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Dr. Diederik de Boer, Dr. Harald Sander, Antonella Anastasi and Katharina Friz published a book titled ‘Private Sector Development in an Emerging World: Inclusive Policies and Strategies for the Formal and Informal Economy’. This book explores the interactions between private sector development, public policies and societal institutions with a strong view on contributing to sustainable and inclusive development in emerging countries. |
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Call for papers "The Future of Work: Challenges and Opportunities in a Disrupted World" |
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MSM issues a Call for Papers to address the rapidly changing world of work, driven by technological advancements, such as digitalisation, robotisation and AI, in a context of climate change – and globalisation, demographic shifts, and -increasingly – geopolitical tensions and disruptions. These disruptive developments are having a profound impact on workers, businesses, and societies around the world. |
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In the classroom: A student's perspective on the Master in Management courses |
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The Master in Management students have made significant progress in navigating through their curriculum. Over the past few weeks, they have engaged with their fourth and fifth module, delving into Research Methods and Supply Chain Management. In this blog, Kaitlyn Trinh from Vietnam provides insights into her experience with the programme, highlights the key moments thus far, and shares her perspective on studying at the Tapijnkazerne campus. |
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In the classroom: A student’s perspective on the first Full-time MBA courses in 2024 |
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The full-time MBA students kicked-off 2024 with three different courses: Global Supply Chain Management, Corporate Responsibility and Ethics and Marketing in a Global Context. In this blog, Moustafa Sobh from Egypt shares with you how he experienced the courses and what his key learning outcomes have been. He also adds his perspective on studying at the Tapijnkazerne campus. |
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Triple Helix approach to innovation in Rwanda's agricultural sector |
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Recently the article “Triple Helix approach to innovation in Rwanda's agriculture resulted in a partnership between educational institutions and a private firm producing clean seed potatoes” of MSM’s Prof. Meine Pieter van Dijk was published in the Journal of Agribusiness in Developing and Emerging Economies (JADEE). |
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MSM supports inclusive private sector development in Burundi |
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From 27-29 November 2023 MSM provided a Female Entrepreneurship and Gender Lens Investing Training Workshop in Bujumbura, Burundi. The event was organised by MSM in partnership with the Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs in Burundi (CTJEBU), with Dr. Mulu Hundera, a gender and female entrepreneurship expert, as the facilitator. The training workshop involved various youth organisations promoting entrepreneurship in Burundi, attracting 22 participants, including 12 women. |
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Navigating Ethical Challenges: Corporate Responsibility in a Globalised World |
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“I am a registered Social Auditor and a member of the Social Audit Network UK. The urgency of CSR and sustainability studies is the need of the hour. This course has been truly enlightening. The course is well-structured, providing essential insights and a thorough understanding of the technicalities around CSR and Sustainability. It covers all crucial aspects for a competent CSR professional." This is how Mr. Mathew Vijay (India) experienced the short course on Corporate Social Responsibility. |
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Global Value Chains as the powerful driver of productivity, job creation and increased living standards |
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“This programme adopts a holistic approach to sustainable business development, offering a comprehensive understanding of environmental, social, and economic aspects from different perspectives,” said Mr. Hend Hany (Egypt), participant of the Short Executive Programme on Value Chain Analysis for Business Development and Local Value Addition. |
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Digital Transformation – changing the way we do business |
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“This meticulously designed programme has been a guiding light through the complexities of digital transformation, offering a blend of theory and practical applications.” Were the words of Ms. Nouha Amrani from Morocco after successfully completing the Short Executive Programme on Digital Transformation, which took place from 19 - 23 February 2024. |
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Breaking Barriers: The Imperative for Gender Equality and Women Empowerment |
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In the pursuit of a just and equitable society, the importance of gender equality and women empowerment cannot be overstated. While strides have been made over the years, women still often find themselves worse off than their male counterparts. Closing this gap requires a comprehensive approach that not only addresses individual needs but also tackles systemic challenges. |
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New and upcoming programmes |
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Global Flex Online MBA Master in Management Full-time MBA Executive Education programmes – upcoming deadlines |
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Upcoming events |
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Webinar Global Flex Online MBA - your key questions answered Online Masterclass: Strategic Insights: Balancing Big Data from Operations with Smart Data for Customer Understanding Call for papers "The Future of Work: Challenges and Opportunities in a Disrupted World" 11th International Symposium on Multinational Business Management - Digital Intelligence, Corporate Transformation, and Strategic Human Resources Management |
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MSM videos |
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Watch our latest Online Masterclass below. Click on the image below to watch the video.
Click here for the MSM YouTube channel. |
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