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In this issue, we have identified 10 MustWatch Business Schools in 2022 that have been preparing learners with the knowledge to navigate the global business landscape’s challenges and opportunities. On the cover, we feature the College of Business Administration (CoBA), University of Sharjah, which has been taking purposeful strides in delivering quality education and creating the next generation of industry-ready leaders. Enjoy Reading. Sarath Shyam
t is a new world that looks smaller than before. In tune with the advancing technology, the connectivity between far away geographical locations has become faster, which means that decisions made by the western world can impact businesses in the eastern world faster than before. For instance, organizations with clients across the globe would have to worry about global macroeconomics. The ups and downs of exchange rates and inflation changes in different countries would affect the economic performance of multinational firms. Therefore, it has become imperative for such organizations to hire employees who can solve cross-cultural problems and think on a global scale.
To start a career in international management, marketing, accounting, corporate finance, trade consultancy, or even human resources with a multinational corporation, graduates should understand the different business management practices found worldwide. Studying international business schools would help students to see how globalization has
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brought about an increasing ‘connectedness’ of businesses, markets, people, and information across countries. In addition, a long-term benefit of studying business in a global management school is developing the ability to think internationally and thus formulate strategies for your career with the big picture in mind.
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Higher Education Digest August 2022 CONTENTS 16COLLEGE OF ADMINISTRATIONBUSINESS(COBA),UNIVERSITYOFSHARJAH SHAPING ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDS BUSINESSHIGH-QUALITYEDUCATIONTHROUGH COVER STORY
9 Higher Education Digest August 2022 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS, AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF KUWAIT Leading Business Excellence in Kuwait 34 COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY Preparing Next-Gen Business Leaders to Solve Real Business Problems 52 EATON BUSINESS SCHOOL A Virtual Executive Education Platform for ProfessionalsWorking 64 UWI-ARTHUR LOK JACK GLOBAL SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Giving New Dimensions to Leadership Through Globally Recognized MBA Programmes 78 BUSINESS SCHOOLS
10 Higher Education Digest August 2022 MENTOR’S MANTRA ACADEMIC VIEW HOW THE GRE® TEST CAN HELP MAKE YOUR UNITED STATESDREAMSSTUDY-ABROADAREALITY Alberto Acereda, Associate Vice President of Global Higher Education, Educational Testing Service (ETS) 12 BLOCKCHAINHOW REVOLUTIONIZINGISCYBERSECURITY Dr. Loviraj Gupta, Pro Vice Chancellor, LovelyUniversityProfessional 74 ENTERPRISE INNOVATION IN THE DIGITAL AGELEADERSHIP CHALLENGES Dr Karippur Nanda Kumar, Professor of TechnologyInformationat SP Jain School of Global Management, Singapore 48 RELEVANCE OF AN MBA IN THE ERA OF AI Dr. Priti Pandey and Prof. Shekhar Nagargoje (School of Real Estate and Urban Infrastructure, RICS School of AmityEnvironment,BuiltUniversity,Mumbai) 92 CONTENTS
Higher Education Digest August 2022 INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE WHY ARE PROFESSIONALSHEALTHCAREINDIANPURSUINGINTERNATIONALCAREERS? Alejandro Coca, Head of Business, TrueProfile.io 26 DEAR STUDENTS, ARE YOU READY FOR THE “FUTURE OF THE WORKPLACE”? Shrikant Vaze, Head of Asia Cluster GDCs, Fujitsu 60 HOW TO APPLY FOR A DIGITAL MARKETING JOB WITH NO EXPERIENCE Geoff Scott, SEO Content ResumeGenius.comManager, 42 UNCOVERING ADMISSION TRENDS AT TOP US/UK UNIVERSITIES IN 2022 Kunal Mehra, International Education Consultant, Crimson’s India 70 IVY LEAGUES ARE NOT JUST FOR CLASS TOPPERS; KNOW HOW TO FIND YOUR WAY IN RahulAthenaCo-founder,Subramaniam,Education 88
MENTOR’S
How the GRE® Test Can Help Make Your United StatesDreamsStudy-AbroadaReality
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T he United States is among the most prominent study-abroad destinations for students worldwide. Every year, it attracts hundreds of thousands of international students with worldclass universities, academic excellence, a burgeoning job market, cosmopolitan cities and a culturally diverse population. According to the QS World University Rankings 2022, the United States is home to five of the top 10 universities in the world, many of which offer high-quality STEM programs, making master’s degree programs in the United States a popular choice amongst Indian students.
Alberto Acereda, Associate Vice President of Global Higher Education, Educational Testing Service (ETS) MANTRA
Despite restricted travel and other disruptions caused by the pandemic, the United States has remained the top destination for international students and in 2021 admitted over 914,000 international students from over 200 places of origin
Currently, there are around 781 master’s programme specializations from which to choose.
Alberto Acereda is the Associate Vice President of Global Higher Education at Educational Testing Service (ETS) in Princeton, NJ. He has overall responsibility for the ETS Assessment Solution Portfolio that focuses on undergraduate and graduate higher education, with special professoremphasisininnovativesolutionstothehighereducationcommunity.PriortojoiningETSin2012,heworkedfornearly20yearsinseveraluniversitiesintheUnitedStates,bothasaresearchandasanadministrator.
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Despite restricted travel and other disruptions caused by the pandemic, the United States has remained the top destination for international students and in 2021 admitted over 914,000 international students from over 200 places of origin, out of which 167,582, or nearly 20% were Indians. This makes India the secondlargest country of origin for students studying in the United States. For more than two years, higher education institutions in the United States remained committed to serving students via remote education, proactively implementing measures to safely welcome international students via in-person, online, and hybrid learning models, ensuring that opportunities and resources remainedAdditionally,robust. the current United States administration’s welcoming visa policies and rewarding fellowships like the FulbrightNehru Fellowship have also attracted more and more Indian students over the years, making American universities the top preference on their list of study-abroad options. The GRE® Snapshot Report further confirms this trend. According to the report, other than the United States, Indian students have been leading the demand for the GRE test. Even amid the pandemic, the number of Indian GRE test takers increased by about 2,000, with the majority choosing the United States as one of the most preferred destinations. Application Requirements When planning to apply for master’s degree programs in the United States, Indian applicants should check the websites of the programs they intend to apply for to see whether a standardized admissions test is required, suggested or optional. Most programs that say testing is suggested or optional will review the scores of those who submit them. It’s best to submit scores, as you don’t want to submit less information about yourself than other applicants, given how competitive the admissions process can be.
United States: A Top Destination for Indian Students
The GRE General Test, developed by ETS, is the most widely accepted admissions test for graduate and business programs around the world, as well as for law schools in the United States. More than 1,300 business schools in over 160+ countries accept GRE General Test scores including top U.S. institutions such as Harvard University, the University of Chicago, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for their master’s, MBA and other professional programs. Moreover, these scores are valid for five years, thereby providing test takers with flexibility and options for their future studies beyond what other tests provide.
Studying in the United States is a dream come true for most students. It’s a country that offers high-quality education, remuneration and cultural diversity. Receiving an acceptance letter from a U.S. university starts with choosing the best, most widely accepted graduate-level admissions test.
The GRE General Test, developed by ETS, is the most widely
world,graduateadmissionsacceptedtestforandbusinessprogramsaroundtheaswellasforlawschoolsintheUnitedStates
Aspiring students can take the test either at one of over 100 test centres in India or at home. The GRE General Test at home is monitored using both artificial intelligence and human proctors and is available around the clock, seven days a week. Unlike other admissions tests available, the GRE test has convenient features that keep the student in mind. The GRE test allows test takers to skip questions and return to them later and change answers before moving on to the next timed section. Additionally, with the ScoreSelect® service, test takers get to send only their best scores to the desired institution. This score could be the recent one or any set of scores received for GRE tests taken in the last five years. To help the aspirants with their test preparation, ETS offers POWERPREP® Online practice tests that simulate the real test experience and other free and affordable study resources. Free virtual events and videos that introduce the question types you’ll encounter in each section as well as strategies and tips for doing your best are available to all.
The GRE General Test assesses applicants’ critical thinking, analytical writing, verbal reasoning and quantitative reasoning skills — all skills that academic institutions value.
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COVER COVER STORY COLLEGE OF ADMINISTRATIONBUSINESS(COBA),UNIVERSITYOFSHARJAH
COVER STORY SHAPING ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDS BUSINESSHIGH-QUALITYEDUCATIONTHROUGH
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T he College of Business Administration (CoBA) is one of the oldest and largest colleges in the University of Sharjah, established by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah and the Member of the Supreme Council of Rulers of UAE. CoBA began its journey in the academic session of 1997-1998 with 160 students. Since then, the college has been taking purposeful strides in delivering quality education and creating the next generation of industryready leaders. Currently, CoBA offers an extensive list of programs for undergraduate, MBA, Executive MBA and DBA students. The teaching and research cover six main subject areas: Accounting (ACCA, CIMA CPA Australia and ICAEW recognized), Finance (CFA recognized Program), Management, Marketing, Business Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, and Human Resource Management. With the new session just around the corner, CoBA has a lot in store for its students. “This year, we plan to advance CoBA even further, in terms of student-centred learning, high-level research, business and community engagement, building partnerships with industry at multiple levels, and building new centres of excellence and forging international collaborations,” shares Prof. Dima Rachid Jamali, Dean, CoBA. What makes CoBA Unique? CoBA has a diverse team of 37 full-time and highly-qualified faculty who bring vast years of experience and modern teaching approaches to the table. The student body is also internationally
19 Higher Education Digest August 2022 diverse, with 53% being Emirati and the remainder made up of students from other GCC countries (7%), other Arab countries (27%) and 13% from elsewhere. Additionally, CoBA has set up extensive scholarship programs for undergraduate (High school discount & distinction discount), CoBA offers undergraduate, MBA, Executive MBA and DBA programs in business and management providing a solid educational platform that extends into the realms of research, executive education, and advancing thinking and debate around cutting edge business topics
The Sharjah-based college also holds a ‘Leadership Symposium’ intended to engage topcalibre business leaders to share their insights and experiences on leadership with the students. In terms of resources, CoBA hosts an excellent learning environment with state-of-the-art lecture theatres, multiple syndicate rooms, high-quality labs, and other learning spaces for students and staff. Likewise, students have access to impressive library facilities, research databases, online journals, and other leading information services. As a leading business school, CoBA is comprised of an international student body representing more than 45 countries, expanding and learning from new ideas from different cultures and backgrounds
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Enlightening Entrepreneurial Spirit in Students CoBA offers a university-wide compulsory course titled “Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship”, developed with Stanford University. This experiential learning course helps students develop practical entrepreneurial skills based on designthinking methodology, devise innovative solutions, develop prototypes, and test their ideas with potential customers. Since the previous academic year, the college has also held many major interdisciplinary events and competitions that are all intended to maximize student engagement through innovative and practical activities,
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“Moreover, several of our CoBA students have participated in EXPO 2020, whose aim was to accelerate progress on 2030 agenda, get the youth involved, and raise awareness on the SDGs,” proudly shares Prof. Dima. Altogether, CoBA’s mission statement reflects its commitment to entrepreneurship education and is well in sync with the national strategy of the UAE government. Innovation at the Heart of the Learning System
According to Prof. Dima, innovation is one of the cornerstones of the learning system at CoBA. In a similar vein, CoBA’s curriculum is innovation-driven and entails the current market ethos of innovation. The faculty follows a learner-centred innovative pedagogy focusing on harnessing technology and embedding key competencies in their students. CoBA has organized the International Innovation Forum (Sponsored by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry)
Higher Education Digest August 2022 namely the annual ‘Sharjah Chamber Award for Innovators’ and the ‘Innovator Competition’ designed in collaboration with the industry partner, Innovation Box.
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Since its inception, CoBA has formed collaborations, partnerships, and signed MoUs with reputed universities, colleges, and industries. Few of its current collaborators are the University of Arizona, USA, and the American University of Beirut (AUB), Lebanon. CoBA has also signed MoUs with Universiti Kebangsaan, Malaysia and the Hague University of Applied Science, Netherlands. Likewise, students have recently completed their internships at CoBA’s partner organizations such as Air Arabia, Central Bank of the UAE, Sharjah Islamic Bank, Dubai Financial Market, Ernst & Young, Etihad Airways, Etisalat, Government of Sharjah, KPMG, Microsoft, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Health, Paris Gallery, Securities and Commodities Authority, Sharjah Chamber of Commerce, and Sharjah City Municipality. Commenting on the importance of forming global collaborations, Prof. Dima says, “CoBA has long emphasized the importance of building strong links with private and public sector enterprises at the local, regional, and global levels, and we aim to continue to broaden and strengthen these relationships in the coming years too.”
In 2021, CoBA was ranked 3rd in the UAE by the Times Higher Education World University and 431 Worldwide in Business & Economics Related topics. Currently, CoBA ranks 2nd in the UAE and between 300 and 400 worldwide in Business & Economics Related topics. Moreover, the University of Sharjah has also advanced from rank 177 to 89 in the Times Higher Education
and International Forum on Sustainable Development and Sustainable Innovations (In collaboration with the College of Engineering and the College of Fine Arts and Design) for the last two years. Through these forums, students get an opportunity to think outside of the box, come up with creative solutions, and also seek rewards.
Rankings & Accreditations
Nurturing Global Collaborations
For the upcoming years, CoBA has already started implementing key initiatives such as updating curriculum and learning pedagogy, enhancing students’ engagement activities, and intensifying global partnerships according to the strategic 2020-2024 plan. “My aim as the Dean is to consolidate CoBA’s position as the Top Business School in the Arab Region,” states Prof. Dima. CoBA has long emphasized the importance of building strong links with private and public sector enterprises at the local, regional and global levels
“We are in the top 5% of business schools globally, having achieved accreditation from the US Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Ministry of Higher Education in the UAE,” asserts Prof. Dima.
Pre-& Post-Pandemic Strategies
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Ranking for 2022, joining the club of the best 100 young Universities in the World.
The past two years have been extremely challenging for the global education system, one of them being the transition from classroom to online mode. However, the technological infrastructure at the University of Sharjah was already developed even before the pandemic, so CoBA’s transition was not a hindrance. Students, faculty members, and administrative staff were given emergency training, regular exams were conducted as per schedule, and results were declared online. All thanks to UAE’s effective pandemic crisis management, foreign students were able to join the spring session of 2020-2021 at CoBA.
26 Higher Education Digest August 2022 Alejandro Coca, Head of TrueProfile.ioBusiness, INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE Why Are HealthcareIndianProfessionals Pursuing International Careers? AlejandroCocacomeswithrichexperienceofover 15 years in tech/ internet firms, business development positionandentrepreneurship,BeforeTrueProfile.io,heheldcrucialatAmazonandUberEatsandhelpedthesetechgiants withparticularlytobuild,growandscale,enablingthemtopenetratenewmarkets,inSouthernEurope.AsaComputerEngineeringgraduateanMBAfromtherenownedIEBusinessSchool,Alejandro’sprevious roles also include consultant positions, worked within the banking industry, as well as being the co – founder for several companies – leading everything related to business development and marketing.
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T he healthcare sector is transforming at an unprecedented pace in terms of technological advances and scientific research owing to the digital revolution and the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. With a growing demand for healthcare workers, the opportunities for the Indian workforce in the global healthcare sector are immense. According to a 2017 report by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), approximately 69,000 Indian-trained physicians worked in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. This number is expected to increase exponentially over the next few years in order to keep up with the increasing demand.
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) identified 300,000 emerging jobs in the health sector in nations like the United Kingdom (UK), the United States (US), Germany, Sweden, Australia, Japan, and Singapore by the end of this year. Hence, there are a plethora of opportunities available in the healthcare sector across the globe. The key international markets for healthcare professionals are the Middle East and Europe, with a high density of demand in the United Kingdom. Apart from competitive salaries, countries like the UK, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Europe and the US offer many benefits to those seeking healthcare jobs overseas
The first thing you’ll notice when you start working abroad is the differences in culture. For example, your interpersonal skills will develop as you interact with colleagues and patients with varying beliefs and Whether in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, or Ireland,employershealthcarelook for qualified professionalsinternationalmedicalto join their workforce
What attracts many healthcare workers to these countries is the opportunity to work with leading healthcare providers with state-of-the-art equipment and employee-friendly policies. Apart from a high quality of life, many countries also offer superior education and healthcare benefits for family members. A career overseas helps the candidate develop cultural competence. It expands the chances of meeting new people and learning a new language. Furthermore, by interacting with patients and professionals from different cultures and religions, the candidate can learn new techniques and skills that might not be possible otherwise at the workplace. Many healthcare professionals have been able to gain experience in a different country and utilise this experience when they return to their home country.
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Increased Cultural Competence
Factors attracting healthcare professionals to work abroad
often opt for a career in more developed countries to pursue a better life and enjoy a higher earning potential. Apart from competitive salaries, countries like the UK, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Europe and the US offer many benefits to those seeking healthcare jobs overseas.
The World Health Organization predicts a shortfall of over 18 million health workers by 2030. Recognising the healthcare sector as a major employer, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship plans to supply 300,000 healthcare workers to countries like the US, UK, Germany, Sweden, Australia, Singapore, and Japan in Healthcare2022.professionals
The demand for healthcare workers will continue to grow in the coming years with countries aspiring to strengthen their care delivery. A healthcare job abroad comes with the benefits of an attractive salary and the chance to work with leading professionals and modern amenities. Indian healthcare professionals can tap this opportunity to fill the talent gap and establish their careers in fast-moving international markets. With attractive salaries and the chance to work with leading professionals and modern amenities, the talent gap offers Indian healthcare workers an opportunity to establish their careers in fast-moving international markets.
Roles in developed countries that use innovative technology and treatment options allow you to work alongside the latest medical advancements. That experience alone will place you as an ideal candidate when searching for your next opportunity.
When you look for a new job, you will look at the salary, benefits, and growth opportunities. That is why when you look for a healthcare job overseas, you can choose to work in countries with advanced medical care and technology. Additionally, focusing your healthcare job search overseas to gain international experience will boost your healthcare career, increase your earning potential and quality of life.
29 Higher Education Digest August 2022 backgrounds. In effect, your communication skills will improve and your cultural awareness will increase. You also understand how cultural differences influence healthcare.
People from different regions in the world have unique medical conditions linked to cultural practices and beliefs. Therefore, understanding and learning about cultural norms will impact your patients’ quality of care.
Increased Earning Potential
More Opportunities for International Experience Medical jobs have been in-demand across the globe, particularly over the past 2 years. Given that, this demand will continue growing into the next decade, which means there will be no shortage of healthcare job opportunities. With international experience, you set yourself up as an attractive candidate for additional opportunities overseas. Whether in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, or Ireland, healthcare employers look for qualified international medical professionals to join their workforce.
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hether a bank, consultancy, or manufacturer, multinational companies look for support to reinvent themselves, as there has been a complete overhaul of how they conduct their businesses. the future of these companies rests in the hands of employees who can make them resilient to the volatility of market conditions. With the support of our global advisory board, we have handpicked ‘10 Must Watch Business Schools in 2022’ that are performing exceptionally well to create business graduates who can meet future challenges.
College of Business Administration (CoBA), University of Sharjah College of Business and Economics (CBE), American University of Kuwait
Location:Website: Sharjah, UAE Keyperson: Prof. Dima Rachid Jamali, Dean, CoBA, University of Sharjah How to Apply:
Location:Website: Salmiya, Kuwait Keyperson: Dr Ralph Palliam, Dean, College of Business and Economics, AUK How to Apply:
BUSINESS SCHOOLS Pages/default.aspxhttps://www.sharjah.ac.ae/en/Admissions/Colleges/business/Pages/default.aspxhttps://www.sharjah.ac.ae/en/academics/ adminscholarship.htmlhttps://www.auk.edu.kw/pr/catalog/2019/cbeoverview.htmlhttps://www.auk.edu.kw/pr/catalog/2019/
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31 Higher Education Digest August 2022 BUSINESS SCHOOLS Eaton Business School College of Business, University of Findlay ESSEC Business School Curtin Business School Location:Website: Sharjah, UAE Keyperson: Anil Ahluwalia, Academic Director, Eaton Business School How to Location:Website:Apply:Ohio, USA Keyperson: Dr. Katherine Fell, President, University of Findlay How to Apply: Location:Website: Cergy, France Keyperson: Vincenzo Vinzi, Dean and President, ESSEC Business School How to Location:Website:Apply:Perth, Australia Keyperson: Professor Harlene Hayne, ViceChancellor, Curtin University How to Apply:admissions-requirementshttps://www.findlay.edu/admissions/https://www.findlay.edu/business/ domestic/how-to-apply/https://www.curtin.edu.au/study/applying/teaching/business-and-law/curtin-business-school/https://www.curtin.edu.au/about/learninghttps://ebsedu.org/https://ebsedu.org/ https://executive-education.essec.edu/en/embas/https://www.essec.edu/en/
Keyperson: Professor Finbarr Murphy, Executive Dean, KBS and Chairman to
Keyperson: Anne-Marie Croteau, Dean, John Molson School of Business to Mt. Hope, Trinidad
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https://www.ul.ie/business/courses-listhttps://www.ul.ie/business
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Keyperson: Dr Ron Sookram, Academic Director, Lok Jack GSB How to Limerick, Ireland
32 Higher Education Digest August 2022 Murdoch Business School John Molson School of Business
Apply: Location:Website:
murdoch/our-colleges/murdoch-business-schoolhttps://www.murdoch.edu.au/explore/about-https://www.murdoch.edu.au/study/how-to-apply
Keyperson: Professor Andrew Deeks, Vice Chancellor, Murdoch University How to Montreal, Canada
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UWI- Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick Perth, Australia
Apply:https://www.concordia.ca/jmsb/mba.htmlhttps://www.concordia.ca/jmsb.html
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“The College of Business and Economics offers its undergraduate students a rigorous and forward-looking business education couched in the tradition of liberal S
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ituated in Salmiya, Kuwait, the American University of Kuwait (AUK) is a liberal arts institution dedicated to teaching, learning, and scholarship. It is an educational hub serving Kuwaiti nationals and expatriates living in Kuwait with avenues for higher education based on American standards and models. Since its establishment, AUK has offered business programs in the division of business and economics within the College of Arts and Sciences. Later on, in 2011, the College of Business and Economics (CBE) was formally established as the second college within AUK. In 2019, CBE was accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), making it among the 5% of business schools worldwide to have earned the AACSB accreditation.
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS, AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF KUWAIT LEADING EXCELLENCEBUSINESSINKUWAIT
BUSINESS SCHOOLS
The College of Business and Economics prepares students through an American liberal arts educational experience combining quality intellectual challenge and ethical professional practice for careers in Kuwait and beyond.
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DR RALPH PALLIAM, DEAN OF COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS (CBE), AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF KUWAIT
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ABOUT Dr Ralph Palliam has a combination of academic and business leadership in South and North Africa. He earned his Doctorate in Business Management at the University of Pretoria and his Masters and Honors Degrees from the University of Port Elizabeth. He received the prestigious Sasol Award for being the best graduate student at the University of Pretoria. Upon receiving a Senate Research Travel Grant, he researched strategic issues in purchasing, materials and logistics management at the Arizona State University’s Center for Advanced Purchasing and Logistics Management. As a faculty at the Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane (Morocco), he designed and implemented the Investment and Securities Analysis Program and became co-responsible for the establishment of the trading room. He later joined the American University of Sharjah as a finance faculty. His professional work is rooted in an interdisciplinary context, both in style and substance.
Mission & Vision of CBE
In addition, multiple annual events are also hosted at the campus, including Welcome Back Week, Awards Night, Talent Show, International Week, Ghabga and Graish. Students can also join the existing 12 clubs or establish new ones, from academics and literature to social and cultural. The student-athletes of AUK are also The College of Business and Economics aspires to be a leading academic unit recognized locally, regionally, and internationally for its institutional distinctiveness, and academic excellence through the accomplishments of its graduates.
37 arts that educates the whole person (socially, emotionally, intellectually, morally, ethically, and physically),” states Dr Ralph Palliam, Dean, College of Business and Economics, AUK.
CBE is led by the mission to provide an American educational experience producing ethical, innovative, articulate, and globally agile
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CBE is to be a leading academic unit recognized locally, regionally, and internationally for its institutional distinctiveness and academic excellence through the accomplishments of its graduates. Unique Campus Facilities
The campus of AUK is a beautifully designed and landscaped courtyard, offering members of its community a pleasant area to relax and study. In addition, the campus houses spacious & modern classrooms, a dedicated building for students’ recreational activities, computer, science, and language laboratories, paddle, tennis, and football courts, a state-of-the-art library, gyms, coffee shops, restaurants; as well as nearby parking available for students, staff, faculty, and visitors. Additionally, AUK has a specially dedicated ‘Office of Student Life’ cell that hosts various activities and events for students throughout the year, including movie nights, guest lectures, numerous competitions, and certified educational programs such as LEAD.
Extensive Range of Courses
To complement their major, students can also elect a minor (specialization) in a discipline outside their chosen major as per CBE’s
The undergraduate students encounter a range of courses in the Bachelor of Business Administration Degree Program at CBE with majors in 6 disciplines, namely Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing, and Human Resource Management
38 Higher Education Digest August 2022 given the opportunity to participate in local and regional competitions such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis, table tennis, futsal, squash, and swimming. Altogether, the students of CBE, AUK get to experience a perfect mix of quality education and build life-long campus memories.
The hallmark feature of the College of Business and Education is its intellectual diversity and breadth of teaching and learning that improves the quality decision-making.of
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The accounting and finance programs are most popular for students coming from India as they expand international perspective and international rotation opportunities for graduates. Likewise, the opportunity to transfer to member firms worldwide is an opportunity for international students from Kuwait to place their hopes on. Teachers Taking Professional Learning to the Next Level
selection criteria. The specializations are offered in Business Administration (for nonbusiness majors), Economics, and Human Resource Management. Diverse Student Population International students represent Currently, international students represent 24% of the total undergraduate population at AUK, 4.5% of which are from India.
“We are extremely proud of our faculty and staff who breathe life and excitement into our courses and pursue scholarly research in a myriad of areas, and at the same time commit to helping students learn how to meet the challenges of our times locally and globally,” adds Dr Ralph. At AUK, the faculty members have moved away from traditional academic models to current quality delivery models of teaching and learning. Moreover, the university has also opened the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE), which aims to provide AUK faculty with continuous support and resources necessary to apply modern curricula to their classrooms and promote a holistic educational culture that allows faculty to utilize
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Shedding light on AUK’s overseas educational programs and how they provide students with transformative experiences, Dr Ralph shares, “Our international programs provide guidance and resources that help expand educational opportunities abroad.” He further mentions that the university’s existing and developing programs help bridge cultures, deepen understanding, and connect the university community to the world beyond its campus.
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Presently, AUK students get the opportunity to intern at Dartmouth College for 7 weeks in the summer as part of its AUK to Dartmouth Summer Internship program. The university also offers programs that send qualified students for a semester or year to pursue full-time studies at one of its partner institutions, such as Dartmouth College, George Washington University, or the American University of Cairo. Besides, according to its incoming graduate student internship and exchange policies, AUK welcomes students from other global universities to intern and study for a semester or year. Promoting Entrepreneurial Spirit in Students One of CBE’s program goals is to promote entrepreneurial behaviour in students, and so it offers career development and guidance services to its students and alumni. A few of AUK’s successful alumni entrepreneurs, Taiba Al-Humaidhi, is the cofounder and head of Product Mix at Floward, a full-fledged e-commerce flowers and gifts solution based in Kuwait. In 2017, she led the rebranding of Floward, formerly known as Q8Flowers, and has since been responsible for designing all floral arrangements and product mix. Salman Hamada, a 2018 CBE alumnus, is known in AUK as the supplier of daily fixes of coffee. He also approached AUK to install his LEET coffee vending machine on its campus.
Tackling the Pandemic Crisis & Planning the Future
The social and leadership opportunities provided through extracurricular activities at AUK encourage students to develop the ability to deal effectively with people, to learn and practice organizational and management skills, and to develop their potential for leadership in their careers and their communities.
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During the pandemic, AUK adopted the online mode of education to continue the learning journey of its students effortlessly. This was made possible through the joint efforts of the management and staff of AUK. Moreover, the extracurricular activities were conducted in a virtual setting while sporting activities were suspended. Later, when government policies were relaxed, AUK reopened its door to students with strict safety measures.
When asked about how AUK is preparing to operate in the post-pandemic world, Dean Dr. Ralph replied, “Planning a post-pandemic college is not easy since the future remains uncertain.” This is because COVID-19 has changed the entire dynamics of the traditional educational system. To add more fuel to the fire, the fluctuating cases and arrival of pandemic waves make the future uncertain and planning difficult. He, therefore, says that technology needs to be embraced with face-toface interaction, and accordingly, CBE will respond to the challenges that are sustainable and advance its mission.
42 Higher Education Digest August 2022 Geoff Scott, SEO Content ResumeGenius.comManager, INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE How to Apply for a Digital Marketing Job With No Experience Geoff Scott is the current SEO Content Manager at ResumeGenius.com. He has 5.5+ years of experience in the andnameweddingcontentDigitalMarketingindustry,andhaswritten,edited,andmappedoutforalltypesofwebsitesduringthatspan(paymentprocessing,dresses,legaldocuments,andpolicygeneratorwebsitestoafew).GeoffisparticularlyadeptatcreatingSEO-forwardwrittencontentoptimizingwebpagestodrivemoretrafficandconvertusersintocustomers, but he’s also knowledgable in other facets of SEO — having successfully executed full website audits, ideated and run effective link-building campaigns, developed URL architectures for enjoyGeoffnewwebsites,andimplementedcomprehensivekeywordmappingsolutions.Duringhisfreetime,freelancesforwebsiteslikeGoDaddy.comandMovavi.com,andalsofindsopportunitiestoIPAs,dancetodeephousewithhisfriends,anddestroysaidfriendsinSmashBrosUltimate.
1. Strengthen your resume by including skills related to digital marketing To apply for any job (regardless of the industry), you’re going to need a resume. And to get a digital marketing job, your resume needs to be built in a way that makes you seem prepared to learn quickly. Why? Because you almost certainly haven’t developed all the skills necessary to thrive in the role yet.
A s someone who stumbled into digital marketing with no experience in 2016, I can tell you personally that marketing experience isn’t necessary to land work in this burgeoning industry.
First, you should focus on highlighting the skills and experience you do have that are relevant to digital marketing. And it’s certainly Writing a digital marketing cover letter with no experience is fine. But your letter should be even better than one written by an experienced applicant
However, almost six years later (including three years as a hiring manager), and it’s apparent that having specific skills (like writing, HTML, and Excel), as well as being able to interview well will help your chances. Ready to get your foot in the proverbial digital marketing door? I’ll show you how to apply for a digital marketing job without work experience so that you can earn more interviews and eventually land some job offers. From putting together your application to preparing for the interview, here’s how to make your way into a digital marketing career:
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The Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager I work with regularly doesn’t even look for digital marketing experience in candidates applying to work with him. Instead, the thing he values most is motivation. However, the best play to highlight your motivation isn’t actually your resume. It’s your cover letter.
2. Include experiences that showcase transferable skills and competencies on your resume Let’s clear something up quickly — the “experience” hiring managers are looking for isn’t necessarily “work experience.”
3. Don’t write a generic cover letter Cover letters might not be necessary in every industry, but they’ll help you land work in digital marketing. Note that it’s definitely okay to look at good cover letter examples online and get ideas about how you should roughly write and format your own. However, if you end up following a premade template too closely, you’ll hurt your chances of connecting with a digital marketing hiring manager. For instance, I’ve seen countless cover letters start with this general structure: Dear Hiring Manager, My name is [NAME], and I would like to express my interest in the open position at your company. Based on the job requirements, I’m certain I have the skills and experience required for the role. Although I appreciate everyone who takes the time to apply for a digital marketing position at my company, I appreciate candidates more who clearly put a bit more time into their
For example, are you a digital native comfortable using trending apps like TikTok and Instagram Reels? If you’re proficient with these platforms (even if they seem just like fun things you play around with in your spare time), you’d be surprised to know a lot of marketing managers aren’t good at using them. Like myself. Listing these apps in your skills section can help fill out that part of yourEvenresume.yourtyping speed is something that could potentially impress a digital marketing hiring manager. For instance, the most effective members of my team all type over 100 words per minute (WPM). So if you can score over that on Live Chat’s free typing test and then list your WPM in your skills section, hiring managers like myself will notice.
For instance, have you ever made your own website, completed school projects related in some way to digital marketing, or designed materials for a school club or organization? These experiences show that you’ve already been honing skills applicable to digitalEvenmarketing.workexperiences that might not seem related to digital marketing can help you make the case you’re cut out for such work. Here are some experiences that reflect well on aspiring digital marketing applicants: managing money as a cashier (attention to detail, math skills) helping customers as a teller (organization, people militaryskills)experience (discipline)
44 Higher Education Digest August 2022 possible you’ve already accumulated some of these skills and experiences at this point, even without actual “digital marketing” experience.
application. For example, they could include my actual name (it’s on the job description). Plus they could tell me what open position they’re applying for, and explain what skills and experience they have and how it qualifies them for that specific role (because there are several roles open at any given time).
In the best cover letters I’ve encountered, the candidates always seem to fully understand the responsibilities listed in the job description, and are then able to illustrate how they’re equipped to handle those responsibilities. If you familiarize yourself closely with a job description, you’re immediately in better shape to write an effective cover letter.
4. Showcase your writing skills and sincere interest in the role Writing a digital marketing cover letter with no experience is fine. But your letter should be even better than one written by an experienced applicant.
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If I read a cover letter and immediately can tell the writer isn’t addressing me with their own words, my interest in their application immediately drops. I don’t expect everyone to use my name (although I notice when they do and like it). But I do expect candidates to write to me and not some vague concept of a hiring manager.
If you’ve made it to the interview stage, the hiring manager has already determined that you seem capable of handling digital marketing work. What they now want to see is what kind of person you’d be like to work with, and how you’d react in different situations. A digital marketing interview usually entails many of those commonly asked interview questions you read about on the internet. Addressing these comfortably (by preparing for them in advance) will immediately make you seem more confident. You should also spend a bit of time rereading the job description before the interview. Check out the company’s website so you can better understand what they do and what they’re known for. When an interviewer inevitably asks “Do you know much about what we do here?” you’ll be prepared to answer with confidence, and your interest will come off as points in your favor. Lastly, there’s a good chance you’ll be thrown a curveball question at some point during your interview. When you’re asked something truly unexpected (like what state would you remove from the US if you could choose), request a minute to think about it. Take some deep breaths, and gather your thoughts. There’s no rush to answer immediately (within reason), so avoid blurting out something that makes you look bad on accident by taking your time before answering.
Applicants who write clear paragraphs that convincingly explain their desire to work with me and my team are already a huge step ahead of most other applicants. But if they’re also able to touch on a few related skills they’re ready to leverage immediately if hired, they’ll almost certainly make it to the interview stage — regardless of experience level.
Once you begin writing, focus on why you’re interested in digital marketing and what skills you have that would make you successful in the role. Even if you learned those skills in school, volunteering, interning, or elsewhere, if they’re tied to digital marketing they’re worth bringing up.
Equipped with a resume that reflects your transferable skills, a cover letter targeting the specific job you want, and a bit of interview prep, you’ll land your first job in digital marketing before you know it. Good luck on the job hunt! You should also spend a bit of time rereading the job description before the company’sCheckinterview.outthewebsitesoyoucanbetterunderstandwhattheydoandwhatthey’reknownfor
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5. Prepare for your interviews by studying common questionsinterview
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InnovationEnterprise in the Digital Age ChallengesLeadership
Dr Karippur Nanda Kumar works as Professor of Information Technology at SP Jain School of Global Management, Singapore. Dr Kumar is responsible for teaching, applied business research and industry collaborations in the areas of Technology Management, Digital Business and Consulting across SP Jain campuses in Dubai, Mumbai, Singapore and Sydney. Dr Kumar is actively involved in applied research in areas such as Digital Leadership, Enterprise Digital Transformation, Digital Supply Networks and Innovation Management. In 2018, Dr Kumar has been conferred as a Fellow of the Singapore Computer Society for outstanding contributions and the advancement of the tech profession.
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I n the context of an enterprise, we can broadly define innovation as any change to a process, product or service that adds value. Enterprise innovation in the digital age starts with envisioning how organizations can bring together digital technologies, people, data, and processes to provide impactful and personalized services to their customers and sustain a competitive advantage. To compete in a fast-changing digital environment, there is an urgent need for enterprises need to accelerate innovation through rapid experimentation and continuous learning.
Leaders such as CIOs traditionally were tasked with focusing on automating and improving the processes of an existing business. Today, enterprise leaders require the ability to challenge assumptions and reimagine and reinvent that business itself. They need to sense changes in the competitive environment, potential shifts in technology, customer expectations and set strategic priorities for enterprise innovation. For example, the assumption that customers are mass market are no more true there is a need to connect and engage customers as a dynamic network through digital platforms. This creates a great opportunity to innovate and co-create with customers. In traditional businesses, data is stored and utilized in organizational silos. Today, data is being generated at an unprecedented rate—not just by enterprises but by Leaderseveryone.need to be digitally savvy to understand that digital technologies are transforming the ways that businesses innovate. Enterprise innovation requires competent leaders, who, with their knowledge and experience, will be able to drive the change to integrate technology and business Leaders need to be digitally savvy to understand that digital technologies are transforming the ways that businesses innovate
50 Higher Education Digest August 2022 organizations toward innovation and business transformation to achieve the desired outcomes. Digital literacy along with tolerance for ambiguity and customer centricity are some of the key attributes to flourish in this digitalTraditionally,age. innovation development and testing ideas were expensive and done by a few in the organization in isolation. Today, digital technologies enable continuous testing and experimentation through technologies ranging from simulation to predictive analytics to 3D printing that were inconceivable in the past. Such prototypes can be built rapidly at a fractional cost and ideas tested quickly with user communities. Technologies such as digital twin, which is a virtual representation of a physical system, enable enterprises to engage in product-centric, model-based innovation processes. The approach is to focus on the customers and their needs and not one product. Rather than concentrating primarily on a finished product, this approach focuses on identifying the right problem and then developing, testing, and learning from multiple possible protypes and solutions. Leaders hence need to encourage constant learning and the rapid iteration of products by putting in place in place both technological and operational foundations that foster cross-functional collaboration and constant evolution. Some of the challenges leaders s face today include organisational silos in storing and utilising data, legacy processes and cultural resistance to change. Leaders need to encourage data-driven innovation capitalising on data sharing and data analytics to sense new customer-centric trends, facilitate data driven decision making and add value to business. Enterprises undertaking innovation projects need to ensure that these projects potentially lead to scalable initiatives that are capable of enhancing business performance. Developing related metrics early in these projects to measure success in areas such as customer experience, revenue growth and retention and employee productivity and sustainability is often challenging too.
Encouraging collaborating by forming external partnerships with partners such as platform companies is another way to explore new innovation opportunities.
For enterprise-wide innovation, leaders need to provide employees the opportunity to generate their own innovative ideas and propose where digitisation / digital technologies could and should be adopted in the business. Investing in digital skills, encouraging risk taking and innovation through competitions such as hackathon across divisions is one way to achieve this.
Use of technologies such as blockchain enable enterprises to participate and evaluate potential partnerships in the innovation process. To facilitate such collaboration effectively, there is a need to balance innovation with good governance. Leaders need to put in place good governance practices that support organisational changes, enables collaborative communications across organisational boundaries and a promote shared digital decision-making culture of an organisation. Such practices may include developing innovative and creative processes, new polices, roles and responsibilities to manage innovation projects effectively. There is a need to ensure that businesses build their digital innovation capabilities on top of a stable and secure infrastructure whether internally or externally sourced and are effective at selecting the most appropriate technologies andLeadersarchitectures.ofsmall and medium enterprises, may proactively tap on various government incentives for enterprise innovation and collaboration as possible. Our past studies indicate that government incentives and regulatory support across Asia Pacific vary widely. Consequently, there is for leaders to lobby the respective governments to provide incentives for innovation and collaboration and put in place or update regulations in the areas of cybersecurity and policies that promote digital governance.
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Use of technologies such as blockchain enable enterprises to participate and evaluate potential partnerships in the innovation process
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY PREPARING NEXT-GEN BUSINESS LEADERS TO SOLVE REAL BUSINESS PROBLEMS BUSINESS SCHOOLS ocated in the dream town of Findlay, Ohio, the University of Findlay (UF) is a private university offering top programs in business, sciences, computer science and analytics, environmental health, and nuclear medicine. Beginning its journey in 1882, UF was incepted with the mission to equip students for meaningful lives and productive careers. Since then, the university has been cultivating the potential within each student through academic excellence, transformative experiences, and a supportive community grounded in the Christian faith. The exceptional quality academic programs focusing on hands-on learning and robust campus life have made UF into one of the best private universities in the Midwest. The College of Business UF’s College of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The mission of the College of Business is to develop business L
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Established in 1882 through a joint partnership between the Churches of God, General Conference and the city of Findlay, the University is known for excellence in its science, health professions, animal science and equestrian studies programs, but also for cultivating the next generation of business leaders, educators and innovative thinkers through a dedication to experiential learning, both in and outside of the classroom
54 Higher Education Digest August 2022 leaders who translate knowledge into professional actions that provide valuable contributions to a global society. To stay industry-relevant and prepare students for future careers in the everevolving business environment, the College of Business has also emphasized its programs to enhance the student experience, get businesses on campus, and create true partnerships.
Currently, the College of Business offers Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s Degrees. The
The MBA program, one of the most popular programs selected by international students, aims to prepare tomorrow’s business leaders through a comprehensive curriculum focused on personal
At Findlay, students can earn a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in as short as one year. Courses can be completed fully online, oncampus or in a hybrid of both. undergraduate offerings target both traditional undergraduate students and working professionals or non-traditional students. Students enrolled in the traditional undergraduate program have the opportunity to earn certifications in Excel and leadership that are built into their curriculum. Moreover, the classes are conducted in a variety of modalities, including asynchronous online courses and face-to-face classes. There are also two distinctive courses, i.e., Marketing and Management, which are offered entirely online and have a Degree Completion Program for working adults with at least 61 transferable credit hours at a C level or higher.
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56 Higher Education Digest August 2022 and professional development. It is offered both fully online and in a hybrid format. Students can choose from five-degree paths: Business Administration, Business Analytics, Certified Public Accounting, Certified Management Accounting, and Healthcare Management.
Igniting Innovation & Unleashing Leadership Skills
Every year, UF hosts an ‘Innovation Competition’ at its campus for undergraduate students to learn more about innovation and entrepreneurship through developing an idea, creating a business plan, and delivering a final presentation. The competition is divided into three categories: green initiative, innovative business, and high school division. It is open to all UF’s full-time, part-time, and degree-completion undergraduate and high school students who would like to learn more about the business program at the university.
A Seasoned & Purpose-Driven Faculty
The full-time and part-time faculty members of UF’s College of Business bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and energy to the classroom and extra-curricular activities. The institute aims to ensure students have the best learning experience possible and are connected to the business community. They actively participate in national and international workshops, conferences, training programs, and seminars. In addition, faculty are members of numerous organizations of repute and hold multiple professional development certificates. Besides these, quality research is conducted by faculty members, which is then published in the form of manuscripts in high-impact factor, peerreviewed academic journals.
BRITE Centre Paving Way for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
The College of Business at UF has set up a BRITE (Business Resource for Innovation, Teamwork, and Entrepreneurship) Center, which provides The Center for Student Life and College of Business Building opened in the fall of 2017. This building is utilized by all colleges of the University for students to learn, network, and engage.
Another initiative taken by UF is through the Oiler 10 program. The mission of this program is to disrupt the status quo by doing education differently through working with external clients to improve their businesses while improving their skill-sets in the process. Oiler 10 is a student-run, faculty-mentored marketing and consulting agency where students gain authentic hands-on experience by providing support and solutions to real businesses and organizations. As a part of this program, student groups travel and learn from agencies and businesses around the country. They also have the opportunity to earn credit hours for participating in the group or as an extracurricular activity. Similarly, the Dana Scholars Program, which recently celebrated its 25th anniversary, provides an opportunity for business students to connect higher education with the real world of business. Every year, a Dana Chair is selected by the Dean of the College of Business to serve as a team builder and provide leadership in the undergraduate business program. Each year, 10 outstanding business students are selected based on their academic achievements and leadership skills. At the Dana Chair’s discretion, guest speakers from various levels of business are brought in, and class trips are taken to area businesses.
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58 Higher Education Digest August 2022 programs, events, speakers, competitions, and support to students and alumni who aspire to become entrepreneurs. In addition, multiple genres of professionals provide mentorship with a broad base of experience, from food service to health department codes to youth involvement and legal Takingliabilities.itastep further, the College of Business partnered with UF’s athletic department to create the Pivot Program, which fosters personal innovation with an entrepreneurial mindset for student-athletes. Through a 6-week workshop with an entrepreneur within the Findlay community, student-athletes are given lessons on creating a personal brand and culture and using strengths beyond the athletic arena for life. Student Life at UF UF is fully committed to building and cultivating a community where every individual can be their authentic self. “We celebrate our commonalities and unique differences, and we acknowledge that diversity broadens learning, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and prepares our students for meaningful lives and productive careers,” shares UF’s President, Dr. Katherine Therefore,Fell.students belonging to culturally diverse backgrounds are accepted, valued, and supported throughout and beyond their learning journey. The university becomes their home away from home, where they make lifelong friends, take risks, be inspired, and become a bigger version of themselves. The campus provides 24+ intramural sports programs, small classes, 100+ clubs and organizations, and much more to keep the students happy, healthy, focused, and engaged.
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the University of Findlay prepares tomorrow’s business leaders through a comprehensive curriculum focused on personal and professional development.
Multiple Scholarships There are numerous scholarship opportunities offered by UF, such as undergraduate merit scholarship, trustee scholarship, presidential scholarship, dean’s scholarship, Findlay Award, International Scholar Award, graduate student scholarships, and MBA scholarship. In addition to these, intensive English Language Program and sibling scholarships are also offered.
Likewise, UF designed and implemented the ‘Oiler Start Safe & Stay Safe Plan’ to promote a healthy environment and take the precautions needed to keep its campus community safe. This plan shared general information on health and safety protocols and weekly updates on COVID-19 positive cases with the entire campus community. In addition, UF also monitored national trends, followed CDC guidelines, and worked closely with local and state health officials. UF will continue to provide students, parents, faculty, and staff with a safe environment, quality education, and positive experiences to last a lifetime.
Keeping the Campus Community Safe was the #1 Priority During the Pandemic In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, UF provided additional training to its faculty and staff on hybrid and online course delivery. Moreover, the University’s Academic Technology Services (ATS) and Information Technology Services (ITS) worked diligently to ensure every classroom was outfitted with a monitor that contained a camera, microphone, and speaker. This enabled instructors to seamlessly and effectively conduct classes via Zoom while students attending classes remotely got the same classroom experience. Additionally, over 60 classrooms were fitted with a Poly Studio, allowing students to connect, interact, and bond with their peers and professors.
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ServiceApplicationShrikantpartofhisrole,heisontheBoardofallthelegalentitiesintheAsiaCluster.hasover25yearsofrichexperienceintheITindustryspanningacrossDevelopment,ERPimplementation,ManagedInfrastructureServices,Desk,andBPO.Shrikanthasanin-depthunderstandingofglobalmarkets,ashe
Shrikant Vaze, Head of Asia Cluster GDCs, Fujitsu of the
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INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE Dear Students, Are You Ready for the “Future
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Shrikant Vaze is the Head of Asia Cluster, Global DevelopmentCenters,Fujitsu.Inhiscurrentrole,heisresponsible for leading Fujitsu’s India Global Development Centre as well as the Asia Cluster GDCs in China, Malaysia, Philippines, and Costa Rica. As has managed customers across banking, and manufacturing sector.
In a speech about the future of learning, renowned keynote speaker and author, Alan November, said we must “teach students how to learn”. For too long, students have been taught that there is only one correct response for any given question. To best prepare yourself for the future, you must acquire the perseverance
In the future, more and more jobs will revolve around solving complex problems that machines and AI will not be able to solve
T he traditional working structure is on the cusp of being replaced by artificial intelligence (AI). Robots could eventually become indispensable to human life. The World Economic Forum predicts that, over the next 10 years, artificial intelligence will have a significant impact on job trends, resulting in generating millions of new employment opportunities in software, engineering, design, support, and training powered by the technology. The coming decade will witness a rise in the value of human skills, such as persuasion and social awareness, which will become more important as AI and machine learning take over the majority of our daily work. Workers of the future will need to be able to adapt their abilities to meet the changing demands of theWorkplacesworkplace. will become more agile, adaptable, entrepreneurial, and innovative, making the organisation into the most effective potential incubator for the growth of talent at the top. So how does one ensure a healthy workspace among our new AI colleagues? And what exactly can we anticipate from our robotic co-workers when we start working side-by-side?
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62 Higher Education Digest August 2022 to go beyond simple recall of knowledge and instead engage in creative struggle and greater levels of reasoning. In the future, more and more jobs will revolve around solving complex problems that machines and AI will not be able to solve. There will be a rise in the number of people working in jobs that are more unusual and difficult, while more mundane tasks will be mechanised. In such a scenario, students with growth mindsets will have jobs, but fixed mindsets will be increasingly replaced by computers.Studentsmust begin to view AI as a collaborative partner rather than a possible threat. For instance, there is a lot of analyst labour being automated, but that provides MBA graduates access to higherlevel jobs. Do not forget, humans have a distinct edge in the industry. Motivation, human interaction, and understanding will continue to be difficult for machines to replicate, thus, those who wish to remain competitive in their fields should work on developing these talents. For instance, a doctor’s effectiveness at diagnosis and treatment recommendations may be surpassed by a computer algorithm. However, to sit down with a patient, understand their living situation (finances, family, quality of life), and help them decide the best treatment plan, one needs a human. In the same way, a smart machine may be able to diagnose and offer solutions to complicated business issues. However, it is still a human being’s duty to motivate the team, avoid conflict, and find the right people to lead the
shouldemotionalthatCorporatesbeintelligencedeveloped,quotientWhiletransformation.intelligence(IQ)canbeemotionalneedstofostereddiligently.mustensuretheimportanceofintelligencenotgo unappreciated; the ability to understand and manage emotions is the first step in realising the true potential of the workforce. An employee’s capacity for emotional intelligence is critical to achieving success in all aspects of their life, from personal relationships to work and social interactions, to making better decisions. Without a doubt, emotional intelligence is an integral part of forming and developing meaningful human relationships. Corporates should invest in candidates who have refined their emotional intelligence. Developing this skill will encourage Corporates must ensure that
emotionalimportancetheofintelligenceshouldnotgounappreciated;theabilitytounderstandandmanage
emotions is the first step in realising the true potential of the workforce
Key Takeaways
63 Higher Education Digest August 2022 many positive traits, from resilience to communication, and motivation to stress management, all of which can be seen as conducive to effectively achieving occupational health, and success.
Dear students, let go of the traditional ways and open yourself up to the future. Develop the core competencies of unlearning and relearning on a regular basis. Seize the opportunity for growth and development that comes with the shift in your profession. Determine how well you can engage with, motivate, and evaluate others. Know where you are in terms of emotional intelligence and where you can improve. Developing emotional intelligence is something you should invest working on. While focusing on the essentials, move your attention to how you can lead others more effectively and connect with them.
What you, as a human, can do better than any smart machine is connect with the people in your environment. Invest in these skills in the same way that you have invested in your technical expertise. You will still have an important role to play in your industry if you are an excellent motivator, manager, or listener.
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A VIRTUAL EXECUTIVE EDUCATION PLATFORM FOR WORKING PROFESSIONALS BUSINESS SCHOOLS oday, online learning has become the most effective tool for working executives to upgrade themselves with globally recognised certifications to become industry-relevant. Eaton Business School (EBS) is a registered Higher Education Institution catering to the continuous learning aspirations of working professionals across the globe. EBS offers Executive MBA programmes specializing in Business Analytics, Project Management, Healthcare Management and Leadership, Human Resource Management and Supply Chain & Logistics Management. Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) and shorter-duration Professional Diploma courses at EBS also provide learning avenues to the working professionals in their pursuit of continuous learning journey. A Vision-Mission Driven Educational Institution An entity of Westford Education Group, EBS was built on a mission to serve the geographically dispersed learners T
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Eaton Business School (EBS), an entity of Westford Education Group, has developed an ideal learning platform to provide the best tools and resources for busy working executives around the globe
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ABOUT Anil Ahluwalia has had more than 30 years of experience as a trainer. He is a Master Trainer and is acclaimed as an outstanding leader in Academic, Corporate, HR and Business Management Training Services. He was also extensively involved in Training while serving in the Indian Army and was deputed by the Indian Government to train the Botswana Defence Force. Anil is presently spearheading all training courses for Westford School of Management in UAE, and other regions, as the Academic Director. Anil has conducted training courses from graduate to postgraduate levels, including workshops and seminars for various nationalities in diverse job industries. He is also a qualified experiential learning trainer. The various training programmes conducted by him has immensely benefited senior and junior management employees, managers, supervisors, front-liners, and staff from various industries. His highly motivating seminars and workshops are well known for their high-quality content backed by his inimitable and engaging delivery style. His energising sessions are insightful and stimulate participants to unleash their innate energies, fulfil their potential and create an intense desire for success and personal excellence.
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67 Higher Education Digest August 2022 keen to elevate their professional status with globally recognised Masters, Bachelors, and Professional Diploma programmes, at the comfort of their home or office. Anil Ahluwalia, Academic Director, Eaton Business School, states, “Our vision is to be recognised as the choice provider of management & related disciplines for working professionals in their pursuit of higher education by delivering relevant, flexible, and affordable international programmes.”
● Scholarships: The virtual executive education platform offers scholarships to candidates based on their professional expertise and experience. It ranges from 10% to 25% of the tuition fee.
Nurturing a Diverse Student Population With EBS’s flexible programmes and efficient learning platform, led by its expert faculties, learners across South Africa, Australia, India, The Netherlands, Kenya, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Zambia, UAE and many others enrol in the institution to continue their higher education. Since inception, more than a thousand working professionals from 80 countries
● Team: At EBS, there is a team of teachers, administrators, assessors, student advisors, and student engagement and enrichment officers who are always available for support and guidance to their learners.
EBS possesses 6 key attributes that make it a one-of-a-kind online learning platform.
● Recognised Prior Learning: The learners can pursue a Master’s Degree programme based on their prior work experience and/or professional certifications obtained.
● Inclusiveness: EBS has created a virtual environment where the brightest and best of learners from different countries, continents, and time zones come together on a common platform for peer learning and sharing of realworld business challenges. It is a platform that also enable learners to network with people of varied backgrounds and build relationships.
● Flexibility: EBS’s synchronous online and recorded lectures provide complete pedagogy support to all its learners, who log in from different time zones between 7 pm to 10 pm UAE time. If learners cannot attend the live sessions, they can easily go through recorded classes made available on EBS’s LMS within 24 hours.
What Makes EBS the Chosen Destination for Online Education?
● Technology: In keeping up with modern times, EBS has combined the latest management knowledge base and tools with cutting-edge technology that provides a great learning experience with an indigenously developed LMS. This LMS is user-friendly and gives learners a one-point solution to their learning needs.
● Accreditation and Approvals: EBS offers European degrees, certificate courses, and diplomas fully accredited by WES, ENICNARIC, and SAQA.
According to Anil, EBS inculcates innovation and creativity in students by encouraging learners to participate in case analyses which relate to pragmatic situations, various quizzes to test the innovative answers to some of the probing questions, organisational analyses to discuss live industry cases of organisations, group brainstorming, group tasks, and presentations. Moreover, assessments are done based on creative and analytical assignments wherein learners must analyse and synthesise management concepts, theories, and experiential learnings to recommend solutions to the given business situations and challenges.
68 Higher Education Digest August 2022 have embarked on their learning journey with Eaton Business School.
Inspiring Creativity & Entrepreneurship through Key Initiatives
International Collaborations Enhancing Quality of Education
Over the years, EBS has formed global partnerships with renowned organisations to offer the best and most widely acceptable degrees and diplomas to its learners. These include Guglielmo Marconi University (GMU) - Italy, University of Portsmouth - UK, Cambridge International Qualifications (CIQ) - UK, Awards for Training and Higher Education (ATHE) - UK, Chartered Management Institute
69 Higher Education Digest August 2022 (CMI) - UK, and Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) - UK. COVID-19 & the Rise of Online Learning
Even before the pandemic, EBS and some of its parent companies in the group have been robust and strong in online synchronous deliveries. Hence, the institution could easily defeat any challenges posed due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Commenting on the rise of online learners during & post-pandemic times and future strategies, Anil says, “There is a definite increase in awareness and acceptance level of online learning platforms across the globe.” With modern technology at their disposal, the team of EBS can provide a seamless experience to the learners and the facilitators. Moreover, Anil and his team makes sure to upgrade and adopt the best systems, processes, and technological tools so that a student from any corner of the world can easily access EBS’s synchronous e-classes and all its pedagogy support. Planning New Alumni Chapters Ahead
For the upcoming years, EBS is looking forward to collaborating with business organisations in various global cities and setting up more alumni chapters in different parts of the world in stages. “We are planning to roll out many alumni chapters in major cities of Africa in the next six months,” reveals Anil. Eaton Business School’s strategic partnership with accredited Universities and withprovidesKingdomBodiesrecognizedinternationallyawardingintheUnitedandEuropethelearnersgloballyaccepted certifications in line with the current market trends and requirementsbusiness
Kunal graduated with a bachelor’s in economics from University of Delhi and had admits from the Wharton School (MBA) and the North-western University (Accelerated JD).
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Uncovering Admission Trends at Top US/UK Universities in 2022
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Kunal Mehra is the International Education Consultant for Crimson’s India office. He has spent over 16 years in the Educationsectoracrossdifferentverticalsincludingholdingpositions at some of the world’s leading education and technology companies such as Coursera and the College Board. At the College Board, Kunal was the Director South Asia at the College Board, looking over the expansion of College Board programs such as SAT and AP in India. Kunal was also part of the core founding team at a Law and Technology company, Rainmaker, which built the Bar Exam in India and also built one of India’s first asynchronous learning platform - myLaw.net.
T he benefits of International education at Top US and UK universities have always been long debated and they have always weighed heavier on the pros than the cons. This has largely been due to these universities’ emphasis on holistic education, imparting real world skills as well as the ability for their students to open doors to opportunities in the most competitive workplaces across the globe. The US and UK universities are already considered the most “sought-after higher education systems in the world,” and while we saw a downward trend in 2020 and 2021 largely due to an unprecedented situation globally, however, 2022 created a new record in terms of number of international student applications across both continents. Many attribute the increase, especially among underrepresented racial and ethnic groups and low-income students, to relaxing (and in some cases eliminating) the ACT and SAT testing requirements, outreach efforts by top universities, in the form of increased efforts to reach new students worldwide through online recruiting as well as a growing concern among parents and students around the capabilities of developed countries to weather the storm in case of another global crisis in future. In June 2022, US universities reported a marked recovery from the sharp decline many
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More and more international students recognize the value of a quality education and how it opens doors to a world that’s perhaps more well-resourced than their home country
Harvard only accepted 3.19% of its 61,220 applicants and University of Pennsylvania only reported 4.40% of its applicants received admittance letters!
High school students today are relooking at the value and potential of their university education, through the lens of the pandemic aftermath. The pandemic has driven student interests to host of newly created programs
Acceptance rates are decreasing or holding steady at record-low rates across all Ivy League schools. This ongoing trend is likely due in part to the following: Pent-up demand Uncertainty of the pandemic Test-optional policies More applications per student Let’s take a closer look at some of the underlying trends, which made this admission cycle, one of the most competitive cycle till date.
More applications per student
Pent-up demand in international enrollment: The onset of the pandemic saw business and border closures across the world and it was almost a year before there was some sense to be found in this chaos. Universities and students were forced to adapt digital learning pedagogies, as most students couldn’t migrate for their on-campus classes. Not only did this dishearten the students but also the campus culture at top universities. Top US and UK Universities are making a swift recovery from the drop in international applications attributed to the pandemic in 2022-2023. 65% of US Colleges Expect an Increase in International Enrollment This Fall Uncertainty of the post-pandemic world
Test optional colleges accept but do not require SAT or ACT test scores. It’s entirely up to students - whether they want to submit their test scores or not. If they have scored below average, then they may choose not to disclose the score and work on improving their application in other areas. Some schools have gone a step further and declared that test scores will be optional beyond 2022 (whether that be for an additional 2-3 years or permanently needs to be seen).
This year has proven to be perhaps one of the most competitive in the history of the Ivy League and top 50 Universities globally.
Test Optional Policies
72 Higher Education Digest August 2022 experienced in international student enrollment over the course of the pandemic. While a few reported numbers similar to last year’s Class of 2025, some acceptance rates were much lower.
A large number of US universities implemented the test optional policies last year, which they have opted to extend in light of the continued after effects of the global pandemic. With countless tests canceled and many students unable to get to open testing centers in 2020, and with the potential for another year of uncertainty ahead, many colleges have made test scores optional for at least one more year to pre-emptively ease the burden on students with little or no access to testing opportunities.
One of the big outcomes of the last 2 years has been a realization that we live in an uncertain world and how resources will play a huge role in future. More and more international students recognize the value of a quality education and how it opens doors to a world that’s perhaps more well-resourced than their home country.
The number of students who are now making applications to both US and UK universities is on a constant surge post pandemic, largely owing to students making the most of this new hybrid form of delivery, and looking at their options through a redefined lens.
The world of international college admissions is still adapting to the after effects of the pandemic and it’s important to remember the schools in the Ivy League are some of the most selective schools in the world. Tens of thousands of students apply every year, and a tiny percentage actually get accepted. However, International students, especially Indian students, are increasingly becoming aware of the potential and quality of education imparted by universities beyond the ‘usual suspects’, the ivies and other top brands such as Oxbridge, Stanford, LSE etc. Students are now open to applying to a wider gamut of schools and programs (going beyond STEM and Business education) to explore lesser known but equally rewarding areas of study including social sciences, humanities, as well as Liberal Arts and the creative arts.
73 Higher Education Digest August 2022 offered at different universities - some as newly introduced modules and others simply as pivots by universities, towards digital learning.
I firmly believe that the interest in these areas and in the lesser known but equally well placed brands in global higher education is only going to go up from here, leading to an even sharper surge in international student applications in the immediate future.
In general, more students applied to the Ivies than ever before. The University of Pennsylvania and Yale University saw a slight increase in acceptance rates, but minimal in the overall admittance picture, while Harvard reported its lowest acceptance rate in history!
How Blockchain is CyberRevolutionizingSecurity
Started working with LPU from April 2007, Dr. Loviraj Gupta is a TEDx Speaker, Technology tyro, Head, Lovely Faculty of Technology and Sciences and Pro Vice Chancellor at LPU. He is a leading light in the field of Technical and Higher education in the country. His research focused approach and an insightful innovative intervention of technology in education has won him many accolades and laurels. He has been an Ex Vice Chancellor of Baddi University. He holds a PhD in Bioinformatics. He did his M.Tech. in Computer Aided Design & Interactive Graphics from IIT, Kanpur and B.E. (Hons) from MITS, Gwalior. Having flair for endless learning, has done more than 15 certifications and specializations online on IoT, Augmented Reality and Gamification, from University of California at Irvine, Yonsei University, South Korea and Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. In 2001 he was appointed as Assistant Controller (Technology), Ministry of IT, Govt. of India by the Honourable President of India in the Office of the Controller of Certifying Authorities (CCA).
Dr. Loviraj Gupta, Pro Vice Chancellor, Lovely Professional University
ACADEMIC VIEW
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Background and Significance: We have heard stories form our elders that generations back there were no legal contracts for any transactions, be it a land or money or a material or else. People were mutually trusting each other’s call and were trustworthy. When people started being untrustworthy, the fear of transaction started abiding them and effectively reducing the number of transactions for mutual cooperation or business relations. But then people found a way and made a third person, bit respectable in the society, to fill this lack of trust and add reliability in the transaction. Very soon, such a single respectable person was replaced by a GramPanchayat or a societal local panch – the most trustable group of members in the village. And then came the legal courts and legal contracts.
But day-by-day increasing number of frauds, cybersecurity attacks, online phishing and above all the lack of mutual trust has left nowadays people to either avoid completely or to reluctantly activate the transaction. Be it, renting a house or an agricultural land, buying-selling an old car or using a mobile banking, any form of transactions comes with a bit of insecurity, fear and hesitation. This is not a good scenario for the growing markets and the economy. The simple reason for this lies in lack of mutual trust and reliability in the transaction. Both the businesses and the individuals need reliable transaction. Here comes the role of Blockchain technology. The technology that brings a paradigm shift to replace the mutual trust with a trust on the technology and assures more reliable transactions. But here comes a query, if Blockchain is just one more technology, Blockchain technology brings a paradigm shift to replace the mutual trust with a trust on the technology and assures more reliable transactions
What is Blockchain Technology? Blockchain is a network of computers that share and store blocks of information. Once entered a block of information into a network, it can neither be deleted nor be edited but on every transaction a new block encryption is added to it. In a way, it represents the complete sequence of transactions or changes in it.
What makes blockchain so secured?: Record of every change or transaction: All the changes or the transactions in a blockchain can never be deleted and it remains there in an encrypted form. Removal of a part of the changes will change the encryption and so will get detected and becomes impossible.
76 Higher Education Digest August 2022 what makes it so much trustworthy. The answer needs bit understanding on what is Blockchain technology.
Decentralization: The blockchain network is not centralized and so not a single computer or even the government has any master control. Instead, it is decentralized and each node itself has a control over the transaction. So, a common modus-operandi of cyberattack to modify the centralized data itself will not work. Multiple copies: The same information block is copied to multiple computers. Local computers frequently download and keep a local copy. So, any change only at one place will get detected and not possible to mutateReplacingit.
password protection: Drawback of the current system lies mainly in the human entered or stored passwords. Howsoever the encryption mechanism is secured, as far as the protection is through passwords, they can be hacked as individuals may keep it either simple or some mistake in openly using it or providing some hints or others. The blockchain technology replaces the human protection through a machine protection. The network communicates through both private and public key concepts. As a key, wherever there is a need for a mutual trust and reliable transaction, blockchain can be applicable
IoT based data network, private and public messaging network, universal medical record keeping system, e-governance, finance and banking systems, creative arts and music royalty tracking, real estate, supply chain and logistics management, agriculture – pre and post-harvest supply chain management, water chain management and many others are some of the application areas where the blockchain technology is already in use. As a key, wherever there is a need for a mutual trust and reliable transaction, blockchain can be applicable.
But not only it has been already in use by other application areas, it is considered to be applicable in many futuristic applications.
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Blockchain Use cases: Blockchain technology is new and many think it to be related only with the cryptocurrencies.
Let’s hope for a better world, in terms of more secured transactions to happen, through the highly disruptive and revolutionary Blockchain Technology in a near future..!
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Moreover, the MBA programmes offered by Lok Jack GSB are accredited by the Association of MBAs and the Institute of Leadership and Management in the United Kingdom.
An Extensive Array of Academic Programmes At Lok Jack GSB, six business degrees are offered; five post-graduate degrees and one bachelor’s degree. The post-graduate academic portfolio of programmes includes Masters in Business Administration, Small and Medium Enterprise (SMEs), HR, Marketing, and Finance. These post-graduate programmes enable students to develop an understanding of businesses E
UWI-ARTHUR LOK JACK GLOBAL SCHOOL OF BUSINESS GIVING NEW DIMENSIONS TO LEADERSHIP THROUGH GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED MBA PROGRAMMES BUSINESS SCHOOLS stablished in 1989, the Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business (Lok Jack GSB) is a joint initiative between the University of the West Indies and the private sector. Lok Jack GSB is the Caribbean’s focal point for business training, a hub for the southern Caribbean, and a gateway to Latin America.
Higher Education Digest August 2022 The UWI- Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business is an international School for Business based in Trinidad & Tobago that provides access and exposure to resources that encourage your progression and growth to help you make the improvements that you want to see in your life.
who complete the Bachelor of International Business programme (with mandatory Spanish as a 2nd language) prepare students with the skills, attitude, and mindset to identify and take advantage of international opportunities to create successful global businesses.
Pedagogy, Curriculum & Teaching Practices
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Moreover, the teaching and learning strategies of various academic programmes
The Academic Director of Lok Jack GSB, Dr Sookram shares, “Our programme content is designed to help candidates broaden their worldview, develop critical thinking, and adopt a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.”
Mariano Browne,CEO
The ALJGSB moulds individuals into extraordinary, innovative leaders who positively reshape business and society while constantly challenging the status quo
81 Higher Education Digest August 2022 are multifaceted and integrated. Students can voice their opinions and sharpen their skills by interacting with peers. This collaborative learning process and the practical teaching approach build a strong foundation for the student’s career development. The academic programmes also ensure inclusivity and diversity by giving relevant case studies and inviting multi-cultural guest speakers.
The faculty members of Lok Jack GSB come from culturally diverse backgrounds and bring academic excellence and hands-on experience to the table.
An Expert Team of Faculty
Dr Ron AcademicSookram,Director, Lok Jack GSB
Owing to their competencies and capabilities, the faculty of Lok Jack GSB translates the school’s aspirations into sequential behaviour steps, not just by learning but also through personal transformation.
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Over the years, the experience of building international partnerships and linkages has proved beneficial for Lok Jack GSB. Some of the key collaborators with whom the business school has outlined programmes and
Likewise, by utilising the program curricula’s roadmap, they can also fulfil the school’s critical mission of igniting the creative power in students who will go ahead and become the innovators and entrepreneurs of tomorrow.
Nurturing Global Partnerships & Collaborations
83 Higher Education Digest August 2022 projects include the Institute of Leadership and Management (UK), Florida International University (US), and George Washington University (US). In light of this, Lok Jack GSB has a dualdegree partnership with Florida International University (FIU) for its bachelor of International Business degree. Students have the option of obtaining a second degree from either of the institutions. Through this partnership, Lok Jack GSB’s students can complete the final year of their programme at FIU. Upon graduation, students will have a Bachelor of International Business from UWI- Arthur Lok Jack GSB and a BBA in International Business from FIU. Furthermore, students also become eligible to apply for FIU’s Optional Practical Training (OPT) and work for 1 year after graduation.
UWI-ALJGSB’s carefully selected ‘who’ between ‘faculty’ and ‘bring’ with them a wealth of practical experience coupled with cutting edge thinking and specialist knowledge in their respective disciplines.
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According to Dr Sookram, through Lok Jack GSB’s capstone integrated project, students are given the platform to conduct a live organisational intervention to address key management issues. The student team designs UWI-ALJGSB’s programmes are designed to equip students with the tools to survive in an ever changing business environment, and to becoming transformational leaders.
Creating an Innovation Space to Solve Real-World Problems
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Moreover, in-course group assessments require candidates to apply learnings from their courses in solving operational issues, which also serve as a mechanism to provide creative initiatives or ideas.
Specially Curated Programme for Preparing Future Entrepreneurs In the current business environment, SMEs require trained business professionals capable of confidently and finely executing tasks at hand and possess the expertise to operate across a number of disciplines. Keeping this scenario in mind, Lok Jack GSB has revised its master’s of SMEs programme, which now focuses on teaching knowledge and skills for the management of SMEs and the different life cycle phases
International Student Testimonials
Mr Sheldon Daniel, Director and Principal Consultant of SXD Leadership Communications Ltd, who pursued an MBA from Lok Jack GSB, said, “The greatest contribution of the Arthur Lok Jack GSB has been to professionalise business, and its challenge is to continue producing the most important and influential business thinkers of the world.”
86 Higher Education Digest August 2022 involved in it. Likewise, the Bachelor of International Business programme has created a vibrant community of young entrepreneurs who have started social media management firms, art supply stores, foreign language translational services, and much more.
Recognizing the significance of quality and exacting standards in education, the UWI-Lok Jack GSB subjected itself to the voluntary process of rigorous, independent and objective peer assessment.
To date, Lok Jack GSB has trained more than 20,000 students locally, regionally, and internationally. Students, in turn, have shared their experiences about the business school and how their MBA degrees have become a stepping stone in converting their passion into a career, expanding their businesses, and giving an overall positive learning experience.
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At the onset of the global pandemic, the physical campus of UWI Arthur Lok Jack GSB was shut down. Already a step ahead in offering a blended learning model, the business school seamlessly transitioned to online classes in less than 12 hours. Moreover, Dr Sookram and his team invested the last two years in reviewing the academic programmes at postgraduate and undergraduate levels and modified the programmes’ content to remain industry-relevant and future-ready students for the current business environment.
An Exceptional Alumni Program
Progressive initiatives such as these depict Lok Jack GSB’s readiness through the school’s turnaround, the programs’ adaptation to the new market needs, and the delivery adjustment to meet the changing student profile. From September 2022, the business school will reopen its campus and welcome students in person or online. Future Plans
Another student, Mr Marciano Li-A-Young, Managing Partner, OTNV, shared that his master’s degree in SMEs Management programme from Lok Jack GSB helped expand his business internationally and form successful partnerships with regional companies. Mr Jiangning Yang, Manager, Bank Card Centre, Bank of China Ltd., remarked that Lok Jack GSB’s team was very accommodating, fulfilled his educational requirements, and made the entire learning experience interactive and authentic.
Fairs with some of the leading multilateral agencies including the InterAmerican Development Bank and the International Finance Corporation. Beating the Pandemic Blues
Lok Jack GSB has a remarkable alumni program that cultivates professional networks, supports continuous learning, provides career resources, and enhances the value of the academic degree. As a result, alumni benefit personally through access to leadership and social networking events and professionally through career support and executive education activities. Similarly, they also have access to the latest research, networking opportunities with Lok Jack GSB’s faculty, alumni, staff, and students, and access to school resources. This is not all. Lok Jack GSB’s students have a chance to become a part of the Alumni Board or an Alumni Ambassador or attend any of the alumni events, including the Business Mixer, Distinguished Alumni Series, Career Month or Reunion & Cocktails and Career
UWI- Arthur Lok Jack GSB plans to increase its linkages with the industry by engaging organisations through research and publication of case studies and practice managementrelated articles. Moreover, the premier business school of the Caribbean aims to further train its faculty to enhance teaching/learning in the online environment and ensure that the classroom experience is ongoingly relevant and enriching to students.
INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE Ivy Leagues Are Not Just For Class Toppers; Know How to Find Your Way In
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Rahul Subramaniam went to high school in Fremont,
a prestigious college counselling and test prep company in California, before moving to India and co-founding Athena with Poshak.
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I n admissions circles, it’s become a cliché that elite universities like the Ivies reject thousands of students with perfect scores each year. What many applicants (especially international ones) fail to understand about “holistic review”—the practice of considering the whole applicant, including “hard factors” like academic scores, but also “soft factors” like character, essays, demographics, and more —is that there’s both a science and an art to its philosophy. The purely standardized examfocused education systems of many countries tend not to translate to the US. Likewise, the “checkbox approach” to profile building doesn’t either. One must embody this nebulous idea called “fit.”
Personal Branding Most strong students fail to grasp that being a top student isn’t interesting in itself. Thousands of ambitious grade schoolers later become high schoolers who then become potential Ivy prospects, but academic performance is merely a prerequisite. Aside from being qualified, an applicant must represent something that elite universities need. Each year, admissions departments engage in a complex process of trying to identify an incoming freshman class with an ideal mix of backgrounds, demographics, interests, and talents. They want balance in gender, race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, geography (all 50 states and most countries represented), and so on so they can build a diverse, dynamic community.
Thousands of ambitious grade schoolers later become high schoolers who then become potential Ivy prospects, but academic performance is merely a prerequisite
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Officially, Ivies claim not to have strict cut-off scores. Perhaps more important than the actual scores are the depth and rigor of the courses students take. Few applicants realize that Ivy admissions officers really do consider the full high school transcript as well as the high school’s repute. After all, some curriculums are easier than others. In these cases, it may be worthwhile to transfer to a more reputable high school to gain legitimacy. An “A” at a distinguished institution like Phillips Exeter or Phillips Andover Academy may hold more weight than an “A” at an unproven “no-name” school suffering from grade inflation. Those who fail to seize advantage of their school’s academic offerings (settling instead for easy electives) are seen to lack curiosity and drive, two essential values of elite universities. Hence, Advanced Placement (AP) coursework is a great means to expand upon one’s academic interests in a measurable way, if available. Otherwise, you can still complete the exams independently. Extracurriculars Everyone knows that the Ivies seek applicants who remain engaged in their community when outside of class. Most top students— especially those from international education systems that focus on academic performance
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90 Higher Education Digest August 2022 Hence, your first step must be understanding where and how one can contribute value. This begins with identifying your unique context (per the factors mentioned above) and the kinds of gaps or niches in the world that you can fill. From there, profile building is all about honing this self-awareness and acting on it. The result is a targeted, purposeful use of one’s time and efforts instead of living and acting in a haphazard manner. For example, an Indian female scholar who enjoys art and women’s empowerment among underserved citizens of her ethnic tradition may explore anthropology-related concerns and build public art installations that give those women the opportunity to earn income from their own handiwork.
91 Higher Education Digest August 2022 over holistic development—either ignore their extracurricular profile or approach it in a transparently mechanical manner. Ivy admissions officers know this, which is why they weed out such candidates. Citing values of “leadership” and “courage,” they often demonstrate bias against those who seem misaligned with their campus culture.
All elite universities care about is whether you pursue your interests with enthusiasm, commitment, depth, and validation from sources external to your school. Thus, where certain students may be focused on excelling solely in class, you must look to sources like national competitions or major publications to gain credibility. Relationships Making concrete impact on your environment should translate to a notable effect on actual people. Serious students typically ignore this seemingly unimportant aspect of life, but it takes more than just individual performance to succeed with Ivy admissions. Your teachers (and potentially, other mentors like coaches or managers) write your letters of recommendation (LORs), a critical application component overlooked by most students. High schools are frequently too overburdened to offer much individualized attention to LORs, so prioritizing their quality through explicit guidance will help give you an edge. Words (about your passion and tenacity) from a school counselor or teacher carry much weight, for they represent the school in an official capacity. Both authors will have witnessed many types of applicants, both unimpressive and exceptional. The Application Last, the application is the crystallization of the personal brand you’ve developed over time. What typical applicants lack is authenticity and vulnerability. Conservative cultures or upbringings may have led them to appear stiff or overly formal in their essays and interviews, which are designed to identify the values of confidence and assuredness that Ivies seek. Thus, you must convey not only a distinct “personal” brand, but also deeper, a “human brand” defined by warmth and relatability. Ivies want students who are fundamentally positive and on a mission to make the world a better place (as opposed to just achieving perfect grades and high salaries). If you look at the essays these schools require, you can see that they also want students who seem like fun.
The standard cocktail of “Community Service,” “School Leadership Position,” “Participant-level Athletics Commitment,” “Uncompetitive Summer Program,” and “File-sorting Internship with Mom or Aunt’s Small Business” will impress no one. The solution is rooting oneself in one’s personal brand. Parents from previous generations—particularly countries with rigid “stream”-based academic tracks—tend to misunderstand American elite educational philosophy. Far more comprehensive than the mere “humanities,” the liberal arts encompasses the arts, social sciences, STEM, business, and more as worthwhile means of understanding the world. It encourages interdisciplinary thinking and critical analysis so students may go on to adapt in a rapidly changing world, where professions seem to become obsolete by the day. You need not choose a particular career or major; you’re free to be “undecided.”
Dr. Priti Pandey, Associate Director Programmes, School of Real Estate and Urban Infrastructure, RICS School of Built Environment, Amity University, Mumbai, is Doctorate in Finance and Masters in commerce. She has an experience of more than 20 years in academics, corporate training, managing of international university Degree programmes in collaboration with management institute in ShekharIndia.Nagargoje,
Associate Director Programmes, School of Real Estate and Urban Infrastructure, RICS School of Built Environment, Amity University, Mumbai, is a real estate professional and academician having experience in real estate analytics, techno economic feasibility studies, highest and best land use studies, business development and real estate advisory services.
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Relevance of an MBA in the Era of AI ACADEMIC VIEW
Dr. Priti Pandey and Prof. Shekhar Nagargoje (School of Real Estate and Urban Infrastructure, RICS School of Built Environment, Amity University, Mumbai)
It is important to impart leadership and decision-making competencies among students and impart skills to understand and analyze the ecosystem of the built environment sector and help decision-making for governments and private organizations in the era of Artificial Intelligence
I n the current context of continuous innovations and technological advancements, the importance of management education cannot be underestimated given the underlying advantages. Students coming from technical education lack preliminary knowledge of multiple disciplines like finance, accounts, audit, taxation, risk analysis, legal compliance and marketing and hence need to acquire an industry-relevant knowledge base and develop the skill set.
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Management education is delivered through interactive and discussion-based learning methods. Understanding different perspectives and peer learning are very critical for the holistic growth of a professional. This kind of education provides an opportunity to develop the relationship, leadership, and communication skills. Given the UN Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), educational institutions must implement programmes for promoting the development of globally responsible leaders. It enables to generate a sense of responsibility amongst the professionals through achieving a careful balance of profit, planet and people and promotes Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) factors so that the companies under their leadership can act responsibly, assist in undertaking Stakeholder Analysis with emphasis on your organization, competition, financers, customer/client, consultants, government agencies, public etc. with improved analytical skills. It puts the students on a fast track to get promotions, better-paid opportunities, and an overall boost in their career, enabling exponential growth in the career. However technological advancement and Artificial Intelligence is disrupting the industry and raising concerns about the future of jobs and relevant education.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is very much part of life today and will reshape our future in
It is also important as many corporate leaders with management education are now recognized and invited to become public policymakers and go on to occupy national leadership positions in many countries, including India. We know that in current times of uncertainty and continuous economic upheavals, organizations have to manage with fewer actual talents and leaders, while the demand for such people is expected to rise due to globalization and growing markets around the world. Thus, it is almost impossible to ignore the evergrowing importance of management education.
94 Higher Education Digest August 2022 the times to come. It is evident that the arrival of this technology has sparked concerns that AI may one day make humans useless in the workplace. After all, as technology has improved, several previous manual processes have become automated. Therefore, it is natural to worry that the advancement toward creating intelligent computers will replace human jobs. However, many studies suggest that AI will continue to inspire significant innovation that will support many existing businesses and can create several new growth sectors and, eventually, additional jobs.
AI is programmed for specific tasks to solve problems; However, humans are capable of creative and complex intelligence which includes the kind of problem-solving, abstract thinking, and critical reasoning that will remain crucial in the corporate world. Even if human judgement is not necessary for every task, it is relevant at different stages across the industry. The creative intelligence of human beings has no limits and the ability to think tactical and strategic, leadership qualities, dispute resolution and negotiation, transactional intelligence, emotional intelligence, and compassion are some of the unique abilities that AI cannot replace. Management education is also instrumental in inducting the values such as adherence to ethics, integrity, morality, and service creating awareness about the Code of Conduct. The programmes in management help to develop entrepreneurial spirit as India needs thousands of job opportunity creators in every field of development. It also helps in creating a business model from scratch to divestment through incubation hubs. Currently, the Real estate and Construction sector in India faces a huge skill shortage across all levels thus making this one of the most sought-after career options.
The RICS research report highlighted a significant skills deficit across specialized professions of the built environment - planners, architects, civil engineers, quantity surveyors, project managers, facility managers, valuers, etc. - and projected widening of the skills gap in the foreseeable future. Therefore it is important to impart leadership and decisionmaking competencies among students and impart skills to understand and analyze the ecosystem of the built environment sector and help decision-making for governments and private organizations in the era of Artificial Intelligence.
Management education and training address the critical aspects of business such as strategy, leadership, ethics, and growth. However, it is important that it adapts to the rapidly changing technological advancement and helps students upskill and reskill themselves and always remain relevant.
