More than ever, employers—whether international nonprofits, multinational corporations, or businesses of any size that want to succeed in an interconnected world—seek leaders and managers with a global perspective, cultural sensitivity, and knowledge of emerging markets. If you’ve been searching for a global MBA program to help advance your career, the Master of Global Business Administration […]
Financial analysts are the translators of modern business. They analyze investment opportunities, refine budgets, and build reports to help businesses make strategic decisions with their money. They also help companies navigate financial risks associated with shifting markets, operations, interest rates, and customer behaviors. Businesses also rely on financial analysts to forecast financial trends. They study […]
Things are heating up—and not in a good way. According to the United Nations, our planet is about 1.2°C (i.e., 2.7°F) warmer than in 1850 (before the Industrial Revolution). 2023 was the warmest year so far; every incremental uptick of the thermometer increases the threat of greater weather extremes. Experts believe an increase above 1.5°C […]
Success in international business requires much more than mastery of finance, strategy, and a foreign language. Complex, nuanced factors roil today’s global business environment: geopolitical tensions, monetary policies, trade protectionism, technological advances, and climate change are just some of the factors that can dramatically impact financial markets, supply chains, and other critical factors that drive […]
The COVID-19 pandemic practically shut down international travel and profoundly stemmed the flow of international students from country to country. Surprisingly, it did not have quite the same impact on the transborder flow of goods. In fact, a 2023 McKinsey Global Institute report suggests that the US and Europe experienced an uptick of around 6 […]
Countries worldwide are ramping up efforts to meet the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. Through a division of its Department of Economics and Social Affairs, the UN provides support and capacity-building to develop sustainable water, energy, transportation, dwellings, and urban and commercial development worldwide. The organization spotlights these efforts annually at its […]