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Business School team runs the Sydney Half Marathon 25 May 2012
A team of dedicated runners from the University of Sydney Business School completed the Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon on Sunday 20 May. More
TEDxSydney - Dean talks of survival in a G2 World 24 May 2012
At TEDxSydney this week, the Dean of Business School, Professor Geoffrey Garrett, will look at Australia's future in a world not dominated by a Group of 20 or a Group of Eight but rather a G2 World in which China and the United States share political and economic power. More
Skills training fails to match industry demand - Business School Expert tells OECD forum 22 May 2012
Professor Chris Warhurst has told an OECD Forum in Paris that governments are only now realising that employer demand for skills is as important to economic development as it is to educate and train workers. More
Business School reaches out via the media 17 May 2012
The Business School has appointed veteran journalist and public relations consultant, Trevor Watson, as its Director of Media. More
CEO of Barclays Australia & NZ presents to Business School Students 16 May 2012
University of Sydney Business School students heard insights into issues enveloping investment banking last week through the lens of one of the leading minds in the field, Cynthia Whelan, CEO of Barclays Capital Australia and NZ. More
Professor Stanley to help shape Melbourne's future 16 May 2012
Professor John Stanley of the Business School's Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies (ITLS), is to help reshape Melbourne as a member of the Victorian Government's Ministerial Advisory Council. More
Leadership Skills Key to Business Success - Dean 10 May 2012
Elene worked in human resources in Spain; Henry runs a small business in Sydney and Suchi last studied in New Delhi. Three people from very different backgrounds united in their desire to undertake postgraduate studies and to do so at the University of Sydney Business School because of its "outstanding reputation". More
Carabetta wins VC Award for Outstanding Teaching 10 May 2012
Senior lecturer Giuseppe Carabetta has been honoured with the Vice Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Teaching. More
The AFR talks to new Business School Dean, Professor Geoffrey Garrett 09 May 2012
In an Australian Financial Review (AFR) Education feature published on Monday 7th May, the new Dean of the University of Sydney Business School, Professor Geoffrey Garrett, said that he relished the idea of re-framing the School’s agenda and widening its role. More
Calling all Emerging Leaders 07 May 2012
The latest AFR BOSS Magazine Emerging Leaders Program event will be held on 17 May in Sydney, in partnership with the Business School. More
Professor Michael Bell appointed Foundation Chair in Ports and Maritime Logistics 03 May 2012
Professor Michael Bell will join the Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies (ITLS) in The University of Sydney Business School as the Foundation Chair in Ports and Maritime Logistics in early August, 2012. More
Business School students compete in Global Business Case Competition 01 May 2012
A group of four outstanding University of Sydney Business School students have embraced a unique opportunity to compete against teams from 15 leading international universities at the Global Business Case Competition in Seattle. More
Grant named Deputy Dean 26 Apr 2012
Dean of the University of Sydney Business School Professor Geoffrey Garrett has announced the appointment of internationally-renowned scholar of organisational studies Professor David Grant as the School's new Deputy Dean (Academic). More
Fostering a multidisciplinary approach to HIV/AIDS education in developing nations 26 Apr 2012
A cross-disciplinary team from The University of Sydney has won an Australian Leaderships Awards Fellowships grant to host a delegation of health sector representatives from four developing nations. More
Study at UCLA 23 Apr 2012
The Business School, in collaboration with the United States Study Centre, is offering students an opportunity to study at the University of California, Los Angeles during this year's winter break. More
Business Leaders Reveal Survival Strategies 20 Apr 2012
A panel discussion featuring some of Australia's most astute corporate minds has unearthed key strategies for conducting business in uncertain economic times. More
Good looks and charm valued over qualifications and experience in fashion retail 19 Apr 2012
In another win for beautiful people, a University of Sydney study has revealed that fashion retail managers consider good looks and charm to be significantly more important for their staff than qualifications or experience. More
AusAID grant to boost Mongolian public sector transparency and accountability 18 Apr 2012
The University of Sydney Business School has won a prestigious AusAID research grant that will see it export its capability-building expertise to Mongolia. More
Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies to link with China 17 Apr 2012
The Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies (ITLS) will take the first steps towards establishing ties with one of China's leading universities when it delivers two specialist logistics courses later this year. More
Female Entrepreneurship To Benefit From Battambang Visit 17 Apr 2012
A nine-day visit to the University of Sydney by a high level delegation from Cambodia's University of Battambang (UBB) has served to further secure the future of female entrepreneurship in Asia. More
Aspiring Business Leaders Come to Campus 12 Apr 2012
A group of 70 high achieving senior high school students from across Sydney have given up a valuable school holiday sleep-in today to attend the University of Sydney Business School Aspiring Business Leaders Program. More
Cowley named Associate Dean for Research 12 Apr 2012
Dean of the University of Sydney Business School Professor Geoffrey Garrett today announced the appointment of internationally-renowned scholar of consumer choice Professor Elizabeth Cowley as the School's new Associate Dean (Research). More
Business School Honours Top Partner 12 Apr 2012
The University of Sydney Business School has honoured one of its key partners with a special award presented on 11 April, 2012. More
Business School students excel at Model UN Summit 10 Apr 2012
Three exceptional students from the University of Sydney Business School converged with the future leaders of government and business at the World Model United Nations in Vancouver recently to constructively address issues at the forefront of international debate.
MoreLeveraging India: experts and practitioners to debate strategies for global competitiveness 05 Apr 2012
Key international scholars and industry practitioners will meet in Sydney next week to address innovation, internationalization and entrepreneurship in one of the world's largest and most influential emerging economies, India.
MoreNew Dean Commences 02 Apr 2012
Professor Geoffrey Garrett commences his tenure as Dean of the University of Sydney Business School today. More
Academics honoured with Business School Awards 30 Mar 2012
A selection of staff from the University of Sydney Business School have been honoured for their contribution to teaching at the 2011 Annual University of Sydney Business School Teaching and Tutoring Awards. More
Business School Alumni Connect over Cocktails 30 Mar 2012
The University of Sydney Business School hosted its most recent Connect over Cocktails event for alumni and staff at The Tattersalls Club, Sydney on 29 March.
MoreBusiness School academic secures film distribution in Botswana 20 Mar 2012
An award-winning film produced by a University of Sydney Business School academic has been given a much-needed boost by the government of Botswana. More
Washington DC interns return 20 Mar 2012
The US Consul General Niels Marquardt welcomed home the US Studies Centre's Washington DC business interns at a reception at his residence last week. More
In Search of Female Financial Independence 09 Mar 2012
A panel discussion examining the barriers to women's economic and financial independence has covered some of the most pressing issues enveloping the modern Australian workplace. More
David Anstice honoured with Alumni Award 07 Mar 2012
Business School alumnus David Anstice ('70) was honoured by the University of Sydney during the presentation of the 2011 Alumni Award for International Achievement on 29 February. More
Postgraduate Industry Placement Program pilot a success 29 Feb 2012
The University of Sydney Business School recently conducted a pilot Postgraduate Industry Placement Program, designed to allow postgraduate students from the Master of Commerce program to undertake an industry placement with some of Australia's leading corporations. More
Business School helps break rowing records 20 Feb 2012
The Rowing New South Wales State Championships were held on 10-12 February, 2012 at the Sydney International Regatta Centre. More
Methodological and Empirical Advances in Financial Analysis (MEAFA) 5th Annual Meeting 14 Feb 2012
The University of Sydney Business School's fifth annual MEAFA meeting on Methodological and Empirical Advances in Financial Analysis - has brought together an international and interdisciplinary audience from accounting, finance and business analytics to debate innovations in the analysis of business performance. More
CEMS Conference 13 Feb 2012
Fourteen of the University of Sydney's highest academic achievers have been recognised at the latest annual CEMS graduation ceremony and conference. More
Breakthrough for Global Executive MBA Graduate 11 Feb 2012
Health technology company CEO and recent Global Executive MBA (GEMBA) graduate John Kelly is well on his way to revolutionising a key branch of medical science. More
AFR BOSS Emerging Leaders Event 09 Feb 2012
The latest event in the AFR BOSS Magazine Emerging Leaders program was held on Thursday, 9 February, 2012 More
Doing Business in Brazil 04 Feb 2012
For two-weeks in February, an elite group of University of Sydney Business School Masters graduates will take their first steps towards discovering the potential that the emerging economic powerhouse has to offer when they participate in Sao Paulo-based Doing Business in Brazil Project, conducted in association with the Fundacao Getulio Vargas School of Business Administration, part of the CEMS Global Alliance in Management Education. More
24th Australasian Tax Teachers Association Conference 03 Feb 2012
International experts at the forefront of tax education and research have met to discuss the implications and challenges of tax change at the University of Sydney last week for the 24th annual Australasian Tax Teachers Association Conference. More
Business School students qualify for elite international competition 24 Jan 2012
A small contingent of University of Sydney Business School students will be the first Australian team to compete internationally in undergraduate business case competition, CaseIT, against the best and brightest students from leading Business Schools worldwide. More
Main round offers are now live 19 Jan 2012
Congratulations to all students who have received an undergraduate offer to the University of Sydney Business School in 2012! More
International Business Matters 16 Jan 2012
An expert panel of industry representatives have discussed the emerging risks associated with growth in social media at the inaugural International Business Matters forum at the University of Sydney Business School. More
Student entrepreneurs compete in Pitch Fest 13 Jan 2012
Four teams of entrepreneurial-minded University of Sydney Business School students recently competed in the inaugural Project Edge Pitch-Fest competition, presenting unique and inventive business start-up ideas to a panel of industry judges. More
A taste of Business School life at Sydney 11 Jan 2012
Hundreds of prospective students attended the University's 2012 Info Day on January 4, 2012. The Business School offered the chance to meet with academics and student ambassadors, plus a range of other activities. More
Business School student wins prestigious Prime Ministers Pacific-Australia Award 22 Dec 2011
In recognition of her excellent academic achievement, contribution to the community and highly promising leadership potential, University of Sydney Business School Master of Commerce student, Buriata Tofinga, has been awarded the 2011 Prime Minister's Pacific-Australia Award at Parliament House in Canberra. More
Bright young minds at Business Leadership Conference 21 Dec 2011
Over 50 business-minded senior high school students have put their business and communication skills to the test and forged many new friendships at the annual B.Inspiring Business Leadership Conference held by students of the University of Sydney Business School. More
Forum examines the dynamics of investing responsibly 12 Dec 2011
The extent to which a company's focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues can deliver financial outperformance in capital markets and the effect of each on stock performance was the focus of a forum held recently at the University of Sydney Business School. More
Scholarships awarded to US-bound Business students 08 Dec 2011
The University of Sydney Business School and the United States Studies Centre (USSC) at the University of Sydney have teamed up with the University of California Washington Center (UCDC) for the second consecutive year to offer business undergraduate students an exclusive opportunity to study and work in Washington DC. More
Innovating the Information Systems Discipline 01 Dec 2011
The need for communities, organisations and cities to have more resilient information systems in light of threats such as natural disasters and urban growth has been discussed by experts gathered at the University of Sydney Business school this week. More
Expert reviews Swan's mid-year Budget 30 Nov 2011
Mike Rafferty, senior research analyst in the Workplace Research Centre at the University of Sydney Business School comments on Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan's budget cuts announcement yesterday as part of the mid-year review. More
Students on the FASTRACK 28 Nov 2011
A group of outstanding Master of Management students from the University of Sydney Business School have won the 2011 Deloitte FASTRACK Innovation Challenge. More
Back to the Future with Arbitration? 24 Nov 2011
An irony of the Qantas dispute is that it demonstrates that the industrial relations system works rather well, if the parties use it effectively, writes Emeritus Professor Russell Lansbury. More
Managing Information in Disaster Management: A Transformation from "Command and Control" to "Repertoires of Collaboration" 18 Nov 2011
Presenting to a delegation from The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC), Associate Professor Deborah Bunker, reiterated the importance of supplementing current Disaster Management procedures with the use of information systems and ICT. More
Finance team rides again 17 Nov 2011
A small contingent of enthusiastic bike riders from The University of Sydney Business School recently joined 10,000 other participants in a cycle from Sydney to Wollongong. More
Alumni Relations 16 Nov 2011
An impressive mix of more than 200 people, including Business School Graduates from over four decades attended the final Connect Over Cocktails event for 2011. More
Business School supports launch of Innovative Parenting Book: Inspired Children 15 Nov 2011
Drawing on her many years of award-winning teaching experience and research into learning Associate Professor Rosina Mladenovic has been able to develop practical and innovative approaches to parenting, which she describes in her new book.
MoreLeading migration scholar says a population strategy must create a clear vision for the future of Australia 10 Nov 2011
A population strategy must create a clear vision for the future of Australia, says leading migration scholar Professor Graeme Hugo who recently presented to a group of academics and PhD students as part of the Discipline of Work and Organisational Studies Speaker Series. More
Dean thanks Clubs and Societies for leadership excellence 08 Nov 2011
A group of exceptionally dedicated students have met to express their appreciation to the University of Sydney Business School for its support of their clubs and societies at the 2011 Dean's Thank You event. More
Creating and Developing New Opportunities in India 08 Nov 2011
The participants of the University of Sydney Business School's innovative new Global Executive MBA have returned from Bangalore, India where they have advised a group of Australian start-up businesses about how they can make a real difference to the lives of millions of Indian people. More
Master of Commerce student qualifies for London Olympics 2012 04 Nov 2011
Master of Commerce student and soon to be Olympian, Edward Fernon, is unstoppable. More
Our Business School Grant Success 02 Nov 2011
The flexibility of working parents, the impact of the internet and social media in Australian workplaces and public transport reliability are among the research areas that Business School academics will investigate thanks to this week's ARC Grant funding announcement. More
Financial Crime Risks, Globalisation and the Professions 02 Nov 2011
Certain professions may be unwitting tools of organised crime by assisting in the commission of crimes such as fraud, corruption and money laundering. More
Sydney's men snatch victory in Australian Boat Race 31 Oct 2011
The University of Sydney's top rowers divided the spoils with the University of Melbourne in the latest chapter of the Australian Boat Race on Sunday -- one of Australia's oldest sporting rivalries. More
Down to the business of winning Australia's premier rowing race 28 Oct 2011
The Business School will have a strong presence in the two University of Sydney coxed-eight crews competing on Sunday in Australia's premier rowing race against arch rivals Melbourne University. More
CHOGM: Our complex relationship with India 27 Oct 2011
As the leaders of Commonwealth nations meet in Perth this week Professor of Business Law, Gail Pearson examines the role of the biennial Commonwealth Heads of Government (CHOGM) meeting for The Conversation website. More
Congratulating the First Cohort of the Global Executive MBA 26 Oct 2011
After countless hours of hard work across five countries over the last 18 months, 14 senior executives have become the first graduates from the University of Sydney Business School's Global Executive MBA program. More
Experts debate how to manage Australia's $1 trillion superannuation saving 24 Oct 2011
There are over $1 trillion dollars of accumulated Australian workers savings held in superannuation funds. These funds are considered labour's capital, and it gives those who manage those funds enormous potency in the capital market. But there are many ambiguities around whether managing these savings is in the long term interests of the workers who contribute. More
Finance expert says 2008 banking crisis & 2011 sovereign debt crisis are two sides of the same coin 20 Oct 2011
The argument that the 2008 global banking crisis has been transformed into a sovereign debt crisis is now commonplace. But is this entirely true? In what sense are the problems in the Eurozone a sovereign crisis, or the manifestation of lack of sovereignty? More
Future women business leaders graduate from Lucy Mentoring Program 19 Oct 2011
University of Sydney Business School students who participated in the 2011 Lucy Mentoring Program were officially congratulated at the completion of the program by their female business mentors and other industry leaders at a recent ceremony at the Sydney offices of Sparke Helmore Lawyers. More
Peter Wolnizer Appointed Chair of the International Accounting Education Standards Board 13 Oct 2011
The outstanding international reputation of the University of Sydney Business School's Accounting Discipline has been further strengthened with the appointment of Professor Peter Wolnizer OAM as Chair of the International Accounting Education Standards Board (IAESB). More
Stolen Children: Stolen Wages 12 Oct 2011
Important research is being carried out by academics at the University of Sydney Business School into the lack of financial compensation Aboriginal women, who are members of the Stolen Generation, were offered in Australia for the hard labour mostly unpaid labour they carried out. More
Business School students win Chartered Financial Analysts Competition 12 Oct 2011
An outstanding team of students from the University of Sydney Business School has gained top marks in the inaugural equity analysis and recommendation competition run by Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Society of Sydney. More
The aura of Eden Park makes the All Blacks invincible at the Rugby World Cup 07 Oct 2011
While the injury to star playmaker Dan Carter has cast a long dark cloud over New Zealand as the 2011 Rugby World Cup moves into the knock-out phase, statistical analysis provides a brighter horizon for New Zealand rugby fans. More
CEO of Deutsche Bank Asia Pacific presents to Business School students 06 Oct 2011
It was standing room only as Robert Rankin (BEc 1986, LLB 1988), CEO Asia Pacific (ex- Japan) Deutsche Bank, returned to his alma mater for the first time in many years to present to an eager group of business school students this week. More
The Great Debate - Part II 06 Oct 2011
The University of Sydney Business School team has taken the crown in the second part of the Accounting Discipline's popular 2011 Great Debate series. More
A Day of Degrees for aspiring business students 30 Sep 2011
As part of the University of Sydney's popular "Degree in a day" program, The Business School has hosted several groups of budding young business-oriented year 11 students this week in interactive group sessions to experience the nature of today's business world. More
The Genesis of Business Visionaries 28 Sep 2011
The University of Sydney's Genesis Students in Business Competition has once again affirmed itself as key testing ground for future entrepreneurs and business visionaries. More
Business School's Master's in Management named one of world's best by Financial Times...again 21 Sep 2011
In its 2011 rankings, international business newspaper, The Financial Times, has again rated the CEMS Master's in International Management (MIM) - offered exclusively in Australia by the University of Sydney Business School - as one of the top management programs in the world. More
Doing Business with the University of Bologna 21 Sep 2011
The relationship between the University of Sydney Business School and the University of Bologna will be further strengthened later this month when, Giuseppe Carabetta, from the Discipline of Business Law travels to Italy to work with students and academics from their Department of Business and Law. More
US PhD Candidate and Fulbright Scholar conducts international research at the Business School 07 Sep 2011
Marissa Brookes is an enthusiastic and dynamic PhD candidate from Northwestern University, USA. She's also a Fulbright Postgraduate Scholar currently spending semester two at the University of Sydney Business School. More
Summit to Accelerate Gender Equality 05 Sep 2011
Assistant-Secretary-General of UN Women Lakshmi Puri from India will lead a powerhouse of industry and academic leaders at a Summit being held at the University of Sydney today, Monday 5 September, on the critical issue of Accelerating Gender Equality. More
World's leading labour economist visits the University of Sydney Business School 02 Sep 2011
Distinguished labour economist from Harvard University, Professor Richard B Freeman, gave a special presentation at the University of Sydney Business School yesterday to staff, industry leaders and students where he compared the on-going US industrial relations debate with the Australian Work Choices experience and the emerging debate about collective bargaining for NSW public sector employees. More
Corey Payne named in Academic Team of the Year 29 Aug 2011
University of Sydney Masters of Commerce student and Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs star Corey Payne has been named in the NRL-RLPA's inaugural Academic Team of the Year. More
The Brightest Minds Welcomed to the Business School 27 Aug 2011
The University of Sydney Business school welcomed 100 prospective students and their families at a business breakfast this morning as part of the University's annual Sydney Uni Live event. More
New Research Shows Companies are Engaging with Climate Change 25 Aug 2011
Contrary to the popular media depiction of Australian business as sceptical, or resistant to the need for action on climate change, Professor Chris Wright's latest research has found there is extensive corporate engagement with this issue. More
Business School Athlete Captain and Champion at World University Games 23 Aug 2011
University of Sydney Business School student and Beijing Olympic Games Representative, Lachlan Renshaw, has recorded one of the biggest wins of his career, winning gold for the 800m at the World University Summer Games in Shenzhen, China this week. More
A Model Student at United Nations Conference 22 Aug 2011
Leading University of Sydney Business School student Matheus Yeo has just returned from his key representative role at last week's Global Model United Nations Conference in Incheon, South Korea. More
Nobel Laureate impresses Business School Alumni 22 Aug 2011
More than 200 University of Sydney Business School alumni and friends were joined by the Vice Chancellor, Dr Michael Spence and other senior academics on Friday night to hear Nobel Laureate, Professor Daniel Kahneman, present at the annual alumni dinner. More
Nobel Laurete transforms the way we think about thinking 19 Aug 2011
Renown US-based behavioural economist and Nobel Laureate, Professor Daniel Kahneman will reveal when we can and cannot trust our intuitions. More
Outstanding Business School teachers recognised at ALTC award ceremony 17 Aug 2011
University of Sydney Business School academics have been formally recognised for outstanding teaching at an Australian Learning and Teaching Council (ALTC) ceremony last night at the Sydney Opera House. More
Nurturing new business talent 15 Aug 2011
University of Sydney Business School student, Pratiwi Hartono, completed her Master of Commerce and International Business degree in November 2010 and , following her internship, worked for a further six months as an online media assistant. More
Master Network 11 Aug 2011
One of the key components of the University of Sydney Business School's unique Master of Management program is the networking experience participants are afforded at all stages of the program. More
Outstanding students enthusiastic for Washington Internship 09 Aug 2011
Many people dream of living and working in a country outside of Australia sometime during their working life. More
Our Univative Business School students win inaugural prize 05 Aug 2011
While most students were hibernating over the winter break recovering from exams, two teams of talented students from the University of Sydney Business School were preparing the winning business plans for a new competition. More
University of Sydney and Foodbank partner to eliminate hunger in Australia 03 Aug 2011
The University of Sydney Business School has joined forces with not-for-profit agency, Foodbank Australia to help them achieve their goal of eliminating hunger in Australia. More
University of Sydney Pilot Accounting Work Placement Program 22 Jul 2011
Four accounting students from the University of Sydney have gained valuable experience through a pilot work placement program in Port Macquarie and were recognised at a function with host employers yesterday. More
Workshop examines calls to change the regulation of insolvency practitioners 21 Jul 2011
Calls for significant changes to the regulation of insolvency practitioners following the case of liquidator, Stuart Ariff, and the ensuing 2010 report of the Senate Economics References Committee were recently put under the microscope at the 5th Insolvency Law Workshop. More
Students at SIFE 18 Jul 2011
A dedicated group of students from The University of Sydney have put their best feet forward at the annual SIFE (Students In Free Enterprise) National Conference. More
Taking the lead 18 Jul 2011
The new Paid Parental Leave Scheme came into effect on 1 January this year, giving rise to much discussion expressing both support for the scheme and concerns about it More
Respected Academic Retires 14 Jul 2011
One of Sydney University's most respected academics has marked his retirement with a rousing farewell address to colleagues. More
New type of modelling to guide policy development 13 Jul 2011
After the failure of traditional economic models to predict the GFC, many organisations, including the US government, have turned to a new type of modelling as a way to understand where things went wrong and guide new policy. More
Students find their inner entrepreneur 12 Jul 2011
A group of Sydney high school year 9 and 10 students were asked to find their inner entrepreneur during interactive sessions run by the University of Sydney Business School as part of the University's Experience Day held this month. More
Students Win Wallaby Selection 11 Jul 2011
University of Sydney Business School students are set to feature strongly in a Wallaby line-up selected to contest the 2011 Tri-Nations competition. More
Our Marketing Proteges 05 Jul 2011
A group of inspiring marketing executives of the future from the University of Sydney Business School have been awarded third place in an exciting national marketing competition run by the Microsoft organisation. More
Year 12 Students Focus on Business 04 Jul 2011
A select group of Sydney high school students this week attended a special lecture on campus presented by the Acting Dean of the University of Sydney Business School, Professor Tyrone Carlin. Now in its third year, the Focus on Business lecture series aims to provide Year 12 Business Studies students with an overview of their HSC topic areas. More
Mid-year entry for a career head start 28 Jun 2011
While March is traditionally thought of as the start of the academic year, many people embarking on postgraduate study are finding starting a program in Semester 2 gives them a head start on their career. More
Phil Waugh hangs up his boots 23 Jun 2011
Phil Waugh, current Sydney Uni Elite Athlete Program scholarship holder and the most capped Waratah in the history of NSW Rugby Union, announced his retirement from professional rugby at the end of the 2011 season. More
Alumni Reunited 20 Jun 2011
The ABC's prolific Economics correspondent, Stephen Long, entertained more than 200 members of the Business School alumni last week at the first Connect over Cocktails function for 2011. More
Peter Wolnizer awarded OAM 14 Jun 2011
The former Dean of the University of Sydney Business School, Professor Peter Wolnizer, has received a Medal (OAM) in the General Division in the Queen's Birthday Honours list 2011. More
Giving out Dean's Citations 10 Jun 2011
An outstanding group of Business School academics have been recognised with the 2011 Dean's Citations for superior teaching performance and commitment to the student learning experience. More
Meeting of the Mentors 07 Jun 2011
More than 100 inspirational women united at Westpac's Corporate Head office in Sydney's CBD recently for the launch of the 2011 Lucy Mentoring Program. The event was co-hosted by the University of Sydney Business School and The University of Western Sydney. More
University of Sydney Researchers secure funding to further HIV education 30 May 2011
The University of Sydney has been successful in attracting $790,000 from the Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID) to host 25 fellows nominated by the Public Health Foundation of India (PHFI), and academic institutes, government and non-government organisations in Botswana, South Africa and Zambia under the auspices of the Australian Leaderships Awards (ALA) Fellowships program. More
Cuppa for a cause 29 May 2011
Academic and professional staff of the University of Sydney Business School joined forces again this year to raise more than $1600 as part of the Cancer Council's annual fundraiser Australia's Biggest Morning Tea. More
Taking the lead 20 May 2011
Dr Kristine Dery from the University of Sydney Business School presented her latest research on the impact of technology on the changing role of HR as part of the University's popular Take The Lead seminar series for HR Professionals which is offered by the University to advance professional Learning and Development opportunities. More
Outstanding Students Join the Ambassador Program 16 May 2011
Twelve students from the University of Sydney Business School have successfully made it through a tough round of interviews to join nine of their peers as Student Ambassadors. More
Mobility grants for students to experience business in Brazil 13 May 2011
The University of Sydney Business School has secured Federal government support for 12 students to undertake a mind-changing educational experience in Brazil next year. More
Business Experts on the Federal Budget 10 May 2011
Treasurer Wayne Swan will deliver the much-anticipated first Federal budget from the Gillard government tonight. The University of Sydney Business School has a number of experts available this week to discuss various aspects of the upcoming federal budget. More
Business School sponsorship of Sydney Uni Rugby extended for three years 10 May 2011
The University of Sydney Business School, has extended its sponsorship deal with the Sydney University Football Club until the end of 2013. More
Urban Transport: A little less conversation, a little more action 04 May 2011
Internationally renowned urban transport expert, Professor David Hensher from the Institute of Transport and Logistics (ITLS) at the University of Sydney Business School, will suggest a more encompassing way forward for Sydney's public transport crisis at a research forum tomorrow. More
The Great Debate 29 Apr 2011
It was bitter sweet for a group of accounting academics at the University of Sydney Business School who successfully argued at the inaugural 'Great Debate' that "Accountants are Boring!". More
Peter Wolnizer appointed CPA Australia International Higher Education Adviser 28 Apr 2011
CPA Australia has appointed freshly-retired Dean of the University of Sydney Business School, Professor Peter Wolnizer, to the role of International Higher Education Adviser.
MoreMastermind your career 20 Apr 2011
Award winning Australian journalist Helen Dalley will host a University of Sydney Business School postgraduate information session at the Hilton Hotel this evening - 6pm Wednesday 20 April 2011- for people looking to advance, renew or navigate their career to a whole new level. More
Student consultants turn non-profits by 180 degrees 15 Apr 2011
The international student-run organisation 180 Degrees Consulting, the brain child of University of Sydney Business School alumnus, Nathaniel Ware, recently held a training session on campus for 190 new recruits. More
The University of Sydney Business School helps advance Career Prospects 13 Apr 2011
The University of Sydney Business School will showcase the diversity of programs on offer to those looking to advance their career prospects at tomorrow evening's Midyear Graduate Expo. More
University hosts forum on India 13 Apr 2011
The University of Sydney Business School will today host an important roundtable discussion with a leading Indian MP as part of an International Forum being held at the University. More
Aspiring business leaders come to campus 12 Apr 2011
A group of 50 high achieving Year 11 students from across Sydney are giving up a valuable school holiday sleep-in today to immerse themselves in university life and become business consultants. More
Deal or No Deal? 07 Apr 2011
Professor Alex Frino looks at the major financial implications of a failed merger proposal between the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) and the Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX). More
Outstanding teaching recognised 28 Mar 2011
A new crop of outstanding academic staff have been recognised for excellence in the annual University of Sydney Business School Teaching and Tutoring Awards. More
Japan in the Aftermath 17 Mar 2011
Emeritus Professor, International Business, Frank B. (Ben) Tipton offers his thoughts on what the Japanese crisis means for the world economy. More
Japanese Business Leader presents opportunities for graduates in Asia 15 Mar 2011
The woman often described as Japan's best saleswoman visited the university campus this week as a guest of the Careers and Employer Relations office at the Business School. 76 year-old Yoshiko Shinohara was recently ranked 7th in the Financial Times list of the top 50 women in World Business. More
Business Students Excel at Top International Business competition 10 Mar 2011
Four students from the University of Sydney Business School have excelled in an international business competition taking out second place overall in the Rubicon International Contest for Business Students. More
In Session: Classes begin for 2011 02 Mar 2011
More than 1600 new undergraduate and postgraduate students have commenced classes this week - the first new students to be enrolled in the newly re-named University of Sydney Business School. More
The 36th ICAA Annual Sailing Regatta 17 Feb 2011
For the second consecutive year three enthusiastic crews from the University of Sydney Business School took part in the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia sailing regatta. More
Excellence In Accounting Research Acknowledged 16 Feb 2011
The Accounting Discipline in the University of Sydney Business School received the top rating of 5 for its research output in the latest 2010 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) evaluation program - placing it well above world standard. More
Employment Trends for 2011 09 Feb 2011
International employment trends and the effects of recent Australian workplace reforms on employees will be the focus of the 2011 Employment Relations Global Forum to be held on March 30 in Sydney. More
Masterminding your Career 27 Jan 2011
The decision to undertake a postgraduate program is not one people take lightly and many considering further study have questions regarding the potential of career advancement, balancing work, study and family or what their return on investment will be. More
Black Swan event, Cube Farm, Goldilocks Economy, low-hanging fruit. What will be the Business Word of the Year 2010? 11 Jan 2011
The University of Sydney's Macquarie Dictionary lab staff have been collecting all the new words from 18 different categories including Business to emerge in 2010 and will announce the 2010 Word of the Year in the annual update of the Macquarie Dictionary Online in February. More
Plan your course of action at Info Day 05 Jan 2011
The University of Sydney Info Day being held today at The Quadrangle will provide opportunities for pondering students to explore our university and to also speak to many of our staff and students about their study and career options. More
New five-year commitment to elite sports 16 Dec 2010
The Dean of the University of Sydney Business School, Professor Peter Wolnizer, and the Executive Director of Sydney University Sport and Fitness, Mr Robert Smithies, signed a joint agreement ensuring 10 postgraduate and four undergraduate scholarships per year for the next five years valued between $5000-$10,000 per annum. More
Economics and Business Graduates Have A Ball! 09 Dec 2010
Our Economics and Business students marked the end of their time at university with the recently held Graduation Ball. More
Acknowledging our Clubs and Societies 02 Dec 2010
A 'Thank you' event was held by the Faculty of Economics and Business to acknowledge the achievements of the faculty's clubs and societies in 2010. More
50 years of Accounting celebrated 22 Nov 2010
The Discipline of Accounting in the Faculty of Economics and Business at The University of Sydney celebrated their 50th anniversary Jubilee. More
Experts gather for Learning and Teaching Forum 19 Nov 2010
More than 50 staff and students attended the two-day Learning and Teaching in Business Forum presented by the Faculty of Economics and Business was opened by the Vice-Chancellor Michael Spence and attended by senior faculty leaders. More
$50,000 scholarship to promote leadership excellence in not-for-profit sector 16 Nov 2010
A $50,000 scholarship promoting excellence in Not-for-Profit sector leadership is again being offered as part of the University of Sydney's Global Executive MBA program. More
Finance Team Get On Their Bikes For Charity 15 Nov 2010
Representatives from the Faculty's Finance Discipline and a colleague from the Faculty of Engineering recently joined 10,000 participants in the 2010 MS Australia Sydney to Wollongong annual charity bike ride. More
The Big Brother Age? New research explores how governments manage user identities online 12 Nov 2010
Dr Philip Seltsikas, Chair in the Discipline of Business Information Systems at the University of Sydney, presented his latest research this week as part of the Powered By Research Breakfast Series. More
USYD Students Impress in Accounting Competitions 29 Oct 2010
The University of Sydney has been well represented in the accounting world over recent months, with a number of students from the Faculty of Economics and Business rising to challenges set by Australia's two top accounting bodies CPA Australia and The Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia. More
E&B student beats out young lawyers to claim prestigious McCallum medal 27 Oct 2010
Third year Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws, student, Oliver Pase, has won the prestigious 2010 McCallum medal for his analysis on the evolution of policy affecting the work/life balance. More
Our latest 'Lucy' graduates 21 Oct 2010
The University of Sydney and the University of Western Sydney recently held a function in Sydney for the 70 graduates from the Lucy Mentoring Program hosted by Sparke Helmore. More
Global EMBA students depart for India 15 Oct 2010
While Australia's top athletes are now returning home from the Commonwealth Games, a group of Australia's top business students from the University of Sydney will depart today for India to complete the next module of the Global Executive MBA. More
Strong Interest in Postgraduate Programs at Info Night 15 Oct 2010
200+ guests attended the Faculty of Economics and Business postgraduate information evening last night at the Hilton Hotel, Sydney. More
Gain Global Experience with Washington Internship 13 Oct 2010
The Faculty of Economics and Business and the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney have teamed up with the University of California Washington Centre (UCDC), to offer economics and business undergraduate students an exclusive internship opportunity to gain some invaluable global experience. More
Rewarding Teaching Excellence 13 Oct 2010
A number of the faculty's most outstanding academic staff have been recognised with a Dean's Citations for their Teaching contributions in Summer School and Semester 1, 2010. More
2010 recipient of the Economic Society of Australia Distinguished Fellow Award 06 Oct 2010
Emeritus Professor of Economics and former University of Sydney lecturer Peter Groenewegen, is the 2010 recipient of the Economic Society of Australia Distinguished Fellow Award. More
Global Executive MBA Supports Sydney Uni Rugby Victors 05 Oct 2010
The Sydney University Rugby Club, of which the Global Executive MBA is a proud sponsor, celebrated its sixth consecutive Shute Shield title on Saturday with the first grade team defeating Randwick 46-6. More
University of Sydney management program ranked 2nd globally by Financial Times 30 Sep 2010
Leading international publication, The Financial Times, has again rated the CEMS Master's in International Management (MIM) - offered exclusively in Australia by the University of Sydney - as one of the top management programs in the world in its 2010 rankings. More
Global Executive MBA wins top NSW Marketing Award 28 Sep 2010
The innovative Global Executive MBA program offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business at the
MorePower in Coalition 20 Sep 2010
Power in Coalition: A new book about building strong coalitions between labor unions and community organisations from Amanda Tattersall, University of Sydney alumni and honorary associate from the Discipline of Work & Organisational Studies. More
Warm Welcome for a Hot Topic 15 Sep 2010
Participants of the University of Sydney's Master of Marketing Program were briefed about one of their innovative units of study, entitled Regulatory Environment and Ethics, at a recent introductory drinks session. More
Accounting Master Class 2010 02 Sep 2010
Professors Jayne Godfrey and Allan Barton are set to share their accounting expertise at the Accounting Discipline's annual Master Class next month for a group of approximately 50 Sydney University students and colleagues. More
Under New Management 16 Aug 2010
The latest issue of Qantas The Australian Way includes a special report on leadership education that features the University of Sydney Global EMBA. More
G08 Fellowship Winner to visit University of Sydney 16 Aug 2010
GO8 fellowship winner, Anna Sankowska from the Warsaw School of Economics, will be visiting the university to work with Kristine Dery from the Discipline of Work and Organisational Studies on a project looking at trust in virtual teams. More
Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) 04 Aug 2010
Ten students from the University of Sydney (eight of who study in the Faculty of Economics and Business) joined hundreds of participants from 28 other Australian tertiary institutions at the annual SIFE Conference to present projects they have been working on over the past 12 months. More
A Warm Welcome 04 Aug 2010
Faculty of Economics and Business students commencing their undergraduate studies were welcomed to the faculty by Associate Dean (Undergraduate), Tyrone Carlin, at a briefing session at the University’s Merewether Lecture Theatre.
MoreResearch Forum Debates the Need to Improve Australia's Corporate Reporting Networks 14 Jul 2010
The need for more thoughtful structuring and auditing processes of Australian corporate groups and why so many companies get it wrong will be the theme of a research forum sponsored by the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Sydney on Thursday 15 July. More
Adventurous ideas at the Expo 13 Jul 2010
Business experts from Australia and China made their way through the crowds at the Shanghai Expo on Monday to share their ideas on reform and innovation at the second University of Sydney symposium. More
University of Sydney hosts sixth triennial APIRA Conference 12 Jul 2010
With a reputation for academic rigour and the participation of world-leading researchers, the Sixth Asia Pacific Interdisciplinary Research in Accounting (APIRA) Conference runs from 11 - 13 July. This triennial conference promises three days of intensive discussions, debates and networking with leading and emerging scholars in accounting. More
Reform tops the agenda at business symposium 09 Jul 2010
The need to reform business practices to promote innovation and enterprise will dominate the agenda at the second University of Sydney symposium at the Shanghai Expo on Monday 12 July. More
Taking the lead in professional development 09 Jul 2010
Associate Professor John Shields from the faculty's Discipline of Work and Organisational Studies, presented at the inaugural Take the Lead seminar series - a professional learning and development seminar which provides opportunity for human resources (HR) professionals to hear from leading University of Sydney experts about the latest trends in HR and people management. More
ICT gets image conscious 05 Jul 2010
The Faculty of Economics and Business with the Australian Computer Society Foundation jointly ran a forum led by a panel of leading ICT industry speakers, who met to discuss strategies to interest young people in careers in technology-enabled business innovation and all agreed that something had to be done. More
Faculty alumna appointed new QBE Chairman 01 Jul 2010
Faculty of Economics and Business alumna, Ms Belinda Hutchinson (BEc '76), will this week officially commence her position as Chair of QBE Insurance. More
Bus and train use up as car numbers rise but trips fall 29 Jun 2010
The Sydney Morning Herald reports that a study by the Faculty's Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies has revealed New South Wales is the "most pessemistic state ... in terms of sentiment towards transport in Australia in the next five years". More
Transport studies agreement for Sydney (ITLS) and Abu Dhabi 23 Jun 2010
The Abu Dhabi Department of Transport (DoT) and The University of Sydney, Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies (ITLS) in the Faculty of Economics and Business signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Tuesday 22nd June, aimed at providing Masters courses in transport management to targeted UAE students and executive courses for DoT employees.
MoreJane Spring Awarded for a Lifetime of Service to Rowing 18 Jun 2010
Faculty of Economics and Business alumna and President of Rowing at Sydney Uni Sport & Fitness, Jane Spring, (BEc Hons '86, LLB '89, MPAdmin '07, Hon Fellow '08) has been awarded the Rusty Robertson MBE Award at the Rowing NSW Annual Presentation Dinner.
MoreExpert shares secrets to stock market success 08 Jun 2010
Leading Equities Analyst, Portfolio Manager and self-made entrepreneur, Roger Montgomery recently visited the campus to bring to life the complex subject of stock market investing. More
Corporate Misadventures - Justice Neville Owen Presents at Accounting 50th Anniversary Event 25 May 2010
The Hon. Justice Neville Owen, will highlight the peculiar problems that long and complex legal cases present at a 50th anniversary event for the Accounting Discipline in the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Sydney. More
Australia needs 'Green Collar' workers 17 May 2010
A new report from Dr Mike Rafferty and Serena Yu from the Workplace Research Centre (WRC), has found more 'Green Collar' jobs are needed if key climate change challenges facing the Australian economy are to be met.
MoreFederal Budget 2010: Academics Available for Media Comment 11 May 2010
The Faculty of Economics and Business has a number of experts available this week to discuss various aspects of tomorrow's federal budget. The numbers listed below are the best way to contact these spokespeople on Tuesday 11, Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 May. More
Ross Gittins shares thoughts about Immigration and Population with Political Economy students 10 May 2010
Leading Australian economist and Economics Editor of the Sydney Morning Herald newspaper, Ross Gittins, shared his thoughts on immigration and population to students in the Arts and Economics and Business faculties last week in an event organised by the student union's Political Economy Society (ECOPSOC). More
Multi-million dollar grant allows investigation into Rapid Bus Transport 29 Apr 2010
The Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies in the Faculty of Economics and Business is a partner in a consortium that has been awarded a US$3.5 million dollar, five-year grant from the Volvo Research and Education Foundation (VREF) to establish a Center of Excellence (CoE) on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). More
Risky Business: the Psychology of Strategy in Uncertain Times 23 Apr 2010
New research about why normally, clear headed, rational managers with a wealth of information at their fingertips make bad business decisions will be presented by Professor Dan Lovallo from the University of Sydney at a corporate breakfast this Friday 23 April. More
Forum Investigates E-Publishing Boom 20 Apr 2010
The growth of the e-publishing industry, the business challenges and opportunities facing booksellers and publishers was the focus of an international student forum at the University of Sydney in April. More
Addressing Australia's future workforce challenges at the Australian Workplace Conference 16 Apr 2010
The Faculty of Economics and Business - Workplace Research Centre hosted the 2010 Australian Workplace Conference which was dedicated to addressing Australia's future workforce challenges, and discussing current issues affecting the working lives of Australian people. More
E&B student chosen to represent Australia at World Economic Forum 13 Apr 2010
The World Economic Forum* has chosen Economics and Business PhD graduate from 2009, James Gifford, as one of its Young Global Leaders (YGLs) for 2010. More
University of Sydney Masters project to attract students from Sydney's South West 13 Apr 2010
The Master of Management program run through the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Sydney sees their students working on 'real-life' projects which aims to encourage students from South West Sydney to attend university in greater numbers. More
For love or Money? Why more business women are needed in the Not for Profit Sector 13 Apr 2010
The challenges facing women working in the Australian not-for-profit sector and why more female business executives are needed in this field were among the issues discussed at a forum hosted by the Faculty of Economics and Business. More
Improving the Government's Social Inclusion Agenda Policy 25 Mar 2010
A new report produced by The University of Sydney, The University of Western Sydney and the Illawarra Forum proposes that the NSW Government's objectives in the recently launched 'Social Inclusion Agenda' has missed the mark in achieving their social inclusion goals.
MoreTransport confidence survey highlights national concern 23 Mar 2010
The Faculty's Institute of Transport and Logistics Studies launched their inaugural Interfleet Transport Opinion Survey (TOPS) which clearly highlights that Australians want to see more public transport improvements. More
Awards for Teaching Excellence 22 Mar 2010
Professor Wolnizer praises the Faculty's 2009 Teaching and Tutoring Award recipients for their individual outstanding contributions in both teaching and tutoring. More
Talking Employment Relations with Professor Russell Lansbury AM 18 Mar 2010
Emeritus Professor Russell Lansbury AM shares his views on employment relations with Cara Spence (original interview source: Industrial Relations Society Quarterly newsletter). More
2011 Global Executive MBA brochure and DVD now available 01 Mar 2010
The newly released 2011 brochure and accompanying DVD provides a comprehensive overview of the Global Executive MBA.
MoreOn the road with the Global Executive MBA 28 Feb 2010
Due to ever increasing international interest in the University of Sydney's Global Executive MBA program, Professor Chris Styles (Associate Dean (Executive Education) will visit London on Thursday 4 March 2010 to meet potential program participants. While in London, Professor Styles will host a University of Sydney Global Executive MBA stand at the QS World Executive MBA fair. More
New report shatters myths about public sector employees in South Australia 23 Feb 2010
A state-wide survey conducted by Dr Mike Rafferty, Hanna Schultz and Serena Yu, from the Workplace Research Centre, dispels the "slack public servant" myth in South Australia. More
Exploring cooperative movements in Italy and Australia 23 Feb 2010
The University of Sydney hosted the inaugural international symposium on the Cooperative Movements in Italy and Australia last week.
MoreSmooth Sailing 17 Feb 2010
The 35th annual Australian Institute of Chartered Accountants Regatta saw three crews from The faculty of Economics and Business, Accounting Discipline sail away triumphantly with more than just a sun tan… More
Taking the measure of marketing 17 Feb 2010
The Master of Marketing reception allowed inaugural graduands and prominent industry partners to welcome the enthusiastic 2010 student cohort... More
"Hands-on, Not Hands-up" - New Global EMBA Program Begins at the University of Sydney 15 Feb 2010
An outstanding diverse group of high performing managers form the inaugural Global Executive MBA cohort will get their hands on real life projects over the next 18 months and develop their skills as future leaders. More
"Hands-On, Not Hands-Up" New Global Executive MBA program begins at the University of Sydney 15 Feb 2010
An outstanding group of senior professionals has begun the exciting and innovative Global Executive MBA program being offered for the first time by the University of Sydney. The diverse group of high-performing managers came together in Sydney for the first of five two-week intensive residential courses - to be run over the next 18 months - and were immediately given the opportunity to explore the concept of leadership from a number of different perspectives.
MoreNigel Finch invited to join the Business Council of Mongolia 08 Feb 2010
Following a successful visit to Mongolia, Nigel Finch, was admitted as a member of the Business Council of Mongolia (BCM). More
Record Entries for 2010 NSWRA Youth Day Rowing Regatta 04 Feb 2010
The Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Sydney will again support the YOUTH DAY Regatta by continuing as the major sponsor of the event which forms part of the two-day NSW Rowing Championships Regatta. More
Vale Warren Hogan 22 Jan 2010
Emeritus Professor Warren Hogan, a professor of economics at the University of Sydney for 30 years, has died aged 80. More
New Scholarship to Support Leadership in the Not-For-Profit Sector 18 Nov 2009
The Faculty of Economics and Business at The University of Sydney will offer a major $50,000 Not-For-Profit scholarship for one participant undertaking the new Global Executive MBA More
Beyond the corporate cowboys 30 Oct 2009
In the wake of the Global Financial Crisis, a new sense of integrity has taken hold among business school graduates. Professor Chris Styles tells of his thoughts on this important issue in Laura Cencigh-Albulario recent article in The Australian. More
"New Perspectives on Contemporary Leadership" Lecture 19 Sep 2009
A highlight of the 2009 Spring Back to Sydney Alumni Reunion held at The University of Sydney on Saturday 19 September, was the "New Perspectives on Contemporary Leadership" lecture given by Associate Professor Richard Hall, one of the two facilitators of the Leadership Module for the new Global Executive MBA. More
Learning With Leaders Over Lunch 11 Sep 2009
The Global Executive MBA was the proud major sponsor of the annual Sydney University Rugby Finals lunch held in September. Professor Chris Styles, Associate Dean (Executive Education) & Program Director of the Executive MBA, attended the lunch with confirmed and potential program participants as well as, Module Leaders - Professors David Grant (Leadership), Richard Dunford (Creating & Developing New Opportunities) and Bruce McKern (Managing Growth). More
David Grant identifies true leaders 10 Sep 2009
In recent times there has been much debate about what makes a true leader and whether society now expects more from its business leaders in the face of economic challenges. Have the qualities for identifying a true leader changed and what are some of the best examples of leadership in recent times? More
First Global Executive MBA to address changing needs of business 04 Aug 2009
The University of Sydney, Australia will offer a world-class Global Executive MBA program for the first time in 2010 providing senior executives with the skills to survive and provide leadership to a world coping with the global financial crisis More
University of Sydney launches Global Executive MBA 03 Aug 2009
The future of leadership has arrived in the form of the first Global Executive Masters of Business Administration launched by the University of Sydney's Faculty of Economics and Business More
The leadership masterclass 28 Jul 2009
A reinvention of the traditional MBA, the Faculty's first Global Executive MBA aims to provide gifted executives with the leadership skills they need to scale the heights of success in business. More