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China experiences mixed effects of technology

Dr. Xinlin Tang - In the spread of COVID-19 in China, technology has played an indispensable role, generating both positive and negative effects. On the positive side, the user-generated content was spread out through social media, raising public concerns even before the government stepped in. Dr. Li Wenliang at Wuhan Central Hospital sent out the first message to a group of fellow doctors on WeChat, warning them about a possible contagious illness like SARS...


Leading your employees through the pandemic crisis

Dr. Darren Brooks - The recent outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus is moving most organizations into unchartered territories in terms of human resource policies and practices. The challenge is how to implement various levels of business continuity plans to ensure core business functions continue, where possible, while addressing the fears and anxieties experienced by employees on issues such as personal health and well-being, loss of pay...


Remote learning introduces students to key business skills

Lance Kerwin - Now that Florida State University has moved all learning online, this is a time to apply the skills and experiences that the students will need in the workplace from Day 1. Being able to pivot and leverage the amazing technologies and partnerships we have through the College of Business provides a unique opportunity to show our students how to collaborate remotely...


Rebalancing, ramping up supply chains to meet COVID-19 demand

Dr. Larry Guinipero - Our current COVID-19 crisis has magnified the importance of strategically managing supply chains and anticipating risks in uncertain times. We are seeing unprecedented issues due to disruptions in sourcing and overwhelming demand. In general, there are imbalances in different supply chains...


Financial experts wrestle with how to fix volatile economy

Dr. April Knill - First, the bad news: The Dow Jones Industrial recently closed 33% below its peak, a level not seen since 2017. As of the writing of this article, it remains in bear market territory (a more than 20% drop from recent peak). The speed at which markets hit these new lows is remarkable. Markets fell at such a dizzying pace that automatic ‘circuit breakers’ kicked in, multiple times, to halt trading temporarily so traders...


Working, learning remotely is the new norm across campus

Students, faculty and staff members are adjusting to working remotely and practicing social distancing in compliance with efforts to stem the spread of the disease.


New ranking provides another Top 10 standing for real estate

Florida State University’s MBA specialty in real estate ranks among the Top 10 public programs nationwide, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 list of “Best Graduate Schools” released today.


Top undergraduates to benefit from more pathways to a graduate degree

More business majors will be able to get a jump-start on an MBA or specialty master’s degree thanks to an expansion of combined pathway options at Florida State University’s College of Business.


Graduate degrees again rank among top online programs nationwide

Florida State University’s College of Business’ online master’s degree programs continue to stand strong among the nation’s best, as showcased by U.S. News & World Report’s 2020 rankings released today.


Business graduate Thiel appointed to FSU Board of Trustees; Sasser reappointed

The Florida Board of Governors appointed business executives John Thiel and Bob Sasser to the Florida State University Board of Trustees during its Oct. 30 meeting. Their five-year terms will start Jan. 6, 2020.