Networking

Queen’s means business for UK and China

Representatives from Queen’s University Management School will host a major networking forum in London on Tuesday (24 May) to address the role of higher education and entrepreneurship in building science and technology links with the country.

The China Britain Business Council, the China Innovation and Development Association and the British Council are also involved in organising the event.

Entrepreneurs share secrets of success at Cranfield

Now in its fourth year, Cranfield VentureDay is the region’s leading event for those interested or experienced in cutting-edge entrepreneurial performance.  The day will include presentations from a number of renowned entrepreneurs including former media tycoon and serial entrepreneur Eddy Shah; and Harry Clarke, Commercial Director for Cobalt Telephone Technologies.  As well as being an excellent networking opportunity, conference delegates also benefit from exposure to Cranfield’s latest pioneering research and insights on entrepreneurial issues.
 

Car manufacturer’s marketing expert to share vision

Mr Schlegel, who was previously General Manager for Marketing and Network Development at Aston Martin, will tell the story of the dramatic re-birth of Lotus, the iconic British car manufacturer.
In September, Lotus made headlines after attending the Auto Show 2010 in Paris when it unveiled five brand new models, thus hailing the renaissance of its brand. 

The Power of the Global Brand - Inaugural Lecture for the ABS Alumni Network

Richard Learwood, Global Marketing Director for Eukanuba, Procter & Gamble's Billion $ premium pet food brand will deliver a presentation on ‘The Power of the Global Brand’.
Richard says:

“It’s an honour to speak at this inaugural Association of Business Schools event. I am looking forward to a lively debate on the subject of Global Brand strategy. As a member of the alumni myself it is great to have the opportunity to contribute and I wish the ABS great success as it builds this important network that will be of immense value to its members”

Development Programme for Executive Education Providers 2010/2011

Overview

The DPXED is designed for a cohort of individuals in business schools who design, deliver and develop programmes for executives and organisations. DPXED explores the executive education landscape, the positioning of business schools, market segmentation, business development, pitching, negotiating, faculty capabilities, incentives and relationships, customisation, social learning, systems and infrastructure, as well as topics requested by participants on the DPXED.

Top UK business school to deliver programme in Dubai

The programme, ‘Working with competing agendas:  leading in complex times’, is part of the School’s highly successful General Management Programmes portfolio; and is designed to help senior managers develop productive and effective business relationships in today’s complex and high pressured business environment of the Middle East. 

Lancaster University Management School MBA programme celebrates 20th anniversary

Featuring guest speakers, group activities and networking sessions, the Gala event will celebrate 20 years of the LUMS MBA and explore how the course has changed since the very first class – the class of 1989/90.

Businesses Inspired by Innovation Day

Innovation Day 2010 attracted a wide range of businesses from all over Bedfordshire and Luton representing health, digital industries and green technologies. The day encouraged local businesses to look at innovation in a whole new way through a variety of keynote speeches, interactive workshops, professional advice and networking.

University gives free advice to start-ups

The Basics of Building a Business (B3) programme, which starts again in this month (February), will provide people who have dreamt of starting their own business with business skills and practical experience of turning an idea into reality.

Lectures will be presented by business leaders who have set up their own companies, or have been involved at the start-up stage of a new business.

The Open University Business School MBA graduates’ celebrate success in Russia

At the ceremony, the graduates will be joined by Professor Denise Kirkpatrick, Pro-Vice Chancellor of The Open University and Ms Carmel McMahon, Associate Dean, International at The Open University Business School.

Professor Denise Kirkpatrick, Pro-Vice Chancellor of The Open University said: ““I am inspired by some of the student stories and remarkable achievements of our graduates.  Many of the students graduating have been studying part-time. The degree ceremony not only marks the end of studying, but also the start of a new career for many.”

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