It is a brave person who can say with certainty what consumers will want, or technologies will emerge, over the next few years, especially with the crazy politics in the world right now.
The good news for entrepreneurs is more uncertainty equals more opportunity. With an eye for an opportunity, and a preparedness to take a risk, entrepreneurs can move in to places established companies fear to tread.
The need for more accessible tourism options that cater to a wider range needs and disabilities was the focus of a keynote speech from Lonely Planet, in a recent seminar at The University of Queensland (UQ), St Lucia.
Experts from The University of Queensland Business School provide an insight into how the proposed 2019-20 budget may affect Australians if the current government is re-elected.
Ethical leadership and decision-making is the focus of a cross-disciplinary learning approach at The University of Queensland (UQ). Efforts to further embed the learning and teaching of ethics across a range of courses will be guided by a soon-to-be-established Professorial Chair in Ethics.
It is one of the fastest growing entertainment industries, yet esports lacks regulation and governance, leaving it open for unethical practices and risky behaviours. Although esports is fast becoming mainstream, it still operates in a world of its own, where none of the usual rules apply.
Traditional business thinking often operates with a one-eyed pursuit of economic growth, trapping leaders in a world that no longer exists. A new model by entrepreneur expert, Dr Lance Newey aims to offer a better way forward.
A new, high-value asset is being traded on global markets. Described as ‘the new oil’, data has powered the growth of digital giants like Amazon, Google and Facebook by allowing them to target customers more effectively and boost sales. Companies need to develop a more ethical approach or face a backlash, says UQ Business School data expert Dr Ida Someh.
Data from the UQ Business School confirms that MBA students are driven by innovation, impact and global ambitions to study the master's degree, as opposed to financial gain.