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Indian and Pakistani business schools: Thawing relations

The Economist, Apr 17th 2012 CROSS-BORDER collaboration between business schools is a common occurrence. Some top institutions can have partnerships with counterparts in as many as 40 different countries. It is seen as a way of increasing their internationalism, without … Continue reading

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Unlocking and Safeguarding Human Potential Across South Asia

Samina rose from humble beginnings in Karachi, Pakistan to become a proud woman business owner employing nine people. Her embroidery business helped pay for her kids’ school and made her the primary earner in her household. Then COVID hit, trampling … Continue reading

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Prof Pio appointed as an Officer of the New Zealand of Merit (ONZM)

Professor Edwina Pio, Professor of Diversity and University Director of Diversity at Auckland University of Technology (AUT), has been appointed as an Officer of the New Zealand of Merit (ONZM) for services to ethnic communities. “In today’s rapidly changing world … Continue reading

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Business Education and Engagement during COVID-19 and Beyond: Insights from Pakistan

This article offers a stakeholder perspective on business and management education and engagement in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Written by Dr. Jawad Syed (LUMS), the article is an extract from the AMDISA e-Book on COVID-19 related challenges facing … Continue reading

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Security and the Belt and Road: A Critical Analysis of Threats to Chinese Nationals and Businesses in Pakistan

Dr. Jawad Syed In the wake of the recent tragic and regrettable terror attack against Chinese engineers in Pakistan, it may be useful to refer to the findings of my study on ‘Security and the Belt and Road: A Critical … Continue reading

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Business Schools in South Asia

This is an incomplete list of notable business schools in the region. Please write to info@southasianaom.com to update this list. India Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIM A)http://www.iimahd.ernet.in/ Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta (IIM C) @ Kolkattahttp://www.iimcal.ac.in/ Indian Institute of … Continue reading

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Journals

The following is an incomplete list of journals and periodicals related to South Asia: South Asian Journal of Business StudiesPublished by: Emerald South Asian Journal of Business Studies (previously: South Asian Journal of Global Business Research) is the official journal … Continue reading

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Ensuring Employee Engagement Amid a Pandemic

South Asian Academy of Management: Leadership Working Paper Series LWP-202004-10 Ensuring Employee Engagement Amid a Pandemic Jawad Syed, PhD In a fast-changing and uncertain situation such as the coronavirus pandemic, many leaders are struggling not only in terms of organizational … Continue reading

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Sri Lanka business leaders slash their pay 60-pct over Coronavirus

Senior executives of top business groups in Sri Lanka have taken up to 60 percent salary cuts as Coronavirus killed sales and hit cash flows, but not state sector salary cuts have been announced though most are staying at home. … Continue reading

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Coronavirus lockdown could give online education a lasting boost in India

London (CNN Business) Schools around the world have closed their doors because of the coronavirus pandemic, leaving more than 1.5 billion children stuck at home. While it’s a great inconvenience for many, it has created a spike in demand for … Continue reading

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