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UCLSoM students gain exclusive insights into FinTech at Checkout.com HQ

Wednesday, 3 Dec
Undergraduate students from UCL School of Management's BSc Information Management for Business (IMB) programme, BSc/MSci Management Science programme, and BSc International Management programme recently had the opportunity to spend an afternoon at Checkout.com’s Global Headquarters in London, exploring one of the world’s leading fintech companies from the inside. Designed in collaboration with Checkout.com’s Early Careers team, the visit offered students a rich blend of learning, reflection, and practical career development.
Research

Atomic Secrets

Wednesday, 26 Nov
How does secrecy emerge and evolve during an organisation’s innovation process?

Student

UCL SoM Student Aarnav Agarwal Receives Faculty Scholarship for Excellence

Tuesday, 25 Nov
BSc Information Management for Business student Aarnav Agarwal has been selected for the UCL Faculty Undergraduate Scholarship for Excellence for 2025/26, following outstanding academic achievement supported by strong endorsements from the School faculty, including BSc Information Management for Business Programme Director Edyta Kostanek and SoM Director of Undergraduate Studies Maya Cara.
Research

After Shock – employee retention after the Great Resignation

Tuesday, 25 Nov
Internally promoted employees are far less likely to quit during times of crisis.
Student

UCL School of Management students gain insider insights at AlphaSights Global HQ

Monday, 24 Nov
Undergraduate BSc Information Management for Business (IMB) students and postgraduate students from across the UCL School of Management MSc programmes recently visited AlphaSights’ Global Headquarters in London, gaining valuable insights into the fast-paced world of knowledge services and client consulting.
Research

It’s who you know – star connections significantly affect career development

Monday, 24 Nov
Working closely with a star employee can create a buffer from the consequences of underperformance, finds a paper by a group of UCL School of Management researchers.

Student

IMB Students Explore the Future of AI and Analytics at Oracle UK Headquarters

Monday, 24 Nov
Curiosity, innovation, and collaboration were at the heart of the Oracle Student Analytics & AI Day, where UCL School of Management’s BSc Information Management for Business students spent the day at Oracle’s UK headquarters in Reading. Immersed in cutting-edge discussions and live technology demonstrations, students gained valuable insight into how data and AI are driving the next wave of digital transformation.
School

UCLSoM announces new Exec Ed Partnership with Altamayyuz Academy in Saudi Arabia

Thursday, 20 Nov
The UCL School of Management is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Altamayyuz Academy, one of Saudi Arabia’s leading institutions for financial and managerial talent development.
School

UCL SoM Celebrates Women in Entrepreneurship Day with ElevateHer Panel Event

Thursday, 20 Nov
In celebration of Women in Entrepreneurship Day on Wednesday 19 November, UCL School of Management hosted the ElevateHer panel discussion, moderated by MSc Entrepreneurship alumna, Tessa Beishuizen (2024 - 25). The event brought together three accomplished founders and investors who shared practical tools and honest reflections to inspire and equip the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Student

UCL MBA goes global with first international immersion in Beijing

Wednesday, 19 Nov
Last month, UCL School of Management took the UCL MBA global for the first-ever international immersion event in Beijing, China. Students from across the world joined Programme Director Harveen Chugh, Senior Global Engagement Officer Julia Chapman and Postgraduate Administrator Andrew King for a week of learning, cultural exploration and networking.
In the Media

Enrico Forti and Joost Rietveld discuss their award-winning research

Tuesday, 18 Nov
Following the publication of their award-winning paper in Administrative Science Quarterly, which examined how local communities shape business responses to social issues, School of Management academics Enrico Forti and Joost Rietveld joined co-author Alessandro Piazza (Rice University) for a conversation with digital platform Faculti. The discussion dives into the motivations behind the research and its implications for businesses navigating societal challenges.
Research

Highlighting competitive salaries doesn’t always pay

Wednesday, 12 Nov
Interviewers who highlight competitive pay in their recruitment process might not find it as effective as previously thought when it comes to attracting top talent, according to new research by UCL School of Management professor Dr Sunny Lee.
School

Global industry leaders attend UCL Centre for Sustainable Business Awards

Tuesday, 11 Nov
UCL Centre for Sustainable Business (UCL CSB) held its Annual Conference and inaugural awards ceremony at the UCL School of Management, a flagship event bringing together academics, business leaders and sustainability practitioners to discuss how innovation and AI are transforming the future of sustainable business.
School

UCL alumnus visits Canary Wharf to deliver entreprenuerial talk

Thursday, 6 Nov
On Friday, 24 October, Alberto Zandi, a UCL alumnus, visited Canary Wharf to deliver a talk at the Business Leaders Speaker Series entitled, "From Idea to Execution: The Unfiltered Journey of Building a Business."
Research

Deyu Ming wins award for open source AI software

Tuesday, 28 Oct
Dr Deyu Ming, Lecturer in Mathematics and Data Analytics at the UCL School of Management, has won the 2025 UCL Open Science & Scholarship Award for his work as lead developer of dgpsi, an advanced software that has helped to support AI projects at the forefront of sustainable solutions.
School

UCL School of Management hosts Ukrainian Entrepreneurs Evening on Level 50

Monday, 27 Oct
UCL School of Management recently hosted an inspiring event titled “Ukrainian Entrepreneurs’ Evening: Adapting and Thriving”, celebrating the resilience, innovation, and collaborative spirit of Ukrainian entrepreneurs in the UK. Designed as a platform for sharing insights, forging connections, and empowering the next generation of changemakers, the evening spotlighted those driving the development of a transparent, competitive, and partnership-led economy in Ukraine.
Research

Good lessons from failed collaborations

Thursday, 23 Oct
A new study by UCL School of Management associate professor Dr Vivianna Fang He reveals how teams collaborating with partners outside of their organisations can succeed and learn from their failures if they manage their emotions and boundaries collectively.
Research

PhD's research on NHS payment reform recognised in two prestigious competitions

Tuesday, 21 Oct
Sara Mohammadi, a PhD candidate in the Operations and Technology group at the UCL School of Management, has been named a finalist in two leading student paper competitions for her research on healthcare payment reform.
Research

Paolo Taticchi explores SME sustainability in new white paper

Monday, 20 Oct
UCL Centre for Sustainable Business Co-Director Professor Paolo Taticchi’s latest white paper explores how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can become strategic leaders in sustainability through tailored, data-driven approaches.
Research

Building future resilience through public-private collaboration

Monday, 20 Oct
Professor Paolo Taticchi, Co-Director of the UCL Centre for Sustainable Business, has co-authored a new white paper examining how the UK can strengthen its long-term resilience and competitiveness through greater collaboration between the public and private sectors.
In the Media

Michelin grabs The Keys to hotel recommendations

Thursday, 16 Oct
An Agence France-Presse (AFP) article syndicated across multiple international outlets, explores Michelin Guide’s strategic expansion into hotel and wine ratings and UCL School of Management associate professor Yiting Deng is at the forefront of the conversation.
In the Media

Founder resilience research featured in entrepreneur’s personal journey

Thursday, 16 Oct
A compelling personal story published by a successful entrepreneur cites findings from the Founder Resilience Research Report 2024, led by Christina Richardson.
Research

A multidisciplinary effort to tackle post-harvest food waste

Wednesday, 15 Oct
A new research project funded by UKRI and led by a cross-institutional team that includes UCL School of Management associate professor Dr Yiting Deng, has launched to address the serious environmental and agricultural challenge of post-harvest vegetable loss.
Research

Dr Colin Fisher launches new book on group dynamics

Friday, 10 Oct
Dr Colin Fisher hosted a launch for his new book on the power of groups to an audience of industry professionals at the UCL School of Management.
School

Dr. Nataliia Hrytsiuk discusses diaspora entrepreneurship at high-impact seminar

Wednesday, 8 Oct
UCL School of Management recently participated in a high-impact seminar titled 'Promoting Entrepreneurship among Ukrainian Citizens in the UK: Diaspora Contribution to Ukraine's Reconstruction and UK-Ukraine Bilateral Cooperation'. The event brought together Ukrainian entrepreneurs, policymakers and academics to explore the role of the diaspora in post-war recovery and cross-border entrepreneurial collaboration.
Staff

Empowering SMEs with autonomous AI

Wednesday, 24 Sep
UCL School of Management’s Professor Angela Aristidou delivered a keynote talk on what agentic AI means for small and medium-sized enterprises to an audience of 127 global leaders from across 54 countries.
Student

Tisha Pruthi and Lina Kalai named as winners of this year's Singhal Awards

Tuesday, 16 Sep
We are proud to announce the recipients of the second Singhal Awards, selected by UCL School of Management Programme Directors Andrew Whiter and Maya Cara: Tisha Pruthi from the BSc Information Management for Business programme and Lina Kalai from the BSc/MSci Management Science programme. Established in 2024 by UCL School of Management alumni and brothers Udit and Suchet Singhal, the awards recognise and celebrate exceptional undergraduate students.
In the Media

Why most businesses aren’t seeing financial gains from AI

Friday, 12 Sep
Bart Vanneste is featured in an article in Management Today, offering valuable insight into the challenges of integrating generative AI into real-world business processes.
Research

Long Reads: Is AI the end of critical thinking?

Friday, 12 Sep
Long Reads is a new feature series that showcases the ideas and viewpoints of the School of Management's leading academics on pertinent issues in the global landscape. In the first of the series, Assistant Professor Daniel Ershov argues that embracing AI platforms such as ChatGPT does not signal the death of critical thinking.
Staff

Paolo Taticchi shortlisted for “the Oscars” of management thinking

Thursday, 11 Sep
Professor Paolo Taticchi and fellow researcher Melina Corvaglia-Charrey have been shortlisted for the 2025 Thinkers50 Strategy Award for their book How to be Sustainable: Business Strategies for Leading Change.
School

Third Edition of the Ukrainian Lecture Series Begins

Thursday, 11 Sep
On Tuesday 02 September, UCL School of Management welcomed this year’s participants of the Next Generation of Ukrainian Entrepreneurs Lecture Series to our home in One Canada Square. Now in its third edition, the Lecture Series supports aspiring and early-stage Ukrainian entrepreneurs—especially those affected by the war—to develop ventures that drive impact, resilience, and recovery in Ukraine and beyond.
Staff

Accounting Streams Workshop 2025: Shaping the Future of Accounting Education

Thursday, 11 Sep
On Friday 05 September 2025, the UCL School of Management hosted the second annual Accounting Streams Workshop on Level 50 of One Canada Square. The event brought together over 50 members of the Accounting Streams community, along with academic professionals, to engage in meaningful discussions about the future of accounting education and the continued development of the Accounting Streams initiative.

In the Media

Can Artificial Intelligence improve relationships for charities?

Monday, 8 Sep
Artificial intelligence (AI) could help charities strengthen relationships with their donors and volunteers rather than replace them, according to a new editorial in the Stanford Social Innovation Review co-authored by UCL School of Management’s Assistant Professor Angela Aristidou.
School

UCL School of Management Hosts South Korean BK21 Delegation at Canary Wharf

Monday, 8 Sep
As part of South Korea's BK21 Graduate Programme, UCL School of Management welcomed representatives from 12 different universities to Canary Wharf earlier this month. Founded by the South Korean Government in 1999, BK21 is an initiative designed to support and strengthen their postgraduate students with their studies to become leaders in academia, industry, and innovation.
Research

“Warm but incompetent”: The hidden harm of workplace gender stereotypes

Monday, 1 Sep
Upcoming research from UCL School of Management reveals that “dissonant ties” – relationships characterised by conflicting feelings, such as liking but not respecting someone, or disliking yet respecting them – disproportionately harm women in the workplace.
Staff

A conversation with Colin Fisher

Thursday, 28 Aug
In his new book The Collective Edge, UCL School of Management’s own Associate Professor Colin Fisher explores the power and potential of cooperation and group dynamics – from creative teams and political movements to dinner table conversations, Colin distils decades of research into practical strategies to help groups thrive.

To mark the launch of The Collective Edge, we sat down with Colin to talk about the inspiration behind the book, key take aways for professionals and what’s next for Colin.
Student

Mrityunjay Sharma joins United Nations to tackle extreme heat in cities

Thursday, 28 Aug
MSc Entrepreneurship student Mrityunjay Sharma is set to join the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), where he will play a pivotal role in tackling one of today’s most urgent climate challenges: extreme urban heat. The work of UNEP forms part of the Cool Coalition, a landmark global initiative endorsed by more than 80 countries following the success of the Montreal Protocol in addressing ozone depletion. India is the first focus country, with interventions set to expand globally in the years ahead. With rising heatwaves in London and across the UK, the issue is becoming increasingly relevant worldwide.
Research

How local communities shape business responses to social issues

Tuesday, 19 Aug
The social structure of local communities has a powerful influence on whether businesses take a stand on controversial and societal issues, finds a new award-winning study, now published in Administrative Science Quarterly (ASQ).
Student

UCLSoM welcomes Year 12 students for sustainability-focused Summer School

Friday, 15 Aug
On 28 July, UCL School of Management welcomed Year 12 students based in east London to Level 50 of One Canada Square for the second iteration of our annual Summer School initiative. Over the course of the week, participants were challenged to develop innovative and creative solutions for tackling excessive waste in London.
Research

When losing a Michelin star is good for business

Tuesday, 12 Aug
New research by the UCL School of Management’s Associate Professor Yiting Deng explores the impact of expert opinions on consumer satisfaction and finds that losing a Michelin star can in fact lead to higher consumer ratings, challenging the conventional belief that losing a star is detrimental to business.
Research

Former PhD student wins prestigious dissertation award

Thursday, 7 Aug
Former PhD student at UCL School of Management, Joe Ploog, has won the Outstanding Dissertation Award from the Strategic Management Division at the Academy of Management’s Annual Meeting in Copenhagen.
Student

Students from UCL-PKU MBA explore London start-up scene

Thursday, 31 Jul
In July 2025, students from the UCL MBA with Peking University visited UCL School of Management’s campus in Canary Wharf as part of the optional MSIN0125 Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Europe module led by School of Management Lecturer Alastair Moore and Assistant Professor James Berry.
Research

UCL School of Management hosts landmark FTG Summer Conference

Wednesday, 30 Jul
UCL School of Management hosted the Finance Theory Group (FTG) Summer Conference 2025 earlier this month, marking the first time that one of the prestigious research group’s flagship events has been held in the UK.
School

UCL School of Management earns prestigious AACSB accreditation

Monday, 28 Jul
UCL School of Management has been awarded accreditation by AACSB International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) after a meticulous peer-reviewed process spanning several years.
Research

School of Management and Tohoku University launch DOTS research initiative

Wednesday, 23 Jul
A new collaborative research initiative from UCL School of Management and Tohoku University has launched to examine how humanitarian organisations develop, test and scale complex technological and strategic solutions in disaster situations.
In the Media

The problems with the holiday work party

Tuesday, 22 Jul
Workplace rituals such as holiday parties could be undermined by negative feelings of exclusion, inauthenticity and underappreciation among employees, suggests upcoming research by Professor Anthony Klotz.
Staff

Tecno's 25-year journey from consultancy to SustainTech pioneer

Monday, 21 Jul
UCL Centre for Sustainable Business Co-Director and Professor Paolo Taticchi has authored a new case study exploring the sustainability journey of Tecno Group – a Naples-born company – that, over 25 years, evolved from an energy tax recovery consultancy into a company operating at the intersection of sustainability and digital transformation.
Alumni

UCL MBA team lead entrepreneurship panel at School of Management

Monday, 21 Jul
Alison Brown and Elliotte Jacobs - UCL MBA alumna and student respectively - were invited to Level 50 of One Canada Square for a panel discussion moderated by Professor and UCL MBA Programme Director Harveen Chugh. The event was open to UCL MBA students and alumni, as well as visiting students from both Singapore Management University and the UCL MBA with Peking University.
Staff

Paolo Taticchi explores circular agriculture in new white paper

Friday, 18 Jul
UCL Centre for Sustainable Business Co-Director and Professor Paolo Taticchi’s most recent white paper explores how circular economy principles are being applied to agriculture in response to growing environmental, economic and social pressures. Titled Circular Economy in Agriculture: Stories from Italy, the publication examines how food production can move away from more wasteful models towards regenerative and resilient methods.

Research

Hard truths about scaling Generative AI

Thursday, 17 Jul
Generative AI (GenAI) – artificial intelligence that can produce content – promises many benefits for organisations. But rapid technological change, the urgent need for new processes and skills, plus new ethical and legal risks and challenges make the scaling of GenAI within businesses difficult and uncertain.
School

UCL School of Management welcomes 50 international students for IECG programme

Friday, 11 Jul
This summer, the School of Management welcomed 50 international students from partner institutions including, Copenhagen Business School , Singapore Management University, Ewha School of Business, Universidad Torcuato Di Tella, KU Leuven, HSUHK and Tsinghua University to spend two weeks participating in the Innovation Ecosystems for Grand Challenges (IEGC) programme.
Staff

Paolo Taticchi authors case study exploring PPP to address water scarcity

Friday, 11 Jul
UCL Centre for Sustainable Business Co-Director and Professor Paolo Taticchi, has recently authored a case study, examining how Veragon Technologies entered the Philippine market in 2024, to address water scarcity through its innovative Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG) technology. The company’s expansion was made possible by a groundbreaking public-private partnership (PPP) with the government of Camarines Sur. This collaboration provided Veragon with critical advantages: government-funded infrastructure, tax incentives, regulatory facilitation, and access to public institutions as early adopters. In return, the initiative fostered industrialisation, job creation, and improved water access in the region. The PPP structure - anchored in a shared vision for sustainable development - enabled Veragon to reduce financial risk while contributing to local economic growth, positioning Camarines Sur as a model for scalable, high-impact partnerships across Southeast Asia. In his case study, Paolo highlights the important role of PPPs for sustainable development.
School

2025 Business Builder programme concludes with record number of participants

Monday, 7 Jul
On Wednesday 04 June, the Business Builder programme – built and developed as a collaborative initiative between UCL School of Management and Fashion Business School, London College of Fashion – delivered its final session to this year’s cohort at UCL East in Stratford. Designed to support entrepreneurs and small businesses based in East London through expert teaching, the programme provides attendees with the knowledge, skills and tools to scale and grow their business.
Alumni

BSc Information Management for Business alum raises £600,000 for Snuze startup

Friday, 4 Jul
During their time at UCL, BSc Information Management for Business student (now alumnus) Jake Osorio and Bachelor of Laws alumnus Jake Ramus founded Snuze, a network of tech-enhanced sleep pods designed for on-demand naps and short stays. Now with several locations across London, the entrepreneurial duo recently announced a significant milestone for the company: £600,000 in pre-seed funding to develop and grow Snuze.
Research

Motorsport circuits race to be the most sustainable

Thursday, 3 Jul
The Sustainable Circuits Index (SCI), published by Professor Paolo Taticchi with Enovation Consulting, has found Circuit de Barcelona – Catalunya to be the world’s most sustainable motor racing circuit for the second year in a row.
Student

PhD student Sam Quinto receives prestigious research grant from NTR

Monday, 30 Jun
We are delighted to share that UCL School of Management PhD candidate Nelberto Nicholas "Sam" Quinto has recently received a prestigious $10,000 research grant from Negotiations and Team Resources (NTR), a non-profit organisation that supports innovative research and teaching in negotiation, dispute resolution, and teamwork.
Staff

Assistant Professor Rohin Borpujari named in 2 prestigious dissertation awards

Monday, 30 Jun
UCL School of Management is proud to share the news that UCL School of Management Assistant Professor Rohin Borpujari has been named as a finalist for the 2025 Grigor McClelland Doctoral Dissertation Award and the 2025 Academy of Management "Technology and Innovation Management" Best Dissertation Award.
Staff

Professor Martin Kilduff elected to the Academy of Management Fellows Group

Monday, 30 Jun
Earlier this month, UCL School of Management Deputy Director (Research), Professor and Head of Organisations and Innovation Martin Kilduff was elected to the Academy of Management (AoM) Fellows Group. The Group is dedicated to recognising and honouring members of the AoM who have made significant contributions to the science and practice of management, and we are proud to see Martin inducted into this esteemed community.
Staff

Lorenzo Todorow delivers masterclass for the Alliance for Financial Inclusion

Monday, 30 Jun
UCL School of Management Lecturer in Organisational Behaviour and Head of Executive Coaching for the UCL Global Dr MBA Lorenzo Todorow was recently invited to deliver a masterclass for the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI) as part of their newly launched Policy Conversation Series. The session, titled “Strategies for Motivation and Successful Goal Attainment,” was attended by over 60 financial regulators from 41 institutions across 33 countries. Dr Todorow’s masterclass explored evidence-based approaches to sustaining motivation, balancing competing goals, and navigating institutional complexity.
School

Executive Leadership coach Farley Thomas visits Canary Wharf to share expertise

Wednesday, 25 Jun
On Tuesday 24 June 2025, UCL School of Management welcomed conversationalist expert Farley Thomas to the Business Leaders Speaker Series, designed to bring together the UCL community, both past and present, to learn and gain advice from industry leaders.
School

Solora Limited wins the 2025 SustainTech Pitching Competition Best Pitch Award

Friday, 20 Jun
In partnership with Tecno International, UCL School of Management recently hosted the inaugural Pitch Day of the UCL SoM SustainTech Pitching Competition. Our finalists pitched their ground-breaking startup ideas to a panel of experts and competed for one of three prizes: Best Pitch, Best Idea, and Audience Choice Award.

We would like to congratulate Solora Limited for being awarded the Best Pitch Award, who have designed a mobile application that is designed to help visually impaired users access real-time public transportation information across the United Kingdom. We caught up with Alyssa, the COO of Solora Limited to find out more and how it felt to win the Best Pitch Award.
School

UCL School of Management hosts inaugural Volunteer Celebration Event

Friday, 20 Jun
On Thursday 05 June, the UCL School of Management hosted its first-ever Alumni Volunteer Celebration, bringing alumni and student leaders together to celebrate those who generously volunteer their time and expertise to support the School and enrich the student experience. Held during Volunteers’ Week, an annual campaign that recognises the vital role of volunteers, the event was filled with warmth, gratitude, and a strong sense of connection. Attendees came together to share their experiences and build relationships with fellow volunteers and staff from across the School of Management.
School

EcoNomad Solutions wins the 2025 SustainTech Audience Choice Award

Friday, 20 Jun
In partnership with Tecno International, UCL School of Management recently hosted the inaugural Pitch Day of the UCL SoM SustainTech Pitching Competition. Our finalists pitched their ground-breaking startup ideas to a panel of experts and competed for one of three prizes: Best Pitch, Best Idea, and Audience Choice Award.

We would like to congratulate EcoNomad Solutions for being awarded the Audience Choice Award. We caught up with Ilan Adler, the CEO of EcoNomad to find out more and how it felt to win the Audience Choice Award.
School

Wilson Wong & Angela Aristidou explore impact of AI on higher education

Friday, 20 Jun
On Tuesday 17 June, UCL School of Management hosted a thought-provoking guest lecture with Professor Wilson Wong, an Associate Professor at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, to discuss 'The Future of Learning or the Future of Dividing? Exploring the Impact of General Artificial Intelligence on Higher Education.' The lecture drew upon a joint research project with Professor Angela Aristidou, exploring how the rise of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) will reshape the future of higher education.
Staff

BSc Information Management for Business team visit Copenhagen Business School

Thursday, 19 Jun
On 12–13 May 2025, Maya Cara and Edyta Kostanek from UCL School of Management's BSc Information Management for Business (IMB) programme visited Copenhagen Business School (CBS) as part of a benchmarking project funded by the SoM Best Practice in Business Education grant scheme. The visit formed part of a wider effort to explore international best practices in business and digital education, with the aim of further enhancing the IMB programme. CBS was selected due to its global standing, interdisciplinary focus, and strong emphasis on digitalisation and innovation within management education.
School

UCL ranked in the global top 10 for 14th consecutive year in QS World Rankings

Thursday, 19 Jun
We are thrilled to share that UCL has ranked the 9th best university in the world in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, marking its 14th consecutive year in the global top 10. QS is the world’s most-consulted international ranking and uses a number of indicators to compile the rankings, including academic reputation, employer reputation, citations per faculty, faculty-to-student ratio, international faculty ratio and international student ratio.
School

2025 SustainTech Pitching Competition was a success with record numbers

Wednesday, 18 Jun
UCL School of Management recently hosted the third edition of its UCL SoM SustainTech Pitching Competition. In collaboration with SustainTech consulting company Tecno International, the annual competition supports pioneering UCL students, alumni, staff and researchers who are looking to champion a resilient and sustainable future.
Alumni

UCL School of Management holds second Alumni Reunion on Level 50

Friday, 13 Jun
On Saturday 31 May, UCL School of Management welcomed alumni from across our programmes back to Level 50 of One Canada Square for our annual Alumni Reunion. With a packed agenda, plenty of lively conversation and panoramic views of London, the day brought together friends old and new for a celebration of connection, community and lifelong learning.
School

UCL SoM and Howden Re Launch First KTP: £200K to Transform AI in Reinsurance

Thursday, 12 Jun
UCL School of Management Lecturer Dr. Deyu Ming and Professor Steve Yoo have secured a £200,000 Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Howden Re, the global reinsurance, capital markets and strategic advisory arm of Howden, the global insurance intermediary group, marking the school’s first-ever KTP project. Co-funded by Innovate UK and Howden Re, the collaboration will apply cutting-edge artificial intelligence to automate and innovate data processing in the (re)insurance sector, bridging the gap between academic research and commercial applications of AI.
School

DigitalHack 2025: UCL MBA leads the way in truth, trust & transparancy

Thursday, 12 Jun
Last week, the UCL MBA hosted its fourth annual Global DigitalHack event, bringing together a dynamic mix of industry professionals, experts, technologists, entrepreneurs and academic faculty from across industry sectors for a high-impact, fully virtual innovation experience. This year’s theme, “Futuring Better with Truth, Trust and Transparency,” invited participants to explore how organisations can build more ethical, inclusive, and resilient futures through strategic innovation and digital- and AI-led transformation.
Staff

Davide Ravasi speaks at Global Deans' Forum in Beijing

Monday, 9 Jun
Last month, UCL School of Management Director and Professor Davide Ravasi travelled to Beijing to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Peking University's Guanghua School of Management and the 5th anniversary of the School's Future Leaders programme. Davide joined a number of global academic leaders at the event, where he was also invited to speak as a panellist on the Global Deans' Forum.
School

UCL School of Management hosts inaugural Sustainability & Social Good Summit

Thursday, 5 Jun
On Thursday 29 May, UCL School of Management hosted the Sustainability and Social Good Summit: The Future of Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurship on Level 50 of One Canada Square. In collaboration with MSc Entrepreneurship student Tally Bevis and Assistant Professor Jen Rhymer, the event was sponsored by UCL Grand Challenges, a UCL initiative tackling complex global, national and local issues through interdisciplinary research and collaboration.
School

UCL School of Management hosts first-ever British edition of Common Home

Saturday, 31 May
On 21 May 2025, UCL School of Management welcomed Common Home, a global forum founded in 2022 by Assoholding and the Regenerative Marketing Institute for the first-ever British edition of the event. This year, the theme centred upon ‘Regenerating the Common Good’, and brought together more than 20 international speakers on Level 50 of One Canada Square to address challenges of sustainability, innovation and the pursuit of common good.
Staff

Anil Doshi hosts AI Plus Management Doctoral Consortium on Level 50

Friday, 30 May
On Tuesday 20 May, UCL School of Management Assistant Professor Anil Doshi welcomed more than 50 doctoral students to One Canada Square for the first-ever AI Plus Management Doctoral Consortium. Co-organised with University of Exeter Professor Oliver Hauser, University of Oxford Professor Pinar Ozcan, and University of Warwick Professor Hila Lifshitz, the event centred upon the implementation and integration of AI and the ways in which organisations can address key issues surrounding the use of artificial intelligence.
Student

MSc Entrepreneurship programme heads to Milan for annual Trek

Thursday, 29 May
In May 2025, students from UCL School of Management’s MSc Entrepreneurship programme, along with Programme Director Simon Hulme, headed to Milan for their annual Trek. Throughout their 5-day visit, students visited a number of internationally renowned organisations based in Italy, including The Walt Disney Company and Ferrari, whilst also developing their understanding of local Italian visits through site visits to LaCimbali and Ykone Milan.
Staff

New research reveals the hidden career risks of working with star performers

Wednesday, 28 May
UCL School of Management PhD alumnus Dr Lei Liu, together with Professor Martin Kilduff and Associate Professors Sunny Lee and Colin Fisher, has recently published a new research paper titled “Buffered by Reflected Glory? The Effects of Star Connections on Career Outcomes” at the Journal of Applied Psychology.
School

UCL School of Management hosts UCL Diversity Research Day 2025

Wednesday, 28 May
On Wednesday 21 May 2025, several members of the UCL School of Management faculty hosted the fourth annual UCL Diversity Research Day conference. Organised by Professors Clarissa Cortland and Felix Danbold, the event brought together a select group of management scholars from across the UK who are committed to advancing theoretical and empirical insights that not only deepen our understanding of workplace inequities, but also equip organisations to navigate this increasingly complex landscape.
School

Executive Education team host 22 senior managers from Leonardo

Tuesday, 27 May
The UCL School of Management Executive Education team recently welcomed 22 senior leaders from Italian firm Leonardo to Level 50 of One Canada Square for the Sustainable Transformation of Business programme in partnership with SDA Bocconi. Specialising in aerospace, defence and security, Leonardo is making significant efforts to transform its company operations and improve sustainability. In total, more than 200 senior managers from Leonardo will complete the Sustainable Transformation of Business programme at UCL School of Management.
Alumni

UCL School of Management alumni team holds events in Dubai, Singapore & New York

Friday, 23 May
It’s been a busy couple of months for the UCL School of Management alumni team, who have hosted a range of international events alongside our world-leading faculty members. Designed to bring together our global alumni community, events took place in iconic cities, Dubai and Singapore, as well as our first-ever event in New York City. Alumni from all levels of study and across all programmes attended the events.
Student

Deepanshi Bhardwaj named as a finalist in POMS Best Student Paper competition

Wednesday, 21 May
UCL School of Management PhD candidate Deepanshi Bhardwaj has been named as a finalist in the 2025 Production and Operations Management Society (POMS) Product Innovation & Technology Management (PITM) Best Student Paper competition.
Staff

Tom Taiyi Yan named in Poets&Quants Best 40-Under-40 MBA Professors 2025 list

Monday, 19 May
We are thrilled to share that UCL School of Management Assistant Professor Tom Taiyi Yan has been named one of the best 40-Under-40 MBA Professors in the world by Poets&Quants.
Staff

Angela Aristidou explores human benefits of AI usage at Mastercard Summit in DC

Monday, 19 May
We are delighted to share that UCL School of Management Assistant Professor Angela Aristidou was recently invited to speak at the Mastercard Foundation Summit for Global Inclusive Growth in Washington DC. Held annually, the event brings together innovative leaders and professionals with the aim of unlocking new approaches to existing challenges and utilising innovation as a means of organisational growth.
Student

UCL MBA celebrates graduating students during Immersion weekend in London

Wednesday, 14 May
Earlier this month, the UCL MBA programme celebrated the incredible success of its 13 graduating students at an in-person completion ceremony held at Senate House. Taking place during the programme’s bi-annual Immersion weekend, the event welcomed families, graduates, and current UCL MBA students to London to commemorate the occasion.
School

Sustainability Unscripted: Real Talks with Industry Game Changers

Thursday, 8 May
As a part of the event 'Sustainability Unscripted: Real Talks with Industry Game Changers' offered by the UCL Centre for Sustainable Business, UCL School of Management Professor Paolo Taticchi sat down with Digital Pioneer, Marco Camisani Calzolari to discuss "Human Values in the Age of AI: A Conversation on Ethics, Sustainability, and Cyberhumanism".
Student

32 UCL School of Management students travel to UAE for Global Engagement Week

Monday, 28 Apr
Earlier this week, 32 UCL School of Management students from a range of programmes returned to London following an incredible trip to the United Arab Emirates in recognition of Global Engagement Week. Organised by our Global Engagement team, the visit saw students develop a deeper understanding of the business landscape in the UAE in order to enhance their understanding of the benefits and challenges of working and operating within the country.
Alumni

2 UCL School of Management alumnae named in Forbes’ 30-Under-30 list

Monday, 28 Apr
We are extremely proud to announce that 2 UCL School of Management alumnae have been named in the 2025 Forbes Europe 30-Under-30 list. MSc Entrepreneurship alumna Kiki Wöhl has been named in the Social Impact category, while BSc Information Management for Business (IMB) alumna Dolapo Morgan has featured in the Finance category.
School

March Speaker Series explores AI and the economic evolution of China

Monday, 28 Apr
UCL School of Management officially launched its brand-new Speaker Series earlier this year. Inviting speakers from a range of industries and backgrounds to showcase their experiences and skillsets in a variety of formats, the Series welcomes authentic experiences, expertise and stories.
Staff

Does AI help or hinder student creativity? Anil Doshi explores in OECD panel

Sunday, 27 Apr
UCL School of Management Assistant Professor Anil Doshi recently took part in a panel discussion organised by the OECD exploring the impact of artificial intelligence on student creativity. Held on the run up to World Creativity & Innovation Day, the panel explored whether AI is helping students to apply subject knowledge, or if it merely encourages a superficial level of understanding.
Staff

Colin Fisher explores the inhibitors to effective managerial listening in HBR

Wednesday, 23 Apr
UCL School of Management Associate Professor Colin Fisher has written an article for Harvard Business Review exploring the significance of listening in the workplace. Co-authored alongside Jeffrey Yip, an Assistant Professor of Management at Simon Fraser University, the article specifically addresses the organisational need for managers to be effective listeners in order to improve employee performance at work and increase productivity.
School

11 UCL School of Management staff members nominated in 2025 UCL Education Awards

Wednesday, 16 Apr
UCL School of Management is proud to announce that 11 of our fantastic staff members have been nominated in the UCL Education Awards. Held annually, the awards recognise the staff who are making outstanding contributions to the learning experience and success of students, with the School’s 2025 nominees including a host of both academic and professional services staff.
School

MSc Marketing Science programme holds first-ever Advisory Board with experts

Monday, 14 Apr
UCL School of Management recently held its first-ever Advisory Board for the newly launched MSc in Marketing Science programme and welcomed a board of industry leaders and strategic thinkers to share their expertise. Developed with industry demand in mind, the MSc Marketing Science programme was designed by leading market scientists and regularly welcomes the input of senior professionals operating within the marketing landscape.
Staff

Ersin Korpeoglu & Ramazan Kizilyildirim named finalists in POMS competition

Monday, 14 Apr
UCL School of Management Associate Professor Ersin Korpeoglu and PhD student Ramazan Kizilyildirim have recently been named as finalists in the 2025 Production and Operations Management Society (POMS) College of Product Innovation and Technology Management (PITM) Best Student Paper Competition.
School

KPMG's Jack Walsh delivers cyber security talk to School of Management students

Friday, 11 Apr
Jack Walsh, Senior Penetration Tester and Assistant Manager at KPMG, recently joined students on the UCL School of Management’s Digital Strategy & Transformation module again this year at UCL's Bloomsbury campus to share his experience and expertise of how to protect organisations against cyber threats and attacks.
Student

PhD candidate Shivaang Sharma presents research to United Nations panel

Wednesday, 9 Apr
We are delighted to share that UCL School of Management PhD candidate Shivaang Sharma recently presented his research at the Humanitarian Networks Partnership Week (HNPW) hosted by the United Nations.
Student

UCL School of Management team finish in top three in Analytics for Society Award

Friday, 4 Apr
We are delighted to share that a team of students from both UCL and UCL School of Management finished in third place at the recent Analytics for Society Awards held in London. A joint initiative between students from Imperial College London Business School, Ghandi Centre for Inclusive Innovation and UCL School of Management, the event celebrated the contributions of data and analytics to the wider society.
School

Executive Education team partners with CFMT to deliver programme on AI

Friday, 4 Apr
Earlier this week, UCL School of Management partnered with Italian corporate training association CFMT to deliver a tailored Executive Education programme to 26 senior managers from a range of industries and organisations. Entitled ‘Leveraging AI for Strategic Growth and Sustainability’, the two-day programme was delivered on Level 50 of UCL School of Management’s home in One Canada Square.
School

UCLSoM invites three leading industry experts to Canary Wharf

Monday, 31 Mar
UCL School of Management officially launched its brand-new Speaker Series earlier this year. Inviting speakers from a range of industries and backgrounds to showcase their experiences and skillsets in a variety of formats, the Series welcomes authentic experiences, expertise and stories.
School

Management Science event welcomes panellists from Jaguar, Bank of England & IBM

Friday, 28 Mar
UCL School of Management’s careers team recently hosted an exclusive event for BSc/MSci Management Science students on UCL’s Bloomsbury Campus that welcomed a panel of experts from a range of industries to meet and share their insights with students. The event also saw the return of dozens of UCL School of Management alumni, who are now working at leading global firms, including Microsoft, Morgan Stanley and the Financial Times.
In the Media

Anthony Klotz weighs in on return to office mandates in Salon article

Friday, 28 Mar
UCL School of Management Associate Professor Anthony Klotz has recently featured in an opinion piece from Salon assessing the recent rollout of return to office mandates across a number of large companies. The article argues that hybrid and/or remote work structures are mutually beneficial for both employees and organisation and that enforcing strict office policies will ultimately impact shareholders in the long run.
Staff

Anil Doshi explores AI and creativity in TEDx Talk at Westminster School

Friday, 28 Mar
UCL School of Management Assistant Professor Anil Doshi recently hosted a TEDx Talk at Westminster School in London describing the ways in which students can adopt and incorporate artificial intelligence into their work without killing creativity. Posted only two weeks ago, the video has already gained more than 16,000 views on YouTube.
Student

School of Management students attend first UCL x Checkout.com Insight Session

Friday, 28 Mar
In February, 22 students from UCL School of Management's BSc Information Management for Business programme and 10 from our BSc/MSci Management Science programme attended the first-ever UCL x Checkout.com Exclusive Insight Session organised by Senior Employability Engagement Officers Oliver Peachey and Priya Chauhan. The Insight Session was hosted at Checkout.com's Global Headquarters near Old Street in London.
Student

Digital Strategy and Transformation Awards 2025

Wednesday, 26 Mar
We are delighted to announce the winners and runners-up of the 2025 Digital Strategy & Transformation Awards, led by UCL School of Management Associate Professor Dr Rikke Duus. This year, almost 200 students took part and formed 34 digital consultancy teams. Over the first five weeks of the term, these teams crafted innovative digital solutions for various business clients, utilising a range of digital and AI tools for their research, ideation, evaluation, and presentations.
School

MSc Entrepreneurship programme celebrates its annual Pitch Day on Level 50

Monday, 17 Mar
Earlier this month, the annual MSc Entrepreneurship Pitch Day took place on Level 50 of One Canada Square and showcased the incredible projects and startups that our students have been working on. Competing for a range of cash prizes which will then be invested into their businesses to accelerate growth, our students pitched their business ideas to a range of experts, angel investors and VC representatives.
School

Retail entrepreneur and former Dragon Theo Paphitis gives talk on Level 50

Friday, 14 Mar
Earlier this month, we were delighted to welcome Theo Paphitis, esteemed retail entrepreneur and former Dragon on BBC's Dragon's Den, to Level 50 of One Canada Square to deliver an insightful talk to postgraduate students. Organised by UCL School of Management Teaching Assistant Brian Andrews, the day allowed students to hear from and ask exclusive questions to an entrepreneurship giant.
Student

The IMB Design Sprint Consult for Good sees UCLSoM partner with Svitlo Education

Tuesday, 11 Mar
The annual BSc Information Management for Business programme's Design Sprint took on a new form this Spring Reading Week. Rebranded as the IMB Consult for Good Design Sprint and involving 80 dedicated students from all years of the programme working in collaboration with students from the UCL's Department of Information Studies, the event also saw UCL School of Management partnering with educational charity Svitlo Education. Students were tasked with devising SMART and innovative solutions to real-world challenges faced by Svitlo Education with their active input over a two-day period.
School

International Women's Day 2025: Accelerate Action

Thursday, 6 Mar
Celebrated annually on 08 March, International Women’s Day commemorates the economic, social, political and cultural achievements of women around the globe. This year, the theme of International Women’s Day is #AccelerateAction, which serves as a global call for solidarity in ensuring gender equality across the globe.A bold message, this year's theme focuses on a global call to action; one that acknowledges the strategies, resources and activities that positively impact women's advancement, and to accelerate their implementation. In recent years, backlash against gender parity has grown yet, as School Director Davide Ravasi notes below, UCL School of Management remains committed to advancing societal progress. The global International Women's Day campaign notes that, at our current rate, it will take five generations before the world can expect to see full gender equality.
In the Media

How can businesses retain good workers? ‘Promote them’ says Anthony Klotz in HBR

Friday, 28 Feb
UCL School of Management Associate Professor Anthony Klotz recently co-authored an article published in Harvard Business Review assessing the ways in which organisations can retain efficient and capable workers during prosperous labour times. For Anthony and co-authors Chase Thiel, Jay Hardy, Carter Gibson and Andrew Barsa, that answer is simple: promote them.
Staff

Anil Doshi named as 2024 winner of SRF's research grant in Strategy & Management

Friday, 28 Feb
We are delighted to share that UCL School of Management Assistant Professor Anil Doshi has been named as one of the Strategy Research Foundation’s 2024 grant winners. Anil will receive the funding as part of the Research in Strategy Management (RSM) Grant Programme, which will be used to support his research in strategy and entrepreneurship.
In the Media

Colin Fisher talks Meta & the impact of community notes in The Conversation UK

Wednesday, 26 Feb
UCL School of Management Associate Professor Colin Fisher recently wrote an article that was published by The Conversation UK discussing the changes in addressing online misinformation announced by Meta earlier this year. While the organisation previously utilised independent third-party factcheckers in an effort to monitor misinformation, Meta Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced in January that Facebook, Instagram and Threads will be relying on "community notes" in a similar style as Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter).
Staff

Angela Aristidou speaks at AI Action Summit in Paris

Wednesday, 26 Feb
Earlier this month, UCL School of Management Assistant Professor Angela Aristidou was invited to speak at the AI Action Summit at the Grand Palais in Paris. Held annually, this year's Summit saw the International Panel on the Information Environment (IPIE) launch its Scientific Panel on AI and Economic Inclusion, with Angela joining a panel of AI experts to mark the occasion.
School

UCL School of Management hosts inaugural She Shapes AI event on Level 50

Friday, 21 Feb
On Tuesday 18 February, UCL School of Management hosted the inaugural She Shapes AI event and awards ceremony on Level 50 of One Canada Square. She Shapes AI identifies, celebrates and supports female trailblazers around the world in using and developing AI that responsibly contributes to society. On the day, 100 women gathered from around the world to shine a spotlight on inspiring entrepreneurs whose efforts are shaping the use of artificial intelligence to deliver real-world impact. UCL School of Management Assistant Professor Angela Aristidou (pictured right) then opened the evening awards ceremony and convened a workshop on artificial intelligence and governance.
School

Accelerating AI-led innovation at Reach Plc

Monday, 10 Feb
Earlier this month, Lewis James, Senior Data Scientist at Reach plc, joined students on the UCL School of Management’s Digital Strategy & Transformation module to share his deep insights and expertise into AI-led innovation within the fiercely competitive media and publishing industry. The Digital Strategy & Transformation module, led by Dr Rikke Duus, explores how organisations across industry sectors can adapt, evolve and transform to respond to ever-changing market dynamics, customer demands, technology innovation, and economic conditions.
Alumni

Startup born out of UCL School of Management receives prestigious UCL award

Monday, 10 Feb
Earlier this month, UCL Innovation and Enterprise hosted the Creating Impact Through Knowledge Exchange Awards and we are delighted to share that eNOugh, an innovative tech start-up born out of UCL School of Management, has received the Most Impactful Start-up Award.
Staff

Bart Vanneste and Emil Mirzayev publish research paper on AI agents in SSRN

Monday, 10 Feb
UCL School of Management Associate Professor Bart Vanneste has recently co-authored a research paper which has been published in SSRN alongside Research Fellow Emil Mirzayev and Marco Testini from the University of Miami's Herbert Business School. Entitled 'Artificial Agents and the Evaluation of M&As', the paper explores the impact of generative artificial intelligence on mergers and acquisitions (M&As) and their ability to differentiate between value-creating and value-destroying M&As.
In the Media

UCLSoM partners with Basque Culinary Center to host On the Road Competition

Friday, 7 Feb
For the second consecutive year, UCL School of Management and Basque Culinary Center partnered to host the On The Road food-tech pitch competition in Canary Wharf. The event brought together food-tech entrepreneurs, industry specialists, and innovative start-ups, fostering a collaborative community dedicated to advancing food technology and sustainability.
School

UCLSoM officially launches three brand new speaker series

Friday, 7 Feb
UCL School of Management officially launched its brand-new Speaker Series earlier this month. Inviting speakers from a range of industries and backgrounds to showcase their experiences and skillsets in a variety of formats, the Series welcomes authentic experiences, expertise and stories.
Student

The IMB University Challenge: A Night of Knowledge and Networking

Tuesday, 4 Feb
UCL School of Management was thrilled to host the very first IMB University Challenge on Level 50 on Wednesday 22 January. Teams of current students and alumni from our BSc Information Management for Business programme went head to head in a series of fast-paced question rounds to win the coveted trophy.
Staff

Are employees either good citizens or bad apples? Anthony Klotz explores

Friday, 31 Jan
UCL School of Management Associate Professor Anthony Klotz has recently featured in a publication from the Academy of Management to share his insights on the widely accepted dichotomy amongst managers that workplace employees can either be categorised as 'good soldiers' or 'bad apples'. An expert in workplace behaviour, Anthony's research often explores how and why employees balance their good and bad deeds at work.
School

UCL CSB named in the Financial Times Responsible Business Education awards

Friday, 31 Jan
UCL School of Management is proud to share that the Centre for Sustainable Business has been named in this year's Financial Times Responsible Business Education awards in the 'Academic Research with Impact' category. Published annually, the FT awards shine a spotlight on educational projects that create real-world impact and delivers tangible societal contributions.
Staff

UCL School of Management Professor Paolo Taticchi named in Thinkers50 Radar list

Monday, 27 Jan
UCL School of Management is proud to announce that Professor Paolo Taticchi, an esteemed Professor of Strategy and Sustainability and the Co-Director of the UCL Centre for Sustainable Business, has been selected for the highly coveted 2025 Thinkers50 Radar List. This recognition, published in collaboration with the Association for Talent Development, is a global accolade celebrating the world’s leading minds in business thought leadership.
Staff

Scenario Week sees Management Science students collaborate with DHL design team

Monday, 27 Jan
Earlier this month, second-year Management Science students took part in Scenario Week on Level 50 of One Canada Square as part of the programme's 'Design' module. Led by UCL School of Management Lecturer Lorenzo Todorow, this​ week-long event saw students working in close collaboration with DHL - the world's largest contract logistics specialist - to provide innovative solutions to their specific business challenges. A key part of the BSc/MSci Management Science programme, Scenario Weeks occur throughout the year and require students to work in teams to address complex interdisciplinary management problems.
Alumni

An update from UCL School of Management's Alumni Advisory Council

Friday, 17 Jan
Sonal Gupta Dhingra, Acting Chair of the Alumni Advisory Council, shares exciting updates on what we can expect to see from the AAC in 2025.
In the Media

Honorary Associate Professor Chia-Jung Tsay's research cited in New York Times

Friday, 10 Jan
UCL School of Management Honorary Associate Professor Chia-Jung Tsay has recently featured in an article published by The New York Times in recognition of her research surrounding natural ability versus hard work. The article, entitled 'No, You Don't Get an A For Effort' addresses the seemingly recent emergence of discussions centred upon whether effort and hard work should trump - or at least match - contributions from formal assessment.
Alumni

Management Science alumnus Charlie Mart talks career at Huzzle & advice to grads

Monday, 6 Jan
Since graduating from UCL School of Management's Management Science programme in 2023, Charlie has launched his career at Huzzle, a start-up co-founded by fellow UCL School of Management graduate Parham Rakhshanfar. We recently caught up with Charlie - currently Huzzle's Chief of Staff - to find out more about his role at the company, as well as his experiences of the programme and the graduate job market. Understanding the difficulties facing current students and recent graduates, he also shares his advice and reassurance to students, as well as his accomplishments at Huzzle so far.