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A game theory approach to ballot box decisions
Faculty of Management
Posted: September 12, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research
As federal elections approach in both Canada and the US, undecided voters are carefully assessing the strengths and weaknesses of the party leaders on offer. A recent study by UNB business professor Dr. H. A. Eiselt introduces a new approach to evaluate party candidates by applying game theory. Traditionally, researchers have analyzed where candidates stand on the political spectrum, while...
Read the full postThe benefits of forming joint ventures with socially responsible businesses
Faculty of Management
Posted: September 5, 2024 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research
Companies looking to pursue ambitious opportunities often form joint ventures to pool expertise, resources, and share risks. While joint ventures are attractive, they can frequently end poorly for various reasons. However, a recent study by Dr. Lucas Wang, a business professor at the University of New Brunswick’s faculty of management, suggests that the corporate social responsibility...
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