Ideas with Impact
UNB Faculty of Management

Crafting solutions for leaders’ well-being and effectiveness

Faculty of Management

Posted: January 18, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST

Category: Research



Photo: Dr. Patrick Bruning and Dr. Hsin-Chen Lin have published a study that highlights the leadership strain-management process and provides leaders with a roadmap to navigate challenges and thrive amidst these roles. In the ever-evolving landscape of business and organizational management, the spotlight on leadership has intensified. The success or failure of ventures is often pinned on the capabilities of those at the helm. As the demands on leaders continue to soar, the need to manage...

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Academic research bridges the gap between digital innovation and healthcare

Faculty of Management

Posted: January 16, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST

Category: Research



Photo: Dr. Sampath Bemgal’s research focuses on digital transformation occurring in organizations. Recently his expertise has had practical impacts on healthcare services. University professors devote a large portion of their career to research that often has tangible impacts on our daily lives. At the University of New Brunswick (UNB), Dr. Sampath Bemgal, an Management of Information Systems professor in the faculty of management exemplifies the practical implications of academic...

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Shedding light on the global puzzle of international equity mutual funds

Faculty of Management

Posted: January 16, 2024 12:00:00 AM AST

Category: Research



Photo: A recent study by Dr. Michael Densmore sheds light on the role of subadvisors in managing international equity mutual funds. Investing in a diverse group of assets has long been regarded as a strategic approach to mitigate risk in investment portfolios. However, another important facet of risk management involves venturing beyond domestic borders into international markets. In fact, a significant proportion of US investors have flocked to international markets, often through the...

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A Game Theory Approach to Maximizing Profits and Minimizing Risks

Faculty of Management

Posted: November 16, 2023 12:00:00 AM AST

Category: Alumni , Research , Faculty



On the trading floor, the process of executing buy or sell orders is a crucial part of the financial world. Whether it's done manually or electronically, it's not always an immediate transaction. Even minor delays can impact the cost of the stocks you're buying or selling, especially when dealing with substantial orders. This is where the research of UNB business professor Dr. Donglei Du comes into play. In his recent research paper, published in the Annals of Operations Research (2022), Dr....

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Management Professor's Global Impact on Business Strategy Education

Faculty of Management

Posted: November 16, 2023 12:00:00 AM AST

Category: Faculty , Research , Alumni



The role of educators often transcends the classroom and reaches across borders. Two case studies published by Harvard Business school and written by Dr. Lucas Wang, a business professor at the University of New Brunswick's faculty of management, are bestsellers in business schools around the world. In last year alone, 100 universities spanning 35 different countries and regions have used these cases to teach strategic management and global strategy. These include schools like the University...

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