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In order to get more insight on the current labor shortage, WalletHub turned to a panel of experts, including Oded Shenkar, the Ford Motor Company Chair in Global Business Management and Professor of Management and Human Resources at Fisher.

As workers avoid daily commutes, their cars have been replaced by trucks, whose numbers have risen thanks to the pandemic shift to digital commerce. This demand has caused more warehouses and distribution centers to begin to pop up around more urban centers, says, Terry Esper, an associate professor of logistics at Fisher.

Get a glimpse inside the MBA community and admissions at Fisher College of Business as shared by seven new members of the Full-Time MBA program.

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Check out the sights of Fisher’s second annual Alumni of Color Network Weekend, a two-day gathering that celebrated the community of Black, Hispanic, Latinx and Asian Pacific Islander Desi American alumni from Fisher.

Retailers' excess inventory, coupled with budgets squeezed by inflation, could mean early and steep sales as retailers try to offload excessive inventory this holiday season, says Terry Esper, associate professor of logistics at Fisher.

Research by Tim Judge, the Joseph A. Alutto Chair in Leadership Effectiveness, sheds light on the dynamics behind ambition in the workplace, why many are renouncing it, and what they're embracing instead.

Foundations are shifting billions into donor-advised funds, skirting U.S. laws requiring transfers to the needy. Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting, says the staggering amount of money that is being shielded is likely being underreported.

Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs and Students Andrea Prud'homme discusses how Fisher is attracting more young people to careers in transportation as part of  Transport Topics Radio's weekly news roundtable on SiriusXM channel 146.

A panel of finance leaders kicked off the Columbus Smart Business Dealmakers Conference with an evaluation of the current Columbus deal market, including the key role of Fisher College of Business.

As grocers and retailers shift their focus to automated fulfillment operations inside stores, Associate Professor of Logistics Terry Esper says pandemic-driven distribution strategies are changing. The rise of more "buy-online, pick-up-in-store" approaches are evidence of this shift.

See how supply chain expert John Gray is making time for public service as part of the White House’s Office of Science and Technology Policy.

Itzhak Ben-David, the Neil Klatskin Chair in Finance and Real Estate, shares finance insights into the Fed's latest moves to curb inflation.

Terry Esper, associate professor of logistics, details the importance of technology skill sets as leading companies, such as Ford, focus on a shift to the development of electric vehicles.

Meet Jasmine Mathis, a fourth-year business student whose dreams of an education at Fisher and a life dedicated to making a difference beyond campus were made possible by the generosity of others.

The founder of outdoor gear company Patagonia says the company is transferring all of its voting shares into a trust (Holdfast Collective) dedicated to fighting the environmental crisis and defending nature. Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting, said the new Patagonia structure is similar to the one created by Paul Newman. The profits from the business go into the Newman's Own Foundation, which donates to nonprofits supporting children facing adversity. The difference, though, is Holdfast Collective's designation as a 501(c)4 corporation, which allows it to lobby politicians — a public benefit charity like Newman's Own Foundation is not allowed to do.

Meet Adina Allen and learn how her non-business background is a natural fit and complements her Full-Time MBA experience at Fisher.

For Alyssa Bonneau, one of Poets&Quants' MBA To Watch for 2022, core business subjects like accounting, finance, and operations didn't seem that interesting until she arrived at Fisher. "My professors did a fantastic job of connecting the material to real-world scenarios, and now I am a much more confident in my ability to make sense of the business (and non-business) world."

Because 48 hours just doesn’t feel like enough, we asked experts how to make the most of your precious time away from work. Tracy Dumas, associate professor of management and human resources, says engaging in activities that utilize skills that aren't used during the course of a work week can help make a weekend last longer. 

Two-plus years of pandemic-related disruption has created a society with elevated mental health challenges paired with greater awareness of those challenges. One positive outgrowth is that more employers are recognizing the need and doing more to address employees’ mental wellness. That calls for certain skills in those who manage people says Larry Inks, a clinical associate professor of management and human resources. 

The Ohio State University has selected its inaugural cohort for the Provost’s Early Career Scholars Program, a new initiative designed to attract and develop the highest caliber early-career faculty.

A shorter supply chain means less room for error and uncertainty. But that security comes with a higher price tag, says Professor of Operations John Gray. 

The economy keeps delivering both good and bad news as inflation moderates and jobs grow, but there's a fear of a recession looming. Matt Sheridan, senior lecturer in finance, compares the current warning signs to what he saw ahead of the 2008 financial crisis, as well as ways in which consu

Meet the newest researchers, thought leaders and practitioners whose insights and expertise are shaping the future of business education at Fisher College of Business.

Tulsa has long relied on oil and gas to fuel its economy. Thanks to support from private foundations, it's created a tech and entertainment ecosystem that turned out to be a perfect fit for the era of remote work. Brian Mittendorf, the Fisher Designated Professor in Accounting, says a challenge often faced by ambitious foundations — creating impact at scale — doesn't seem to be hindering progress in Tulsa and in other communities in which foundations are active.