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• Effectively changing in a changing time: lessons from Adam Kahane and Paul de Ruijter

  Type: Education

  Publication date: 4/22/2025

  System change is a marathon. Adam Kahane's book makes clear: there is no quick fix. It is about daily perseverance, collaborating with people who think differently, experimenting, learning, and above all: endurance.

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• ESG policy in transition: the growing role of due diligence and data in sustainable investing

  Type: Research

  Publication date: 4/16/2025

  On April 3, 2025, legal experts, policymakers, and institutional investors gathered to explore the evolving ESG landscape within the financial sector. The importance of ESG due diligence in all forms of investment decisions was emphasized.

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• Innovation stalls when you cling to the familiar

  Type: Opinion

  Publication date: 4/15/2025

  Humans Are Naturally Risk-Averse. That’s why we often choose the safe and familiar—even when better alternatives exist. But how do you break through this status quo bias?

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• Nyenrode Students Mastered International Business Etiquette

  Type: Community

  Publication date: 4/1/2025

  On March 25th, JCV and the International Office hosted a Masterclass on International Business Etiquette at IGC Amsterdam. Led by Jan Jaap van Weering, Nyenrode students learned about business manners, dress codes, and cross-cultural skills. The event concluded with a networking dinner, fostering professional and social growth.

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• Leadership in Times of Disruption

  Type: Community

  Publication date: 3/19/2025

  Rapid technological advancements, AI, and changing regulations are reshaping the market at an unprecedented pace. This calls for a new approach to leadership. We spoke with Kitty Koelemeijer from Nyenrode Business University about navigating these disruptive times. "You need to be open-minded, and that takes courage."

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• 5 Tips to organize your tech, data, and AI capabilities more efficiently

  Type: Education

  Publication date: 3/17/2025

  The digitalization of society means that your organization will increasingly need to learn how to use and organize technology, data, and AI.

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• "People Want to Change, But Not Be Changed"

  Type: Education

  Publication date: 3/12/2025

  Showing sincere interest in others is a crucial success factor in change management, says Erik Maier, lecturer at Nyenrode Business University. "Taking the time to listen to someone's story ultimately helps you achieve more."

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• Formar chairman of Nyenrode Foundation Board André Olijslager passed away

  Type: About Nyenrode

  Publication date: 3/4/2025

  On February 24, former chairman of the Nyenrode Foundation Board André Olijslager passed away. Besides being a member of the Foundation Board, André was also an alumnus, guest speaker and a welcome guest at meetings.

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• Royal Honor for Prof. Dr. Paul Hilbers

  Type: About Nyenrode

  Publication date: 2/14/2025

  King Willem-Alexander has appointed Prof. Dr. Paul Hilbers as Commander in the Order of Orange-Nassau.

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• Bretton Woods 2.0: the role of the IMF and the World Bank in a changing world

  Type: About Nyenrode

  Publication date: 2/14/2025

  The international relations in the world are shifting, which also has consequences for the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank. In a world dealing with the consequences of climate change and an increasingly fragmenting global economy, these institutions have an important role to play. This is the message of Professor Emeritus Paul Hilbers in his emeritus speech on February 14.

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• Social value top 25 Dutch companies: Minus 30 percent

  Type: Research

  Publication date: 2/7/2025

  The 23 largest AEX–listed companies in the Netherlands collectively cost society more than they yield. The total financial value of these companies is offset by a negative social and ecological balance of minus 30 percent. Two out of three AEX companies do make a positive contribution. The negative total balance is mainly caused by a small number of companies, including steel producer ArcelorMittal and Shell. Heineken also scores ‘red’, and Unilever is also remarkably low. Philips, on the other hand, is doing very well and is in first place in the ranking.

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• Impact Case: "Research Valorization through Open-Source Software"

  Type: Research

  Publication date: 1/29/2025

  The goal that the researchers of the Statistical Auditing Group at Nyenrode Business University have set is to make the work of auditors easier and more efficient. Thanks to the development of advanced statistical methods and their integration into open-source software, they are paving the way for more transparency in auditing and greater accessibility of statistical methods.

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• The Covey Challenge: what drives you?

  Type: Education

  Publication date: 1/21/2025

  What are your natural behaviors and thoughts—essentially, your patterns? A fun and effective way to uncover this is through the Covey Challenge. Participants engage in a variety of playful and active tasks in competitive team settings. By making decisions, managing time pressure, and finding your place within the group, you gain insights into your (often unconscious) patterns.

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• Innovation as a driver of sustainable progress

  Type: Research

  Publication date: 1/20/2025

  Innovation should not only drive economic growth but also support sustainability and inclusivity. This is the key message from Professor Erik Brouwer during his inaugural lecture on January 17. “The future of broad-based prosperity depends on our willingness to collaborate and embrace innovation as a catalyst for change.”

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• Micky Adriaansens appointed Chair of Nyenrode Business University

  Type: About Nyenrode

  Publication date: 1/16/2025

  Effective February 1, 2025, Micky Adriaansens will be appointed as the new Chair of Nyenrode Business University. Adriaansens served as Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate from 2022 to 2024 in the Rutte IV cabinet. She has also been a member of the Senate and the managing director of the consultancy firm Twynstra Gudde.

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• "Adam Smith shows how ethics and economics go hand in hand"

  Type: Opinion

  Publication date: 12/12/2024

  “We’ve come out of a time when companies were expected to focus solely on profits. But in his writings, Smith actually rejected the ‘greed is good’ mindset of neoliberalism.”

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• Driving sustainable change: Key insights by Prof. Dr. Ir. André Nijhof and Dr. Nicolas Chevrollier

  Type: Community

  Publication date: 11/27/2024

  As we face the challenges of climate change, social inequality, and resource scarcity, the need for sustainability transitions has never been more critical. The elective Sustainability and Systemic Change of the Modular MBA offers a transformative learning experience for those committed to contribute to these transitions. By focusing on systemic approaches and personal reflection, participants are empowered to identify and capitalize on opportunities for sustainable value creation.

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• How to create a future-proof strategy in a rapidly changing digital world

  Type: Education

  Publication date: 11/26/2024

  For businesses, organizations, and governments, responding to the opportunities and challenges of digital advancements is crucial. But how do you ensure a strategy that stands the test of time? Wolter Lemstra, lead faculty member for Digital Strategy and Transformation at Nyenrode Business University, offers five practical tips.

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