On the March 28th, IÉSEG will host an online event for companies on the topic of understanding neurodiversity. The issue of neurodivergence is becoming increasingly important. Studies show that a high level of neurodiversity within a team tends to accelerate innovation and creativity, can strengthen team cohesion and even increase productivity, but only if it … Webinar: Understanding neurodiversity
Governments worldwide are striving for sustainable development while grappling with the environmental consequences of rapid economic growth. China, like many other countries, has implemented various measures to curb environmental pollution. Among these, environmental credit constraints (ECCs) have emerged as one of the tools to influence firms’ behavior regarding pollution reduction. Research by experts from IÉSEG, Nanjing University of Finance & Economics, Nanjing Normal University and Anhui University of Finance and Economic, has analyzed their implementation in China to look at their impact on reducing pollution.
The way we decide to save or invest our money (savings) can have a huge impact on our individual carbon footprint. In the latest edition of Changemaker Stories, Professor Dilyara SALAKHOVA speaks about the crucial intersection of personal finance and climate change and environmental sustainability. A professor of green finance, she unravels how our everyday … Investing your personal savings to finance a sustainable world
International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender equality. To mark the day, here is a selection of articles published on IÉSEG Insights (and the Conversation France) based on research and/or analysis of … International Women’s Day: a selection of research and analyses on IÉSEG Insights
Approximately, 15-20% of the world’s population is on the neurodiversity spectrum, which includes a variety of cognitive diagnosis such as dyslexia, autism, ADHD, down syndrome and dyspraxia. Research shows that neurodiverse employees have exceptional skills in pattern recognition, memory, as well as mathematics, which can all be highly beneficial for companies. In general, companies that … How companies can hire and support neurodiverse employees
The issue of refugee integration has gained prominence in Europe over the past decade. Refugees are individuals who have fled their home country seeking protection and security in another nation, with no possibility of returning. These individuals often endure the traumatic experience of losing everything and find themselves in a country they did not choose. … Fostering integration of refugees into the job market through skills recognition
In this video, Professor Susana ESPER speaks about research exploring how conflicts between governments affect the capacity of companies to engage with their stakeholders. Companies do not operate in political vacuums. So, how do they build positive relations with their stakeholders – including customers or investors – when conflicts erupt between countries surrounding their operations? … How can companies engage with stakeholders during political conflicts?
On the 8th March, the School will organize an online panel discussion where the following speakers will share their perspectives on developing successful careers. Sara REINERT RIBAS – Advertising Solutions Architect, Google US Mayara BACCAN – Head of Digital Organizational Capability and Transformation – Sanofi France. The panel will be moderated by IÉSEG’s Roberto ABRAMOVICH, Academic … Conference (online): highlighting women’s successes on International Women’s Day
The current crisis in the agricultural sector and the recent inflation weighing on household purchasing power, particularly for food products, need to be placed in a long-term historical perspective to better understand a more complex reality: the way in which productivity gains in agriculture are distributed among the various stakeholders. Annual gains in overall productivity … Distribution of agricultural productivity gains in France since 1959: producers have been the main losers
According to a McKinsey report published in December 2023 the business case for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has become even stronger. However, many organizations still struggle to reach diversity goals. Members of minority groups continue to report they are not treated fairly during recruitment and that their ethnic background may limit opportunities. These individuals can face a sense of discomfort resulting from the likelihood of being evaluated based on a negative stereotype (or fear of potential discrimination) and ultimately may decide to withdraw from the recruitment process.