Fake news can damage consumer perceptions of a company, even when they know the information is false, according to new research by emlyon Business School, King’s Business School, HEC Lausanne and SRI Management Consulting.Researchers found that while fake news doesn’t directly alter personal perceptions, it changes how people think others view a company’s reputation. This subconscious shift can still harm the organisation’s standing.The study was conducted by Marta Pizzetti, Associate Professor of Marketing at emlyon Business School, alongside Patrick Haack (HEC Lausanne), Michael Etter (King’s Business School), and Simone Mariconda (SRI Management Consulting). They explored how fake news impacts corporate…
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Over half of divorced women recover financially, finds new research by university of Cologne.The study, conducted by ISS researchers Thomas Leopold and Matthijs Kalmijn, analysed data from more 3000 divorces to see the financial impact.They found that whilst woman women face significant losses immediately after a divorce, a large majority recover over time.Within the first three years after, over half the women returned to or exceeded their previous household income.The researchers say they achieved this through both the “traditional” route – forming a new partnership – and the “modern” route – increasing labour force participation and professional qualifications.The study also…
Hult International Business School is thrilled to unveil its highly anticipated Hult Sports MBA, created in partnership with Barça Innovation Hub, FC Barcelona’s world-renowned innovation engine. This transformative online degree is tailored for professionals looking to make their mark in the global sports industry, combining cutting-edge insights, expert-led instruction, and the ultimate flexibility of Hult’s top-ranked Global Online MBA. Launching in September 2025, the program is now accepting applications for its inaugural cohort at https://www.hult.edu/mba/sports-mba/. A defining feature of the Hult Sports MBA is the opportunity to immerse learners in the dynamic world of sports management through a blend of…