This session will show how to model a business system using Excel, to better understand supply and demand uncertainty, and make better evidence-based decisions.

In this session, we will look at the history of the trade wars between China and the US, and analyse the positive and negative effects this has from different perspectives. Taking the roles of China, the US and other countries, we will debate whether we should try and end the trade war from the view of Economics.

This session will introduce you to the popular field of economic research, Behavioural Economics. We will examine why sometimes people make unwise decisions and how behavioural economics could help us understand such behaviour and nudge people towards better decision-making.

In this session, we analyse Netflix, Disney+ and other tech giants currently at critical junctures. We examine the forces acting on them now and in the future. We identify tools to help analyse, then devise and critically assess strategic options available. As consultants, what would you recommend and why?

In a rapidly changing world, the roles of work and entrepreneurship are metamorphising, perhaps more than ever before: AI, VR, AR, and the metaverse are transforming the way we work and do business. However, this is just the start. What exciting developments does the future hold for us?

This session aims to help you understand what 'entrepreneurship' means by exploring what value is and how it can be created/adapted. It is a practical session that will test your creativity and pitching skills.

Can fast fashion and sustainability coexist? Many are addicted to the allure of fast fashion. However, this overconsumption of fashion apparel creates significant problems for society and the environment. This session focuses on how fast fashion companies can move away from 'selling more' yet remain stylish and profitable. Sounds like reconciling the impossible? The session will introduce you to innovative business models and marketing approaches that do not rely on sales.

This session looks into how we build narratives around technologies and our futures, from utopian narratives where technologies become the solution to all of humanity's problems to dystopian narratives where robots rise to rule over us. This session discusses the latest developments in technologies and futures thinking and the role we - humans - play in shaping a better future for us, our planet, and the other animals that live on it.

We often hear that organisations with strong cultures are happier, healthier places to work, and more successful. But what exactly is an organisation’s ‘culture'? In this session, we’ll look at the case study of Innocent Smoothies. We’ll examine whether the ‘positive’ and ‘soft’ claims about their organisational culture are genuine or if they mask darker and more controlling management practices.

This session invites you to engage in exercises based on real-life practical scenarios that managers face every day, such as interviewing prospective employees, dealing with disputes and negotiating change in their organisations.

What does it take to innovate? Does it take a genius, or does it need more? Using the case of the 'ubiquitous' iPhone, this session reflects on the roles played by businesses and the State in innovation in the economy.

This is a sample of our Organisation, Work and Technology sessions. We offer a range of other sessions. Please contact us for the full list.

Our Entrepreneurs in Residence (EiRs) are experienced entrepreneurs who mentor students by sharing practical insights and guidance. Our Leaders in Residence (LiRs) are professionals from diverse leadership roles who provide students with an inside view of leadership challenges and opportunities. Both these groups can deliver engaging lectures, panel discussions or keynote-style talks on a wide range of topics, from entrepreneurship and leadership to branding, innovation and more. We can cater to different themes to fit your school's needs.

Gain a broad understanding of key financial concepts, enabling you to make informed and effective decisions with your resources. This session focuses on developing foundational knowledge and practical skills that are valuable in everyday life and in the workplace while supporting you in growing a range of employability skills.

From TikToks you scroll to the ads you pass on the street, marketing is everywhere, shaping what we buy, who we follow, and how we see the world. But behind every viral campaign and iconic brand is a team of creative thinkers, strategists, designers, analysts and storytellers. Curious about how it all works and how you could be a part of it? Join us for this eye-opening webinar where we'll explore the exciting and diverse careers in marketing and how you can start building your own personal brand and pathway into the industry.

Economics is more than numbers—it’s a pathway to a world of possibilities. Join this webinar to discover how an economics degree can lead to varied and meaningful careers, and how your passions and strengths can connect to real opportunities after university.

Ex-Investment Banker and Financial Careers Coach Paul McCormick talks about different degree subjects you can choose. You will learn about the wide range of exciting graduate career opportunities in the fields of financial services and financial markets. These include opportunities in investment banking, asset management, and so much more. While Paul may use examples from Lancaster University, his guidance is applicable regardless of where you choose to study.

Hear about the different routes into business degrees, with the added perspective of a student ambassador sharing their own university journey.

Get a feel for what campus life is like. Explore different degree options, attend subject talks, have a campus tour and talk to our current students about their experience.

Develop your confidence for interviews and different interview styles, learn how placements work, and explore technologies such as AI and how it will affect the interview process.