News Articles
Mar 03
Solving the hidden cost of constant connectivity at work
Modern workplaces thrive on collaboration, but that collaboration comes at a hidden cost: relational overload. As teams become increasingly interconnected, employees aren’t just juggling tasks – they’re juggling people.
Feb 27
The Quantum Race: Businesses gear up for a revolution
Quantum computing, a technology once confined to theoretical physics, is rapidly emerging as a potential game-changer for businesses across industries. But what exactly is quantum computing, and how close are we to seeing its practical applications?
Feb 26
From Classroom to C-Suite: How Gies College of Business empowers women in finance
Through its innovation programs, purpose-driven curriculum, and abundance of networking opportunities, Gies Business is helping women find their place in the world of finance.
Feb 24
Hoeft T&M Program cultivating interdisciplinary problem-solvers
The Hoeft T&M Program empowers graduates from Gies Business and Grainger Engineering to excel in multi-functional roles, such as project or product managers. It equips them to speak the language of their counterparts in engineering or business, a highly sought-after skill.
Feb 20
Wolters' dynamic teaching approach wins national acclaim
Gies marketing professor Mark Wolters has earned multiple national and campus teaching awards. This past year, he won the Distinguished Teacher Award from The Society for Marketing Advances and the Student Success Impact Award from the University of Illinois.
Feb 19
STUDY: Retail app outage has surprising impact on in-store shopping and customer behavior
Gies Professor Unnati Narang studied an app outage, which cost the retailer $1.08 million in lost revenue and additional potential losses. She found the mobile outage actually decreased in-store shopping, highlighting the importance of mobile apps for product search in the retail experience.
Feb 17
Advance your career opportunities in nine months with Gies master's in management (MSM)
The on-campus Master of Science in Management (MSM) program at the University of Illinois’ Gies College of Business is a dynamic nine-month pathway for students to learn in-demand business skills that complement their undergraduate studies.
Feb 11
PODCAST: Professor Oscar Ybarra on workplace wellness, psychology in business
Oscar Ybarra is passionate about finding the answers to questions that impact our daily lives, and he has co-authored a new study on workplace well-being
Feb 10
Study reveals online donations drop when government signals support
Many nonprofits are turning to online crowdfunding platforms to appeal to potential donors; however, a recent study has shown that when government funding becomes available, giving levels often drop.