The World in 2020 and the Implications for Business Schools
Brief Summary
The episode covers global aging, emerging markets, and the future of business education.
Key points
- The Aging Workforce. The aging workforce is a significant trend that will impact pensions and retirement.
- Shifting Economic Power. Economic and financial power is decisively shifting toward Asia, particularly China.
- Business Schools and Technology. Business schools must embrace technology to avoid stagnation and remain relevant.
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Episode highlights
- The Aging WorkforceThe aging workforce is a significant trend that will impact pensions and retirement.“The biggest challenge for pensions over the next decade will be to collect enough assets.”1:35Oct 8, 2010
- Shifting Economic PowerEconomic and financial power is decisively shifting toward Asia, particularly China.“I would go out on a limb and predict that China will have 20 brands in the top 100 Global Brands.”2:41Oct 8, 2010
- Business Schools and TechnologyBusiness schools must embrace technology to avoid stagnation and remain relevant.“Business schools need to embrace technology but don’t want to bet the farm on any one kind.”3:41Oct 8, 2010
