Insights

Noteworthy: Eswar Prasad publishes NYT op-ed on China limiting the West’s global influence
China’s new form of multilateralism seeks to expand its global influence and eschews values like democracy, human rights, and the freedom of expression.

Noteworthy: Steven Kyle discusses economic impact of Hurricane Harvey in U.S. News
Steven Kyle weighs in on the local and national economic impact of Hurricane Harvey’s aftermath and unprecedented flooding in Texas and Louisiana.

Noteworthy: Eswar Prasad featured on Bloomberg Markets
Eswar Prasad, professor of international trade policy, discusses China’s economy on Bloomberg Markets.

Product Management: A Pivotal Position
Some call it a “mini-CEO.” To others, “chief influencer” sounds more apt. Whatever descriptor you use, the role of product manager has captured the imagination of today’s MBAs.

Noteworthy: Rohit Verma talks MBA and technology among peer deans
Rohit Verma, dean of external relations for the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, spoke about technology and its implications for MBAs on a panel of peer deans at the Poets&Quants CentreCourt MBA Festival in San Francisco.

Noteworthy: Johnson career management director shares 4 skills MBAs need to land tech jobs
Cynthia Saunders-Cheatham, executive director of the CMC, shares 4 important skills MBAs interested in a technology-related career should possess.

Noteworthy: Associate Dean Andrew Karolyi discusses Germany-China relations
Andrew Karolyi, associate dean for academic affairs, discusses the relationship between Germany and China for the China Global Television Network (CGTN).
Online travel sites are still important for hotel operators
Anderson’s co-authored study underscores consumers’ reliance on hotel websites and non-direct channels when researching and booking rooms.
Focus on fundamentals remains key for hotels
Rohit Verma’s co-authored study shows the core of the hotel business still focuses on creating a memorable stay by providing exceptional service.