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What if being transparent about AI actually changes the way we use it? 🔍 As generative AI becomes increasingly embedded in creative work, transparency is becoming an important issue for businesses, policymakers, and professionals alike. GBS lecturer Prof. Dr. Kevin Bauer and his co-authors recently published a study in Information Systems Research exploring what happens when people know that their use of AI will be disclosed. The findings reveal an unexpected behavioral effect, raising important questions about how transparency requirements may shape the way people collaborate with AI. For organizations, this leads to a broader question: How can we design AI transparency in a way that informs people without unintentionally changing how they work with AI? Read more about the study in Information Systems Research: https://bit.ly/4gApelZ

Ready to take the next step in your finance career? Deepen your expertise, challenge your thinking, and build valuable connections – part-time at Goethe Business School.

📍 Study in Frankfurt, one of Europe’s leading financial centers.
🎓 Learn from experienced academics and finance professionals.
🎯 Choose your focus: Risk Management & Regulation or Financial Technology Management.

Take the next step toward advancing your career in finance while continuing to work. Learn more about our Master in Finance: https://bit.ly/3MWPAm6

The campus may be a little quieter now, but we know it won’t stay that way for long! We’ll see you back in October 😉

What can financial texts tell us that numbers can’t? 📊 From earnings calls and annual reports to other forms of unstructured data, textual analysis is opening up new ways to understand financial markets and companies. In our latest interview, Prof. Dr. Alexander Hillert, who teaches in our Master in Finance, discusses why these skills matter for students, researchers, and investment professionals and how AI may shape what comes next. Read the full interview to explore the growing role of text and AI in finance: https://bit.ly/4g4xObp

How does an MBA shape your career in the long run? 🎓 More than a decade after graduating from Goethe Business School, our alumnus Bharat Madan reflects on how his MBA continues to influence his approach to strategy, leadership, and decision-making. Drawing on his experience advising C-level executives on AI and business transformation, he explains why the greatest value of an MBA lies beyond the classroom. Read more about Bharat's career journey on our blog: https://bit.ly/4wGEX8W

Developing the next generation of leaders in professional sport 🤝

We are proud to introduce the program partnership between Bundesliga and Goethe Business School’s Sports Management MBA. Together, we are creating opportunities for professionals to strengthen their expertise and prepare for the challenges of a dynamic and evolving sports industry.

As Bundesliga CEO Dr. Steffen Merkel highlights: “The Sports Management MBA combines academic excellence with practical relevance and provides a strong foundation for a successful career in professional sport.”

A partnership that connects education with the real-world demands of professional football – shaping the future of sport management.

Even experienced negotiators can struggle to access their best arguments when under pressure. The reason is not a lack of preparation, but the way our brain responds to stress. In her latest article, Dr. Karolien Notebaert, applied neuroscience expert, author, and lecturer in our MBA programs, explains how pressure affects decision-making and strategic thinking. Drawing on neuroscience research, she explores practical techniques that help professionals stay focused, think clearly, and negotiate more effectively when it matters most. Read the full article to discover why negotiators should not only focus on their strategy, but also on strengthening their mental focus: https://bit.ly/4yJbU5M

What happens behind the scenes of player transfers, international regulations, and strategic decisions in professional sports? In our latest interview, renowned sports lawyer Dr. Hermann Schlindwein shares insights from decades of experience at the intersection of sport, law, and business. In addition, he explains why understanding legal frameworks is essential for everyone working in the sports industry, not just lawyers. We’re thrilled to have Dr. Schlindwein on board for our new Sports Management MBA, where he will share his expertise with the next generation of sports professionals. Find out more on our blog: https://bit.ly/4fylv6X

Combining a Master in Finance with the CFA Program offered by the CFA Institute is a demanding journey that requires commitment, discipline, and dedication. GBS alumnus Jakob Erlei successfully completed both qualifications while working full-time as a management consultant. In his interview, he reflects on how the Master in Finance supported his CFA journey, where the two programs complemented each other, and how this combination has influenced his career development. Read the full article on our website: https://bit.ly/4yk01TL

Thinking about a part-time MBA? 🎓️ Join our online info session to learn more about our MBA programs in Pharma Management or Digital Transformation, Data Science, and Sustainability.

Meet our admissions team, hear from current students/alumni, and ask any questions you may have before the application deadline. Applications are still open – but not for much longer!

Pharma MBA: https://bit.ly/4b3vu2N
Goethe MBA: https://bit.ly/4pEWFH5