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Small business survey 'encouraging' on jobs
Evidence that small and medium-sized businesses are continuing to take on new employees is hailed as 'encouraging' in a new report produced by the Open University Business School.Its latest Quarterly...
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New centre to offer free finance modules
The Open University Business School is launching a new centre to improve public understanding of financial issues, in partnership with financial services organisation True Potential.The True Potential...
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OU among top-rated for student satisfaction for ninth year running
The Open University has once again achieved one of the highest ratings for student satisfaction amongst UK universities in the 2013 National Student Survey – achieving an overall satisfaction rate of...
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Anybody recommend a good laptop to see me until the end of my Business Studies course? Starting in October and need to get a new one prepared.
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Garden dedicated to Open University supporters
A walled garden at The Open University has been re-designed and re-cultivated to provide a living dedication to those who support the University by donating a gift in their will.The Legacy Garden is in...
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What's happening in the 'John Lewis economy'?
Since the economic crisis hit there have been numerous calls for ‘alternative’, employee-owned business models, but what has actually been achieved? Research by The Open University Faculty of Business...
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New app takes the legwork out of a shnergle
MBA graduates Rob Tregaskes (left) and Jonny Bull (right) have used the skills they learned at the OU Business School to create a new app for people planning a big night out. Ex-soldiers Jonny and...
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Why it pays to be a caring company
Managing Director and OU Business School alumnus Chris Lima has recently won an Institute of Directors award for leading his company’s engagement with the local community. He talks about the benefits...
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Sexism in cyberspace: what's the answer?
Should the law be stronger to protect women online? Join the debate @VirtualGender Experts in cyberspace and law will gather at the OU on Thursday 12 September to look at what can be done about online...
View Articlewww.VitoRoad.com
Hi allThe company I work for has been very kind to me throughout my studies and have been kind enough to offer other OU stu's and alumni a 10% discount code for use on the site.www.Vitoroad.com mainly...
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Time to clean up the fashion industry?
OU marketing researchers have taken on a tough challenge – making the clothing industry more sustainable. We’re all fashion victims nowadays. Every year we spend collectively £44 billion (£1,700 per...
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What makes a good Chair?
The performance of the not-for-profit sector is coming under increasing scrutiny. The OU Business School's Chris Cornforth has been investigating what works and what doesn't. With the rolling back of...
View ArticleInternships: rite of passage or exploitation?
A large-scale internship placement programme is yielding insights into the value and legal status of interns.Internships – a fantastic way for bright students and graduates to enhance their CVs with...
View ArticleHi does anyone out there suffer from bipolar disorder?
Hi my name is Cherie and I'm starting my course in October. I am afflicted with bipolar and would love to get in contact with others who are in the same position for the purpose of mutual support,...
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George tells us we are turning the corner: has he done it?
The sudden solidity of UK recovery leaves many economists wondering what went right, writes Alan Shipman. Britain’s economy is growing again. That isn’t just a personal triumph for George Osborne, who...
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OU students eligible for Co-op shopping discount
OU students who hold an NUS Extra Card are entitled to receive a 10% discount on groceries at more than 3,600 Co-operative food stores across the UK from today (Monday 23 September).The NUS Extra Card...
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From beer to black diamonds: the histories of commodities
A new website hosts the stories of those basic resources which have a global impact. From the cotton in our jeans to the sugar in our morning coffee, some commodities are so basic to our day-to-day...
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Business Perspectives event: Strategic Marketing
The OU Business School have announced the latest event in the Business Perspectives series – a Marketing Masterclass.Join Professor Robin Wensley and industry leaders to explore the future of...
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Preparing Leaders and Strategist workshop, Germany
Creativity Residential Workshop: 6-7 December 2013. FRANKFURT, GERMANY"Enabling a thinking body and a dancing mind" - Preparing Leaders and Strategists for tomorrow’s problems todayThe OUBS would like...
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Open University supports CBI Annual Conference 2013
The Open University is delighted to be supporting the CBI as a networking sponsor at its flagship conference taking place on Monday 4 November in London. The conference provides an exclusive forum for...
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