When Compassion Creates Suffering
“In light of the horrific tragedy in Paris, we need to understand how compassion could cause “more harm” to those affected,” said Darcy Fudge Kamal, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Strategic Management at the Argyros School of Business and Economics at Chapman University. Kamal speaks from knowledge as a result of her current
Should the United States Break Up the Big Banks?
This past Wednesday, November 18, 2015, Clas Wihlborg, Ph.D., Professor at the Argyros School, participated in ”Debate: The United States Should Break Up the Big Banks,” at the University of Berkeley, California , which focused on the importance and probable risks of the American economy’s largest financial institutions. During the debate, Professor Wihlborg took a
Five Simple Things All Young Professionals Should Know
As up-and-coming business men and women, we all need to be well prepared for the business world. Knowing how to dress and act are seemingly straightforward but everyone should know what is appropriate so that you make positive first impressions. Understand the difference between business professional and business casual. First impressions are a vital
Celebrate National Philanthropy Month with the Argyros School
The Argyros School of Business and Economics is truly grateful for having exceptional students, faculty and staff that devote their time, effort and commitment in making the Argyros School the best that it can be not only in the state of California but also the country. Along with the exceptional students, faculty and staff we
Business School Professor Publishes Book about Trading Time to Live Life Purposefully
“That was it! I was afraid of never having lived. I wanted to soak up life. To experience all of it. To squeeze every ounce of meaning, friendship, achievement, and so forth out of the time that I had on this Earth. I was all in. I was excited. I was motivated and ready to
The Hot-Hand Debate Comes to Chapman
For years, researchers have tried to prove whether or not the hot hand fallacy really exists. Some gamblers have claimed that they believe in the hot hand fallacy, as many said that when they get a hot hand, they’re more likely to go on a winning streak. And although some NBA basketball players believe when
Alumni Spotlight: MBA Alumnus Opens a Global Goods Store on Melrose
Argyros School alumni have taken their place as leaders in all sectors of society. Whether they are working in government, corporate America, the non-profit arena or have started their own business. In this Alumni Spotlight, we highlight Dhia Rabiai, MBA ’14. Rabiai was recently highlighted in the Los Angeles Times for his entrepreneurial sprit
How to take an MBA course in Prague at AAU
As a former student in the MBA program here at Chapman University’s Argyros School of Business & Economics, I can tell you that the ability to craft my own study abroad experience was one of the highlights of my two years here at Chapman. I encourage current and future students to take advantage of the partnership
Five Career Tips to Start Your Journey into the "Real World"
Starting your journey into the “real world” can be an intimidating and scary process – where do I even begin to look for a job? How do I know I’m headed in the right direction? Chapman senior Hannah Engelhardt shares five tips that help keep her head on her shoulders when facing the looming future
Career Spotlight: Argyros School Student at Microsoft
This Career Story Spotlight is brought to you by Argyros School Career Associate, Madelyn Choy, Business Administration – Class of 2018. In the story below, Madelyn gives us a summary of her conversation with Jessie Dart, Business Administration – Class of 2016, and her experience as an intern at Microsoft this summer. Interested in
The Argyros School Observes National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month , the third annual Susan G. Komen Pink Tie Guys event will be held on October 15. You don’t want to miss it! The Susan G. Komen Pink Tie Guys are industry leaders across a spectrum of businesses in Orange County who are also committed to fighting breast
Join Chapman's "Race for the Cure" Team!
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure is an annual 5K, kids’ one-mile fun run and family walk to raise funds to help support local breast health outreach, screening coordination of mammograms for women in need, and treatment and support services to underserved women in the community. Twenty-five percent of the funds raised will go directly to the