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The LIBOR Scandal Heats Up
Financial scandals seem to be reaching new heights. One of the latest – the alleged manipulation of LIBOR rates – suggests the “rogue trader” alibi can no longer camouflage systemic rot.
Post-IPO, John Idol on What’s Next for Michael Kors
Going public introduces a unique set of challenges for any company — enough so that Michael Kors CEO John Idol was leery of the prospect. In a speech as part of Penn Fashion Week, Idol discussed why the purveyor of “jet set accessible luxury” decided to take the leap.
Posted in Knowledge@Wharton Today, Leadership and Change, Marketing, Strategic Management
Tagged IPO, John Idol, Michael Kors, retail
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The Chilean Miner Rescue: A Lesson in Global Teamwork
Most people are familiar with the story of the 33 miners trapped underground in Chile in 2010, but its lessons will continue to provide leadership insights for years to come.
A New Big Mac
McDonald’s new CEO, Don Thompson, will have a plateful of challenges when he steps into the top spot this summer. What should his strategy be — stay the course or take on bold new initiatives?
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Tagged Adrian Tschoegl, Don Thompson, food competitors, Jim Skinner, McCaféMcCafé, McDonald's
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Real Drivers of Corruption in India and the Rest of the World
Corruption is the most important and topical issue in India today, writes Dilip Gadkar, editor of Macro Viewpoints, in this response to an article published in Knowledge@Wharton in January.
Philanthropy in India: A Need to Focus on Systemic Changes
What is the impact of philanthropy in India, and how can its effectiveness be increased to create a more equitable society? That is the focus of a recent study by the Centre for Emerging Market Solutions at the Indian School of Business, Hyderabad, and FSG Social Impact Consultants, a global nonprofit consulting firm.
What Would You Do with $100 Billion?
This week, Apple — which is sitting on a cash stash of close to $100 billion — announced it would start buying back stock and paying its shareholders a dividend. Is this the best use for all that money?
