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Bridging gaps between pension funds and local impact investments.
Type: OpinionPublication date: 7/9/2024Pension funds are increasingly interested in investments that not only yield returns but also contribute positively to society. However, there are several gaps between pension funds on one side and impact startups and investors on the other.
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Mandating company reporting won’t enhance transparency
Type: ResearchPublication date: 7/3/2024The EU’s Directive 2014/95/EU requires large companies to disclose non-financial information related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters in their annual reports. However, a recent study from Nyenrode Business University found that simply mandating reporting won’t guarantee enhanced transparency. In fact, the Directive's flexibility and weak enforcement make it less effective, and more costly, for companies that are not motivated to share detailed information.
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4 Steps HR needs to take to create an engaging company culture
Type: EducationPublication date: 6/25/2024To be able to attract and retain people in the current tight labor market, it is necessary to improve the employee experience. But how exactly do you do that? What are your first concrete steps?
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'Those who embrace ESG fuel innovation'
Type: ResearchPublication date: 6/14/2024Organizations must restore the balance between business continuity and concern for people, nature and society, according to Prof. Albert Plugge in his inaugural speech on June 14. Plugge is professor of ESG Transformation & Digital Innovation at Nyenrode Business University. "Financial interests have prevailed since the industrial revolution, but that concept is no longer tenable."
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Identifying morals, mindset, and manners in organizational leadership
Type: CommunityPublication date: 6/12/2024Discover insights into organizational leadership from our MBA study trip to Copenhagen, featuring Ocean.io, Trustpilot, and Maersk.
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Nyenrode students satisfied thanks to high-quality professors and strong practical connections
Type: EducationPublication date: 5/31/2024Students reaffirm that Nyenrode Business University is the ideal place to build a solid foundation for a successful career, thanks to its strong practical connections and high-quality professors. This is evident from the recent Nationale Studenten Enquete (National Student Survey, NSE) by independent platform Studiekeuze123.
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Corporate governance: ‘More and more parties are knocking on the door’
Type: ResearchPublication date: 5/29/2024The way we govern our enterprises is under pressure, according to Prof. Dr. Jeroen Veldman in his inaugural lecture on May 29. “Organizations are increasingly confronted with expectations from various quarters. These expectations often pertain to mitigating systemic risks such as climate change. This development affects how we implement corporate governance."
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CSR in the clothing industry: 'Everyone can benefit from collaboration'
Type: ResearchPublication date: 5/23/2024All stakeholders can benefit from a sustainable clothing industry, says S. M. Akterujjaman during his PhD defense ceremony on May 22. His research is concerned with the complex network of relationships and interactions that determine the shape of corporate social responsibility. In doing so, Akterujjaman focused mainly on the clothing industry in Bangladesh.
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Who supports pension funds in local impact deals?
Type: OpinionPublication date: 5/7/2024An increasing number of pension funds aim to improve the world through their investments. Alongside this goal, there’s a growing desire to create local impact. But how can they achieve this?
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How can pension funds make the world a better place?
Type: ResearchPublication date: 4/17/2024Pension funds have the potential to make the world a better place. However, challenges remain. The crucial question is how pension funds intend to achieve their broader goals.
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'Sustainability reporting should not become a checklist'
Type: ResearchPublication date: 4/5/2024Does regulation on sustainability reporting actually lead to more sustainability? This question was central to Professor René Orij's inaugural lecture on April 5th. "Organizations need to think more about the long-term benefits and necessities."
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Challenges for the CFO focusing on integrated value
Type: ResearchPublication date: 3/26/2024When it comes to making choices, it's a real pickle. This pretty much sums up the biggest challenges for financial professionals aiming to steer towards integrated value. Surprisingly, the oft-cited issue of data availability isn't the main hurdle for these individuals. The real challenge lies in decision-making.
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Nyenrode's masters receive praise from students for their faculty and robust career preparation
Type: EducationPublication date: 3/21/2024Nyenrode provides students with an optimal environment to prepare for a successful career. This is emphasized in the recently released Keuzegids Masters 2024 by students, who highlight the crucial role of faculty. Lecturers at Nyenrode are often also active in the business world in addition to their academic roles, which is highly beneficial for students.
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Impact case: Bridging the gap between science and practice in corporate reporting
Type: ResearchPublication date: 3/18/2024Substantive developments and shifting priorities have led to significant changes in corporate reporting regulations in recent years. Dr. Ferdy van Beest, Associate Professor of Corporate Reporting at Nyenrode Business University and Director of Sustainability at Flynth adviseurs en accountants (Flynth Dutch auditors and consultants), emphasizes that stakeholders must make substantial efforts in order to keep up with changing regulations. Van Beest sees a large knowledge gap between scientific research and practical applications in corporate reporting. It is his mission to bridge this gap.
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“The accountancy degree program requires integration and differentiation”
Publication date: 2/29/2024Long gone are the days when accountancy was solely about financial reporting. Themes such as sustainability, fraud detection and cybersecurity are also coming to the fore. This requires adjustments in the degree program, as Prof. Dr. Ruud Vergoossen RA asserted on Feb. 29 in his emeritus speech.
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Koen Becking leaves Nyenrode as of October 1
Type: About NyenrodePublication date: 2/23/2024Prof. Dr. Koen Becking is leaving as Chairman of the Executive Board and Rector Magnificus of Nyenrode Business University. This has been announced by Petri Hofsté, Chairman of the Nyenrode Foundation Board and Koen Becking after joint consultation. Koen Becking will not stay on beyond his first term, which expires on October 1 of this year. Nyenrode Foundation has begun the search for a new chairman.
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A day in the life of Accountancy student Arina Strakhova at Nyenrode
Type: CommunityPublication date: 2/22/2024Arina Strakhova from Russia invites you to join her for a day in her life as Accountancy student at Nyenrode in Amsterdam.
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Impact case of the month: “Emerging multinational enterprises in Global Markets”
Type: ResearchPublication date: 2/15/2024In the global economy, emerging economies and their businesses are becoming increasingly important. Jianhong Zhang, Senior Researcher and Associate Professor of International Economics & Business at Nyenrode Business University, researched the opportunities, challenges, and consequences of this development.
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