At the Harbert College, we’ve enthusiastically embraced our mission of producing highly desired graduates, and in doing so, we know our graduates must be prepared to compete in the global marketplace. A global perspective is crucial to that preparation, which is why...
Nothing takes the place of good preparation Where did global management consulting firm Accenture get its name? Formerly known as Andersen Consulting, the storied company underwent a rebrand in 2001 and a number of names were proposed. “Joe came home with five names...
Better health care that costs less The phrase “rising cost of health care” has become part of the American vernacular. Increased wages due to nursing and primary care shortages are contributing factors, as are hospitals forced to subsidize expenses for Medicaid...
Corporate culture key to keeping employees Chief financial officers must adapt to changes, explore financial efficiencies, keep weekly tabs on balance sheets, maintain updated management reporting systems, and always have a plan in place when things turn sour. If...
Business of golf requires practice, too When Drew Dunn graduated from Auburn in 2004, he wasn’t sure what he wanted to do as a career. “I took a little time off and then I took a job selling office supplies,” he says. “It took me about two weeks to figure out that’s...
