Research
Our faculty members are attuned to a marketplace that values innovation, entrepreneurialism, analytical thinking and hard work. Their teaching and research equip our students with the wisdom of business scholarship rooted in the experiential lessons of the marketplace.
Find out more about the latest research by browsing current working papers online at Social Science Research Network (SSRN).
October 18, 2018
Better Communication For Remote Teams
Email, instant messaging and Slack have been called essential for optimal communication among virtual work teams. But do these technologies really deserve the credit they get?
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Better Communication For Remote Teams
October 10, 2018
Steve Case on the 3rd Wave of Internet Innovation
Steve Case, co-founder and former CEO of AOL, says the third wave of internet innovation is now under way, but for the U.S. to continue to lead, it needs to think bigger.
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Steve Case on the 3rd Wave of Internet Innovation
September 27, 2018
The Ripple Effects of a Good Boss
A good boss can overcome the effects of a bad one, leaving employees feeling autonomous and confident when they work on multiple teams with different supervisors.
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The Ripple Effects of a Good Boss
September 25, 2018
Seven-Minute Public Speaking Warm-Up
Feeling anxious about a big presentation at work or an upcoming job interview? Maryland Smith’s Tricia Homer suggests a seven-minute workout that can shake off nervous energy, and help you focus and shine.
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Seven-Minute Public Speaking Warm-Up
September 18, 2018
Seven Career Transition Tips From Usain Bolt
What can Usain Bolt teach you about making a career transition? The eight-time Olympic gold medalist and world champion sprinter from Jamaica is making one now, on trial with an Australian A-League soccer team. Here are seven things you can learn from him.
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Seven Career Transition Tips From Usain Bolt
September 13, 2018
Forget FOMO. Busy People Need JOMO
Stoked by social media, our all-too-common fear of missing out, or FOMO, is often cited as a reason why we live beyond our means, take on debt and generally feel unsatisfied at home and in our careers. Now, meet JOMO, or joy of missing out.
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Forget FOMO. Busy People Need JOMO
September 12, 2018
The Right Time To Ask About Job Benefits
You don’t want to start a new job only to find out the benefits package is a disaster. But when is the right time to ask about flex time and vacation days?
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The Right Time To Ask About Job Benefits
September 10, 2018
Answering HQ2's Call, With Or Without Amazon
“If we don’t get Amazon’s HQ2 in this area, people are going to wonder, ‘What happens next?’ I want to create a program that answers that question. And the answer is: We all get back to work and we build great companies,” he says. “We help build tech product companies.”
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Answering HQ2's Call, With Or Without Amazon
September 6, 2018
Six Alternatives to Digital Islands
Trade wars historically hinge on the flow of goods across borders. But Maryland Smith professor Anil K Gupta says the flow of data across borders may soon matter more.
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Six Alternatives to Digital Islands
September 5, 2018
Do This To Sharpen Your Leadership Skills
Joining a nonprofit board can sharpen your leadership skills and supercharge your career. But before you take a seat around the table, ask these nine questions first.
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Do This To Sharpen Your Leadership Skills