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The lifeblood of a business school is its faculty, and at the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business our faculty members are inspiring, supportive and world-class. We are attuned to a marketplace that values innovation, entrepreneurialism, analytical thinking and hard work. Our teaching and research equips students with the wisdom of business scholarship rooted in the experiential lessons of the marketplace.

December 3, 2019
Alibaba’s Hong Kong Bet
Why Alibaba's strong debut on the Hong Kong Exchange is prompting short-term and long-term considerations to sort through.
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November 22, 2019
Remember ‘To Be,’ Not ‘To Do,’ This Holiday Season
The wintertime holidays can be a time to reflect, relax and recharge. To get the most out of the season, our expert offers these four festive tips.
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November 21, 2019
How To Make More Money in Online Auctions
To attract more online auction bidders and drive up prices, two things matter: how long an auction is active and the day of the week it closes, finds new research.
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November 20, 2019
A Controversy in 77 Words
It is just 77 words. But this single section of the federal tax code is sparking a lot of controversies.
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November 20, 2019
The Trend Already Changing How You’ll Shop for Gifts
What until very recently seemed like a futuristic pipe dream is increasingly market commonplace, as retail companies across consumer sectors roll out augmented reality (AR) experiences.
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November 16, 2019
Central Bank Landscape
Central banks around the world are once again lowering interest rates and looking to unconventional monetary policy tools, aimed at bolstering their economies. Is it working?
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November 16, 2019
Does Digital Health Favor the Wealthy?
In an increasingly always-on, connected world, it’s easy to assume that everyone reaps the benefits of technological advances. But is that really the case?
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November 14, 2019
Will Your Gifts Arrive on Time This Year?
The usual Christmas shopping period, which begins Black Friday, is particularly short this year – just 26 days. Will those final bundles arrive on time?
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November 13, 2019
What Microsoft Japan's 4-Day Week Says About the Future of Work
Done right, the four-day workweek can yield great benefits for the company, community and individual alike. Here's how to make it a success.
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November 12, 2019
Standing Out On Streaming’s Crowded Stage
How many streaming entertainment options are too many? A new study examines what industry leaders must do to hold the spotlight.
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