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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.
October 11, 2018
Another Reason To Avoid Knockoffs
Luxury brands use legal threats, guilt campaigns to deter people from buying knockoffs. New research reveals a better tactic.
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Another Reason To Avoid Knockoffs
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
October 9, 2018
Why Women-Led Hedge Funds Love Risk
It’s long been believed that if you want to rein in risk-taking, hiring women as top managers can help. But new research suggests that it can have the opposite result.
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Why Women-Led Hedge Funds Love Risk
October 9, 2018
The Modern Interview Thank You Note
You’ve applied for a new job and aced the interview. Congrats! But don’t forget to send a thank you note. Here's what it should say.
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The Modern Interview Thank You Note
October 4, 2018
Switching Devices Affects How You Shop
New Maryland Smith research shows that switching to a desktop or laptop while online shopping could mean you're more likely to take the plunge and make the purchase.
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Switching Devices Affects How You Shop
October 3, 2018
The Saving-Too-Little Myth
This isn’t another article about avocado toast, the delicious scapegoat to an entire generation’s money problems.
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The Saving-Too-Little Myth
October 1, 2018
The Good News in NAFTA 2.0
Absent from the trade agreement between the U.S. and Canada are the car tariffs the Trump administration had threatened to impose.
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The Good News in NAFTA 2.0
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 26, 2018
Can Michael Kors Keep Versace Fans Happy?
Buyers of luxury fashion can be passionate about the brands they shell out for. But can they be loyal when the brand becomes so popular that it loses its exclusivity?
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Can Michael Kors Keep Versace Fans Happy?
September 26, 2018
Dunkin' Without Donuts?
Maryland Smith branding experts describe the decision by Dunkin’ Donuts to drop the "Donuts" from its name as overdue, fitting, and in tune with its customers' tastes.
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Dunkin' Without Donuts?