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- Why the Indiana Kelley–SKK GSB Executive MBA? NEW
- Interview with Prof. Fred Schlegel Indiana University Kelley School of Business Indiana University Kelley School of Business Asian Initiatives Chair and Co-Chair of the Indiana Kelley–SKK GSB Executive MBA (EMBA), Prof. Fred Schlegel, is a firm believer in the value of MBAs. Reflecting on his own journey, Prof. Schlegel explains: “I would not have succeeded the way I did without the foundational knowledge and problem-solving skills I got from my MBA. It taught me how to look at business from perspectives that were different from anything I’ve ever had before. An MBA is quite expensive to complete, but I would say that it was the best investment in myself that I ever made. It’s a way of upping your game and getting ready for the leadership of your firm.” The value that MBA holders provide is clear to Prof. Schlegel. While working as a consultant, he found that many of the people he talked to—successful businesspeople, presidents, and C-levels—didn’t understand their problems. He said, “They knew they had a problem to solve, but couldn’t figure out exactly what problem they had. That’s why they pull in consultants who can identify root causes that lead to executable solutions. An MBA provides a strong foundation in those skills making in a key pathway to senior roles in consulting and companies.” Business is always innovating and changing, and now with the deployment of numerous AI technologies more than ever. Prof. Schlegel highlighted that business leaders must understand the synergy between technological innovation and business models. “Our students learn to evaluate business and technology investments and operations through a fundamental lens. What you need are the frameworks that allow you to think critically about up-to-date technologies, no matter what they are. These are foundational principles that will guide you for the next 30 years.” “Other Kelley–SKK GSB EMBA professors teach cutting-edge technologies. For example, technology specialist Prof. Alex Lopez teaches about Digital Transformation and how AI is transforming the way business will be done.” The Full-Time MBA at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business was ranked second with the highest ROI in the US in 2024. It was also ranked second in the US for marketing in 2024 and 18th in the US in the QS MBA rankings. Prof. Schlegel explained: “The reason our program was ranked higher than other schools’ programs is the way we deliver materials, the meaningfulness of the experiences that you end up having, the easy access to faculty, and the outcomes.” He continued, “We have more alumni than any other business school on the planet in the business realm. We also have a high number of high-level executives. Since we have quite a decent network in Seoul and all of Asia, you can look up a Kelley in any city you decide to go to, and they will probably take your phone call.” Prof. Schlegel highlighted that one of the Kelley–SKK GSB EMBA’s strengths is that it is taught entirely in English. “Being able to do business in two languages is much more valuable. If you want to work internationally, having a second language shows that you're competent.” As a final comment on the value of the Kelley–SKK GSB EMBA, Prof. Schlegel explained: “For those who prepare to be leaders and C-levels, Kelley–SKK GSB EMBA is providing a carefully curated set of fundamental frameworks that will help you elevate yourself and manage organizations. That’s why this program significantly focuses on leadership, executive skills, and strategy.”
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- 작성일 2026-01-20
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- How Do We Decide What Is a "Fair Share" When People or Companies Work Together?
- Prof. Frank Huettner of SKK GSB has co-authored a paper in the prestigious European Journal of Operational Research, presenting a method of calculating payouts fairly in a world full of side effects and externalities. If, for example, two car manufacturers merge, the consequences are not limited to those two companies—the merger reshapes the market for every other manufacturer. We often assume that one group’s actions do not affect anyone outside that group, but this is rarely true once externalities are taken into account. Prof. Huettner’s research examines how to preserve fairness even when such side effects are pervasive. Working with Prof. André Casajus of HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management and Prof. Yukihiko Funaki of Waseda University, Prof. Huettner proved that the MPW solution (named after Macho‑Stadler, Pérez‑Castrillo, and Wettstein, who characterized the rule in 2007) is the only specific way to calculate payouts fairly in this setting. The MPW solution operates by considering all possible ways that groups (coalitions) could form and then averaging the resulting payouts to arrive at the most balanced outcome for everyone involved. This discovery has important real‑world applications, including dividing the costs of greenhouse gas emissions fairly and sharing the costs of building and maintaining public infrastructure. Research Paper: Balanced contributions, consistency, and value for games with externalities
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- 작성일 2026-01-08
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- SKK GSB Launches Student Exchange Program with emlyon business school
- SKK Graduate School of Business (SKK GSB) and emlyon business school in France have signed a student exchange agreement, strengthening their shared commitment to global business education. Founded in 1872, emlyon business school is a distinguished Grande École with a 153-year history and is recognized as one of France’s leading business schools. It is currently ranked 12th worldwide by the Financial Times. SKK GSB’s MBA program, meanwhile, has been ranked No. 1 in Korea and among the top 100 worldwide by the Financial Times every year since 2012. With the exception of the AI MBA, all MBAs at SKK GSB are delivered entirely in English. This bilateral exchange aims to foster academic collaboration, cross-cultural engagement, and the development of globally minded business leaders. Beginning in September 2026, selected students from each institution will take part in academic coursework and cultural immersion programs at the partner school, gaining firsthand experience in diverse educational and business environments. Photo credit: emlyon business school
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- 작성일 2026-01-07
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- SKK GSB Launches AI & Business Innovation Lab
- SKK GSB, Korea’s top-ranked MBA program and one of Asia’s most globally recognized business schools, has launched the AI & Business Innovation Lab (AIBIL). AIBIL is a multi-disciplinary platform designed to shape how the next generation of leaders, companies, and industries harness artificial intelligence. As SKK GSB’s central hub for applied research, curricular innovation, and industry collaboration, the lab will advance the school’s mission to connect business education with emerging technologies. “As a business school at the center of Seoul’s innovation ecosystem, SKK GSB has a responsibility to shape how this new technology is governed, deployed, and taught,” said Andrew Yi, Dean of SKK GSB. “The AI & Business Innovation Lab positions SKK GSB as a catalyst for new ideas and practical solutions that help businesses—and society—navigate one of the most important technological transformations in history.” Equipped with a state-of-the-art AI workstation, AIBIL will give students hands-on opportunities to develop data-driven solutions for complex, real-world business challenges. In partnership with faculty from the University of Toronto, a global leader in AI, SKK GSB is also introducing an AI & Data Strategy Certificate Program—open to both students and alumni—to combine strategic frameworks with applied learning. AIBIL will expand SKK GSB’s executive education portfolio, offering business leaders a dual credential and intensive training in AI strategy and data-informed decision-making. AIBIL is further developing initiatives to incubate student-designed AI solutions with potential for real-world deployment across industries. Through these integrated efforts, the lab reinforces SKK GSB’s role as a bridge between cutting-edge scholarship and business practice—preparing today’s students to become the future-ready leaders of tomorrow. ○ Coverage in the media SKK GSB Launches AIBIL to Foster AI Business Leaders SKK GSB Launches AIBIL to Foster AI Business Leaders
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- 작성일 2025-12-26
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- EMBA Class of 2026 Immersion Program in Croatia
- Students from the Kelley–SKK GSB Executive MBA Class of 2026 participated in an international Immersion Program in Croatia, gaining firsthand exposure to business practices in an emerging European economy. Hosted by the Zagreb School of Economics and Management (ZSEM), one of Croatia’s top business schools, the program focused on developments in the finance and technology sectors, and it included visits to leading supercar manufacturer Bugatti Rimac, cloud communications firm Infobip, and information and communication technology (ICT) provider Ericsson Nikola Tesla. Participants observed how organizations adopt new tools, strengthen capabilities, and respond to local needs in deliberate and practical ways. Reflecting on the experience, Bongkeun Park (EMBA 2026) noted that discussions with executives across Croatia highlighted how clear strategic choices, effective resource allocation, and disciplined execution underpin sustainable performance. Sharing his reflections, Hohyeuk Im (EMBA 2026) added that these steady efforts showed how specialization and accumulated expertise can drive meaningful growth, and that innovation often begins when organizations understand their strengths and build on them consistently. The immersion offered EMBA students a deeper perspective on global business dynamics and strategic leadership in diverse market contexts.
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- 작성일 2025-12-23
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- SKK GSB Hosts AI Futures Forum
- We are delighted to share that SKK Graduate School of Business hosted the inaugural AI Futures Forum in Seoul, in partnership with Co-Labs Global and the British Chamber of Commerce in Korea. Leaders from LG AI Research, HSBC, Standard Chartered, KB Bank, Hana Bank, amongst others joined academics, founders, and policymakers to examine how AI is reshaping business, regulation, and human capital across industries. The initiative was supported by SKK GSB’s AI and Business Innovation Lab, which focuses on the intersection of AI, management practice, and innovation. The forum took place in two parts with a morning roundtable at SKK GSB and an afternoon session hosted at the British Embassy in Seoul. The forum created a unique global-local forum to connect voices, surface shared challenges, and co-design practical pathways for responsible AI adoption. Specifically, the forum focused on balancing AI innovation with governance, building human skills for an AI-enabled workplace, strengthening trust and due diligence around AI solutions, and protecting integrity in AI-augmented knowledge work. One participant said, "We heard well-informed insights from individuals across a range of sectors and experiences, breaking across the traditional silos that most experience when having these discussions." “At SKK GSB, the AI Futures Forum is part of a broader effort to ensure that our graduates can lead AI-enabled transformations that maintain human trust, navigate regulatory complexity, and translate frontier technology into real-world impact.,” said Professor Raunaq Pungaliya, Vice Dean of SKK GSB. ○ Coverage in the media SKK GSB Hosts AI Futures Forum in Seoul: Showcasing Leadership in AI SKK GSB Hosts World’s First AI Futures Forum in Seoul: Showcasing Leadership in AI SKK GSB Hosts World’s First AI Futures Forum SKK GSB Hosts World’s First AI Futures Forum in Seoul SKK GSB Hosts AI Futures Forum with UK Partners in Seoul SKK GSB Hosts World’s First AI Futures Forum in Seoul: Showcasing Leadership in AI SKK GSB Hosts World’s First AI Futures Forum in Seoul: Showcasing Leadership in AI
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- 작성일 2025-12-10
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- Prof. Han named Emerging Scholar Award winner
- SKK GSB's Management Professor Jung-Hoon Han has been honored by the Korean Society of Strategic Management with the Emerging Scholar Award in recognition of his outstanding research achievements. His work examines how status and reputation shape firm strategies and governance, and the award committee highlighted his significant contributions to the advancement of management theory. ○ Coverage in the media Prof. Han named Emerging Scholar Award winner by Korean Society of Strategic Management
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- 작성일 2025-12-03
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- SKK GSB Launches AI Core Curriculum for Full-Time MBA
- SKK GSB has launched a new AI and Analytics core curriculum in its Full-Time MBA, building on the school’s experience with the AI MBA and Business Analytics MBA programs. As Dean Andrew Yi states, "To equip students with global competitiveness in the age of AI, we will nurture industry-ready leaders who are able to solve real-world problems by applying AI and data analytics skills." From August 2026, all newly-enrolled Full-Time MBA students will therefore take a new set of required courses, including Generative AI in Business, AI in Business, Corporate Strategy in the Age of AI, and Business Analytics.
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- 작성일 2025-12-02
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- Prof. Samah Shaffakat Joins SKK GSB Faculty
- SKK GSB is delighted to welcome Prof. Samah Shaffakat, whose research has been published in leading journals, including Journal of Applied Psychology, Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, Journal of Business Ethics, and MIT Sloan Management Review. Prof. Shaffakat’s work explores leadership, mindfulness, and workplace behavior, with a particular emphasis on how individuals navigate ethical challenges and power dynamics. Her current research examines dark leadership, focusing on how Machiavellian, narcissistic, and other toxic leader behaviors influence team ethics and employee well-being. Her goal is to help organizations better identify, understand, and mitigate these harmful dynamics. She earned her Ph.D. from Lancaster University Management School in the UK. She was a postdoctoral research fellow at INSEAD before moving to the UK to work at Liverpool Business School and the University of Liverpool Management School. Reflecting on her move, Prof. Shaffakat shared: "Seoul's energy and innovation really appealed to me, and SKK GSB stood out for its international focus and excellence—it’s consistently ranked among the world’s leading MBA programs by the Financial Times. Joining GSB felt like the perfect next step."
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- 작성일 2025-11-24
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- SKK GSB Hosts SKK GSB–EDHEC MMS Program Information Session
- On November 6, SKK GSB welcomed Sungkyunkwan University undergraduates from diverse majors to an information session introducing the Master in Management Studies (MMS) program—an innovative dual-degree pathway offered in partnership with EDHEC Business School. The event took place in the SKK GSB Lounge, where students engaged with program leaders and explored avenues for globally-focused graduate study. Attendees gained valuable insights into the MMS curriculum and spoke with faculty about preparing for international careers, demonstrating a strong interest in broadening their global horizons. The MMS program offers a uniquely international academic journey as students study across three continents: EDHEC Business School (France)—1 semester SKK GSB (Korea)—1 semester UC Berkeley, Haas School of Business (USA)—1 year Through this structure, students develop advanced business capabilities in Europe, Asia, and North America within a single program. Through diverse classroom and cultural experiences, participants expand career pathways worldwide and become empowered as the next generation of global business leaders. For admissions inquiries: fmba.skkgsb@skku.edu
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- 작성일 2025-11-21
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