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Sarbanes-Oxley increased audit costs even for firms not under the regulation, study finds
LAWRENCE — As a response to accounting and corporate scandals of the 1990s, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 led to a greater demand for auditing services, even for companies that did not fall under the purview of the new rules, according to a recent study that includes a University of...
Stock index volatility likely reflects market correction, economists say
LAWRENCE — Illustrating the current market volatility, the Dow Jones Industrial Average and other U.S. stock markets whipsawed between gains and losses Tuesday. This follows last Friday's steep drop and Monday's record 1,175-point dip. ...
Business dean announces faculty leadership appointments
LAWRENCE — University of Kansas School of Business Dean L. Paige Fields announced the appointments of several faculty members to leadership positions and the restructuring of the school’s academic areas. ...
Fourth annual conversation on business, race and sports to feature sports writer Claire Smith
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Business, the Langston Hughes Center and Kansas Athletics will present “The Power of Sport: A Conversation on Business, Race and Sports” at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, in the Kansas Union Ballroom. ...
Canada’s consul general in Denver to discuss NAFTA at KU
LAWRENCE — The consul general of Canada in Denver, Stéphane Lessard, will deliver a presentation about the North American Free Trade Agreement, or NAFTA, at 11 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 18, in Capitol Federal Hall. ...
KU lecturer in both the Business and Law schools recognized with 2017 H.O.P.E. Award
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas senior class has honored a lecturer whose expertise in electronic discovery enlightens both law students and business students. ...
Black Friday not the only holiday retail game in town anymore, marketing scholars say
LAWRENCE — Black Friday is still an important day for retailers, but online shopping and other trends have forced retailers to adapt and even expand their tactics during the busy holiday shopping season. ...
Expanding geographic sharing of donor kidneys would increase number of transplants, study finds
NBA legend, business leader to present 2017 Chandler Lecture
LAWRENCE — Byron Scott, former NBA head coach and player, and Charles Norris, a longtime business executive, will deliver the University of Kansas School of Business Anderson Chandler Lecture at 7 p.m. Nov. 30 at Capitol Federal Hall. ...
Malala Fund co-founder to deliver 2017 Oswald Lecture
LAWRENCE — Shiza Shahid, entrepreneur and co-founder of the Malala Fund, will deliver a lecture at 7 p.m. Nov. 16 at Capitol Federal Hall as part of the University of Kansas School of Business Charles Oswald Executive Leadership Series. ...
Corporate social responsibility researcher discusses study on shareholders and social influence of investments
LAWRENCE — A recent journal article and post in the Harvard Business Review argues that corporate directors should not only have an eye on value or profits but also on the welfare of their shareholders, especially related to the environmental and social impact of their investments. ...
Study sheds light on how, why middle managers can coerce employees into deceptive practices
LAWRENCE — Several recent corporate and governmental scandals unfortunately have revolved around middle managers and employees who have attempted to meet lofty performance goals that superiors impose by engaging in deceptive performance practices. ...
KU climbs to 53rd among public universities in 2018 U.S. News & World Report rankings
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas moved up three spots into a tie for 53rd among public universities in the 2018 edition of U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” rankings released Tuesday. ...
To project power, consumers prefer wider faces on watches, cars, study finds
LAWRENCE — People are typically averse to wider human faces because they elicit fears of being dominated. However, consumers might like wider faces on some products they buy, such as watches or cars, when they want to be seen in a position of power in certain situations, according to a...
Rare eclipse creates unique opportunity for businesses, consumer behavior researcher says
LAWRENCE — From the marketing and sale of special glasses to smaller communities across the country preparing for a sudden boon of visitors, Monday's total solar eclipse presents a unique opportunity for some businesses, according to a University of Kansas researcher of marketing and consumer behavior. ...
Productive Modi-Trump relationship will be key to visit, international business scholar says
LAWRENCE — Among the many issues India Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to discuss with President Donald Trump, evidence of productive relationship between the two leaders will be a key piece to watch, said a University of Kansas School of Business scholar of the U.S.-India relationship. ...
Puerto Rican vote needs context, researcher says, but statehood would dramatically influence island's economy
LAWRENCE — After Puerto Rican voters recently overwhelmingly supported statehood in a plebiscite election, the results still leave political and economic questions for the island, according to a University of Kansas lecturer who grew up in Puerto Rico. ...
KU names Paige Fields dean of School of Business
LAWRENCE — When Capitol Federal Hall opened in May 2016, it was quickly followed with news of a leadership transition for the University of Kansas School of Business. Now the hall will have a new executive occupying the corner office. ...
Ethics and compliance officers face challenges to their legitimacy, study finds
LAWRENCE — Legislative changes that were introduced in response to corporate scandals in the 1980s and 1990s, and the many others since, have especially motivated larger companies to create ethics and compliance officer positions. These officers are usually tasked with insuring employee compliance with ethical values and legal principles. ...
Study finds audit fee differences for international cross-listed companies are not simply driven by litigation costs
LAWRENCE — Researchers have long determined that foreign companies cross-listed on international and U.S. stock exchanges face higher audit fees as part of the listing process. ...
Study: Better memory makes people tire of experiences more quickly
LAWRENCE — We're fickle creatures. At least if we can remember to be, according to a new study led by a University of Kansas researcher of marketing and consumer behavior. ...
School of Business names 2017 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients
LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Business will honor Gary Padgett and Mike Thompson with its 2017 Distinguished Alumni Award. ...
McDonald's Snapchat applications could help with targeted recruiting, HR researcher says
LAWRENCE — McDonald's this week in Australia began recruiting job applicants via Snapchat. ...
Book explores how technology has transformed learning in the workplace
LAWRENCE — Traditionally, businesses have invested in formal training and development programs to ensure their employees had the proper knowledge, skills and experience to adequately perform their jobs and perhaps future career opportunities. ...
United's response appears shortsighted to video of man removed from plane, brand expert says
LAWRENCE — A video posted on Facebook Sunday of a man being pulled from an overbooked United Airlines flight from Chicago to Louisville has generated considerable negative response in the media. ...
Products can be pals when you’re lonely, but it may cost you, study finds
LAWRENCE — The Liberty Mutual commercial mentions naming your car Brad and considering him part of your family. ...
KU researcher: Fed is at a policy crossroad
LAWRENCE — All eyes of the economic world are on the Federal Reserve's two-day monetary policy meeting and whether the U.S. Central Bank will raise interest rates. ...