A Job Well Done
Thank you to everyone who participated in the April 4 research luncheon "Both Sides Now: Applying and Selecting for Research Positions in 2025." Participants discussed what it’s like to compete and succeed in the external job market.
News
Just-Accepted Journal Publications
Fourteen new papers by McCombs faculty members
Construct Rules
When we think of Big Ideas™, we often think of major theories, conceptual frameworks, equations, or propositions that have galvanized entire areas of research. For example, the two most influential papers in the history of micro and macro areas of management are the Resource-Based View of the firm …
Spurned CEOs May Become Activist Shareholders
Campaigns by former executives are relatively common and successful
Higher Wealth Taxes Equal Less Philanthropy
Charitable donations fall when wealth taxes rise, but allowing larger deductions can help maintain giving
Best in Impact Investing
MBA team wins international investment pitch competition
For Sales Quota Periods, One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Longer quota cycles motivate high-performing salespeople, while low performers thrive with shorter terms
Texas Business Shines at SXSW
Conference speakers highlight the strengths of McCombs, UT, and Texas as a whole
When Feedback Fails
When adding features to software applications, developers should balance user feedback with their own instincts
Stellar Ranks for Hildebrand MBA at Texas McCombs
Full-time degree continues its 9-year high and leads nation in number of top-20 business specialties in U.S. News & World Report ranking
UT Will Host Annual SEED Challenge Final Pitch on April 10
The Austin community is invited to watch student-led impact ventures vie for $15,000
McCombs Made Podcast: Marcie and Bob Zlotnik
Marcie Zlotnik, BBA '83, and Bob Zlotnik, BBA '75, MBA '80, are invested in student success at McCombs, with their names on spaces in UT's Rowling Hall and the AT&T Center.
AI Impact: 2025 Business Outlook Series
Panelists share optimism about the post-election economy and predict AI’s influence
MBA Team Wins Biz Quiz
McCombs students use their knowledge of global business events to come out on top
1st in Digital Marketing Contest
4 MBA Marketing Fellows create winning plan for meat supplier
Standards Boost Sustainability Talk
Voluntary reporting guides lead to more sustainability disclosures in corporate earnings calls
Ideas From The Void
Beware the human tendency to attend to salient, attention-grabbing, negative events
Digital Shelf Labels
Yannis Stamatopoulos explains how digital shelf labels help retailers and don’t hurt customers
Upcoming Research Events
April research lunch details and May Ph.D. graduation information for your calendars
A Job Well Done
Thank you to all the faculty members and Ph.D. students who participated n the research McCombs Pingpong tournament (McCombs March Madness)
Just-Accepted Journal Publications
Thirteen new papers by McCombs faculty members
Settlement Could Lower Cost of Buying a Home
Deal could boost competition and reduce real estate commissions
Who’s to Blame When AI Makes a Medical Error?
In a JAMA Health Forum brief released today, Associate Professor of Management Shefali Patil warns assistive AI may pose a new burden for physicians
Looking for Donors? Start With Where They Live
Nonprofits can use public data to target fundraising appeals by state and ZIP code
Hildebrand Leadership Fellows
Enhanced offerings will customize MBA leadership development journey
McCombs Made Podcast: Marissa Jarratt
Marissa Jarratt is the Chief Marketing and Sustainability Officer at 7Eleven and a two-time graduate of The University of Texas at Austin.
AI Can Open Up Beds in the ICU
By explaining factors that affect a patient’s length of stay, artificial intelligence can help hospitals improve scheduling for staff and patients
11 Faculty Members To Receive Promotions for Fall Semester
New positions become effective ahead of fall semester
Need a Business Plan? Ask AI
An artificial intelligence tool can write and evaluate business plans as well as or better than humans can
Former U.S. Energy Secretary Warns of ‘Energy Emergency’
The KBH Energy Center co-hosts the former U.S. energy secretary for ‘Focus on Energy’ series
‘Ultimate WordPress Handbook’
McCombs marketing faculty member captures more than 15 years of WordPress experience in comprehensive new guide
Finding Common Ground in the Classroom
Maryam Zoweil’s SXSW EDU session will help students and educators tackle politics in the classroom
Energy in the New Year
UT’s KBH Energy Center hosts conversation with leading energy policy experts
McCombs MBA Takes Historic High in Financial Times
McCombs hit No. 17 among U.S. MBA programs
For Push Promotions, Timing Is Everything
Brick-and-mortar retailers can compete with Amazon by using notifications based on your location as well as your shopping habits
To Be Happier, Take a Vacation … From Your Smartphone
Blocking mobile internet for two weeks can improve mental health, feelings of well-being, and attention spans
McCombs Is Top 10 in the World for Faculty Research
Faculty research hits historic high in Financial Times MBA ranking
What Matters Most
In this episode of McCombs Made, Arthur Mills talks about his many different career pathways, the importance of education, and how he is paving the path for others to succeed.
Hildebrand’s $20 Million Gift Will Lift Premier Graduate Programs
Hildebrand’s $20 Million Gift Will Lift Premier Graduate Programs
Austin Fintech Event Feb. 19
Texas McCombs will host panel on fintech during its annual Business Outlook
Just-Accepted Journal Publications
24 new papers by McCombs faculty members
Faculty Awards
Kumar and Yu receive prestigious honors
A Job Well Done
Special thanks to participants in January research lunch
Ceding on Salaries
Social impact framing leads employees to negotiate for less
Paradigm Wars
There's a virtually never-ending battle between two camps of organizational scholars
Dallas Real Estate Event Feb. 13
Texas McCombs will host panel on the energy transition during its annual Business Outlook
30 Years of Student Investing
As the McCombs MBA Fund celebrates a milestone, a new generation of investors make their pitch
Q&A: How To Manage Feedback Overload
Planning for multiple feedback channels helps employees feel heard — and makes their feedback easier to act on.