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- 16 May 2017
- First Look
First Look at New Ideas and Research, May 16
governance (ESG) information in China, Denmark, Malaysia, and South Africa using differences-in-differences estimation with propensity score matched samples. We find that relative to propensity score matched control firms, treated firms... View Details
Keywords: Re: Multiple Faculty
- 12 Apr 2011
- First Look
First Look: April 12
that increases the influence of units in Africa and Asia; and innovations in accountability and transparency to the poor communities with which it works. But as Singh gets ready to step down after seven years, he is confronted with... View Details
Keywords: Sean Silverthorne
- 22 Jul 2008
- First Look
First Look: July 22, 2008
Business School Case 808-025 Explores the opportunities and threats to Unilever's global business in 1978 based on the commercial and political challenges faced by three of its subsidiaries, Lever Brothers in the United States, Hindustan Lever in India, and United... View Details
Keywords: Martha Lagace
- 19 Aug 2010
- News
Catchphrases, Mottos, and Cheers
We sometimes also had costumes. Various section men would don a head-to-toe skintight yellow suit. Think super hero with no powers and no cape. And very unforgiving. One sectionmate, originally from Africa but many years removed by the... View Details
- December 2014
- Case
Henry A. Kissinger as Negotiator: Background and Key Accomplishments
By: James K. Sebenius and Laurence A. Green
Following a brief summary of Henry A. Kissinger's career, this case describes three of his most pivotal negotiations: the historic establishment of U.S. diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China, the easing of geopolitical tension with the Soviet Union,... View Details
Keywords: Kissinger; Negotiation; Bargaining; Diplomacy; Multiparty Negotiations; Dispute Resolution; Mediation; Israel; Sinai; Egypt; Cold War; Detente; China; Nixon; Conflict Management; Negotiation Types; International Relations; Personal Development and Career; Israel; Egypt; China; United States; Soviet Union
Sebenius, James K., and Laurence A. Green. "Henry A. Kissinger as Negotiator: Background and Key Accomplishments." Harvard Business School Case 915-020, December 2014.
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Dean Srikant Datar’s 2024 Commencement Remarks | About
preserve the ties that make this community so special. You also came together to learn. As a result, I was honored to recognize the key leaders of two student clubs, the Jewish Student Association and the Middle East and North Africa... View Details
- 01 Sep 2013
- News
The First Scrum
play." They came. Brown: I'll never forget a tournament we played in New York on Ellis Island. Most of the other teams were made up of guys from Europe or South Africa or New Zealand who were working in New York. After the games, we'd sit... View Details
- 19 Jun 2009
- Research Event
Business Summit: The Evolution of Agribusiness
Editor's Note: This is a summary of an HBS Business Summit presentation. View a full summary and video of the event on the HBS Centennial Web site linked below. Date of Event: October 13, 2008 Moderator: David E. Bell, HBS faculty Speakers: Ray Goldberg, HBS faculty,... View Details
- 03 Oct 2006
- First Look
First Look: October 3, 2006
development in Africa and in other low-income countries. Provides a brief political and economic history of Rwanda, but focuses on the country preceding and after the genocide. A description of government policies since 1994 enables... View Details
Keywords: Sean Silverthorne
- 01 Mar 2023
- News
March 2023 Alumni and Faculty Books
the love of his life, and eventually three children. He shares his experiences doing business in the Common Market, communist countries, the Middle East and Africa from 1961 to 1980. This book is based on lengthy Christmas letters widely... View Details
- 19 Jun 2018
- First Look
New Research and Ideas, June 19, 2018
equipment over time. The case details PEG’s business model, growth strategy, financial structure, and the landscape of investment capital in West Africa during the time of the case. Purchase this... View Details
Keywords: Dina Gerdeman
- 28 May 2014
- Research & Ideas
Building Histories of Emerging Economies One Interview at a Time
The corporate histories of Apple, Coca-Cola, and Honda are well-documented stories that offer a window into the nuances of business in a particular place, at a particular time. As such, they're invaluable resources for research that influences future generations of... View Details
Keywords: by Julia Hanna
- July 2013
- Case
B. Zaitz & Sons Co. Farmland Investing
By: Andre F. Perold
In April 2013, Ben Zaitz was looking down at an expanse of agricultural land as his plane flew over the Midwest. He would soon arrive in northern Minnesota to meet with farmers regarding land he had recently purchased there. The vast tracts of row-crop acreage below... View Details
Keywords: Plant-Based Agribusiness; Investment; Market Participation; Business Strategy; Financial Services Industry; Agriculture and Agribusiness Industry; Minnesota; Latin America; Africa; United States; Europe
Perold, Andre F. "B. Zaitz & Sons Co. Farmland Investing." Harvard Business School Case 914-404, July 2013.
- 18 Aug 2011
- Lessons from the Classroom
Business Plan Contest: 15 Years of Building Better Entrepreneurs
to develop agricultural diagnostics for rural farmers in sub-Saharan Africa to detect milk spoilage, corn mold, and a cow's breeding status. "The entrepreneurial bug has definitely bitten me," says Puz. "Taking an idea and turning it into... View Details
- 01 Jun 2011
- News
The Best-Laid Plans
side effects of the powerful drugs used to treat HIV/AIDS and TB. In February, DFA’s reach broadened when the Gates Foundation continued its support by awarding the group a $2.99 million grant to develop agricultural diagnostics for rural farmers in sub-Saharan View Details
- 13 Mar 2018
- First Look
March 13, 2018
sustainability disclosure regulations on firms’ disclosure practices and valuations. Specifically, we explore the implications of regulations mandating the disclosure of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) information in China, Denmark, Malaysia, and South... View Details
Keywords: Sean Silverthorne
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Name Term Quarter Credits IFC: Europe; Decarbonization and Sustainable Production Technology & Operations Management Willy Shih , Michael Toffel January 2025 J 3.0 IFC: Ghana; Africa Rising General Management Hakeem I. Belo-Osagie January... View Details
- 21 Dec 2018
- News
Bridging the Gap
Valley, called Carbon 3D, that’s revolutionizing 3D printing. When I talked to her about that choice of a career move, she describes that underlying it is this deep commitment to figuring out how to return to West Africa and how to use... View Details
- 19 Jul 2011
- First Look
First Look: July 19
case:http://cb.hbsp.harvard.edu/cb/product/410008-PDF-ENG Nike Football: World Cup 2010 South Africa Elie Ofek and Ryan JohnsonHarvard Business School Case 511-060 Nike's Football Division needs to devise a strategy to excel at the 2010... View Details
Keywords: Sean Silverthorne
- 27 Sep 2004
- Research & Ideas
How Leaders Build Winning Streaks
new group. And in the largest show of confidence in other people demonstrated by anyone mentioned in this book, Nelson Mandela opened discussion on a new constitution for South Africa to thousands of people in town meetings all over his... View Details
Keywords: by Rosabeth Moss Kanter