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AIB Review
By The Australian Institute of Business
Welcome to AIB Review
AIB Review is our very own digital quarterly industry publication that brings the expertise and insights of the AIB community to trending issues in the business world. It is part of AIB’s commitment to deliver ongoing value to our past and present student community. Since its inception, AIB Review is now distributed to over 200,000 alumni, current students and community members, with readership growing with each issue.
The Twelfth Issue – Evolving Perspectives on Work-Life Integration and Professional Growth: Empowering Choices
Welcome to the 12th issue of the AIB Review, a special edition dedicated to exploring the dynamic and evolving perspectives on work-life integration and professional growth. This issue, guest-edited by Dr Mahan Poorhosseinzadeh and Dr Parth Patel, Senior Lecturers at the Australian Institute of Business (AIB), aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of work-life balance, reproductive leave policies and career growth. Through a diverse array of eleven insightful articles, we seek to offer actionable insights for policymakers, organisations and individuals, paving the way for more inclusive and sustainable approaches to empower choices in the modern workplace as work environments and societal norms continue to change.
We invite readers from all sectors, including academics, practitioners, legal experts, government officials and professionals, to engage with these articles and join the conversation on the evolving landscape of work-life integration. By sharing diverse perspectives and experiences, we hope to contribute to a more inclusive and empowered workforce, where everyone can thrive both professionally and personally.
Pregnant and Working? Breaking Barriers and Rethinking Workplace Policies for Inclusive Support
Bianca Lemon, Chief Experience Officer, SKOPE Industries and DBA Candidate, Australian Institute of Business
Soraiya Fuda, Media Executive, Head of Content and Planning, News Corp Australia
Dr Alicia Stanway, Discipline Leader (Human Resources and Management) and Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Associate Professor Mulyadi Robin, Associate Dean (Teaching and Learning), Australian Institute of Business
In the realm of workplace policies in Australia, this article delves into the intricate dynamics at play where advancements and challenges converge for pregnant employees. Despite strides in acknowledging expectant mothers’ rights, a nuanced struggle persists within family leave frameworks, particularly regarding antenatal care. We highlight the critical evolution of policies to cater to women’s health needs in professional settings, emphasising the pivotal role of inclusivity in fostering equitable workplaces.
Boosting Satisfaction and Career Growth with Family Benefits and Inclusive Policies
Samir Sukkar, Board member in various insurance companies, Australian Institute of Business (AIB) Alumni
Dr Mahan Poorhosseinzadeh, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
This article highlights the significance of fostering diversity and inclusion within organisations to support employees across various life stages. It delves into how an inclusive culture benefits employees and the company by enhancing engagement, retention and professional development. The paper showcases the positive impacts on employee satisfaction and career progression by illustrating initiatives and policies, like reproductive leave policies and family-friendly benefits. Furthermore, it underscores the importance of confronting workplace challenges, such as discrimination against pregnant and parenting workers, to foster a truly inclusive environment. The article demonstrates how embracing diversity and inclusion can be a strategic advantage, leading to innovation, improved productivity and a competitive edge through examples from companies like Google and Patagonia.
The Pregnant Pause: Challenges in Reproductive Leave for Professional Dancers
Sarah R. B. Ahmadi, Doctorate of Business Administration Candidate, Australian Institute of Business
Dr Svetlana De Vos, Discipline Leader Marketing and Entrepreneurship and Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
Dr Bora Qesja, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
Dr Samaneh Soleimani, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
This article explores the experience of women who become pregnant while in the dance industry. While maternity leave is encoded in Canadian legislation, this industry is one where the dancer’s physical state is a factor in hiring in that it represents the image of the company. As such, is reproductive leave enough for this industry? Are dancers empowered in pregnancy or is there a gap between leave policies and lived experience?
The Balancing Act: Can You Grow Your Career While Enjoying Work-Life Harmony?
Camilla Hasloch, Founder of Glass Ceiling Career Management and NBHR Consulting, Australian Institute of Business Alumni
Balancing career success with personal life involves six key strategies: adaptability, continuous learning, strategic networking, digital literacy, wellbeing and purpose-driven careers. This article explores how adaptability and continuous learning keep you relevant while strategic networking and digital literacy enhance opportunities. Prioritising wellbeing ensures a healthy work-life balance and aligning your values with your career fosters satisfaction. The holistic approach of the Kaleidoscope Career Model (KCM) supports this balance for long-term success and fulfilment.
Employee Treatment and Financial Performance
Dr Amanpreet Kaur, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
Dr Christiana Osei Bonsu, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
Dr Mahan Poorhosseinzadeh, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
Employees are an organisation’s most valuable asset—when treated fairly, they drive financial performance. Fair treatment of employees encompasses flexible work arrangements; health and safety policies; profit sharing; retirement benefits; diversity, equality and inclusivity initiatives; and, policies that balance work and family life. This article positions such treatment as a beneficial investment leading to financial benefits like improved performance, enhanced innovation and a strong organisational reputation.
Professional Growth vs. Personal Life Focus: Evolving Perspectives on Work-Life Harmony and How Organisations Can Embrace the Empowered Workplace
Micah Walker, Founder and CEO, Eagle Origins, Australian Institute of Business Alumni and AIB Industry Advisory Board member
Megan Holden-Wells, Group Marketing Co-ordinator, Bi-Rite Home Appliances
Work-life harmony is not a simple equation. Career development and a fulfilling personal life are often portrayed as opposing goals, though they are two sides of the human experience and can exist in harmony over a lifetime. By unlocking the potential of the empowered workplace to achieve personal fulfilment, pioneering organisations can redefine enterprise growth as a source of human flourishing.
Beyond Gender: To Have Work-Life Balance, First, You Need a Job!
Dr Carlene Boucher, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business.
Work-life balance is crucial for many in the workforce, including those considering joining, re-joining or staying, such as mothers and mature workers. However, for people with disabilities, securing a job is the first challenge as they are much less likely to be employed. Despite employers often facing staffing shortages, unconscious bias and a lack of trust hinder the recruitment of people with disabilities. Good practices from companies like Wesfarmers, Vodafone, the Australian Public Service and IBM Canada showcase successful strategies for not only hiring but also supporting employees with disabilities through work-life balance initiatives. These include flexible hours, remote work, accessible accommodations and targeted recruitment efforts. The article highlights the need for visible executive support, proactive recruitment, inclusive policies and comprehensive education to create a truly inclusive workplace.
Different Strokes for Different Folks
Dr Bhavna Bajaj, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
Many companies offer parental benefits solely focused on paid and unpaid leave, neglecting the diverse needs of modern families. This ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach fails to address the realities of single-parent households and other family configurations. This article explores how leveraging social capital theory can help employers enhance their support for new parents. By focusing on bonding within the company, bridging connections with experienced colleagues and linking to external resources, employers can foster a positive work-life balance. Examples of good practice include flexible hours, remote work and supportive community initiatives. Clear communication and accessibility of these benefits are crucial and viewing parental leave as a strategic advantage rather than just a compliance issue can attract and retain top talent.
Evolution and Prospects: Tracing the Trajectory of Reproductive Leave Policies in Australian Workplaces
Jessica Heron, Lawyer, Maurice Blackburn
Dr Mahan Poorhosseinzadeh, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
Reproductive leave and flexible work policies are crucial in Australia, addressing challenges employees face during menstruation, menopause, fertility treatments and reproductive health screenings. These policies promote gender equality, work-life balance and overall well-being. Despite limited provisions in current legislation, recent advocacy has sparked a campaign to expand these rights, highlighting their importance for workplace inclusivity. The Together Union survey reveals the significant impact of inadequate reproductive health support on retention, productivity and mental well-being. Many employees are willing to use designated leave for reproductive health issues. The article calls for urgent policy reform to provide inclusive and supportive reproductive health measures in the workplace, ensuring necessary support without stigma.
Mastering the Balance: Boundary Management Strategies for Career Succession and Work-Life Equilibrium
Dr Shuana Zafar Nasir, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
Nasir Mahmood, Online Learning Facilitator, Australian Institute of Business/Lecturer, Victorian School of Commerce
In the ever-changing landscape of the modern workplace, where the demands of career and personal life intertwine, a pressing need arises for a nuanced exploration of the delicate balance between work-life and the pursuit of professional growth. This article embarks on a journey to outline some boundary management strategies that support individuals in progressing in their careers and navigating personal life milestones with resilience.
Outcomes of a National Review: Work Conditions and Equity for Australian Parents
Dr Rachael Potter, Research Fellow, University of South Australia
Over 1,000 pregnant and parent workers responded to a comprehensive National Review into work conditions and experiences of discrimination. 89.0% of respondents reported experiencing work-related discrimination, disadvantage and/or bias during pregnancy, 84.7% during parental leave and 92.8% during return-to-work. Without greater preventative or intervening action from stakeholder groups, the discrimination raised in the review will remain pervasive, socially tolerated, and ‘normal’, with adverse effects for this important population.
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The Eleventh Issue – Generative Artificial Intelligence in Business: Implications for Practice and Policy
Introducing the highly anticipated eleventh issue of AIB Review by the Australian Institute of Business – Generative Artificial Intelligence in Business: Implications for Practice and Policy. This issue delves into the multifaceted impact of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) on the business landscape, exploring its transformative potential.
From revolutionising content creation and personalising customer experiences to enhancing data analysis, decision-making and supply chain optimisation, this collection of twelve thought-provoking articles offers a comprehensive look at how GenAI is reshaping the business world.
| Title | Author |
| Advancing the Community of Inquiry upon Experience (CoI-E) Framework in the Age of Generative Artificial Intelligence | Dr Kasun Chandrasekara, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Sumesh Nair, Associate Professor, Australian Institute of Business |
| Exploring Linkages Between the Golden Triangle, Mental Health and Generative Artificial Intelligence | Aaron Pesa, Senior Analyst, BlackBerry and Australia Institute of Business Alumni |
| Navigating the Evolution of Generative Artificial Intelligence through a Multifocal Lens: Insights for Business from Three Industry Experts | Micah Walker, Founder and CEO, Eagle Origins, Australian Institute of Business Alumni and AIB Industry Advisory Board member Caitlin Guilfoyle, Future of Work Leader, PwC, Australian Institute of Business Alumni and AIB Industry Advisory Board member Adam Grocke, Founder and CEO, Sherlock and Australian Institute of Business Industry Advisory Board member |
| Supply Chain 5.0: Aligning Artificial Intelligence with Human Intelligence | Dr Chad Dean, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Beyond Imagination: The Creative Power of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Marketing | Associate Professor Diane Kalendra, Assistant Academic Dean, Australian Institute of Business |
| Exploring Generative Artificial Intelligence: A Guide for Business Leaders | Nick Ferguson, Manager, Levant Consulting and Australian Institute of Business Alumni |
| Navigating the Intersection between Entrepreneurial Innovation and Generative Artificial Intelligence Using Your Inner Voice | Krishnan Hariharan, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| The Role of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Employee Skill Enhancement and Task Allocation | Dr Mamun Ala, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Leveraging Generative Artificial Intelligence in the Age of the Metaverse: Opportunities in Social Media Advertising | Dr Eswaranathan Ehambaranathan (Nathan Ehambara), Chief Strategy Officer, DG Sentinel and Online Facilitator, Australian Institute of Business Clement Joseph, Postgraduate Student, Whitireia, Te Pūkenga Dr Mark Hall, Lecturer, UCOL, Te Pūkenga |
| Unleashing The Creative Beast: How Generative Artificial Intelligence Is Revolutionising Business | Francesca D’Urso, Australian Institute of Business Alumni and Operations & Supply Chain Management Industry Panel Member Maria D’Urso, Australian Institute of Business Alumni Salvi-Nicholas Montalto, Australian Institute of Business Alumni |
| Generative Artificial Intelligence Reshaping Business: Adapting Cybersecurity Strategies for the New Era | Vasiliki Vaso Charitsis, Australian Institute of Business Alumni and Marketing & Entrepreneurship Industry Panel Member. Sallina Jeffrey, Australian Institute of Business Alumni and Marketing & Entrepreneurship Industry Panel Member. Arthur Sitaramayya, Australian Institute of Business Alumni and Marketing & Entrepreneurship Industry Panel Member. Aliye Ozcan, Australian Institute of Business Alumni and Marketing & Entrepreneurship Industry Panel Member. |
| Dancing With Generative Artificial Intelligence: The Importance of Getting the Steps Right | Sarah R. B. Ahmadi, Doctor of Business Administration Candidate, Australian Institute of Business Dr Svetlana De Vos, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Bora Qesja, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Samaneh Soleimani, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
The Tenth Issue – Online Learning: Current Challenges and Future Trends
Introducing the highly anticipated tenth issue of AIB Review by the Australian Institute of Business – Online Learning: Current Challenges and Future Trends. Dive into our exploration of the evolving landscape of online education and the transformative changes that have reshaped it, plus unlock insights into its future shape.
With eleven thought-provoking articles, our esteemed contributors tackle crucial topics like unlocking academic success, futureproofing online learning in higher education, and the role of cybergogy in the age of the Metaverse. Explore the challenges and opportunities of online education, the emergence of AI in academic literacies, and the secrets to designing online learning for enhanced student satisfaction.
| Title | Author |
| Futureproofing Online Learning in Higher Education | Associate Professor Diane Kalendra, Assistant Academic Dean, Australian Institute of Business |
| The Online Orientation Program at AIB: An Iterative Approach | Professor Ingrid Day, Editor Barbara Coat, Librarian & Orientation Coordinator, Australian Institute of Business |
| Academic Literacies in the Emergence of Artificial Intelligence | Stephanie Schembri |
| Adult Learners’ Engagement in an Online Environment for Finance Subjects | Dr Kavita Goel, Dr Christiana Osei Bonsu, Australian Institute of Business |
| The Role of Enhanced Teaching Presence In Bridging The ‘Distance’ In Distance Education | Dr Mamun Ala, Dr Kuldeep Kaur, Australian Institute of Business |
| Managing Online Management Education: A Community of Inquiry upon Experience (Col-E) Perspective | Dr Sumesh Nair, Dr Kasun Chandrasekara, Australian Institute of Business |
| Doctorate Online Learning: Some Current Challenges and Future Trends | Tess Coughlan, Dr Donald Winchester, Australian Institute of Business John Gellel, General Manager, Kastle Systems Australia |
| Cybergogy in the Age of The Metaverse: Opportunities and Challenges for Online Learning in Higher Education | Eswaranathan Ehambaranathan, Chief Strategy Officer, DG Sentinel Stephen O’Connor, Lecturer, Institute of the Pacific United |
| Unlocking Academic Success: How The JD-R Model Can Help Overcome Perceived Challenges of Online Learning | Bianca Lemon, Doctoral Research Candidate, Australian Institute of Business Dr Alicia Stanway, Dr Mulyadi Robin, Australian Institute of Business |
| Factors Impacting Online Student Satisfaction: Designing for the Future | Svetlana De Vos, Bora Qesja, Senior Lecturer, Marketing and Entrepreneurship, Australian Institute of Business Liz Heathcote, Director of Online Learning, Australian Institute of Business Michelle Riggs, Edward Willson, Educational Designer, Australian Institute of Business Mingwei Sun, Lecturer, Finance, Australian Institute of Business |
| HDR Coursework at a Distance: Lessons from Literature and Experience | Carlene Boucher, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
The Ninth Issue – Special Edition: Marketing & Entrepreneurship, what lies ahead
Keeping up with the pace of trends in the world of entrepreneurship and marketing is no easy feat but to stay ahead of your competition and predict your customer’s needs, it’s vital.
In this Special Edition of the AIB Review, leading industry professionals and members of AIB’s Marketing and Entrepreneurship faculty dive deep into the need-to-know industry trends and issues that lie ahead. Whilst we can’t predict with certainty what the future of marketing and entrepreneurship holds, these industry professionals who have their finger on the pulse provide incredible insight for trends to be prepared for in 2023 and beyond.
To celebrate this Special Edition, we gathered several of the authors and contributors to discuss themes covered in this Review in even greater depth. Listen to the podcast here.
| Title | Author |
|---|---|
| Consumer shift towards sustainability – The Australian packaging market is going green…Or is it? | Andrew Licata, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| The Show Must Go On: Entrepreneurship in Dance Education | Sarah R. B. Ahmadi, Master of Management Candidate, Australian Institute of Business & Dr Svetlana De Vos, Dr Bora Qesja, Dr. Samaneh Soleimani, Australian Institute of Business |
| An Emerging Trend of Mindful Consumption: Why People Don’t Walk Their Talk? | Dr Samaneh Soleimani, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business & Arash Dehghani (BPsychSc, BSc, MSc),Telecommunications Engineer and Psychology Graduate. |
| Helping Entrepreneurs Rebound from Disruption: Role Of Academic Incubators | Dr Chad Dean, Lecturer in Operations and Project Management, Australian Institute of Business |
| Consumer-Driven De-Growth Trends: A Call for Marketing Paradigm Shift? | Dr Svetlana De Vos, Dr Bora Qesja, Australian Institute of Business |
| Sustainable Marketing – Now or Never | Dr Sumesh Nair, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Influencer Marketing is Big Business: Lessons to Date and Future Directions | Associate Professor Diane Kalendra, Dr Tareq Rasul, Australian Institute of Business. |
| Emerging Trends to Enhance Agritourism Promotion | Cole Ambrock, DBA Candidate, Australian Institute of Business Dr Svetlana De Vos, Dr Uwe Kaufmann, Australian Institute of Business |
| The Dark Side Of Social Media And Influencer Marketing | Bora Qesja, Samaneh Soleimani, Tareq Rasul, Australian Institute of Business |
| A Case for Environment Friendliness Ratings | Dr. Rupesh Goel, Lecturer in Marketing, Australian Institute of Business |
| Customer Engagement – The Key to a Sustainable Future | Krishnan Hariharan, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Entrepreneurship Beyond Tomorrow | Micah Walker, MBA, Founder and CEO – Eagle Origins |
| Dealing with Market Trends: Why Firms Often Fail to Keep up with Market Innovation | Gediminas Lipnickas, Lecturer in Marketing, UniSA Online Bora Qesja, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
The Eighth Issue – Global Disruption: Implications for Business?
The humanitarian, migration, and refugee implications of the Russian invasion of Ukraine bring devastation to no end. And in a world still dealing with the after-effects of the global pandemic, it is now our responsibility to prepare for a whole new set of issues that are already impacting the global economy and society.
Now is the time to accept the challenges and take on the opportunity to support our society into the future.
| Title | Author |
|---|---|
| Checking The Rear-View Mirror: The Online Food Delivery Industry | Andrew Licata, Australian Institute of Business |
| Enterprise Risk Management Amidst Global Disruptions | Kaveen Bachoo, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Every Organisation Needs Project Management Capability | Dr Greg Usher, Executive General Manager (Buildings & Property), RPS |
| Global Disruption And Staff Shortages: Time To Look At Overlooked Resources? | Carlene Boucher, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Global Disruption: Perspectives from HRM, Marketing And Strategic Management | Dr Sehrish Shahid, Dr Sumesh Nair, and Dr Mamun Ala, Australian Institute of Business |
| Kintsugi – The Art Of Disaster | Amanda MacKinnell, MBA MGPM MAIPM, Australian Industry Capability Program Manager, NIOA & Online Learning Facilitator, AIB, and Mohsen Varsei, PhD, AIB |
| Mitigating Covid-19 Business Disruption With Cloud Computing | Sathasivan Pillay (DBA Candidate), Dr Kavita Goel and Dr Uwe Kaufmann, Australian Institute of Business |
| Returning To The Office Post-Pandemic: Challenges And Recommendations | Dr Kuldeep Kaur, Dr Mamun Ala and Dr Syed Mohyuddin, Australian Institute of Business |
| The War in Ukraine: How Are Brands Responding? | Associate Professor Diane Kalendra, Assistant Academic Dean, Australian Institute of Business. |
| Trade Diversification in the World of Disruption – How Australian Coal Survived China’s Ban | Mingwei Sun, Lecturer in Finance, Australian Institute of Business, Kavita Goel, Senior Lecturer in Finance, Australian Institute of Business, and Christiana Osei Bonsu, Lecturer in Finance, Australian Institute of Business |
The Seventh Issue – The Next Industrial Revolution
We are at the outset of the next industrial revolution. Unlike the past four revolutions that have significantly transformed daily life as we know it, this one has the possibility to be the first where humans will be taken into account as much as profit.
| Title | Author |
|---|---|
| Adapting to the Next Industrial Revolution – Whose job is it to upskill employees? | Dr Dilraj Wadhwa, Dr Kuldeep Kaur & Dr Mamun Ala, Australian Institute of Business |
| Does Proptech have a role in the Next Industrial Revolution | John Gellel: Doctoral candidate, Australian Institute of Business; General Manager, Kastle Systems Australia; President, Australian Security Industry Association Limited (ASIAL) Dr Donald Winchester, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Shrimal Perera, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Firm Demand for Soft Skills: A Renaissance of Human Factors – A Personal Reflection | Francesca D’Urso, MBA (Log&SCMgt), Implementation Specialist & Management Consultant at Brooks International |
| Freight Collaboration and AI in the Next Industrial Revolution: An Opportunity | Andy Clark, MBA, PhD Candidate, Australian Institute of Business and Dr Ethan Nikookar, Australian Institute of Business |
| Green Hydrogen for a Green Planet – Opportunities and Challenges | Dr Rupesh Goel and Dr Sumesh Nair, Australian Institute of Business |
| Leaving It All Behind: Evolution of the Work Environment and Liminal Spaces in the New Industrial Revolution 4.0 | Ivan Ocampo, Doctoral Candidate, Australian Institute of Business Dr Bora Qesja, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Samaneh Soleimani, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Parth Patel, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Leveraging Big Data Towards Customer Engagement – Case of Genome Sequencing | Krishnan R Hariharan, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Managerial Imperatives in Merging the Physical, Digital and Biological Worlds | Dr Saadia Mahmud, Lecturer in Management, Australian Institute of Business Dr Sherish Shahid, Lecturer in Leadership, Australian Institute of Business Dr Mamun Ala, Lecturer in International Business and Strategic Management, Australian Institute of Business Dr Syed Mohyuddin, Senior Lecturer & Discipline Leader, Human Resources & Management, Australian Institute of Business |
| People Take Back the Power in the Next Industrial Revolution | Giulia Savio: Group Manager Diversity & Organisational Effectiveness, St Barbara |
| Post Pandemic Industrial Revolution: Towards A Digital Humanism | Dr Chad Dean, Lecturer in Operations and Project Management, Australian Institute of Business |
| Transitioning from Education to Work during the 4th Industrial Revolution | Dr. Touhid Bhuiyan, Lecturer in Cyber Security, Australian Institute of Business |
The Sixth Issue – Professional and Business Ethics
Professional and business ethics: is it a grey area? Is ethical behaviour a clear-cut thing?
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use in the Health Care Context: Ethical Challenges and Solutions | Dr Svetlana De Vos, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Mulyadi Robin, Associate Professor, Australian Institute of Business Kathryn Clews, PhD Candidate, Australian Institute of Business |
| Do Ethics Matter in International Business Diplomacy? A Look at Australia and the AUKUS Alliance | Parth Patel (Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business, Australia) and Arijit De (University of Manchester, UK) |
| Fake it until you make it – Ethical Considerations in Innovation | Amanda MacKinnell, DBA Candidate Dr Mohsen Varsei, Discipline Leader and Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Gamble Responsibly: Social Responsibility or Ethical Dilemma? | Andrew Licata, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Has Covid Made Organisations More Ethical? | Carlene Boucher, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Integrity And Firm Performance – Only Time Will Tell | Dr Mingwei Sun, Lecturer in Finance, Australian Institute of Business |
| Is It Ethical for Profitable Businesses to Keep Job Keeper Payments? | Dr Kavita Goel, Discipline Leader – Finance Dr Donald Winchester, Senior Lecturer – Finance |
| Making Ethics Profitable | Michelle Peatman, Management Consultant, Evolutionary Consulting, MBA Graduate 2020 |
| Professional And Business Ethics: Private Security in Australia | John Gellel, Doctoral Candidate, Australian Institute of Business Dr Donald Winchester, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Sustainable Development and Ethics | Sinikinesh Beyene Jimma, Doctoral Research (HDR) Candidate, Australian Institute of Business Dr Diane Kalendra, Discipline Leader and Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Mohsen Varsei, Discipline Leader and Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Donald Winchester, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| The ‘bad apples’ among the organizational leaders: Do we know them? | Dr Mamun Ala, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Kuldeep Kaur, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Dilraj Wadhwa, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| The Elusive Business of Ethics | Dr Sumesh Nair, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Tareq Rasul Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Samaneh Soleimani, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| The Ethics of Repairability | Dr Mamun Ala, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Sumesh Nair, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| The New Ethics of Banking Technology | Bernard Perchman, Team lead, MBA (IAB), M(Applied Finance), GAICD, BscH, AIB MBA Graduate |
The Fifth Issue – The Diversity Challenge
In the fifth issue of The AIB Review, we are looking at the diversity challenge through the lens of our AIB MBA community.
| Creating Job Opportunities In The Pacific Through Diversification | Dr Uwe Kaufman, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Direct Selling: Tackling the Challenge of Women’s Inclusion in the Base of the Pyramid (BOP) Labour Markets | Mahan Poorhosseinzadeh, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Samaneh Soleimani, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Maryam Masoumi, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Mulyadi Robin, Associate Professor, Australian Institute of Business |
| Disability: The Missing Diversity Category | Carlene Boucher, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Discrimination, Mental Health & Recruitment Processes – A Personal Reflection | Francesca D’Urso, Sourcing and Procurement Analyst, Global Strategic Sourcing (Indirect Operations) at CAE Inc. and AIB MBA Alumni |
| Diversity as a Cure for the One Tracked Mind | Tanyika Fraser, Strategy, Design & Planning Consultant, Author, Self Employed and AIB MBA Alumni |
| Diversity Management Is Not A Myth, It’s A Reality For A Productive Workplace And Increased Profitability | Dr Tareq Rasul, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Sumesh Nair, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Gender Diversity PLUS: Beyond the ‘She’ Effect & Tokenism | Christiana Osei Bonsu, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Shrimal Perera, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Is It a Bloody Good Idea? Talking About Menstrual and Menopause Leave in Australia | Mulyadi Robin, Associate Professor, Australian Institute of Business Mahan Poorhosseinzadeh, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Lack of Equal Representation in the Australian Television Media | Sanjay Bhosale, Assistant Director Communications, Australian Government and AIB MBA Alumni |
| Let’s NOT Be On the Same Page: Project Managers Need To Harness Various (and Opposing) Views | Michael Broadbent, Group Executive, Qscan Group and Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Mohsen Varsei, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Mind Your Language: Promoting An Age-Inclusive Workforce | Dr Jacqueline Larkin |
| Rethinking Diversity – Importance of Inclusion, Equity and Empathy | Dr Sumesh Nair, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business
Dr Mamun Ala, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| The Diversity Challenge | Vernice N. C. Phillip, MBA Graduate, Australian Institute of Business |
| The Inclusive Dance: Ways to Leverage a Diverse Culture | Mahan Poorhosseinzadeh, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Alicia Stanway, Industry Engagement Officer, Subject Coordinator and Academic Integrity Officer, Australian Institute of Business Ingrid Day, Academic Dean, Australian Institute of Business |
| When Lack of Diversity is no Longer an Option: The Increasing Importance of Consumer Voice in Shaping Brand Decisions and the Market | Dr Diane Kalendra, Discipline Leader Marketing and Entrepreneurship, Australian Institute of Business
Dr Bora Qesja, Marketing Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Accentism – A Serious Form Of Disguised Prejudice In Culturally Diverse Societies | Dr Kuldeep Kaur, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Dilraj Wadhwa, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Mamun Ala, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
The Fourth Issue – Looking Back, Learning Forward
In the fourth issue of the AIB Review, we are Looking Back, Learning Forward. Reflecting on the past and forecasting the future, looking back can mean over a month or a year or a century, or more. What do we repeat, what changes, and what do we learn, transform and adapt?
| Antifragile Supply Chain: A Key to Success in The Post-Covid “New Normal” | Dr Ethan Nikookar, Lecturer and Dr Mohsen Varsei, Senior Lecturer and Discipline Leader, Australian Institute of Business |
| Are Financial Statements Providing useful and Relevant Information, Beyond Compliance? | Kaveen Bachoo, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Challenges of Transitioning to Online Learning and the Importance of Social Learning in a Successful Online Experience: A Case Study | Dr Bora Qesja, Lecturer and Dr Samaneh Soleimani, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Critical Systems Thinking for Successfully Coping with COVID-19 and the Future. | Dr Kasun Chandrasekara, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Death by Data, Lessons in Digitally Transforming | Erle Pereira, IT Strategist, Freelance Consultant |
| Digital Transformation: How Hybrid Cloud and Artificial Intelligence Have Moved From Priority to Essential Seat | Aliye Ozcan, Global Program Director Data and AI Strategy, IBM and Dr Diane Kalendra, Discipline Leader in Marketing and Entrepreneurship, Australia Institute of Business |
| Does COVID-19 Redefine Flexible Working Arrangements (FWAS) For Women? | Dr Mahan Poorhosseinzadeh & Dr Mamun Ala, Australian Institute of Business |
| From Source to Socket – Rapid Change Has Commenced | Robert Whiteley, Business Solutions Manager, Brennan IT |
| Highlighting the Hidden Heroes of Healthcare | Louise Tingey, Health Services Business Manager |
| How are Small Businesses Accessing Finance During COVID? | Dr Kavita Goel, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Imposter Syndrome: Can It Help in Overcoming Career Roadblocks? A Personal Reflection | Fiona Macaulay, Compliance Officer, Local Government |
| Marketing in the New Normal | Dr Diane Kalendra, Discipline Leader in Marketing and Entrepreneurship, Australia Institute of Business |
| Reflecting Backward to Evolve Forward: Integrating Mindfullness and Optimism into your Refletive Practice | Alicia Stanway, Leadership Lecturer and Industry Engagement Manager, Australian Institute of Business and Kerry Kingham, OLF and Founder, Kerry Kingham Coaching |
| Reflecting on our Past, Learnings for our Future: Traditional, Modern and Future Consumer | Dr. Svetlana De Vos, Senior Lecturer and Dr. Bora Qesja, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Teaching Strategic Management: Preparing our students to better cope with disruptions in the Age of Discontinuity | Mamun Ala, Noel Richards, Sanjeev Abeynayake, Sri Sivanathan & Syed Mohyuddun, Australian Institute of Business |
| Technology’s Vital Few | Aaron Pesa, Senior Analyst, BlackBerry QNX |
| The New (?) Elephant in the Room: Cryptocurrencies | Shrimal Perera & Christiana Osei Bonsu, Australian Institute of Business |
| What Working From Home Taught us About Employee Engagement | Michelle Peatman, Management Consultant, Evolutionary Consulting |
| Why Cultural Engagement Matters for Mentorship: Drawing Lessons from Papua New Guinea | Dr Warren Doudle, Managing Director, SecRisk Pty Ltd Australia |
The Third Issue – The Role, Rights and Responsibilities of the State/Government in a National Crisis
The third AIB Review issue looks at role, rights and responsibilities of the State/Government in a National crisis.
| Title | Author |
|---|---|
| A COVID Perspective on Consultancy – Managing Onsite Consultancy When the Site No Longer Exists | Bernard Perchman, Team Lead, ETrading and Australian Institute of Business Alumni |
| Australian Manufacturing Crisis: Thinking Strategically About Operations and Supply Chains | Dr Mohsen Varsei, Senior Lecturer and Discipline Leader, Australian Institute of Business |
| Communication in Times of National Crisis: The Role of Governments and Other Actors | Dr Diane Kalendra, Discipline Leader and Senior Lecturer in Marketing and Entrepreneurship, Australian Institute of Business |
| COVID-19 & Older Workers: Challenges for Government | Dr Jacqueline Larkin, Senior Lecturer in HRM, and Academic Integrity Officer, Australian Institute of Business |
| COVID-19, Governments, and Certain Uncertainties | Dr Shrimal Perera, Lecture, Australian Institute of Business By Dr Kavita Goel, Lecture, Australian Institute of Business |
| DMOs Unexpected Roles and Responsibilities During Crisis Times | Dr Paul Singh, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Samaneh Soleimani, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Ensuring Government Crisis Responses Do Not Come at the Expense of Human Rights. | Sam Klintworth, National Director, Amnesty International Australia and Australian Institute of Business Alumni |
| Equal Opportunity: Is it an Underestimated National Priority that Might Lead to a National Crisis? | Dr Mamun Ala, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Mahan Poorhosseinzadeh, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Leadership in a Time of Global Crisis: Who Plays a Role? | Dr Mulyadi Robin, Associate Professor, Australian Institute of Business |
| People, Partnerships and Policy – Macrosocial Marketing Interventions During a National Crisis. | Dr Sumesh Nair, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Rupesh Goel, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| The Roles and Responsibilities of Governments to Deal with the Unintended Consequences of Environmental Policies | Dr Uwe Kaufmann, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Harald Kaufmann, Australian Institute of Business |
The Second Issue – Climate Change
In the second issue of the AIB Review, we explore the impacts of Climate Change across a broad range of industries and frameworks.
| Title | Author |
|---|---|
| Climate Change – A World of Opportunities for Entrepreneurs. | Krishnan Hariharan, Online Learning Facilitator, Australian Institute of Business |
| Climate Change – Why People Don’t Care? | Mingwei Sun, Lecturer in Finance, Australian Institute of Business. Kavita Goel, Discipline Leader, Australian Institute of Business. |
| Climate Change and COVID-19: Is Working from Home Sustainable for the Environment? | Dr Vishal Rana, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Syed Mohyuddin, Discipline Leader and Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Climate Change and Finance: Is There Any Relationship? | Kaveen Bachoo, Sessional Academic, Australian Institute of Business |
| Climate Change as an International Issue: Strategic Implications for Business. | Mamun Ala, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business. Dr Syed Mohyuddin, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business. |
| Climate Change Policy Initiatives Gone Wrong: The Cobra Effect. | Kris Iyer, Online Facilitator, Australian Institute of Business |
| Climate Change: The Black Elephant in the Airplane Cabin. | Michael Galvin, Consultant, Australian Institute of Business |
| Climate-Friendly Supply Chains: Driven by Business Value Not Regulations. | Dr Maryam Masoumi, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Consumer-Driven Market Shaping in the Era of Climate Change | Dr Bora Qesja, Marketing Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| COVID-19 and Climate: A Certain Chemistry. | Shrimal Perera, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Cultural Imaginings and Climate Change – Has the Time for Critical Regionalism Finally Arrived? | Angelina Russo, Associate Dean, Australian Institute of Business |
| Fiji’s Tax Credits for the Importation of Hybrid Cars: The Unintended Consequences of Environmental Policies. | Uwe Kaufmann, Australian Institute of Business Harald Kaufmann, Australian Institute of Business |
| Habits, Consumption and Marketing During the Pandemic and Beyond. | Dr Sumesh Nair, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Tareq Rasul, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Putting ‘Green’ into Human Resource Management | Dr Jacqueline Larkin, Senior Lecturer in HRM, and Academic Integrity Officer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Re-energising the Climate Change Narrative in the South Pacific Region. | Mohit (Max) Bhanabhai, Executive Director TravelBiz Pty Ltd and Australian Institute of Business MBA student |
| Thinking About Climate Change Demands Sustainabaility Solutions. | Dr Kaushik Sridhar, Online Learning Facilitator, Australian Institute of Business |
| Why Can’t We Pivot for Climate Change? Understanding the Traps of Climate Change Inaction. | Mulyadi Robin, Associate Dean, Australian Institute of Business. Kirti Mishra, Assistant Professor, Indian Institute of Management. |
| You Broke It, You Fix It’ – The Pro-Environmental Behaviours of Individuals and Households. | Sumesh Nair, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Tareq Rasul, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
The First Issue – COVID-19
Australian Institute of Business introduces its first issue of the AIB Review, A brand new publication that brings the expertise and insights of the AIB community to topical issues through the lens of our academic specialisations.
| Title | Author |
|---|---|
| Coronavirus Shows Us New Ways of Thinking and Doing | Dr Mohsen Varsei, Discipline Leader, Australian Institute of Business |
| Coronavirus Disruptions: Some Thoughts on Dealing with Strategic Uncertainty in International Business | Dr Mamun Ala, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| COVID-19: A Five-Point Agenda for Strategic Human Resource Management | Krishnan Hariharan, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| COVID-19: Being Prepared for the Rebound in Business | Daren McKennay, Partner, Crescent Capital Partners |
| COVID-19: Cash is Still King | Dr Danilo Wegner, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Donald Winchester, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Deferring Loan Repayments (Moratorium): Think Before You Act | Dr Kavita Goel, Discipline Leader, Australian Institute of Business |
| Digital Marketing: An Emergency Stopgap or a Way to Strategically Position Your Business for Future Success in the Time of COVID-19? | Dr Diane Kalendra, Discipline Leader, Australian Institute of Business |
| Fighting COVID-19: Complex Adaptive System Perspective an Interview with AIB DBA Candidate Claire Pierce | Dr Svetlana De Vos, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Habits, Consumption and Marketing During the Pandemic and Beyond | Dr Sumesh Nair, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business Dr Tareq Rasul, Senior Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| International Travel and Tourism Restrictions, Impacts and The First Steps Towards Recovery From COVID-19 | Paul Singh, Lecturer, Australian Institute of Business |
| Now’s the Time to Understand Digital Learning’s True Potential | Paul Wappett, CEO, Australian Institute of Business |
| Serving People Through Crisis: A Better Way to Lead | Dr Mulyadi Robin, Associate Professor, Australian Institute of Business |
| Shoring Up Our Creative Industries – Can We Imagine a Post COVID-19 Creative Militia? | Dr Angelina Russo, Associate Dean, Australian Institute of Business |
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