Stirling Management School news
Freud’s views on love and work backed up by Stirling research
New research has given weight to Sigmund Freud’s claim that love and work are important for our well-being – by highlighting how the threat of unemployment can activate thoughts of death for those not in a relationship.
University of Stirling management expert plays part in Oman’s future
A management expert at the University of Stirling has played a part in Oman’s future by contributing to the country’s 2040 vision project.
Stirling academics blame low wage growth on underemployment
Employees looking for a hike in salary have lost their bargaining power because of a rise in underemployment, according to a new paper by University of Stirling economists.
Students to take part in stock pitch event
Students will pitch their latest stock recommendations for the University of Stirling Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF) tomorrow.
Interest rate hikes ‘pose mental health threat to people in debt’
Interest rate hikes by central banks can impact on the mental health of people in debt, a new study led by University of Stirling experts has found.
Leading fund manager to address the impact of behaviour on finance and investment
A leading fund manager will talk about the ways in which psychology and group behaviour can compromise investment processes and rational decisions in a guest lecture at the University of Stirling.
Stirling students pay flying visit to airline HQ in Hong Kong
University of Stirling students in Hong Kong were invited to visit Cathay Pacific’s cargo terminal as part of their Management and Marketing undergraduate programmes.
University support helps students to realise their potential
Support provided by the University of Stirling to those traditionally under-represented in higher education was highlighted to policymakers during an event at the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 6th February.
Stirling students to pitch stock recommendations for investment fund
Students are set to pitch their stock recommendations for inclusion in the newly created University of Stirling Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF).
Unique Argos catalogue collection shows changes in consumer habits
A complete collection of Argos catalogues – held by the University of Stirling’s Institute for Retail Studies – has offered a unique insight into changing consumer habits over the years.
Ceremony in Oman recognises Stirling graduates
Students from the University of Stirling’s accountancy, business and computing science courses delivered in partnership with Muscat College in Oman celebrated their graduation at a special ceremony this month.
Honorary Graduate delivers lecture on Leadership for Sustainable Growth
Dr Jim McColl OBE, Honorary Graduate of the University of Stirling, spoke about his entrepreneurial approach to business when he delivered the final Innovation and Excellence lecture on Leadership for Sustainable Growth in celebration of the University's 50th anniversary.
Royal visit on 50th anniversary opens new £6.5m Stirling student facility
The Earl of Wessex opened an international student facility at the University of Stirling today – as the institution celebrates 50 years since its founding.
University ‘monopolises’ classic board game
The sound of rolling dice, rustling banknotes and intense negotiations will reverberate around campus this weekend after the University secured a top spot on a world-famous board game.
Award for Stirling academic’s dementia project
A University of Stirling academic has scooped a top award for helping people with learning difficulties come to terms with dementia.
Students and Olympian graduate from University of Stirling in Singapore
More than 60 University of Stirling students – and an Olympian – are celebrating today after graduating at the Singapore Institute of Management Global Education (SIM GE).
Stirling awards Japan its first gold for dementia design
The University of Stirling’s Dementia Services Development Centre (DSDC) has awarded its first international gold accreditation for excellence in dementia design.
Aviva Scholarship to assist students from Asia
The University of Stirling is one of eleven leading universities in the UK to partner with Aviva in a new scholarship programme which aims to promote British education in Asia.
Students celebrate alongside Ryder Cup hero and leading sports psychologist at Stirling graduation
More than 800 graduates celebrated their achievements on the first day of the University of Stirling’s 50th anniversary summer graduation ceremonies.
Retailers and manufacturers should promote healthy choices, Stirling-led study finds
Shops should be transformed to drive customers towards buying healthy food and drink, according to a report by University of Stirling academics.
Data students’ fly-tipping solution bags national award
An innovative idea from a team of University of Stirling Masters students has won the inaugural Data Lab MSc Challenge Competition.
World-first surveillance strategy shaped by Stirling expertise
The operation of surveillance cameras is the subject of a new UK strategy, shaped by a University of Stirling privacy expert.
Gambling adverts on TV ‘mislead’ football fans
Football fans are being ‘misled’ by complex gambling adverts on television, a University of Stirling study has found.
Government urged to consider allocations of regional funds post-Brexit
How funds for current EU-based policies should be transferred to the nation’s devolved governments post-Brexit has been considered by leading University of Stirling economist, Professor David Bell, in a parliamentary report.
Benefits of renting a home may be underrated
Renting rather than owning a home may not be as expensive as many people think, according to financial research from the University of Stirling.
