The Multiple Futures of Business Education

Session 2.1 – Let’s get started!


In this exercise, you will reflect on the futures of business education and discuss your thoughts with a colleague.

Step 1: Listen to the podcast interview with Andreas Schleicher, Director for Education and Skills at the OECD, on the futures of SDG 4 (Quality education). It is part of Inclusive and future-ready education series. (Duration ~ 30 minutes). 

Step 2: Think about the future of business education. 

  • How did the interview themes resonate with your ideas about education at business schools?
  • What might business education look like in 20 years?
  • What about your disciplinary specialization?
  • Which changes from the status quo do you consider probable?
  • Which changes do you consider desirable?
  • Can you think of something really absurd?

Step 3: Invite a colleague for a coffee chat—ideally someone you know less well. Time allocation ~15 minutes.

Step 4: Share your thoughts!