LBS Alumni Spotlight: The Retail Industry & Holiday Trends
Unlike the consulting, finance and technology sectors, retail has always been regarded as a safe industry for employment. That’s because no matter how bad the economy gets, the retail industry will never cease to exist as long as people still make purchases. And that’s especially true for the holidays.
Each year during the holidays, on average, UK households spend £794.39 and US households spend $752.00. It’s not a small chunk of change. There’s no doubt that it’s a busy time of year, and many retail companies go all out to bring in new customers and grab the largest percentage of sales. But does that mean it’s a good industry to work in? Continue reading…
Saïd MBA Students Sweep Challenges Thanks to Finance Lab Training
MBA students from Oxford University’s Saïd Business School recently participated in a series of challenges meant to test knowledge gained through studies at the school’s Finance Lab.
Participants were placed in scenarios similar to those they would see in future careers in asset management, investment banking or private equity.
