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Approved national budget abolishes budget cuts worth DKK 50–60 million at CBS
The so-called temporary rise in taximeter funding for the humanities and social sciences is continuing for another three years. This means that CBS will avoid losing DKK 50–60 million a year. What's more, the education cap will be discontinued from the summer of 2020.
04 Dec 2019
Three minors in digitalization to transform students into digital diamonds
The students’ and business sector’s demands for more digital skills will result in the launch of two new minors that can transform students into “digital diamonds”. A third minor in business data is already up and running and is described as the “trinity of data”.
02 Dec 2019
10 ways to do Christmas the Danish way
Advent? Winter Wonderland? Kalenderlys? Julehygge? Konfekt? Struggling to navigate among the host of Danish Christmas traditions? Read along as our student reporter Caroline Sølver uncover 10 ways you can enjoy Christmas the Danish way.
29 Nov 2019
Black Friday lures us with more than just knock-out offers – it stimulates our bonding hormone
Our longing for togetherness is what makes us queue up on Black Friday for cut-price flat screens and super-stretch trekking pants, explain two CBS researchers. They also answer whether our focus on sustainability might eventually kill the need for consumer frenzies.
Updated: 20 Nov 2020
Science in Society: “I didn’t intend to be a researcher – I just wanted to change the world”
CBS researcher Pernille Steen Pedersen has turned her stress research into a tangible tool for fighting stress at Denmark’s workplaces. An activity that comes at a cost, but immediately becomes worthwhile when complimentary emails pop up.
26 Nov 2019
A year after the money laundering case: CBS is ready for new collaborations with Danske Bank
CBS is now ready for new collaborations one year after deciding to curb its links with Danske Bank as a direct consequence of the money laundering case that hit the headlines. Replacing the top management and restoring confidence in the bank were CBS’ conditions for reconnecting with its former collaborator.
21 Nov 2019
CBS students trapped in Hong Kong “war zone”: “They produced Molotov cocktails in our lobby”
Johan Schack Petersen and Gustav Fog from CBS experienced first-hand the violent demonstrations in Hong Kong when their university came under siege and was turned into a battlefield. While students from the U.S., Italy and Japan were transported away from the university, the five CBS students “were left to ourselves” and are now criticizing the lack of support from CBS and the Danish consulate.
20 Nov 2019
CBS answers criticism from students trapped in protest-stricken Hong Kong
Two CBS students required more support from CBS when their university became a battleground. CBS argues that it is doing what it can for its students in Hong Kong, and although there is now no academic reason to stay in Hong Kong, CBS does not consider students under obligation to return home.
20 Nov 2019
The best Christmas events and markets to visit in and around Copenhagen this Holiday season
The Holiday season is upon us and Danes take Christmas very seriously, according to our student writer Caroline Sølver. Be prepared for a month of in-depth julehygge, involving gløgg, æbleskiver and, of course, a trip or two to Christmas markets. In this article, we share a long list of Christmas markets and events for you to enjoy this season.
20 Nov 2019
A startup story about life, death and hugs for the head
WIRTH Hats took its very first steps in the corridors at CBS. It all started with a simple idea and a great passion for hats. But it turned into something completely different. Something bigger and much more than hats.
20 Nov 2019
Teacher and students looking for hands-on experience create a business together
Assistant Professor Thomas Frick wants to ‘fill the gap’ between theoretical and practical learning in the area of digital marketing. Together with his students, he has created the platform MealonSU. “Creating a business as a learning tool has brought significant value to our learning experience,” says Diana Dobre, a student on the course.
19 Nov 2019
