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Cambridge Judge Business School A great business school at the heart of the University of Cambridge.

We offer a range of programmes including full and part-time masters, PhD, executive education courses and programmes for entrepreneurs.

🚀 Launching today - a new podcast: Predicting Startup Success 👉 https://loom.ly/Jx1uBOMWhy do some startups thrive while...
16/10/2026

🚀 Launching today - a new podcast: Predicting Startup Success 👉 https://loom.ly/Jx1uBOM

Why do some startups thrive while others fail, even when they appear to have all the right ingredients?

That question is being explored through conversations with some of the leading thinkers and practitioners in entrepreneurship, innovation and venture growth in a new podcast series from Cambridge Judge Business School and the TUM Chair of Strategy and Organization.

Across nine episodes, hosts Chris Coleridge, Isabell Welpe and Theresa Treffers are joined by an outstanding line-up of guests to examine whether it's really possible to identify the signals of startup success before the outcome becomes obvious.

The episodes feature:

🎙️ Episode 1: Matthew Grimes on hype, legitimacy and entrepreneurial success: Now available

🎙️ Episode 2: Ramana Nanda on why deep-tech ventures are among the hardest to evaluate: Now available

🎙️ Episode 3: Taylor Bench on scaling from university software to startup growth (November)

🎙️ Episode 4:Prof. Dr. Holger Patzelt on what startups reveal when things go wrong (December)

🎙️ Episode 5: Dr. David Cleevely on the role of entrepreneurial ecosystems (January)

🎙️ Episode 6: Prof. Dr. Nicola Breugst on what marriage research can teach us about co-founder relationships (February)

🎙️ Episode 7: Dr. Amir Sani on whether data can predict startup success (March)

🎙️ Episode 8: Prof. Dr. Reiner Braun on reading investor signals (April)

And a final episode in May, bringing together the key insights from across the series.

This isn't a podcast about "startup hacks" or guaranteed formulas for success - it's for founders, investors, innovation leaders, academics, policymakers and anyone curious about how decisions are made under uncertainty, what signals really matter, and why predicting success is often far more complex than we think.

🎧 👉 Listen here: https://loom.ly/Jx1uBOM

💡 One piece of advice for organisations facing change:Don't start by asking, "What should we become next?"Start by askin...
15/10/2026

💡 One piece of advice for organisations facing change:

Don't start by asking, "What should we become next?"

Start by asking, "What are we already exceptionally good at?"

New research from suggests that successful reinvention often comes from repurposing existing strengths, rather than abandoning the past and starting over.

Fujifilm didn't succeed by forgetting everything it knew. Microsoft didn't reinvent itself by throwing away its expertise. Instead, they identified capabilities that others couldn't easily replicate and applied them in new ways.

It's a powerful reminder that your next opportunity may not come from chasing the latest trend.

It may come from seeing an existing strength through a different lens.

A useful exercise:

If your current products, services or business model disappeared tomorrow, what capability would still make your organisation valuable?

The answer might reveal your next chapter.

Read more: https://loom.ly/IlsM82U

One theme kept resurfacing at the Women’s Leadership Conference on Saturday: as AI reshapes how we work, the qualities t...
12/10/2026

One theme kept resurfacing at the Women’s Leadership Conference on Saturday: as AI reshapes how we work, the qualities that matter most are becoming increasingly human. Critical thinking, judgment, courage, relationship-building. The ability to challenge assumptions and create opportunities for others.

There were so many powerful insights throughout the day, from discussions on inclusive leadership and allyship to the risks and opportunities of AI.

Speakers emphasised that representation alone isn't enough. Real progress comes when diverse voices are not only present, but have influence, agency and the ability to shape outcomes.

We were challenged to think about how we use the time AI creates. Do we simply drive efficiency, or do we reinvest that time in coaching, learning, mentoring and developing future leaders?

The biggest takeaway perhaps: technology may change the tools we use, but it doesn't reduce the need for human connection, curiosity and thoughtful leadership. If anything, it makes them more important.

Thank you to everyone who shared their expertise, experiences and honesty throughout the day, particularly Dame Menna Rawlings, Pinky Lilani, Alexandra Brintrup, Stella Pachidi, Curlene Simone Larsson, Maria Minaricova, Lee Chambers, Victoria Higgins, Julie Zhou and Jane Hamilton. And, of course, to Feryal Erhun, Tracey Horn and the whole team who continue to build such a valuable community.

#10 EMBA globally, #1 standalone EMBA in Europe: Financial Times 2026 Executive MBA Rankings Results Announced.The Cam...
12/10/2026

#10 EMBA globally, #1 standalone EMBA in Europe: Financial Times 2026 Executive MBA Rankings Results Announced.

The Cambridge Executive MBA has been ranked #10 globally in the latest Financial Times Executive MBA rankings.

📌 Headline results
· 10th globally among the world's EMBA programmes
· 1st in Europe among programmes based in a single country
· 1st globally for 'aims achieved', with 76% of alumni reporting that the programme helped them fulfil their goals
· 5th globally for career progress, reflecting alumni advancement in seniority and organisational responsibility
· Recognition for diversity and international outlook, including gender parity on our Advisory Board

This is the programme's highest-ever ranking, marking a fourth consecutive year of improvement - a fantastic result for our students, alumni, faculty and staff. 👏

Learn more about Executive MBA programmes at Cambridge Judge Business School: https://loom.ly/38t2bZw

A common mistake aspiring entrepreneurs make? Thinking they have to figure everything out on their own.Building a busine...
06/10/2026

A common mistake aspiring entrepreneurs make? Thinking they have to figure everything out on their own.

Building a business isn't just about having a great idea. It's about knowing how to evaluate opportunities, build a team, win over early adopters and navigate inevitable setbacks you may not be expert in.

The most successful founders don't have all the answers. They build the skills, networks and support systems that help them move forward.

That's why the Cambridge MSt in Entrepreneurship combines practical learning, one-to-one mentorship and access to one of Europe's most successful entrepreneurial ecosystems - the curriculum might surprise you: https://loom.ly/BRVTIJg

02/10/2026

AI is reshaping how we work, make decisions and lead. But alongside the opportunities come important questions around trust, inclusion, fairness, skills, ethics and the future of work.

Join us at the Wo+Men's Leadership Conference 2026: Inclusive Leadership in the Age of AI to explore the leadership challenges and opportunities of an AI-driven world. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions and networking, we'll examine how organisations can drive innovation while creating more inclusive, equitable and resilient workplaces.

Hear from:
• Dame Menna Rawlings DCMG CVO, President, Queens'​ College, Cambridge, Cambridge
• Pinky Lilani CBE DL, Founder & Chair. Women of the Future Programme
• Jane Hamilton, Appointments Editor, The Times
• Julie Zhou, Columnist, Financial Times

📅 10 October 2026
📍 Cambridge Judge Business School, UK

Book your place: https://loom.ly/htamUa8

A front-row seat to the future of tech.This week, alumni had the opportunity to step inside two of the world's most in...
30/09/2026

A front-row seat to the future of tech.
This week, alumni had the opportunity to step inside two of the world's most influential tech companies and , where our closing 'CJBS Connects' events were hosted in London.

At Meta, alumni heard from Alex Schultz, Meta's Chief Data Officer, on leadership, innovation, digital transformation, and his journey from Cambridge to one of the world's largest technology companies.

Later in the evening, at Google London, Paola Olivari (MBA 2007), Director of Data Analytics & AI, hosted a thought-provoking discussion on the AI revolution, exploring how advances in data and artificial intelligence are reshaping industries and creating new opportunities for organisations worldwide.

It was so valuable to hear from Cambridge alumni at the forefront of technological change and to be reminded of how the Cambridge network continues to open doors, fosters connections and create impact around the world.

A huge thank you to Alex, Paola and everyone who helped make both events possible, and to everyone who joined the conversations and brought such thoughtful questions and insights.

"I came in expecting frameworks. What I got was a week of uncomfortable questions."One week into the Cambridge MBA, Tany...
29/09/2026

"I came in expecting frameworks. What I got was a week of uncomfortable questions."

One week into the Cambridge MBA, Tanya is already finding lessons beyond the classroom.

From leadership sessions with Gousto founder Timo Boldt, where she reflected on the idea that "ambition alone is noise, ideas alone are cheap, people are the multiplier", to discussions on sustainability with Professor Jennifer Howard-Grenville, one theme kept emerging: meaningful change is rarely straightforward.

Among the ideas that stayed with her were:

💡 Leadership is about turning ambition, ideas and people into something that matters.

🌍 We are living through a "mid-transition", where old and new systems exist side by side, from energy to transportation.

🔬 At Cambridge Tech Week, innovations in healthcare and AI demonstrated how quickly technology is redefining what's possible.

🤝 One networking insight stood out: "Stop introducing yourself with your job title. Lead with a verb instead."

📈 And from the world of venture capital came a reminder that true innovation isn't about being slightly better, but creating value people can't ignore.

Reflecting on her first week, she writes:

"Everyone warns you the MBA is a fire hose. Nobody mentions how quickly you stop wanting it turned down."

Good luck Tanya - we'll be following your journey.

24/09/2026

Are women really more emotionally intelligent than men?

According to a major new study, the answer isn't as straightforward as many of us might assume.

Researchers, including Professor of Leadership Jochen Menges of Cambridge Judge Business School and the University of Zurich, analysed more than 600,000 people across 76 countries and found that emotional intelligence isn't a single skill. Differences vary depending on whether we're talking about recognising emotions, understanding them, or managing them.

The findings challenge some long-held stereotypes and reveal a far more nuanced picture of emotional intelligence than the headlines often suggest.

Read more: https://loom.ly/3_opS_Q

22/09/2026

AI is reshaping how we work, make decisions and lead. But alongside the opportunities come important questions around trust, inclusion, fairness, skills, ethics and the future of work.

Join us at the Wo+Men's Leadership Conference 2026: Inclusive Leadership in the Age of AI to explore the leadership challenges and opportunities of an AI-driven world. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions and networking, we'll examine how organisations can drive innovation while creating more inclusive, equitable and resilient workplaces.

Hear from:
• Dame Menna Rawlings DCMG CVO, President, Queens' College, Cambridge
• Pinky Lilani CBE DL, Founder & Chair, Women of The Future
• Jane Hamilton, Appointments Editor, The Times
• Julie Zhou, Columnist, Financial Times

📅 10 October 2026
📍 Cambridge Judge Business School

Book your place: https://loom.ly/htamUa8

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