Over 30 students from Global Network for Advanced Management member schools attended the online module offered by EGADE Business School.
By JOSÉ ÁNGEL DE LA PAZ | EGADE BUSINESS SCHOOL
Thirty-two students from eight Global Network for Advanced Management (GNAM) member schools participated in the course on sustainable entrepreneurship in Latin America offered by EGADE Business School, within the June 2021 online edition of the EMBA Global Network Week.
The module called “Sustainable Entrepreneurship in LATAM: Towards a More Equitable and Innovative Economy” implied a learning, teamwork and connection experience, during which participants analyzed the worldwide emergence of social innovation and its most recent development in Mexico and the region.
Guided by EGADE Business School professors, Francisco Layrisse and Ezequiel Reficco, as well as other guest educators and social entrepreneurs, participants examined paradigms such as hybrid organizations and B corporations, and the tools and attitudes needed to lead a social innovation.
They also enjoyed cultural interactions on Mexican festivities, cuisine, music and clothing, as well as the most important museums and archeological sites in the country.
THEIR EXPERIENCE WITH EGADE
“I had an amazing week of intensive knowledge sharing at EGADE Business School. The GNAM program enriched my perspective about social entrepreneurs. The speakers and the students we interacted with made the experience unique and so valuable. Even considering the restriction imposed by social distancing, the moderator let us be a very integrated group. Thank you very much for the opportunity.”
Adriano Candido, FGV Escola de Administração de Empresas de São Paulo, Brazil.
"Being a student at EGADE Business School, even just for the GNAM week, is an unforgettable experience. I learned so much about social and sustainable entrepreneurship, I met so many fascinating people who I wouldn’t have been able to meet anywhere else, and I always felt welcome. I loved the combination of studies and culture capsules, and how the hosts helped to make this a truly holistic experience.”
Lucy Literado, IE Business School, Spain.
"I had a very inspiring week at EGADE Business School in Mexico, learning about sustainable entrepreneurship through the Global Network. We learned about large and small companies that are having a positive impact across the world through sustainable (and profitable!) business models. This content should be compulsory at all business schools. I recommend that all business leaders should delve into the thrilling environment of the sustainable business spirit and learn that profits and social impact do not have to be a zero-sum game.”
Claire Dugan, ESMT Berlin, Germany.
"In these times of extraordinary challenges, it is important to keep our minds open to new ideas. During this Global Network Week, I had the privilege of being part of the EGADE course on sustainable entrepreneurship in Latin America. From multiple perspectives, I saw how these principles can lead to clear results on a small to large scale. Having been brought up by a Mexican mother (and grandma), learning about my heritage has been a pleasure. I hope to visit EGADE in the future and thank the personnel and see these initiatives in person.”
Michael Salmon, ESMT Berlin, Germany.
"My experience at the Global Network Week at EGADE Business School was incredible. The organizing team is so kind and helpful. The students are kind and polite, the professors are so enthusiastic and committed to the courses, and the programs are exciting, challenging and very important for the student’s future.”
Felipe Serrano, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Escuela de Negocios, Chile.
“I loved the experience in this Global Network Week. It was inspiring, and having the chance to collaborate with people worldwide was amazing! Fully recommended.”
José Luis Álvarez, EGADE Business School, Mexico.
EGADE STUDENTS AROUND THE WORLD
A total of 84 EGADE Business School students, from the EGADE MBA, EGADE - UNC Charlotte MBA in Global Business & Strategy and Full-Time MBA in Innovation & Entrepreneurship programs, participated remotely in 19 modules delivered within June 2021 edition of the EMBA Global Network Week.
The Global Network Weeks are the principal programs of the Global Network for Advanced Management, a network made up of the 32 leading business schools in the world.