Why everyone loses at the workplace blame game
A new UBC Sauder School of Business study finds the demoralizing effects of what researchers call “swift blame” not only hurts employees, but also the bottom line.
Believing a cocktail contains an energy drink makes you feel more drunk
New research suggests that simply telling a young man that an energy drink has been added to his alcoholic beverage can make him feel more intoxicated, daring and sexually self-confident.
UBC Sauder’s election prediction markets take on pollsters
The UBC Sauder School of Business’s Prediction Markets are up and running, with traders speculating on who will win B.C. provincial election on May 9.
Scotiabank funds $2-million cybersecurity and financial data initiative at UBC
UBC is poised to accelerate cybersecurity and financial risk research in Canada and beyond, thanks to a $2-million donation from Scotiabank.
The future of climate policy under Trump
While Canada’s climate policy is steadily moving in the direction of carbon pricing, policy south of the border is in disarray with the Trump administration taking office this month.
Why do we give? UBC expert on charitable donations
The holiday season is a time of giving, but the reasons why people donate to charity aren’t well understood.
UBC experts on B.C. government’s housing assistance program
The B.C. government announced a program today to assist qualified first-time homebuyers with their down payments. UBC experts are available to comment.
UBC experts on CMHC foreign ownership report
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has released its latest report on foreign ownership in Canada’s housing markets.
How toxic handlers save workplaces from destruction
You’ve watched them comfort colleagues, defuse tense situations and take the heat from tough bosses. These toxic handlers voluntarily shoulder the sadness, frustration, bitterness and anger of others so that high-quality work continues to get done.
How Black Friday ads transform calm into chaos
New research co-authored by Darren Dahl, professor in the UBC Sauder School of Business, finds that aggressive behaviour is primed the moment customers are first exposed to retail ads.
Tricks and treats: the business of Halloween
Costumes, candy and decorations are flying off store shelves in record numbers, as Halloween draws near.
Anticipating pleasure of eating helps people cut portion sizes: UBC Sauder study
New research from the UBC Sauder School of Business suggests that simply imagining the taste, smell and texture of food or drink can lead consumers to happily choose smaller portions and even increase their satisfaction.
UBC expert on RCMP sexual harassment settlement
The RCMP has issued an apology to hundreds of female officers and employees who were subjected to sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination in the force.
UBC and University of Toronto partner to launch western arm of leading tech venture accelerator
The UBC Sauder School of Business is launching the Western Canadian version of the Creative Destruction Lab, a successful seed-stage program based at UofT’s Rotman School of Management.
Bayer-Monsanto deal requires good parenting: UBC expert
German drug and farm chemical maker Bayer says it will take over U.S. company Monsanto in a $66-billion deal, creating one of the world’s largest agri-tech conglomerates.
The office can be a safe haven for women facing domestic abuse
Domestic abuse can be a barrier to career success for women, according to a new study from the UBC Sauder School of Business.
The Internet of Things is a hacker’s dream
UBC Sauder School of Business professor Hasan Cavusoglu discusses the security threats posed by the Internet of Things, and how consumers’ daily online activity is being tracked.
Is a projected $18-billion deficit justified?
Next week, Canada’s federal government will announce its first budget since Justin Trudeau’s Liberals came to power.
Should we abolish daylight saving time?
Werner Antweiler, an economist at the UBC Sauder School of Business, has investigated the pros and cons of daylight saving time and says there are plenty of good reasons not to do it.
UBC study: Welfare recipients seen as immoral for buying ethical products
Shoppers making ethical purchases, such as buying organic food or environmentally friendly cars, are generally seen as more virtuous – unless they’re receiving government assistance.