Business & Economics
By investing in women now, we will accelerate progress
The return on investment that would come from backing women would be enormous if realised, says University of Melbourne expert on International Women's Day.
Getting the right money on the right terms at COP28
When financial investors contribute to blended finance options for climate change at COP28, it can amount to more than money says University of Melbourne expert
Avoiding the cliff and the freefall into poverty
For over 20 years, Anti-Poverty Week has campaigned for every Australian to have food and shelter. A University of Melbourne expert asks how far have we come?
The business leaders ‘hiding’ chronic illness
The impacts of long-term illness are being felt in the workforce, but managers are hiding their health over career concerns, say University of Melbourne experts
How social procurement can revive Victoria’s economy
University of Melbourne experts say Victoria's Social Procurement Framework can stimulate the local economy and combat the socio-economic effects of COVID-19.
Watch Episode 5: Life Beyond Coronavirus: The Expert View
Episode 5 of Life Beyond Coronavirus: The Expert View brings together an expert panel of University of Melbourne researchers to review the latest COVID-19 data
From #BlackLivesMatter to real workplace change
As the Black Lives Matter protests continue, University of Melbourne experts say corporate activism can make a strong statement of support for social justice.
Should we trust in trusts during COVID-19?
The economic downturn is exposing trust beneficiaries to a series of risks, but a University of Melbourne expert says the trust structure can still help.
Oil wars, petrol prices and COVID-19
COVID-19 and global oil price wars are impacting economies worldwide, but a University of Melbourne expert says we will see lower fuel prices at petrol pumps.
The COVID-19 shock to supply chains
The coronavirus pandemic is a shock to supply chains; a University of Melbourne expert says COVID-19 is a wake-up call to businesses to better prepare for risks