Wellington School of Business and Government

Welcome to all our students, whether you are new to the Wellington School of Business and Government or returning to continue your academic journey with us, here in our Pipitea Campus, in the heart of our vibrant capital city. I hope you will look back on your experience with us as one that has fueled your passion, enhanced your career opportunities, and equipped you with the knowledge and skills to navigate complex global challenges. Here's to an excellent 2025! Professor Jane Bryson, Dean—Wellington School of Business and Government #Business #Government #StudyGoals #Welcome #PipiteaCampus Victoria University of Wellington

Meet Todd Bridgman, Professor of Management Studies at the Wellington School of Business and Government. Todd’s research challenges common workplace practices, uncovering how some widely accepted ideas might actually contribute to dysfunction or harm. Curious to learn more? Watch his inaugural lecture in the link in the comments.

Event—International Alumni Speaker Series, part 2 🌎 The Wellington School of Business and Government, in partnership with Southeast Asia Centre of Asia-Pacific Excellence presents part 2 of our alumni speaker series "Grand Challenges: A Southeast Asian Lens", where we delve into how business and industry leaders are navigating today’s complex global landscape. Join us as we welcome our second speaker, alumna Swee Chen Goh, former Chair of Shell Companies, Singapore. In her lecture, "Trust in a Fractious World—The Future of Research & Innovation Collaborations", Ms Goh will share her insights on restoring trust and ensuring that knowledge and innovation can thrive in an age of geopolitical tensions, misinformation, and declining trust in institutions. 📆 Event date: 3 April 2025 ⏲️ Time: 6.00 pm–8.00 pm 🕴 Format: In-person lecture followed by drinks and nibbles 🏢 Where: Datacom, L12, Asteron House 55 Featherston Street Wellington 📚Registrations essential: https://brnw.ch/21wRzzH 👉 Read more about this lecture and alumna Swee Chen Goh here: https://brnw.ch/21wRzzF #GlobalChallenges #BusinessSchool #Government #PublicPolicy #TrustInInstitutions #StudyWellington #PipiteaCampus #Alumni Victoria University of Wellington

I love inaugural lectures. The tradition of asking all our new professors to give a lecture where they share their research, their history, their insights and their passions is one of the highlights of working in a university. This evening Victoria University of Wellington got to celebrate the amazing Jessica Lai as she presented her lecture "Patents and power - a reflection". Jessica apologised for "an angry feminist rant", but not a spellbound soul in that lecture theatre would have characterised it that way. It was an impassioned plea for equity couched in an instructive and accessible introduction to patent law. It was a privilege to introduce Jessica, and Jane Bryson gave a fitting and heartfelt vote of thanks. Just a top way to end the day.

Another thought-provoking article by Professor Karin Lasthuizen, Brian Picot Chair in Ethical Leadership at Victoria University of Wellington. In this article, Karin discusses what makes ethical leadership and reminds us that trust in public institutions cannot be assumed—we must actively nurture it through inclusive participation, creating evidence-based narratives, and good policy design. "Narratives that effectively combine scientific evidence with shared values are more likely to lead to an enduring level of trust, helping us all to better navigate the uncertainties of today and tomorrow, together," she says. Read more. Wellington School of Business and Government #EthicalLeadership #Policy #PipiteaCampus #JoinTheConversation

Professor Todd Bridgman from our School of Management is interested in management ideas about leading people at work and creating strong cultures. His research has found management theories taught in business often bear little resemblance to the original theories as they are built on shaky foundations.  Wellington School of Business and Government

🎓 Public Policy Scholarship available—apply now! Are you passionate about becoming a leader in public policy? Check out the Tae Whakemua Reaching Forward Scholarship offered by The Johnson Group Ltd - Recruitment Specialists to the Public Sector. The scholarship supports postgraduate Māori and Pasifika students who are driven to progress in public policy. It’s not just about the money—it also includes invaluable guidance and support from the team at Johnson Group. ⏱️ Applications close Monday 31 March. 👉 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gv5M-_FK #ScholarshipOpportunity #PostGraduate #PublicPolicy #WellingtonSchoolofBusinessandGovernment Victoria University of Wellington #PipiteaCampus

📚 Expert opinion— Is New Zealand planning for climate disasters…in the dark?   New Zealand lacks a dedicated database to track losses from weather disasters. Without it, the Government is missing the crucial data needed for effective planning and risk management .   “This means we don't know how much extreme weather events and other types of disasters are costing us,” says Professor Ilan Noy, Chair in the Economics of Disasters and Climate Change at the Wellington School of Business and Government.   In this article, he explores why a dedicated database matters to our long-term prosperity as climate disasters intensify.   🔗 Read more on RNZ: https://brnw.ch/21wRq9s   📷 (Image credits: from original article on The Conversation Australia + NZ)   #SchoolOfEconomicsAndFinance Victoria University of Wellington #PipiteaCampus #JoinTheConversation #ClimateResilience #DisasterPlanning #DataDrivenDecisionMaking

Alumni Speaker Series #1—Our first event from the series, "Local Solutions—Global Impact Lessons from Asia Pacific Development" with Dr Astrid Kartika from Indonesia, was a hit. In this lecture, Dr Kartika gave a sobering account of the most pressing development challenges in the Asia-Pacific region and optimistic insights on how best to address them. A big thank you to Professor Jane Bryson for providing the warm welcome and to Professor Karl Lofgren for the vote of thanks. View the recording and read more about the event online: https://brnw.ch/21wRjJ9 #GlobalChallenges #BusinessSchool #PublicPolicy #Development #PipiteaCampus #JoinTheConversation #Alumni Victoria University of Wellington Wellington School of Business and Government

🎓 Scholarship available—apply now! Do you have an interest in the Māori economy and plan to work in Māori economics in the future? Check out the NZ Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) Scholarship in Māori Economics—a unique opportunity to dive into economic research and support Māori economic development. This scholarship is open to students in their second, third or fourth year of study studying Finance, Economics, Business or Commerce. ⏱️ Applications close Monday 31 March. 👉 Apply now for the opportunity to receive $7,500 to support your studies. Visit: https://brnw.ch/21wReIl #ScholarshipOpportunity #māorieconomy #business #commerce #finance Victoria University of Wellington #WellingtonSchoolofBusinessandGovernment