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Smith Brain Trust

Smith Experts Discuss how Apple’s AI-enhanced iPhones will Affect Users, Market Position

Smith School marketing professor P.K. Kannan says Apple's iPhone 16, powered by “Apple Intelligence,” marks a significant upgrade, particularly in privacy-focused AI and computational photography, aiding both user experience and market competitiveness.

Smith Research

Will Banning Self-Preferencing in Digital Markets Help or Hurt?

Self-preferencing by large tech companies, like Amazon, faces scrutiny, with Congress considering the AICOA and OAMA bills to restrict the practice. Research by Smith professor Bobby Zhou suggests these regulations could unintentionally raise consumer prices by reducing competition between sellers.

Alumni

MBA Alumnus Says Journey As A Smith Terp Continues After Graduation

Paul C. Lee, MBA ’09, Co-Founder & Partner at North Rock Consulting talks about his experience in the Robert H. Smith School of Business Part-Time MBA program and how he continues to stay engaged with the school.

World Class Faculty & Research

Introducing New Smith School Faculty Members for the Fall 2024 Semester

The Smith School welcomes new faculty for Fall 2024. These experts will enhance the school's mission by teaching and advancing research in areas such as AI economics, business law, marketing analytics, and financial policy regulation.

OCS Keeps Students Engaged Through Summer With Social Media Initiatives

The Office of Career Services (OCS) launched new LinkedIn initiatives, like “Alumni Spotlights” and “Terp Tip Thursday,” to foster connections between Smith alumni and students, increasing LinkedIn followers and engagement significantly during the 2023-24 academic year.

Experiential Learning Soars at Smith

The Smith School’s Office of Experiential Learning offers students hands-on experiences with industry professionals through classroom collaborations, projects, and consulting. The 2023-2024 report highlights increased experiential learning and strengthened industry connections, fostering leadership skills.

Experiential / Reality-based Learning

A Global Leadership Experience in Medellin, Colombia

Two undergrads from the Smith School attended the CUIBE Global Summer Leadership Summit in Colombia. They gained valuable insights into sustainable business practices, international business dynamics, and expanded their professional networks through immersive learning experiences and cultural engagement.

Top News

‘MBAs to Watch’ Features Smith Grads with Dual Analytics Degrees

University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business graduates Prathiba Pandiarajan and Aravind Srinivasan were featured in Poets & Quants’ “MBAs To Watch: Class Of 2024,” recognized for their leadership, academic excellence, and impactful contributions.

Top News

Smith IS Program Propels UMD to #1 in Computer and Information Sciences

The University of Maryland is ranked by The Chronicle of Higher Education as the top non-online producer of bachelor’s degrees in computer and information sciences, highlighting the strength of Smith’s IS program.

Smith Brain Trust

Smith School Professor Breaks Down Historic Olympic Games Viewership Ratings

Team USA's gold medal win at the Paris 2024 Olympics coincided with NBCU's viewership surge, averaging 30.6 million viewers. Smith School marketing professor Bobby Zhou attributes this to Paris's allure, favorable time zones, and the Olympics' unifying effect.

Smith Research

Research Shows Flatter Hierarchies’ Hidden Cost

The Smith School's Reuben Hurst finds that flatter hierarchies, though promoting collaboration, may reduce gender diversity in job applicants. His study shows such structures lead to fewer women applying for jobs.

Alumni

Smith Alumnus Takes on New CFO Role With West Monroe

Dan Freiman, a Smith School alumnus with degrees in accounting and finance, serves as CFO at West Monroe. With 30 years of finance experience, he leverages his Smith education to drive financial strategy, build relationships, and support the firm's growth.
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