Thursday, November 13, 2014, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, November 16, 2014, 7:30 a.m. This year’s Global Entrepreneurship Week starts November 17. The annual weeklong event is a celebration of innovators and job creators who launch startups that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth and expand human welfare. At the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business the focus on global entrepreneurship extends throughout the year. 

Thursday, January 29, 2015, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, February 1, 2015, 7:30 a.m. In today’s fast-paced world, executives have more on their plates than ever. But taking time to continue their education could make them better managers and leaders. In this issue of Smith Business Close-Up with the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, host Jeff Salkin sits down with Gary Cohen to talk about the importance of executive education.

Thursday, December 18, 2014, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, December 20, 2014, 7:30 a.m. Inspiring Innovation: How Companies can Get the Most out of their Employees to Get and Stay Ahead American companies have been known for innovation. But how can they continue to stay innovative and keep ahead?                

Thursday, October 30, 2014, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, November 2, 2014, 7:30 a.m. Advances in technology have been critical to advances in health care. But it’s crucial that health care workers know how to use the technology for it to be most effective. A new partnership among the Center for Health Information and Decision Systems, the Maryland Health Tech Coalition and Howard Community College will make sure Maryland health employees lead the sector.   

Thursday, October 2, 2014, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, October 5, 2014, 7:30 a.m. Should you buy or rent? Consumers have long debated this decision when it comes to homes and cars, but a recent explosion in the rental market has provided more rental options than ever before. Everything from movies to designer handbags and dresses to jewelry and beyond can be rented. And according to new research, consumers have no problem opening their wallets to rent. 

Thursday, September 18, 2014, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, September 21, 2014, 7:30 a.m. Where should you put your money? For the average person, figuring out where and how to invest can be overwhelming. But if you have the right mindset, it doesn’t have to be.  In this edition of Smith Business Close-Up with the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, host Jeff Salkin sits down with David Kass to talk about investing and how to figure out a strategy that works for you. 

Thursday, July 17, 2014, 7:30 p.m. | Sunday, July 20, 2014, 7:30 a.m. Fifteen current and former NFL players, including Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith UMD ’10, recently gathered in Baltimore for offseason training -- but not for the gridiron. They worked on their business skills under the tutelage of experts from the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business. 

Thursday, September 4, 2015, 7:30 p.m. | Sunday, September 7, 2015, 7:30 a.m. What is the path to the top of the career ladder? Turns out, there is no clear cut route to the top. In this edition of Smith Business Close-Up with the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, host Jeff Salkin sits down with Jeff Kudisch to talk about developing a career path strategy that works for you.

Thursday, August 7, 2014, 7:30 p.m. | Sunday, August 10, 2014, 7:30 a.m. In June, electric car maker Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk announced the company was removing its patents in “the spirit of the open source movement, for the advancement of electric vehicle technology.” What does a move like this mean for the electric car industry and entrepreneurship in general?

Thursday, August 21, 2014, 7:30 p.m. | Sunday, August 24, 7:30 a.m. Hailed for their convenience, online MBA program offerings are growing. The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business launched its own accredited degree program in January of this year and continues to draw students. How will this new method of MBA degree delivery impact the industry?