Quality and quantity? When the worlds of ISO and accounting collide

Abstract

Purpose

Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Leafing through the glossy brochures of business schools, or browsing their expensively-designed web pages, you would be forgiven for thinking going to do an MBA is akin to either going on holiday, a blind date, or meeting friends for coffee. The images portrayed by business schools are designed to make potential students feel at ease and actively look forward to a great experience, just like regular people do looking forward to the weekend or going on vacation. Not only are these images designed to deflect the pain of paying up to $100,000 for the privilege of attending a top business school, but they are also deflecting the potential pain of what you do when you are there.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2018), "Quality and quantity? When the worlds of ISO and accounting collide", Strategic Direction, Vol. 34 No. 10, pp. 10-12. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-07-2018-0157