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“This book lends new and important voices to the choir calling for change in our business schools. After losing their way as professional schools decades ago, it is time to bring them back to caring about the profession they are meant to serve. Don't just read this book, use its message to add your voice to the choir.” Andrew J. Hoffman, Professor, Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, Author of The Engaged Scholar “In an era dominated by generative AI, trade tensions, environmental challenges and global turbulence, these new demands create an opportunity for business schools to reposition their offer and to regain their relevance for and impact on businesses. It is a time to move forward and to make bold decisions. It is not a time to standstill!” Sir Rod Aldridge, Founder of the Capita Group PLC “This insightful book exposes the disconnect between British business and academia, arguing that a lack of collaboration hinders management training and development. It advocates for pragmatic reforms within business schools to foster stronger partnerships with industry, ultimately driving economic growth and elevating leadership standards. I welcome its call for a less academic, more practical approach from these institutions.” Martin McCourt, former Chief Executive, Dyson “The authors deliver a powerful wake-up call to the world of business education. I've long felt the growing disconnect between the theories taught in business schools and the real-world challenges faced by businesses. This book doesn't just diagnose the problem; it offers a compelling vision for how business schools can and must refocus to become true partners in developing the next generation of business leaders. It's a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of management and the vital role of business schools in shaping it.” David Pinchard, Managing Director, Transformation-Leaders.com “Professors O'Regan and Feiger set out a firm but fair challenge to business schools to reinvigorate their offers or risk irrelevance. Their conclusion, that engagement and collaboration should be at the heart of every faculty, is easy to support. Ultimately, the model of engagement between standard setters and practitioners is well established when it comes to professional bodies, and would only bolster business schools that look to emulate it.” Ann Francke OBE, Chief Executive, Chartered Management Institute

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Nicholas O’Regan is Professor in Strategy at Aston Business School. After completing his PhD in Strategy and Leadership, he held Professorial appointments at Middlesex University, and Bristol Business School. Prior to a career in academia, he was the youngest local authority Town Clerk and Chief Executive in Ireland before moving to a number of senior and chief officer positions in UK Local Government. George Feiger was Executive Dean of the College of Business and Social Sciences and Pro Vice Chancellor of Aston University between 2013 and 2023, after having founded and run a wealth management business in the United States. Prior to this, he held a variety of senior roles including Director of McKinsey & Company, Global Head of Investment Banking for SBC Warburg, and Global Head of Onshore Private Banking for UBS.

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