Celebrating innovation in teaching: The 6th Annual Scholarship Symposium at the School of Business

On the afternoon of Tuesday 28 October, the School of Business proudly hosted its 6th Annual Scholarship Symposium; an event dedicated to showcasing the vibrant and innovative scholarship taking place within the School. This year’s symposium brought together academic staff to share insights, spark discussion, and reflect on the evolving landscape of business education.

The symposium featured a diverse range of presentations, each highlighting practical and research-driven approaches to teaching and learning. Topics included:

• Utilising the School’s Bloomberg Laboratory to enhance financial literacy and real-world data analysis.
• Exploring the effects of socioeconomic deprivation on academic outcomes, shedding light on equity and access in education.
• Digital equity in higher education, a timely discussion on bridging the digital divide for students.
• The impact of real-world case studies on student engagement, demonstrating how applied learning boosts motivation and understanding.
• Groupwork skills in postgraduate business education, focusing on collaboration and communication in advanced learning environments.
• Attendance and engagement, and their measurable influence on academic success.

A highlight of the afternoon was the keynote address by Christine Kingsley from Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design. Her talk, “A Curriculum for the Future”, offered a forward-looking perspective on the college’s preparations for the 2025/26 curriculum review, encouraging attendees to think critically about how curriculum design can meet future challenges.

Overall, the symposium reflected the School of Business’s commitment to addressing real-world teaching challenges and continuously improving the student experience. Attendees left inspired, with fresh ideas and renewed enthusiasm for scholarship in teaching.”