Sydney Business Connect

The University of Sydney Business School

Research

Centre of gender equality and inclusion @ work opening event

University of Sydney awarded $5M gender equality grant

Professor Rae Cooper AO FASSA and Professor Elizabeth Hill will lead a team from the University’s Australian Centre for Gender Equality and Inclusion @ Work, in partnership with other leading researchers, to support research on improving women's lives and gender equality in Australia. Read more.

Raising the Bar 2025: one night, 20 free talks at venues across Sydney

For one-night only, hear from our university researchers, academics and alumni as they explore innovative ideas for a better future in inner-city bars and pubs across the city. Professor Betina Szkudlarek from the Business School will share how we can champion refugees in the workforce. Register now.

Education

University of Sydney announces 2024 UN Women Australia MBA scholars

Amna Karra-Hassan and Dr Ru Karen Kwedza have received the prestigious scholarships, each valued at over $60,000. The scholarships recognise individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership, and a strong commitment to enhancing gender equality and women’s empowerment. Read more.

Boosting children’s mental health with AI

Former Genesis participants Matt Gordon and Jesse Waller, founders of InnerSteps, a new app that uses storytelling and artificial intelligence to help children manage their emotions, were included in Forbes Australia’s 30 Under 30 list of young Australian innovators for 2024. Read more.

Alumni

Skye Jackson, Area Lead for Growth and Change at 7-Eleven (MBA ‘15)

Following a career at Ampol, Skye Jackson’s desire for change led her to an MBA and a new role at 7-Eleven. Now, she’s set on driving the transformation of convenience stores throughout Australia and revolutionising how we fuel more than just our cars. Read more.

Alex Yallouridis, Marine Account Handler at Miller Insurance Services (MIB ‘23)

What began as an internship has developed into an international career for marine insurance broker, Alex Yallouridis. Navigating the financial fallout of global conflicts and unexpected disasters, Alex provides bespoke insurance solutions to the shipping industry. Read more.

Tracey Wei, Strategic Partnership Manager for Australia and New Zealand at TikTok (BCOM '12)

Whether it’s helping small businesses better understand their employee obligations or aiding in the democratisation of access to legal services – Tracey Wei has always found joy in supporting others. Now, with a new role at TikTok – her impact is only set to grow. Read more.

Two people talking at the Business School Industry mentoring program

Share your experience with future leaders

Have you ever considered mentoring a student and supporting the start of their professional journey? The Business School Industry Mentoring Program connects industry and alumni with current Business School students through a series of one-on-one meetings. Register your interest by 8 April.

Upcoming events

Thursday 3 April: Raising the Bar
Thursday 10 April: MBA and Management Information Session
Thursday 24 April: Master of Management Webinar
Wednesday 30 April: Executive MBA Info Session
Friday 23 May – Friday 6 June: AI Fluency Sprint
Friday 23 May – Friday 6 June: Leading Complex Projects Sprint
Friday 6 – Friday 20 June: Net Zero Sprint
Friday 1 – Friday 15 August: Geopolitics and Business Sprint
Tuesday 9 – Friday 12 September: Sydney Leadership Accelerator Program

Unlock lifelong learning with us

Unlocking AI strategy and deployment 
Alumni price benefit: $995 AUD 
23 May – 6 June 2025

The self-paced AI Fluency Sprint, in partnership with Deloitte, will help you to build an understanding of the opportunities, capabilities and challenges of artificial intelligence and engage confidently with key AI stakeholders. Become an AI leader within your organisation. Register now.  

Leading large-scale complex projects
Alumni price benefit: $995 AUD
23 May – 6 June 2025

It’s time to make the jump from project manager to project leader. In partnership with the John Grill Institute for Project Leadership and Infrastructure NSW, enhance your skills in navigating complexity and creating value through big projects, no matter the industry. Register now.

Understanding the transition to net zero  
Alumni price benefit: $995 AUD 
6 – 20 June 2025

In partnership with the Net Zero Initiative and HSBC, the Net Zero sprint delves into how to report and act on your business’ carbon emissions and make the transition to net zero. Register now.  

Understanding and managing geopolitical risk
Alumni price benefit: $995 AUD 
1 – 15 August 2025

The Geopolitics and Business Sprint offers strategies and tools for navigating geopolitical risk, international politics, and the global economy from experts at the United States Studies Centre. Register now.

Sydney Leadership Accelerator Program
Alumni price benefit: $4,070 AUD
9 – 12 September 2025

Leadership transitions are some of the most challenging and important steps in your career. This specially designed, four-day program equips new and experienced managers with skills, leadership frameworks, personal insights and a management toolkit to lead with confidence in complex environments. Register your interest.

Partner with us

There are multiple ways for us to engage. From mentoring a student to guiding a group of budding entrepreneurs, delivering a guest lecture, or becoming a Business Alumni Committee member to graduate recruitment and philanthropy. Our Strategy places our alumni community front and centre stating: 

“Through our global community we develop responsible leaders by creating and mobilising impactful management knowledge to build prosperous, sustainable organisations for a healthy, inclusive society. When reflecting on our alumni community we wish to enable a vibrant global alumni community through meaningful and valuable engagement. We recognise that our alumni have great insights and knowledge.” 

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