News & Impact Stories at Columbia SPS

Faculty

The Fossil Fuel Fantasy

Renewable energy and energy efficiency will enable us to lower the costs and increase the reliability of our energy system.

Faculty, Student

Wealth Management Mentor Helps Army Veteran Forge New Career Path

The M.P.S. in Wealth Management program ignited U.S. Army veteran Leah Naish’s passion for service, leading to a role at her SPS lecturer’s firm.

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Resisting the President’s Attack on State and Local Decarbonization Initiatives

Checks and balances are critical in protecting the freedom that is at the heart of America’s culture and way of life.

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The Evolving Landscape of Conduct Risk in the Digital Age

A recent ERM panel emphasized that ethical culture and proactive tech oversight are crucial for managing conduct risk in the modern world.

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New Course Presentation: Human-Centered Design for Data-Driven Strategy & Decision Making

Watch: Blake DiCosola, lecturer in the Information & Knowledge Strategy program, present his course. (YouTube)

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How Nonprofit Management Can Advance Art Forms: Insights from the Dance Theatre of Harlem

Dr. Basil Smikle Jr. welcomed the ballet company’s artistic director and executive director for a discussion on the history and continuing impact of the company.

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Educating Professionals in Sustainability Management and Policy

Environmental policy & sustainability management graduates understand that we must do better to address our world's problems.

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New Metaphors, Same Framing: Breaking the Cycle of Punitive Public Safety Policy

Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Professor Peter Dixon on the importance of investing in community assets and building capacity to transform conflict.

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Say Hello to AI as Your Team Member: Consulting Careers in Today’s World

M.S. in Technology Management Program Director Shahryar Shaghaghi on the future of career paths in consulting.

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Exploring Innovation and Education in the Tech World

M.S. in Technology Management lecturer Stephano Kim discusses his SPS course, NYC as a tech hub, and the ethical challenges of working in tech.

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New Course Presentation: Campaign Finance & Fundraising Analytics

Watch: Michael Schwam-Baird, associate professor of professional practice in M.S. in Political Analytics (POAN) program, present his course. (YouTube)

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The Growth of Sustainability Metrics and Inclusive Human Resource Practices in Routine Organizational Management

ESG management and DEI practices are elements of effective management, used to enhance organizational performance.