UGSM-Monarch Business School Switzerland is happy to announce that Dr. Ranjani Kanth, Professor of Economics at the University and Fellow of Harvard University has published a new book entitled, “The Post-Human Society: Elemental Contours of the Aesthetic Economy of the United States available through Amazon.

You May View Dr. Kanth’s Extended Biography Here

Abstract:

THE POST-HUMAN SOCIETY is a Path-breaking attempt at a ‘culture-critique’ of the word’s most dominant societal formation: a passionate, literary, ethically and aesthetically inclined, appraisal of the USA. Liberally utilizing a vibrant, sparkling, First-Person Narrative, cartwheeling freely across all conventional disciplinary boundaries, it renders a lyrical expose of all the internal ephemera – social, political, aesthetic – of the only Hegemon left standing on this Planet. Chapter by Chapter, every segment of US societal life is unravelled, with its internal ‘geist’ fully laid bare – as if with a scalpel. The Book carries a Foreword by noted UK Scholar, Professor John Hobson of the University of Sheffield.

Doctoral Student Simon Akinteye from Nigeria discusses his decision to attend Monarch Business School Switzerland.

Dr. Madarasz Presenting An Overview of The Philosophical Imperatives of Doctoral Research

During the recent doctoral symposium held in Dubai-UAE May-2013, Dr. Madarasz-the Chief Academic Officer of Monarch, presented and discussed the philosophical thoughts behind doctoral research and the similarities and differences between various faculties. The presentation was very interesting and well received by all students. You may find the links to the presentation below.

Slide Presentation Download

Video – Part 1 (76 MB)
Video – Part 2 (55 MB)
Video – Part 3 (74 MB)
Video – Part 4 (29 MB)

It is with pleasure that we announce that Doctor of Economics student Myriam Maier has been published in the Journal Equilibrium of the Nicolaus Copernicus University. Her article entitled, “Potential Instruments That The ECB Could Take In Order To Face The Euro Zone Crisis”, is published in the Volume 8, Issue 1, 2013 of the journal.

You May View The Journal Website Here
You May Download The Article Here

ABSTRACT:
The Euro Zone crisis involves a wide range of situations in which economies, financial institutions and assets have lost a substantial portion of their value. The economic impact of the crisis has propelled economies to devise more aggressive strategies to face the crisis as discussed in the context of this review which adds to the body of knowledge available for economists to face future crises.

UGSM-Monarch Business School Switzerland is proud to announce that a collaborative academic agreement has been reached with the University of Pretoria Neuroscience Group. The two schools will collaborate with respect to Neuroscience and Management theory. Professor Dr. Peet Du Toit of The University of Pretoria’s Neuroscience Group recently joined the faculty of Monarch Business School Switzerland. (See Link) Dr. Justin Kennedy, Professor of Organizational Psychology at Monarch recently represented Monarch as well as presented at the Neuroscience Day event at the University of Pretoria in South Africa on the 9th of May, 2013. The event was a great success as shown in the photos below! Monarch looks forward to a fruitful collaboration with the University of Pretoria and wishes both Professors Du Toit and Kennedy much success! Some of the presenters included:

• Prof. Fourie Joubert, University of Pretoria
• Dr. M. Potgieter, University of Pretoria
• Prof. Christa Kruger, University of Pretoria
• Prof. Robert Millar, University of Pretoria
• Prof. Helgard Meyer, University of Pretoria
• Dr. H W Nel, Family Practice, Springs
• Dr. NE Nyakale, Pretoria Academic Hospital
• Prof. Ralf Clauss, Royal Surrey County Hospital, UK
• Gerda Venter, University of Limpopo, South Africa
• Prof. Jannie Ferreira, University of Johannesburg
• Prof. Justin Kennedy, UGSM-Monarch Business School Switzerland
• Prof. John Hanekom, University of Pretoria
• Prof Tania Hanekom, University of Pretoria
• Ariana van Heerden, Tshwane University of Technology, SA

Neuroscience Day May 2013 Final Programme

The Presenters At The Neuroscience Day Event

Dr. Kennedy of UGSM-Monarch Business School Switzerland Presenting To The Crowd

The Crowd Enjoying A Neuroscience Exercise

“The Doctor of Commerce program provides candidates with a fully independent-study program that they may complete with the least amount of intervention by the university. The program is perfect for high caliber candidates that have a research background and work either in industry or academics. It really is the perfect program for those who are seeking a highly flexible study-mode that allows them to complete under their own guidance.” – Dr. Henderson, Dean of Studies

Monarch Business School Switzerland has introduced an independent-study Doctor of Commerce program for externally registered students. This program is designed for students who wish to have external status with the university while completing their manuscript under a fully independent study mode without doctoral supervision. This program provides the greatest amount of flexibility and is intended for candidates that have a high level of academic research knowledge and study discipline. It is ideal for faculty members and professional in research positions or those who simply wish to complete their research with minimal intervention.

The Details Of The Program May Be Viewed Here

Group Photo Of Symposium Participants. Lower Row, Left-to-Right: Dr. York, Dr. Ramadan, Dr. Henderson, Dr. Madarasz, Dr. Beardsell. Upper-Row Far Left Red Tie Dr. Massey, Upper Row Far Right Dr. Leigh.

The recently held doctoral Symposium in Dubai, UAE has concluded and is considered to have been a great success by all that attended. In attendance were senior faculty members and candidates from Europe, Africa and the Middle East, more than 15 different nationalities were represented. The purpose of the Symposium is to assist candidates in the forming of their research and to discuss the many pitfalls and stumbling blocks behind academic research. Presentations were given by Dr. Henderson, Dr. Madarasz, Dr. York and Dr. Massey and Terje Tonsberg.

Mr. Terje Tonsberg Receives the M.Phil. in Business Research Diploma

Dr. Zakir Hussain Receives the Doctor of Business Administration Diploma

Several candidates graduated from programs and were recognized for their achievement at a convocation held on the Saturday. Terje Tonsberg and Kwape Mmela (in abstensia) both received Master of Philosophy in Business Research diplomas while Zakir Hassan received a Doctor of Business Administration award and George Majdalany received a Doctor of Philosophy in Finance award.

Dr. Majdalany Receives the D.Phil. in Finance Diploma

In a special ceremony Dr. Norman Madarasz, the Chief Academic Officer of the University and Professor of Philosophy and Ethics, received a Doctor of Literature Degree for his dedication to the formation and growth of the university since its inception.

Dr. Madarasz Receives the Doctor of Literature Diploma

Dubai, UAE was also considered a uniquely wonderful venue as a backdrop and lived up to its reputation of being the capital of the region. The city never sleeps and candidates were able to take in the sites when not busy in class. The dancing fountains, the Dubai Mall (the largest in the world), the many Souk (marketplaces), the Marina, Burj Kalifa (tallest building at 163 floors) and the beautiful Burj Al Arab (the worlds most luxurious hotel) were only a few of the tremendous sites to visit. However, the many beautiful areas and wonders were only surpassed by the generosity and kindness of the locals who were ready to help at every instance.

The University would like to thank all participants especially the faculty members who made the symposium a reality and we look forward to seeing everyone again at the Fall Symposium to be held in Zug, Switzerland August 28th to September 2nd.

Working Session

Dr. Madarasz Presenting on Philosophy and Business Ethics

Candidates And Faculty Considering A Presentation

Doctoral Candidate and M.Phil. Recipient, Mr. Terje Tonsberg, Presents The Research Tools Session

Room To Read is a non-profit organization that envisions a world in which all children can pursue a quality education, reach their full potential and contribute to their community and the world. To achieve this goal, Room To Read focuses on two areas where they believe they can have the greatest impact: literacy and gender equality in education.  They work in collaboration with communities and local governments across Asia and Africa to develop literacy skills and a habit of reading among primary school children, and support girls to complete secondary school with the life skills they’ll need to succeed in school and beyond.

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

UGSM-Monarch Business School Switzerland believes in the mission statement of Room To Read and have created a team collaboration where students, faculty, administrators and friends may contribute to our fund raising goal. The goal of Monarch is to raise $20,000 US in order to build a two-room classroom. We hope that you too will join us in our desire to make a difference in the world through education.

MAKE A DONATION ON THE MONARCH TEAM PAGE

Visit The Main Room To Read Website

Mr. Adu Anane Antwi is a D.Phil. in Governance candidate. He is a chartered accountant and a lawyer, and holds an MBA degree and a BSc. Administration in Accounting degree from the University of Ghana. He is the Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Ghana (SEC). Until his current appointment, he was the Chief Executive Officer of Finlaw Consult., a firm of financial consultants and investment lawyers, and a partner in A & A Associates, a firm of chartered accountants. He previously worked as the Director of Corporate Finance & Investment Management at the SEC from 1999 to 2003. He also worked previously as the Director of Investment & Fund Management at the National Health Insurance Authority.

Mr. Antwi has previously served as an Adjunct Lecturer at the Ghana School of Law, the Graduate School of the Central University College, the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, and the National Banking College, and as a Resource Person for the West African Institute for Economic and Financial Management (WAIFEM), Nigeria. He is a member of the Financial Stability Board Regional Consultative Group for Sub-Saharan Africa and has previously served on a number of boards and financial market committees in Ghana including the Financial Sector Consultative Committee, the Long Term Savings Committee and the National Bond Market Committee.

The University is happy to announce that Dr. Peet du Toit has joined the faculty as Professor of Neuroscience & Physiology For Workplace Health. He holds a Ph.D. in Physiology from the University of Pretoria, South Africa. He also holds a M.Sc. in Microbiology, a B.Sc. Honors Microbiology as well as a B.Sc. in Physiology also from the University of Pretoria. At present, he is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Pretoria.

Dr. du Toit’s research focuses on the general health of employees in various sectors. The field of wellness assessment has burgeoned in the last decade as employers become more aware that a healthy employee is a productive employee. Health risk assessments are one of the methods used to collect data that allow for the identification and targeting of employee health risks. The purpose of employee health risk assessments is to provide diagnostic results and serve as a catalyst for health behaviour change among specific employees. When high, moderate and low risk employees are identified according to specific health risks it allows for a targeted wellness programme to be implemented within the company. Dr. du Toit has been involved in health and physical fitness testing, psychological evaluation and wellness evaluation for the SANDF-South African National Defense Force, SAPS-South African Police Services academies and other government departments.

Please join us in welcoming Professor du Toit to the University.

You May View Dr. du Toit’s Extended Biography Here