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This research publication provides an exclusive source of organisational leadership research and insights generated by USB academics and PhD, MBA and other Master's students, as well as by experts associated with the school.

The aim of the publication is to share new knowledge – in an accessible and useful way – with current and future leaders in order to contribute to the development of the South African and African economies. Hence its tagline: Where leaders grow.

Published by: USB
Publication frequency: twice a year

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Do market-timing strategies work?
A South African study shows it is possible to outperform the JSE All Share Index by using predictive models that prompt switching between cash and shares ahead of looming up- and downturns.
Execute strategy with intelligence
What does it take to realise the potential benefits of a business intelligence system as a contributor to strategy execution? This study provides criteria for success. A consolidated framework, tested in practice, is offered.
Growing the fruits of HIV/Aids research
A study identifies the need for a centre to facilitate a strategic mission in HIV/Aids research and stimulate research output and product innovation in South Africa.
Come fly with me
What attracts customers to a specific airline and booking channel? German tourists air their views and reveal that price dictates their choices. Results of a consumer survey are discussed.
Learning to dance on a shifting carpet
In a global business environment, future leaders must be able to balance many paradoxes simultaneously without losing their footing. An international viewpoint on organisational leadership is presented.
Investing in the bottom of the pyramid
Two companies whose business strategies aid economic development demonstrate the power of a sustainability vision in combating malaria in Africa. A set of practical lessons is extracted.
King III – International best practice or best preach?
Let's avoid slipping into 'creative' application and explanation.
New ICT tricks steal the limelight
The scene that is unfolding on the business stage as new information and communication technologies make their appearance may turn many business strategies into mere anachronisms. Progressive business people should take note of ten key trends for 2010 and beyond.

Do market-timing strategies work?
A South African study shows it is possible to outperform the JSE All Share Index by using predictive models that prompt switching between cash and shares ahead of looming up- and downturns.
Execute strategy with intelligence
What does it take to realise the potential benefits of a business intelligence system as a contributor to strategy execution? This study provides criteria for success. A consolidated framework, tested in practice, is offered.
Growing the fruits of HIV/Aids research
A study identifies the need for a centre to facilitate a strategic mission in HIV/Aids research and stimulate research output and product innovation in South Africa.
Come fly with me
What attracts customers to a specific airline and booking channel? German tourists air their views and reveal that price dictates their choices. Results of a consumer survey are discussed.
Learning to dance on a shifting carpet
In a global business environment, future leaders must be able to balance many paradoxes simultaneously without losing their footing. An international viewpoint on organisational leadership is presented.
Investing in the bottom of the pyramid
Two companies whose business strategies aid economic development demonstrate the power of a sustainability vision in combating malaria in Africa. A set of practical lessons is extracted.
King III – International best practice or best preach?
Let's avoid slipping into 'creative' application and explanation.
New ICT tricks steal the limelight
The scene that is unfolding on the business stage as new information and communication technologies make their appearance may turn many business strategies into mere anachronisms. Progressive business people should take note of ten key trends for 2010 and beyond.

Do market-timing strategies work?
A South African study shows it is possible to outperform the JSE All Share Index by using predictive models that prompt switching between cash and shares ahead of looming up- and downturns.
Execute strategy with intelligence
What does it take to realise the potential benefits of a business intelligence system as a contributor to strategy execution? This study provides criteria for success. A consolidated framework, tested in practice, is offered.
Growing the fruits of HIV/Aids research
A study identifies the need for a centre to facilitate a strategic mission in HIV/Aids research and stimulate research output and product innovation in South Africa.
Come fly with me
What attracts customers to a specific airline and booking channel? German tourists air their views and reveal that price dictates their choices. Results of a consumer survey are discussed.
Learning to dance on a shifting carpet
In a global business environment, future leaders must be able to balance many paradoxes simultaneously without losing their footing. An international viewpoint on organisational leadership is presented.
Investing in the bottom of the pyramid
Two companies whose business strategies aid economic development demonstrate the power of a sustainability vision in combating malaria in Africa. A set of practical lessons is extracted.
King III – International best practice or best preach?
Let's avoid slipping into 'creative' application and explanation.
New ICT tricks steal the limelight
The scene that is unfolding on the business stage as new information and communication technologies make their appearance may turn many business strategies into mere anachronisms. Progressive business people should take note of ten key trends for 2010 and beyond.

Do market-timing strategies work?
A South African study shows it is possible to outperform the JSE All Share Index by using predictive models that prompt switching between cash and shares ahead of looming up- and downturns.
Execute strategy with intelligence
What does it take to realise the potential benefits of a business intelligence system as a contributor to strategy execution? This study provides criteria for success. A consolidated framework, tested in practice, is offered.
Growing the fruits of HIV/Aids research
A study identifies the need for a centre to facilitate a strategic mission in HIV/Aids research and stimulate research output and product innovation in South Africa.
Come fly with me
What attracts customers to a specific airline and booking channel? German tourists air their views and reveal that price dictates their choices. Results of a consumer survey are discussed.
Learning to dance on a shifting carpet
In a global business environment, future leaders must be able to balance many paradoxes simultaneously without losing their footing. An international viewpoint on organisational leadership is presented.
Investing in the bottom of the pyramid
Two companies whose business strategies aid economic development demonstrate the power of a sustainability vision in combating malaria in Africa. A set of practical lessons is extracted.
King III – International best practice or best preach?
Let's avoid slipping into 'creative' application and explanation.
New ICT tricks steal the limelight
The scene that is unfolding on the business stage as new information and communication technologies make their appearance may turn many business strategies into mere anachronisms. Progressive business people should take note of ten key trends for 2010 and beyond.

Do market-timing strategies work?
A South African study shows it is possible to outperform the JSE All Share Index by using predictive models that prompt switching between cash and shares ahead of looming up- and downturns.
Execute strategy with intelligence
What does it take to realise the potential benefits of a business intelligence system as a contributor to strategy execution? This study provides criteria for success. A consolidated framework, tested in practice, is offered.
Growing the fruits of HIV/Aids research
A study identifies the need for a centre to facilitate a strategic mission in HIV/Aids research and stimulate research output and product innovation in South Africa.
Come fly with me
What attracts customers to a specific airline and booking channel? German tourists air their views and reveal that price dictates their choices. Results of a consumer survey are discussed.
Learning to dance on a shifting carpet
In a global business environment, future leaders must be able to balance many paradoxes simultaneously without losing their footing. An international viewpoint on organisational leadership is presented.
Investing in the bottom of the pyramid
Two companies whose business strategies aid economic development demonstrate the power of a sustainability vision in combating malaria in Africa. A set of practical lessons is extracted.
King III – International best practice or best preach?
Let's avoid slipping into 'creative' application and explanation.
New ICT tricks steal the limelight
The scene that is unfolding on the business stage as new information and communication technologies make their appearance may turn many business strategies into mere anachronisms. Progressive business people should take note of ten key trends for 2010 and beyond.

Do market-timing strategies work?
A South African study shows it is possible to outperform the JSE All Share Index by using predictive models that prompt switching between cash and shares ahead of looming up- and downturns.
Execute strategy with intelligence
What does it take to realise the potential benefits of a business intelligence system as a contributor to strategy execution? This study provides criteria for success. A consolidated framework, tested in practice, is offered.
Growing the fruits of HIV/Aids research
A study identifies the need for a centre to facilitate a strategic mission in HIV/Aids research and stimulate research output and product innovation in South Africa.
Come fly with me
What attracts customers to a specific airline and booking channel? German tourists air their views and reveal that price dictates their choices. Results of a consumer survey are discussed.
Learning to dance on a shifting carpet
In a global business environment, future leaders must be able to balance many paradoxes simultaneously without losing their footing. An international viewpoint on organisational leadership is presented.
Investing in the bottom of the pyramid
Two companies whose business strategies aid economic development demonstrate the power of a sustainability vision in combating malaria in Africa. A set of practical lessons is extracted.
King III – International best practice or best preach?
Let's avoid slipping into 'creative' application and explanation.
New ICT tricks steal the limelight
The scene that is unfolding on the business stage as new information and communication technologies make their appearance may turn many business strategies into mere anachronisms. Progressive business people should take note of ten key trends for 2010 and beyond.

Do market-timing strategies work?
A South African study shows it is possible to outperform the JSE All Share Index by using predictive models that prompt switching between cash and shares ahead of looming up- and downturns.
Execute strategy with intelligence
What does it take to realise the potential benefits of a business intelligence system as a contributor to strategy execution? This study provides criteria for success. A consolidated framework, tested in practice, is offered.
Growing the fruits of HIV/Aids research
A study identifies the need for a centre to facilitate a strategic mission in HIV/Aids research and stimulate research output and product innovation in South Africa.
Come fly with me
What attracts customers to a specific airline and booking channel? German tourists air their views and reveal that price dictates their choices. Results of a consumer survey are discussed.
Learning to dance on a shifting carpet
In a global business environment, future leaders must be able to balance many paradoxes simultaneously without losing their footing. An international viewpoint on organisational leadership is presented.
Investing in the bottom of the pyramid
Two companies whose business strategies aid economic development demonstrate the power of a sustainability vision in combating malaria in Africa. A set of practical lessons is extracted.
King III – International best practice or best preach?
Let's avoid slipping into 'creative' application and explanation.
New ICT tricks steal the limelight
The scene that is unfolding on the business stage as new information and communication technologies make their appearance may turn many business strategies into mere anachronisms. Progressive business people should take note of ten key trends for 2010 and beyond.

Do market-timing strategies work?
A South African study shows it is possible to outperform the JSE All Share Index by using predictive models that prompt switching between cash and shares ahead of looming up- and downturns.
Execute strategy with intelligence
What does it take to realise the potential benefits of a business intelligence system as a contributor to strategy execution? This study provides criteria for success. A consolidated framework, tested in practice, is offered.
Growing the fruits of HIV/Aids research
A study identifies the need for a centre to facilitate a strategic mission in HIV/Aids research and stimulate research output and product innovation in South Africa.
Come fly with me
What attracts customers to a specific airline and booking channel? German tourists air their views and reveal that price dictates their choices. Results of a consumer survey are discussed.
Learning to dance on a shifting carpet
In a global business environment, future leaders must be able to balance many paradoxes simultaneously without losing their footing. An international viewpoint on organisational leadership is presented.
Investing in the bottom of the pyramid
Two companies whose business strategies aid economic development demonstrate the power of a sustainability vision in combating malaria in Africa. A set of practical lessons is extracted.
King III – International best practice or best preach?
Let's avoid slipping into 'creative' application and explanation.
New ICT tricks steal the limelight
The scene that is unfolding on the business stage as new information and communication technologies make their appearance may turn many business strategies into mere anachronisms. Progressive business people should take note of ten key trends for 2010 and beyond.

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Dr John Morrison on 021 918 4258 or at Lab@usb.ac.za.