Research

Who pays under uniform global accounting rules?

When investors examine a company before a stock buy, how do they know they can trust the books? The U.S.

Although sleepy, housing market shows signs of health

The housing data for April paints a picture of a quiet market, in sharp contrast to April of a year ago when buyers outnumbered sellers. And, the March rise in single family house prices did not hold for April, when prices were virtually stable.

Five ways managers annoy those working for them

In the simplest sense, managers and employees are in a relationship. Here are five pet peeves from good employees.

Three factors to consider before hiring an employee

The concept of bringing in a new employee to a small business can be a daunting one. Sindee Peck, director of the Center for Entrepreneurship, provides key guidance when making the difficult decision.

Pop quiz: How accurate are your economic assumptions?

During the W. P. Carey School's annual Economic Oulook Luncheon, guests have an opportunity to test their personal economic knowledge. How confident are you that you understand background facts on economic issues? Try this short quiz to find out if you are an honors student.

Far from frivolous: The power of strong lawsuits

Insider trading erodes confidence in the stock market and reduces investor participation in a market they figure is rigged on behalf of the rich and powerful. Can shareholder lawsuits deter this self-serving behavior?

Study: Divesting from fossil fuel firms could cost colleges billions

Major universities that rely on large endowments could be hit hard by the recent shift towards divesting from fossil fuels.

On-demand work: choosing inclusivity over exclusivity

The increase of on-demand work has created the necessity for websites tailored to connect freelancers with employment. Information Systems professor Kevin Hong's research shows that the current model for advertising potential jobs can be better designed to increase employment.

Will Brexit negatively affect US commercial real estate landscape?

Commercial Property Executive quoted Real Estate Professor Mark Stapp in their article about the effects of the Brexit: the United Kingdom's exist from the European Union.

Why you need to avoid the office bully

When new employees come on board, the boss wants them to identify with co-workers so they form a strong team. But new research by Professor of Management Blake Ashforth has found that personal identification in the office isn’t always positive, especially if the team includes an office bully.