October was a standout month for international media coverage for our clients operating in global business education. Many of our clients featured in some of the world’s most influential outlets. From Forbes and the Financial Times to The New York Times and The Atlantic, BlueSky Education clients continued to shape conversations on innovation, sustainability, and the future of learning. The 2025 calendar may be nearing its end; however, the academic year is flying into full throttle, with our clients evermore present in leading global conversation.
In Forbes, Hult International Business School contributed to another top tier feature exploring how universities are preparing students for the next generation of jobs. The piece examined the evolving skills landscape driven by AI, automation, and globalisation, highlighting Hult’s forward-thinking approach to employability and experiential learning.
The New York Times featured strong insights from Imperial Business School in a longform piece on the rise of “buy now, pay later” platforms such as Klarna and Affirm. The article unpacked how these fintech models are reshaping consumer behaviour and the future of digital finance.
The Open Institute for Technology featured prominently this month in Raconteur’s “AI on Your Terms” report, discussing how businesses can adopt enterprise-ready AI responsibly. OPIT also appeared in City AM and Metro, more top-tier publications offering expert analysis on whether the current AI boom could mirror the early 2000s dot-com bubble and how organisations can prepare for future disruption.
beVisioneers: The Mercedes-Benz Fellowship wrote an excellent feature piece for Times Higher Education exploring how innovative educational programmes can bridge divides and foster inclusive design thinking. The feature showcased how experiential learning can be used as a tool for social impact and cohesion.
In The Atlantic, the University of Cologne’s expertise contributed to a top-tier data-driven exploration of happiness and parenthood. The article analysed survey findings on how modern parenting influences wellbeing, offering a nuanced look at family life, career balance, and mental health.
The Financial Times shone a light on our clients Aalto University, INSEAD and emlyon Business School in a feature exploring how professional athletes are turning to business education to prepare for life after sport. The piece highlighted how these institutions are equipping elite performers with the strategic, leadership and analytical skills needed to thrive beyond the playing field, underscoring the growing crossover between sporting excellence and executive education.
ESSEC Business School offered valuable insight in a BusinessBecause feature exploring where students can study a master’s in sustainability. The article underlined ESSEC’s commitment to responsible leadership and its dedication to training graduates who can lead the transition to a greener global economy.
October has been a dynamic month, reflecting the global influence of our clients in shaping conversations across technology, sustainability, finance, and education. As the calendar year draws closer to its end, BlueSky Education remains proud to help amplify their voices and celebrate their impact across the world’s top media platforms.
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