Center of International Business Research
How can we support international businesses and their ecosystem in the transitions towards sustainability?
Vision
With the help of our impactful research, the Center of International Business Research (CIBR) is facilitating organizations, leaders, and educators to address pressing local and global challenges and co-create solutions, fostering a transition toward sustainable change.
Research Lines
Intercultural Dynamics & Entrepreneurial Mindsets
The first research line is focused on the individual level, and therefore on the personal skills and competences that professionals need for leading and inspiring action towards sustainability. By cultivating these competencies, individuals can play a crucial role in creating a more sustainable future for the present and the future generations.
Behavioral Change in Global Organizations
The second research line is centered on the organizational level, considering how a business can be configured in order to integrate sustainability in the corporate DNA. In this way, we find pathways conciliating the apparent contractions in pursuing both sustainability and prosperity.
Transformations Across Business Ecosystems
The third research line concentrates on ecosystems in which businesses are embedded and therefore on the various networks of relationships that organizations orchestrate across the globe. Enabling collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the development of synergies is a powerful way to leverage joint opportunities for a more sustainable world.
Paradigm Shifts in Finance & Economics
The fourth research line embraces the economic system and proposes a rethinking of the principles on which the functioning of our (western) societies is based. Prioritizing sustainable practices, reducing reliance on obsolete models can foster innovation, business resilience, social well-being and preserve our natural resources.
Research Projects
Our diverse group of researchers are continuously developing more knowledge around our areas of expertise. We are proud to collaborate with partners from around the world to co-create meaningful projects.
Find out about these projects on our 'Applied Research' page.
Dr. Anna Sabidussi
As Professor of Applied Sciences in International Business Anna brings to CIBR more than 20 years of experience in higher education and business practice.
Anna is passionate about supporting the transitions of business practice to sustainable development with impactful applied projects and educating the global citizens of the future.
Our Team
We conduct our research with a group of diverse, experienced researchers from all over the world.
Energy Transition Readiness: A Practical Guide
Empowering businesses for energy transitions requires adequate tools. CIBR and the Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij are happy to share a comprehensive model which helps and guides organizations in their energy transition readiness.
News
Communicating Sustainable Transitions Effectively
Marjon Elshof's PhD research delves into the role of dialogue in internal communications during organizational change. By exploring strategies to reduce resistance and boost commitment, her work offers valuable insights for managers and communication professionals navigating the challenges of creating a more sustainable future.
Digital Magazine for Students
In the spring of 2024, a team of second-year Communication students developed an award-winning digital magazine for the Center of International Business Research (CIBR), offering students insight into CIBR's research and opportunities.
Leading Sustainability Transitions
The Center of International Business Research published the booklet "Leading Sustainability Transitions: An International Business Perspective" in April 2024. To celebrate this milestone, the center is sharing this publication with you.
Inauguration Anna Sabidussi
Professor Sabidussi's inaugural speech focused on the key dimensions involved in embracing sustainability and highlighted novel avenues and solution pathways to successfully engage in the necessary business transformations.
ISB students publish their research
Ask a student what their favorite class is, and not many will say research. Navigating the ins and outs, from defining a problem to finding a solution, takes some practice and can be a big challenge, even for professionals. But once the process is clear, diving headfirst into a topic that becomes more and more intriguing the more you learn about it
International School of Business
The International School of Business trains students to become young professionals with strong commercial, personal and social skills. The environment is international and individual-focused. We work closely with partner universities abroad and with the international business community.
Connected Degree Programs
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Applied Research
Our research projects are carried out in collaboration with national and international businesses, both in the EU region of Arnhem and Nijmegen and beyond.
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Staff & Output
As a research group, we believe it is important to share our knowledge. This way we deliver a structural contribution to education and educational development.