The imperative for all we do at MBS is the belief that the School exists to play a crucial role in the development of civil societies through its contribution to the three facets of civilisation: good business, good government and good communities.

In line with our mission, we are pleased to welcome Professor John Armstrong as Philosopher-in-Residence at MBS. John will explore the ‘art of leadership’ with students, alumni and business. This coming together of great minds and great ideas heralds a unique addition to our leadership toolkit and we look forward to introducing you to John through various events and forums over the next year.

As always, we welcome your feedback on the activities and programs that we offer alumni so please feel free to email me at z.povoas@mbs.edu

Zoe Povoas, Director - Alumni & Community Relations

Acclaimed author and philosopher Associate Professor John Armstrong has been appointed Philosopher-in-Residence at Melbourne Business School. In this unique role, Associate Professor Armstrong will develop the art of leadership among students, alumni, and business at a critical time in human history when leadership needs new ways of thinking. Full details

In his first speaking engagement for the School, Associate Professor Armstrong will present Philosophy for Business at a Brisbane Alumni Chapter breakfast seminar on Friday 14 March.

Building works have transformed the derelict building adjoining MBS at Carlton into a state-of-the-art learning environment.

Encompassing a large new library, 78-seat lecture theatre, 17 syndicate rooms and an additional flat-floor theatre/meeting room, the refurbished area is a modern and spacious facility for MBS staff, students, alumni and visitors. Full details

The Government’s apology to the Stolen Generations of Indigenous Australians and pledge to "close the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians" mirrors the School’s commitment to ensuring access to education for Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander people.  Read more

On Thursday 10 April seventy high-level experts from business, government and academia in China, India and Australia will gather at the Park Hyatt in Melbourne to discuss the future of China and India and their impact on business in Australia.

Full details of the conference, including a current list of speakers, are available on the conference website www.criticalissues.com.au . Registrations are strictly limited and delegates must represent senior decision makers within their organisations.

The opportunity to attend the Critical Issues 2008: The China India Dialogue corporate dinner is open to all MBS Alumni. Full details

Alumna Beverley Honig (MBA 1995) of Honeylight Enterprises Ltd invites alumni to attend a series of training courses on Change Management, Contract Management and Strategic Project Management. Courses are held at MBS and corporate/early bird rates apply to alumni.  Read more

"The better the network we have, the more we can offer new alumni." Richard Blackett (PDM 1995) speaks about his new role as President of the London Alumni Chapter of MBS (LAMBS). Full story

If you're interested in starting a Chapter, or joining one in your region, visit the Global Alumni Chapter pages or email alumni@mbs.edu

Soon you'll be able to share your latest news - promotions, publications, births, marriages and the like - with fellow alumni on a new MBS Class Notes website. Look out for Class Notes in the next edition of Alumni News.

Do you remember when....? Reminisce, reacquaint and remember your student days with former classmates at the 2008 Reunions. This year, we will celebrate the 40, 35, 30, 25 and 20 year reunions of the classes of '68, '73, '78, '83 and '88 on Friday 18 April. And the Classes of 1998 and 2003 will celebrate their 10 and five year reunions on Thursday 17 April. Mark these dates in your diary - invitations will be sent shortly.

With two small children and no family in Australia to help care for them, full-time MBA student Zillay Batool assumed she’d have to miss out on the Industry Studies in Asia subject. A travel scholarship supported by the Annual Fund made it possible. Full story