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Publishing in a prestigious academic journal is not easy. In the field of management, rejection rates typically range between 90% and 95%. But what determines whether a reviewer recommends accepting or rejecting a paper? At the outset, the authors of the study On the determinants of journal rejection rates: Evidence from the Journal of Financial […]
We have all heard the advice on how to write academic papers countless times: “Write simply. Be concise. Avoid unnecessary jargon.” But what if evaluators—and increasingly, algorithms in the future—actually appreciate the exact opposite? Our team at the Faculty of Informatics and Statistics at the Prague University of Economics and Business decided to replace impressions […]
For decades, our knowledge has relied on the peer review system, which is intended to ensure that only scientifically sound studies—methodologically and factually—see the light of day. In the academic community, legitimate concerns are beginning to emerge about what the rise of artificial intelligence may do to this system. Let us look at the main […]
Three percent—or nearly twenty? In the debate on childcare for children under three, public discussion has long relied on figures that only partially reflect reality. Research from the Faculty of Economics at the Prague University of Economics and Business shows that without including children’s groups, the picture of childcare for children under three in the […]
The energy transition has primarily been justified as a response to climate change. However, a new study by Zbyněk Dubský and Štěpánka Zemanová from the Department of International Studies and Diplomacy at the Faculty of International Relations, Prague University of Economics and Business, published in the prestigious academic journal European Security, shows that in the European Commission’s […]
The fate of companies is often linked to the personalities of their leaders. What personality traits do they tend to have, and to what extent is the character of top managers truly reflected in a company’s performance? This question concerns not only the public but also researchers. One frequently discussed trait is narcissism. Some studies […]
VŠE has reached an important milestone: in the latest MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships results, we have succeeded in securing the first MSCA PF grant in the university’s history. While we cannot yet share details of the specific project, we can already place this achievement in the broader context of an exceptionally competitive call: Under the MSCA […]
Generation Z – young people born between 1995 and 2010 – is entering the Czech labour market with a strong emphasis on personal growth, meaningful work, and a friendly workplace environment. At the same time, employers appreciate their digital skills and creativity. A new study reveals alignment in the shared emphasis on development, but also […]
Prague / Austin / Berkeley – The year 1968 is one of the most pivotal moments in modern Czech history. The Prague Spring, hopes for reform, and the subsequent invasion by Warsaw Pact troops shaped entire generations. An international research team from the Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE), The University of Texas at […]
A survey conducted in 2025 among graduates of doctoral programmes at VŠE shows that doctoral study can be not only enriching but also highly practical. Graduates view doctoral studies as a key step for their professional growth—not only in academia. What motivates people to pursue a doctorate? According to the survey, more than 50 % […]
