There aren’t many things consumers are willing to pay more for these days, but when it comes to aviation technology, flights are an exception, at least according to a recent study published in The Journal of Travel Research. Research Shows Travelers Paying More for Safety Researchers from three universities—Ben Guiron…
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Louisiana Prepares for State and Federal Renewable Energy Mandates
Louisiana Renewable Energy Program Like most major utility companies in the United States, those in Louisiana haven’t always embraced the idea of tapping into renewable energy sources. Propelled by a 2010 pilot program approved by the Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC), however, reluctant power companies are finally making measurable gains…
Get an Entrepreneurship Degree: Experts Say the Time is Now to Start Your Own Business
You may think getting an entrepreneurship degree and starting your own business in a struggling economy is a bad idea, but the experts disagree. In fact, they say the timing has never been better, thanks to the resources entrepreneurs have access to in our globally connected society. Uber-successful author and…
MBA Jobs and Salaries on the Rise Sparks Need for Online Masters Programs
The economy has forced many people to return to school in order to begin a new career after being laid off from jobs in industries that stand little chance of being revived. These nontraditional students may find it difficult to choose a new career path. After all, there aren’t many…
Is America Prepared for a National Emergency?
With growing fears of economic collapse, national disasters, and terrorist attacks, the United States government in association with private entities is increasing efforts to ensure the safety of its citizens in the event of a national emergency. Despite these ongoing efforts, however, many average citizens and experts alike question whether…
2013 U.S. News Rankings Put Seven Fla. Universities In Top 100
MIAMI (CBSMiami) — Although its ranking fell this year, the University of Miami again placed top among Florida colleges in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges 2013. The South Florida Business Journal reports UM ranked No. 44 in the rankings released on Wednesday. That’s down from No. 38 last year.
University of Miami leads U.S. News rankings in Florida, despite drop
The University of Miami once again earned the top ranking among Florida colleges in the annual U.S. News & World Report ranking of the Best Colleges 2013, although it slipped six places. Read more…