Walmart Japan: A Lesson in International Business

EHS is changing. Beyond protecting workers, the industry is transforming into a hub of innovation, sustainability, & leadership. As balancing compliance with profitability, conservation, and personalised worker safety becomes a challenge, EHS professionals must now evolve to fulfill new skill demands.  

Glimpse the future at UniAthena's Live Session, 'EHS 2025: The Future of Safety & Innovation'. This session explores EHS in 2025 and beyond, chronicling the evolution of the domain, integration of AI & ML in Safety, the emphasis on Sustainability, domain-centric EHS innovation, and the future of EHS leadership.

Imagine the scene. You are walking on a red carpet, entering the spotlight, and receiving your much-anticipated and well-earned Doctorate in Business Administration. A triumphant moment, indeed - but what happens once you exit the stage?

Join UniAthena's upcoming Webinar, 'The Research-Driven Executive: Leveraging a DBA for Success', where we will rediscover the DBA, beyond the classroom. Gain insight into the post-doc journey, balancing academia with business practice, refining research motivations, applying theory at work, and more! Register now!

Look around you. From the phone that never leaves your hand, to the ergonomic desk where you work, and even the coffee you cannot go without, you are surrounded by the fruits of human creativity. Ready to take a journey through the past, present and future of innovation? Join UniAthena's Live Session, 'Innovation Decoded: How Great Ideas Become Reality'. Explore the key innovations that changed the course of humanity, their impact on societies, the role of technology in fueling innovation, and more.

So, you have decided to earn a Doctorate in Business Administration. For professionals on the go, the DBA unlocks impressive career opportunities - and intensely challenging hurdles. Yet with the right program and learning platform, anything is possible.

Join UniAthena's Live Session, 'Open House - Doctorate of Business Administration', where we will discuss how our DBA is tailored for your success and convenience. From 100% Online Delivery to Personal Tutor Support, get a glimpse into how your DBA with UniAthena can be.

From Remote Work to Skill-based Hiring, every career trend of 2025 highlights the growing importance of strong communication skills. Whether you need to impress a client or defuse a workplace conflict, precise and impactful communication skills can help you be seen and remembered.

Join UniAthena's free Webinar, 'Mastering Business Communication'. Discover actionable insights to improve verbal, non-verbal and written communications. Get ready to master the art of active listening and persuasive speech, enhance workplace interactions and leave a lasting impression.

You don't need to reinvent the wheel - but integrating Data and AI can make it smarter than ever! This is the idea behind the next evolution of Containerisation, a Supply Chain and Shipping Industry tool that allows the safe and efficient movement of goods between countries. 

Join UniAthena's Live Session, 'Container Terminals 4.0' and discover how Data, AI and Automation are poised to innovate Containerisation, from cargo equipment and operations to terminal layouts and yard planning. Peek into the future of Supply Chain and prepare to claim your spot. 

Decentralised Finance (DeFi) - the future of money, or a fad? Despite the superfast rise of Bitcoin, Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies, it is smarter to learn more before jumping onto the DeFi bandwagon.

Join UniAthena's Live Session, 'Decoding Decentralised Finance' for an expert-led education on the fundamentals of DeFi. You will explore the concept of DeFi, it's future, how it compares to traditional finance, opportunities and challenges in field, and more.

What’s powering the smartest business decisions in 2025? Data analytics.
Data is no longer a byproduct of operations—it’s the driver of growth. In “Data Analytics: Your Game-Changer for 2025”, we’ll show you how analytics transforms raw data into actionable insights. From tracking customer preferences to predicting sales trends, discover how data-driven decisions are reshaping industries. Learn the fundamentals, see real-world applications, and explore tools like Power BI to leverage analytics in e-commerce and beyond. Join us to unlock the power of data and stay ahead in 2025’s competitive landscape.

From Legal Services to IT Support, Professional Services Firms offer invaluable support to businesses across industries. However, these services face the challenge of rampant firm mortality.

UniAthena's Webinar, 'Professional Service Firms: Challenges and Solutions', explores the role of these companies and how firm mortality affects them. With insightful case studies and solutions for sustainable longevity, this webinar offers key perspectives in protecting a crucial asset in the business world.

Have you heard about Dentistry 3.0? It’s the new era of dentistry that goes beyond excellent patient care. It’s a new paradigm that integrates innovation, digital tools, and strategic growth practices.

The “Dentistry 3.0: Marketing Growth Tactics" webinar provides a concrete explanation of how to build your practice by leveraging smart marketing, smart financial planning, and understanding the factors impacting patient decisions. Whether your goal is to attract and retain patients or stay on top of the latest industry trends, this session gets your practice poised for sustainable growth. Register today to help shape the next stage of your practice.

Ever wondered, how do global brands manage to succeed in markets that are poles apart? The answer lies in Localization! It is necessary to account for cultural aspects, customer preferences, and several other market-specific needs in order to truly grow.

In this Webinar, we’ll explore how synchronizing your strategy with domestic market needs can ultimately lead to better customer retention & operational productivity. With case studies from industry leaders, we’ll take you through the frameworks that play a key role in balancing your global brand consistency with local customization. Register now if you're keen to thrive in a world where local actions drive global impact.

Every 21st-century enterprise is eyeing digital transformation, but many fall short. The reason? Because their efforts are too broad, too disconnected, or too rushed. Too often, they rush into adopting digital tools without fully understanding how their existing systems need to evolve first.

UniAthena's “Simplifying Digital Transformation for Business Growth” webinar takes you through the framework that eliminates the guesswork. You’ll learn how to assess your organization’s current state, define your digital future, and identify the critical gaps that prevent progress. This isn’t about technology for technology’s sake—it’s about building a digital strategy that enhances your workflows, empowers your people, and drives meaningful growth.

Excel, powered by AI? It's here! Join UniAthena's upcoming session, 'Mastering MS Excel with AI & ChatGPT' and let AI change how you use Excel forever. From streamlined Data Analysis to efficient automation of routine tasks, discover how tools like ChatGPT for Excel can help you get more done in less time.

The professional world is facing a serious problem. Researchers at John Hopkins University found that workplace well-being has been declining since 2023 - and it shows no signs of improving.

Join UniAthena's upcoming webinar, 'Workplace Wellness: Prioritize Your Wellbeing' and explore the critical need to address worsening mental health in the workplace, covering the impact of workplace toxicity on productivity, tools to manage professional well-being and examples of workplace wellness in action.

A DBA adds far more than a 'Dr.' to your name. It is a ticket to executive positions, faculty roles, consulting jobs and greater opportunities. With more industries favoring deep expertise and niche specialisations, earning a DBA offers a significant edge in a crowd of MBA-holders.

UniAthena's Open House, 'Doctorate of Business Administration' offers key insights into our European DBA. From flexible learning features and personalised Tutor support, to curriculum and faculty details, this session can be your gateway to a brighter professional future.

Doctorate of Business Administration

An MBA is not only for leaders and entrepreneurs. These highly specialised programs offer the key strategic thinking, problem-solving and critical thinking abilities that every Professional needs to succeed. With affordable online MBA programs, developing these crucial skills might be easier than you think!

Discover UniAthena's European MBA offerings at our upcoming Open House, 'Master of Business Administration'. Gain insight into the UniAthena learning experience, program features, partner universities, career pathways, faculty and more!

Master of Business Administration

Don't order - inspire. This is Transformational Leadership, a dynamic management style that focuses on inspiring a team to action. But what makes transformational leaders, the likes of Netflix's Reed Hastings and Amazon's Jeff Bezos, so successful?

Join UniAthena's DBA Rendezvous, 'Transformational Leadership: Driving Individual Performance'. The session explores this style of leadership in detail, addressing its link to Individual Performance Management, practical applications, challenges, and more.

Financial Ratios are key to understanding your organisation's financial health. Knowing how to interpret and use Financial Ratio insights is key to identifying, addressing and overcoming financial weaknesses.  

Ready to diagnose your company's finances?  UniAthena's upcoming webinar, 'Decoding Business Health with Financial Ratios' is the place to start. The webinar offers practical insights into how Ratios can guide decision-making and show the bigger picture, along with important tools, limitations and lessons. 

Considering pursuing a Degree from UniAthena? Here's everything you need to know! Join our upcoming Live Session, 'From Bachelor's to Doctorate: A Comprehensive Guide to UniAthena's Programs'. We will discuss our academic offerings in detail, with a glimpse into the admission process, learner experience, alumni testimonials and more! Register now.

If you are ill, would you choose ayurveda or tablets?  Whichever your choice, it is clear that the long-running Orthodox versus Western Medicine debate is extremely reductive. With clear benefits to both approaches, why not have the best of both worlds?

Explore the blending of medicinal approaches at UniAthena's upcoming Live Session, 'The Future of Healthcare: Integrative Medicine Solutions'. Learn about Orthodox & Traditional Medicine, its integration,  associated benefits and challenges, and further recommendations. Register now, and explore the new future of Healthcare.

Watch Industry Experts come together and deliberate this question, live at UniAthena's upcoming International Conclave on Supply Chain Resilience and Risk Management! Explore insights into Supply Chain Resilience, Risk Mitigation, Integration of Technology like AI and Predictive Analytics, and Future Trends.

Don't miss the opportunity to future-proof your Supply Chains - book your spot now!

Heads up! Over 70% of Businesses have adopted AI for atleast one Business objective, and this trend is set to continue (Forbes). From productivity to customer engagement, the AI wave is real, and this is your chance to ride along.  

Join UniAthena's Live Session, 'MBA: AI in Business'. Discover how our flexible MBA will help you take charge of the AI-powered businesses of tomorrow. The session will also address UniAthena's learning experience, course progression, academic assistance, career pathways, and more.

MBA AI in Business

Software Testing is not just a routine task. Releasing error-ridden applications to the public can tarnish customer trust and company image, sometimes beyond repair. Testing Softwares not only prevents this, but enhances user experience and brand loyalty.  Explore this critical process deeper at UniAthena's webinar, 'Software Testing: Your Gateway to a Tech Career'. From the importance of this process to test types and best practices, this comprehensive webinar is your first step to mastering one of tech's most in-demand skills.

100% Online, Affordable and Flexible -- and yet, UniAthena's Postgraduate Certificates just became even better! Certify yourself in even less time and money with UniAthena's Earn Credit Program. How?

Find out at our upcoming Live Session, 'Earn Credits: A New Path to Your Degree'. We will discuss how the program benefits you, how you can apply for it, and how it acts as a stepping stone to your dream degree. 

Doing good, or doing good business – which is better? The current market is highly profit-driven and competitive, but Millennial and Gen-Z consumers actively support brands who champion social justice and sustainability. This push is so strong that even household brands like Levi's and Adidas are integrating Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) into their values and efforts.

Explore this divide in depth at UniAthena’s Live Discussion, ‘Profit vs. CSR: What Should Companies Prioritise?’. The session covers profit versus purpose, striking a balance, ethical considerations, consumer expectations, and more.

User Interfaces can make or break the customer experience. The key? Strong User Research! From choosing the right colours to the intuitive placement of a button, an interface designed with the User in mind will achieve impressive results.

Explore the world of UI/UX Design with UniAthena’s Webinar, 'User Research – A Key Pillar of UI/UX Design'. Explore how User Research can take an Interface from good to great, research methods and real-life case studies.

'Why should we hire you?' If this question makes you break a sweat, then you must focus on branding yourself. A brand is not only for major corporations - it is also how Professionals like you can stand out and succeed in a saturated job market.

Join UniAthena's Webinar, 'Branding Yourself' and explore the world of Professional Branding, including how doing it well can even land you a position in the UN! Register now!

Tableau is your gateway to game-changing Data insights - and we have the key to unlock it! Join us at UniAthena's Live Session, 'Tableau Fundamentals', where we will discuss how you can utilise the platform for all your data needs. From Data Cleaning and Connecting to Interactive Charts and Coding, make the most of your Data with Tableau.

Being ethical is a no-brainer - but how do you integrate ethics into your management style? What does ethical leadership look like when it leaves textbooks and enters real life?

Join UniAthena's Webinar, 'Leading with Ethics: A Guide for Managers', where we explore the meaning of Ethics from a leadership lens. We also look at how ethical leadership can influence everything, from employee retention to customer satisfaction.

Recruiting and retaining a top-notch workforce is critical to any venture's success. As an HR Professional, it is up to you to offer the kind of Employee Value Proposition (EVP) that makes your company the place to be.

But what is EVP, and how is it beneficial? Find out at UniAthena's webinar, 'The HR and Employer Value Proposition'. We will discuss how EVP benefits both employees and entities alike.

Pursuing an MBA as a full-time Professional involves considering several questions. What University should you choose? Do you wish to study online, or on site? What about fees, faculty and student support services?

Explore our flexible and affordable FastTrack MBA at UniAthena's Open House, 'MBA General Management'. From course delivery and fee structures to career prospects and Alumni experiences, discover the potential of a European MBA.

Everyone knows the importance of Data - but few are able to make sense of it. Turning complex formulas and numbers into clear graphs and visuals is a skill that will position you for success.

Get started with UniAthena's Webinar, 'Learn Data Visualization using Python'. This beginner-friendly session will familiarise you with Data Visualisation fundamentals, the role of Python, visualisation procedures, data refinement and more!

EHS Aspirants, get ready for once-in-a-lifetime opportunity- UniAthena is going live with our highly-anticipated EHS Conclave!

This exciting session features eye-opening presentations from four established EHS Experts of diverse industries.

Discover game-changing insights into the latest EHS trends, from upcoming Safety Tech and Innovation to EHS audits, Safety practices and industry challenges.  

Industries await your innovative safety measures - so tune in, access new knowledge and enhance your professional prowess.

Social media feed, industry reports, newsletters...Do you often switch between multiple sources to monitor the latest digital marketing trends?

Here's a one-stop webinar that's going to tell you what all is REALLY important.

Presenting “Digital Marketing Trends 2024" webinar where you'll gain actionable insights to refine your strategy. We'll break down everything from content and influencer marketing to e-commerce integration, AI-powered SEO, and lots more.

Get ready to future-proof your marketing strategy! 

It's 2024, and the concept of a 'safe job' is dead. Every career demands constant upskilling and updation - including Engineering! But Upskilling requires lots of time and money - something that few Engineers have. So the solution?

Explore the world of flexible and affordable learning with UniAthena at our live session, 'Engineer’s Toolkit: Leveraging E-Learning for Success'. Discover e-Learning, strategies for successful upskilling and integrating learning into practice.

A mastermind of Innovation and Management, Steve Jobs has revolutionised the way we interact with technology. His legacy in building the largest Tech Giant in the world is still unsurpassed, and Business Professionals across industries value his management insights.
Ready to be inspired? Join UniAthena's Live Session, 'Decoding Steve Jobs'. Learn about his leadership style, future-forward attitude, technological legacy and management lessons.

There is no doubt about it - Data Science is the future of all industries. With the skyrocketing demand for experts and ever-increasing job openings, exploring opportunities in this field is a must.

Discover Data Science Courses & Careers at UniAthena's Webinar, ''Live Session: Master in Data Science'. We will introduce you to the domain, along with Data Science applications, opportunities and the perfect Master program to get started in the field.

Behind every strong legal argument, there's solid research. But finding the right information at times can be complex and tiresome for many! That's why UniAthena is here to ease things for you with the right tools & techniques.
Join our "How to Improve your Legal Research Skills" Webinar to solidify your legal research skills. We will cover advanced database techniques, efficient research planning, accurate citation methods, and more.

Upskilling is not a trend - it's the winning strategy. With every success-oriented Professional upskilling consistently, it is up to you to keep yourself updated and in-demand. How?
Find out at UniAthena's Live Session, 'UniAthena - Higher Education & Short Courses'. We will discuss our Short Course & Academic Offerings, the prestige of European Qualifications, flexible & affordable upskilling, and more.

Do you also wish to make your money grow & build a brighter financial tomorrow? You need to be able to navigate through the complexities and risks associated. UniAthena is here to offer you a clear roadmap to simpler and safer investments.
Join our "Mastering Financial Risk Management" Webinar to make smart investment choices that align with your personal goals. Learn to invest strategically, even if you're starting with zero experience. 

Ever heard the saying, 'When in Rome, do as the Romans do'? That is precisely what the world's largest retailer, Walmart, failed to do at its locations in Japan. But in this case study lies important lessons for International Business professionals.
Explore what led to the retail giant's failure in Japan with UniAthena's Webinar, 'Walmart Japan: A Lesson in International Business'. It follows Walmart's timeline in Japan, Labor Disputes, Consumer Protection, Local Culture's Impact on Operations, and more.

The benefits of Yoga have been chronicled for centuries. From improved mental well-being to balance and flexibility, Yoga is a regular recommendation for overworked, stressed Professionals. Ready to bring these benefits to your life? Get started with UniAthena's Webinar, 'Health & Wellness with Yoga'. We talk about psychophysiology, biofeedback, yoga for brainhealth, interventions for optimising workplace performance, etc.

Here's a mind-bending statistic: 1 million plastic bottles are purchased every 60 seconds, and 5 trillion plastic bags are created every year. The plastic pollution crisis is severe, and the planet needs our intervention to survive.
Discover how you can help with UniAthena's Live Session, 'Plastic-Free Futures: Be Part of the Solution'. We will discuss how to fight plastic with every means possible, from lifestyle changes to small but important choices.

Upskilling is not enough - you still need to find the course that will contribute towards your career growth. Explore your options with UniAthena's Webinar 'Higher Education, Simplified: UniAthena's Degree Programs'. We will discuss the professional aspirations that specific degree programs can help fulfill, our in-demand domains and the Learners' thoughts. With this webinar, we hope to give you clarity about the course you need, and the perfect cost-effective, flexible way to achieve your goals.

ChatGPT may be intelligent, but it still needs your guidance to generate the best results. And we can guide you to do just that! Discovering how prompt-engineering can make the difference between good and great results is key.
Master the art of powerful prompting with UniAthena's Live Session, 'AI Masterclass: ChatGPT Prompt Engineering & Applications'. You will gain expert tips and tricks into prompt creation, real-life case students and a handy cheat sheet.

Did you know? Almost 20% of workplace fatalities happen in the Construction industry. As projects become bigger and better, it is important to ensure the safety of the Workers who make them a reality.
Discover safety insights with UniAthena's Webinar, 'Safety First: QHSE Solutions for the Construction Industry'. We will discuss QHSE, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments, along with Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality Management. Register now!

There is a Pandemic in the Healthcare sector. Statistics show that 46% of Healthcare Workers experienced burnout, while  44% reported they would pursue careers outside Health. As workers race to preserve our well-being, what can be done to protect theirs?
Discover solutions with UniAthena's Webinar, 'Mental Health and Well-being of Healthcare Workers'. Topics include the definition and current status of Workplace Mental Health, causes and impact of poor Psychological Wellbeing, and more. Register now!

As health risks evolve, Public Health cannot afford to stay stagnant. In the fight against disease, Public Health Officials need the help of advanced Technology and Data insights to preserve and protect global well-being. 
Discover how Innovation can lead the way with UniAthena's Webinar, 'Public Health Administration in the Digital Age'. We will discuss Public Health Administration, Data Interventions, Digital Solutions and the role of Technology in Wellbeing. Register now!