Enabling Human Impact

Companies and organizations are constantly on the move. While the new objectives, structures and strategies are worked out in detail, the human aspect is often neglected. Within this research area, we focus on human impact. We pay attention to innovative ways to respond flexibly to changes in the market. In addition, we gain a better understanding of the complexity of the individual and thus increase the effectiveness of investments in human capital.

Solutions

Next generation work

Practical recommendations and solutions to meet the challenges of the future labor market

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Future Leadership

Trends and evolutions in leadership such as self and authentic leadership, shared leadership, high performance organizations etc.

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Events

May 08, 2025

Grow & Connect: AI, Data & the Future of Leadership

Join us at Antwerp Management School for our annual executive event Grow & Connect. This year, we explore the theme ‘AI, Data & the Future of Leadership’. This exclusive event brings together top industry experts, academics, and executives for an afternoon of insightful discussions, interactive workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. ...

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May 09, 2025

Webinar: Supply chains under pressure: how to keep ...

From geopolitical tensions to the Green Deal: supply chains are under pressure. What does this ...

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May 23, 2025

Webinar: Optimizing remote work: Insights and strategies for ...

Five years after the first lockdown, remote work has become the norm — but are ...

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June 06, 2025

Webinar: Why it’s time to say goodbye to ...

From climate change to migration: today’s complex challenges call for leaders who embrace uncertainty and ...

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News

April 28, 2025

VIL and Antwerp Management School join forces to prepare companies for future ...

VIL and Antwerp Management School (AMS) are combining their expertise to better equip employees from companies with supply chain operations for tomorrow’s challenges. By merging academic insights with real-world experience, they will launch an exclusive Summer School and Master Class. This initiative kicks off in the summer of 2025 and ...

Antwerp Management School welcomes Mensura as a partner

Antwerp Management School (AMS) and Mensura, Belgium’s largest external service for workplace prevention and protection ...

September 26, 2024

More than 6 in 10 employees do not dare to ...

Taboos in the Flemish workplace remain persistent, both in private and professional areas. For instance ...

September 03, 2024

Antwerp Management School and Voka Chamber of Commerce Antwerp-Waasland Launch ...

With the start of the new academic year, it is becoming increasingly important for entrepreneurs ...

March 14, 2025

by Kirsten Vanderplanken, PhD

Does HR need to be a climate expert to shape the workforce ...

A new study by the Belgian National Climate Commission warns that climate change could cost Belgium nearly €9.5 billion annually by 2050, impacting public health, infrastructure, and labor productivity. Yet, while businesses invest in climate resilience, many overlook one critical factor: their workforce. HR professionals have a unique opportunity to ...