Richard Perlman

Richard Perlman
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  • MGMT2130 - Entrep Through Acquis.

    The objective of this course is to study the process of entrepreneurship through the acquisition of existing operating businesses. We will study this process through a series of lectures, assigned readings, case studies, and a final project which will follow the acquisition process. Freshmen require instructor's permission.

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Why Education Still Matters for Student Athletes

Wharton's Kenneth L. Shropshire and educator Collin D. Williams, Jr. reflect on the seismic transformation of college sports since the publication of their award-winning book, 'The Miseducation of the Student-Athlete.'Read More

Knowledge @ Wharton - 1/28/2026
Here’s the Best Way to Onboard a Manager

New research from Wharton’s Henning Piezunka reveals a common mistake that businesses make when hiring a new manager into an established leadership team.Read More

Knowledge @ Wharton - 1/28/2026
When Monetary Policy Is Asked to Do Too Much

In the wake of the turmoil surrounding the U.S. Federal Reserve, Wharton’s Patrick T. Harker, former president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, explains why monetary policy cannot substitute for sustainable fiscal policy.Read More

Knowledge @ Wharton - 1/28/2026