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Reflections from BIG Difference BC 2025

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The BIG Differences BC 2025 conference showcased the quality and range of behavioural research being produced by this community. Here are three takeaways:

1. Complex ≠ Complicated. Study complex systems, but keep your insights clear, your experiments well-defined, and your language accessible.…

2. Evidence-Based Policy Must Be a Two-Way Street. Understanding policymaker constraints before designing studies helps make research relevant and impactful.…

3. Build an Adaptable Playbook. Move beyond a focus on the moment of decision-making by considering the complex systems that shape behavior and decisions….

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Using Behavioural Insights to Improve How We Work: A BIG Difference BC 2023 Retrospective

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Members of the BIG Difference BC Planning Committee and attendees reflect on BIG Difference BC 2023 and share their key takeaways in this retrospective blog.

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Back to School with UBC-DIBS

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It’s almost time for another school year! Although I’ve been on the other side of the classroom (at the lectern rather than in the seats) for a long time, I still get excited at the start of each new school year and the sense of possibility, the prospect of new acquaintances, and the chance at fresh starts. This year, I hope we can all share that feeling because there is so much to look forward to in the BIG Difference community over the next nine months! In my role as Research Director for UBC Decision Insights for Business & Society (UBC-DIBS), I’m eager to share some of what we have planned for the year ahead.

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UBC-DIBS Case Studies: Certificate Student Capstone Projects

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UBC’s Decision Insights for Business & Society (UBC-DIBS) is extremely proud to share snapshots of three capstone projects from the pilot cohort of the Advanced Professional Certificate in Behavioural Insights. These projects used Behavioural Insights to try to reduce illegal parking, increase hearing attendance, and encourage social workers to collaborate with families.

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Scholarship for BC Public Servants Applying to UBC's Advanced Professional Certificate in BI

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To meet the increasing demand for behavioural insights knowledge and skills, BC Behavioural Insights Group (BC BIG) partnered with UBC Sauder School of Business’ Decision Insights for Business & Society (DIBS) and worked with a nationwide standards council to develop UBC Sauder's Advanced Professional Certificate in Behavioural Insights.