Business Documentaries to Inspire You
Introduction to Kanopy: Free films and documentaries for students
Did you know you can watch Films and Documentaries for free?
I wanted to share an amazing free resource that University of Dundee students can access called Kanopy - it's essentially Netflix for students. There’s tons of incredible films and documentaries, all available for free streaming.
You can access it here: https://www.kanopy.com/en/dundee/ and just click on ‘Visit the Dundee Collection’ and log in with your University of Dundee credentials.
I especially love using Kanopy to find inspiring business and entrepreneurship movies. There's so much great content on there that really brings business concepts to life.
Art & Copy
Art & Copy offers fascinating insight into the world of advertising and the creative process. It features interviews with some of the most influential ad creatives of the past 50 years, like Lee Clow, the genius behind Apple's iconic ad campaigns. It's inspiring to see how great marketing comes from taking risks and pushing boundaries. This is a must-watch for any student interested in marketing and advertising.
The Man Who Discovered Capitalism: The Life and Ideas of Influential Economist Joseph Schumpeter
This documentary on Joseph Schumpeter is a great introduction to his groundbreaking economic theories. It clearly explains his concepts like "creative destruction" and entrepreneurial innovation that still influence how we think about capitalism today. Schumpeter had a fascinating perspective on how economies evolve over time that all business students should understand.
Burt’s Buzz
Burt's Buzz tells the unlikely story of Burt Shavitz, the eccentric founder of natural care products company Burt's Bees. It's an inspirational tale of how an unconventional, bearded beekeeper turned his unique passion into a hugely successful brand. A must-watch for any student interested in entrepreneurship and the startup journey.
Design & Thinking
Design & Thinking provides insightful examples of human-centered design in action at innovative companies like Apple and IDEO. It highlights the importance of empathy, creativity, and a user-focused process in developing successful products and services. This is a great introduction to design thinking, which can be applied across all areas of business.
Salaryman
Salaryman offers a fascinating inside look at Japan's intense corporate culture through one "salaryman" and his grueling daily routine. This is an eye-opening watch for students interested in organisational behavior and work cultures around the world. It will give you deeper perspective on work-life balance issues and how companies shape employees' identities.
Steve Jobs: The Man in the Machine
Steve Jobs: The Man in the Machine is an unflinching look at the legacy of Apple's complicated founder. While Jobs was undeniably a visionary, this documentary examines the controversial parts of his management style and personality. It's thought-provoking viewing for any leader or entrepreneur hoping to understand the entire picture of such an iconic figure.
No matter what aspect of business you're passionate about, Kanopy has something interesting for you. I'd love to hear what business documentaries and films have inspired you in the comments below! And let's keep sharing this awesome free resource with as many students as possible. Happy watching and don’t forget to like and subscribe!