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A Top Global Business School

Durham is an international triple accredited business school. Founded in 1965, we are one of the UK's longest established business schools and are proud to be integral to Durham University. 

Sharing insights, supporting innovation and teaching tomorrow’s leaders. We believe that to succeed in business, you need to get closer to the realities of business - so that’s what we do. We combine our academic excellence, insightful research and exceptional global business connections, to equip our students and alumni to become innovative business thinkers of the future and an influential individual in and beyond their careers. 

A globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, and a unique and historic setting – Durham is a university like no other.

About Us
6th
6th in the world. Financial Times Online MBA Ranking 2024
27th
27th in the world. Corporate Knights Better World MBA 2024
22nd
22nd in the world. Masters in Supply Chain Management (2024)
57th
57th in Europe. Financial Times European Business School 2023

Focus Programmes

Supply Chain Management (Executive)

The Executive MSc in Supply Chain Management will equip you with the knowledge and skills to tackle global supply chain challenges and is designed, with input from industrial partners, to deepen your expertise in supply chain management.

Supply Chain Management

Accounting Analytics and Sustainability (Online Executive)

Delivered fully online, in a part-time study format, our new MSc in Accounting Analytics and Sustainability (MAAS) in an executive-level programme. 

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Gain a world-class education at a global business school

Our programmes combine academic excellence and outstanding research with global business connections. Add to that, exceptional skills and career development opportunities, you will find a learning experience that equips you for success in your chosen career.

  • MBA

    Challenge, inspire and gain the business knowledge, experience and capabilities to lead in global business.
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  • Masters

    Shape a successful career in your specialist area of interest on our world-renowned postgraduate programmes.
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  • Undergraduate

    The best start to a career in business begins with learning from the best in the business.
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MBA

Challenge, inspire and gain the business knowledge, experience and capabilities to lead in global business.
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Masters

Shape a successful career in your specialist area of interest on our world-renowned postgraduate programmes.
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Undergraduate

The best start to a career in business begins with learning from the best in the business.
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Explore Our Programmes
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DBA and PhD Programmes

Our three DBA programmes offer experienced business managers and executives the opportunity enhance business and career knowledge. The Durham PhD enables you to combine rigorous academic theory with research to influence the world of business and make a unique contribution to your field of study.

Explore Our DBA Programmes Explore Our PhD Programmes
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Why choose our MSc Executive Supply Chain Management programme?

The Executive MSc in Supply Chain Management will equip you with the knowledge and skills to tackle global supply chain challenges.

Key Facts:

  • Partnership programme with Mannheim Business School
  • Start date: Sep/Oct each year.
  • Duration: Two years, part-time.
  • Mode of study: Blended learning with online modules and residential workshops at Durham University Business School and Mannheim Business School. 

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  • IMPACT magazine - Change and Transformation - Issue 14

    IMPACT 14 - Change and Transformation – takes a deep dive into the dynamics shaping today’s world. It is filled with thought-provoking articles on impactful topics - from the power of engaging with differing viewpoints to inspire meaningful change, to AI's transformative role in human resource management. In addition, it explores the unique challenges of balancing high-powered careers with fulfilling home lives.
    Research news
    Image of IMPACT magazine issue 14 front cover

  • MBA Mentor of the Year 2024

    Each year, alongside their programme, our Durham MBA (Full-time) students are offered the support of a mentor to help them navigate the demands of MBA study and prepare for the transition to the workplace. Each year the students can nominate their mentor for Mentor of the Year.
    Business School news
    photograph of John Miller MBA Mentor of the year 2024

  • Managers who build strong cultures see environmental and financial gains

    New research reveals a direct link between strong corporate culture and improved environmental and financial outcomes.
    Global research
    Diverse group of young happy business professionals having a meeting around a conference table

  • Optimistic Federal Reserve language reduces market uncertainty and risk aversion

    Optimistic language used by the Federal Reserve (Fed) in their communication can reduce market uncertainty and risk aversion in the US, UK and Eurozone equity markets, according to new research from the Department of Finance.
    Global research
    Two male stock exchange investors analysing trading charts

  • Daylight Saving Time weakens the pound and other currencies

    When a country begins its Daylight Saving Time (DST), the value of their currency depreciates reducing its strength in international markets – yet when the country exits DST this depreciation is reversed, according to new research by Durham University Business School.
    Global research
    Digital currency exchange board displaying exchange rates

  • How to make universities more inclusive for black academics

    In a recent Times Higher Education article, Mercy Denedo, Associate Professor of Accounting, underscores the significant underrepresentation of black academics in the UK and highlights the unique challenges they encounter within the higher education system.
    Research news
    Young black man with glasses taking notes from book while sitting in the library.

  • Can elections redefine what makes an ideal leader?

    Election results shape public perceptions of “ideal” leadership, according to new research from the School. This influence inspires leaders to adopt similar traits, though “ideal” doesn’t always mean good or effective leadership.
    Global research
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IMPACT magazine - Change and Transformation - Issue 14

IMPACT 14 - Change and Transformation – takes a deep dive into the dynamics shaping today’s world. It is filled with thought-provoking articles on impactful topics - from the power of engaging with differing viewpoints to inspire meaningful change, to AI's transformative role in human resource management. In addition, it explores the unique challenges of balancing high-powered careers with fulfilling home lives.

Research news
Image of IMPACT magazine issue 14 front cover

MBA Mentor of the Year 2024

Each year, alongside their programme, our Durham MBA (Full-time) students are offered the support of a mentor to help them navigate the demands of MBA study and prepare for the transition to the workplace. Each year the students can nominate their mentor for Mentor of the Year.
Business School news
photograph of John Miller MBA Mentor of the year 2024

Managers who build strong cultures see environmental and financial gains

New research reveals a direct link between strong corporate culture and improved environmental and financial outcomes.
Global research
Diverse group of young happy business professionals having a meeting around a conference table

Optimistic Federal Reserve language reduces market uncertainty and risk aversion

Optimistic language used by the Federal Reserve (Fed) in their communication can reduce market uncertainty and risk aversion in the US, UK and Eurozone equity markets, according to new research from the Department of Finance.
Global research
Two male stock exchange investors analysing trading charts

Daylight Saving Time weakens the pound and other currencies

When a country begins its Daylight Saving Time (DST), the value of their currency depreciates reducing its strength in international markets – yet when the country exits DST this depreciation is reversed, according to new research by Durham University Business School.
Global research
Digital currency exchange board displaying exchange rates

How to make universities more inclusive for black academics

In a recent Times Higher Education article, Mercy Denedo, Associate Professor of Accounting, underscores the significant underrepresentation of black academics in the UK and highlights the unique challenges they encounter within the higher education system.
Research news
Young black man with glasses taking notes from book while sitting in the library.

Can elections redefine what makes an ideal leader?

Election results shape public perceptions of “ideal” leadership, according to new research from the School. This influence inspires leaders to adopt similar traits, though “ideal” doesn’t always mean good or effective leadership.
Global research
US Capitol Building on a sunny day
More News

  • IMPACT magazine - Change and Transformation - Issue 14

    IMPACT 14 - Change and Transformation – takes a deep dive into the dynamics shaping today’s world. It is filled with thought-provoking articles on impactful topics - from the power of engaging with differing viewpoints to inspire meaningful change, to AI's transformative role in human resource management. In addition, it explores the unique challenges of balancing high-powered careers with fulfilling home lives.
    Research news
    Image of IMPACT magazine issue 14 front cover

  • How to make universities more inclusive for black academics

    In a recent Times Higher Education article, Mercy Denedo, Associate Professor of Accounting, underscores the significant underrepresentation of black academics in the UK and highlights the unique challenges they encounter within the higher education system.
    Research news
    Young black man with glasses taking notes from book while sitting in the library.

  • Collaboration between creative business and academia vital for ensuring economic success

    The creative sector in the North East is thriving and set for even further growth in the coming years, fuelled by recent investment announcements across the sector. However, investment is not enough to ensure economic growth and prosperity for the North East’s Creative Arts sector. A new report from the School highlights many challenges and opportunities.
    Research news
    Report Cover image showing a selection of creative business activities

IMPACT magazine - Change and Transformation - Issue 14

IMPACT 14 - Change and Transformation – takes a deep dive into the dynamics shaping today’s world. It is filled with thought-provoking articles on impactful topics - from the power of engaging with differing viewpoints to inspire meaningful change, to AI's transformative role in human resource management. In addition, it explores the unique challenges of balancing high-powered careers with fulfilling home lives.

Image of IMPACT magazine issue 14 front cover

How to make universities more inclusive for black academics

In a recent Times Higher Education article, Mercy Denedo, Associate Professor of Accounting, underscores the significant underrepresentation of black academics in the UK and highlights the unique challenges they encounter within the higher education system.
Young black man with glasses taking notes from book while sitting in the library.

Collaboration between creative business and academia vital for ensuring economic success

The creative sector in the North East is thriving and set for even further growth in the coming years, fuelled by recent investment announcements across the sector. However, investment is not enough to ensure economic growth and prosperity for the North East’s Creative Arts sector. A new report from the School highlights many challenges and opportunities.
Report Cover image showing a selection of creative business activities

  • MBA Mentor of the Year 2024

    Each year, alongside their programme, our Durham MBA (Full-time) students are offered the support of a mentor to help them navigate the demands of MBA study and prepare for the transition to the workplace. Each year the students can nominate their mentor for Mentor of the Year.
    Business School news
    photograph of John Miller MBA Mentor of the year 2024

  • School SME masterclass session supports local innovation and growth

    A two-day masterclass aimed at small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in the North East of England was recently held in Newcastle. The event, offered as part of our Smart and Scale programme, was aimed at helping to drive economic development across the region.
    Business School news
    Group of photographs from the SME masterclass event in Newcastle

  • School secures fourth consecutive five-year re-accreditation success

    The School has successfully secured a five-year extension to its accreditation for business education programmes, awarded by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
    Business School news
    Graphic of AACSB logo

MBA Mentor of the Year 2024

Each year, alongside their programme, our Durham MBA (Full-time) students are offered the support of a mentor to help them navigate the demands of MBA study and prepare for the transition to the workplace. Each year the students can nominate their mentor for Mentor of the Year.

photograph of John Miller MBA Mentor of the year 2024

School SME masterclass session supports local innovation and growth

A two-day masterclass aimed at small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in the North East of England was recently held in Newcastle. The event, offered as part of our Smart and Scale programme, was aimed at helping to drive economic development across the region.
Group of photographs from the SME masterclass event in Newcastle

School secures fourth consecutive five-year re-accreditation success

The School has successfully secured a five-year extension to its accreditation for business education programmes, awarded by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Graphic of AACSB logo

Upcoming events

Centre for Strategy, Technological Innovation, and Operations Seminar with Dr Xiaolong Li (Durham University)

Friday 22 November 2024 - Friday 22 November 2024
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Waterside Building, Durham University Business School
Marketing concepts with high speed technology point of view

Global Studies Centre Research Development Workshop with Prof Carlos Sousa (Molde University College)

Tuesday 26 November 2024 - Tuesday 26 November 2024
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Durham University Business School
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Durham University Business School Masters Online Drop In Session

Thursday 28 November 2024 - Thursday 28 November 2024
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
The event will take place on Zoom
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Centre for Consumers and Sustainable Consumption (CCSC) Seminar with Dr Miriam McGowan (Durham University)

Thursday 28 November 2024 - Thursday 28 November 2024
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Waterside Building, Durham University Business School
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Find out more about all our School events
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IMPACT Latest Edition

This issue focuses on sustainability. It looks at social sustainability in the workplace, how artificial intelligence can steal our jobs but help save the planet and tackling plastic pollution. Student stories include a business consulting project with the Global Reporting Initiative.

Read Issue 13 - The Sustainability Issue

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