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Appointment of new Executive Dean for the Business School
Professor Kieran Fernandes has been appointed as our new Executive Dean.
Business School news
Hedging political risk boosts portfolio performance
Hedging against political risks enhances international stock portfolio performance more effectively than diversification alone, according to a study involving Professor Stavros Zenios.
Global research
Financial Times Top 10 UK Business School
We’re proud to announce we have again been ranked in the UK Top Ten by the Financial Times.
Business School news
New £5m research centre to support North East England’s growing space industry
We’ve launched a new £5m research centre to support North East England’s growing space industry and lead on the sustainable exploration of the cosmos.
Global research
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
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
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
Seven ways to be a successful remote-working manager
Professor of Management Olga Epitropaki and Associate Professor in Leadership and Organisational Behaviour Anders Friis Marstand cover their research on remote working and how managers should respond to “psychological distance.”
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.
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.
Appointment of new Executive Dean for the Business School
Professor Kieran Fernandes has been appointed as our new Executive Dean.
Financial Times Top 10 UK Business School
We’re proud to announce we have again been ranked in the UK Top Ten by the Financial Times.
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.
Upcoming events
The landscape of public-service delivery: changes, challenges and compromises in a modern society
Thursday 9 January 2025 - Friday 10 January 2025
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Waterside Building, Durham University University Business School
Business PhD applicant information session
Tuesday 14 January 2025 - Tuesday 14 January 2025
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Online
MBA Open Evening
Wednesday 29 January 2025 - Wednesday 29 January 2025
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
The Waterside Building
Riverside Place
Durham
DH1 1SL
UK
Centre for Macroeconomic Policy Mini Workshop
Thursday 30 January 2025 - Thursday 30 January 2025
10:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Durham University Business School, Waterside Building
Podcasts
A series of podcasts hosted by Chris Roberts, Engagement Manager with the School’s International, Engagement and Careers team. Listen to career insights from a range of inspirational speakers.