Research at the Business School
We work with partners in the UK, around the world and across industry sectors to push boundaries and inform policy – not just keeping up with the latest developments, but setting the agenda to lead business thinking.
We are internationally recognised for the calibre and impact of our research
Our world-class academics work across all major business-related disciplines, and we actively pursue opportunities to work in partnership with organisations to further research thinking. Our research has contributed to significant advances in social policy, economic growth and international development.
Our research is internationally renowned, both for its academic rigour and the benefits it brings to society as a whole.
Professor Olga Epitropaki
Deputy Executive Dean (Research)
Explore Research
Our research covers subject areas across our three departments of Accounting, Economics and Finance, and Management and Marketing.
Our Research Centres
We feed fresh thinking and push the boundaries of how businesses work. Browse our twelve Research Centres.
Work With Us
Our research is internationally renowned, both for its academic rigour and the benefits it brings to society as a whole.
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
The REF is the system for assessing the quality of research in UK universities. Read the Business School's impactful REF case studies.
Impact Hub
Find out how we lead, impact and innovate across the business world through our research, business thinking and expert opinion.
Visiting Academics Programme
Our vibrant Visiting Academics Programme welcomes applications for visits of up to one year from scholars at all stages in their careers.
Our PhD Programme
Gain a world-class education, our programmes combine academic excellence and outstanding research.
Upcoming events
QRFE Asset Pricing Workshop
Friday 2 June 2023 - Friday 2 June 2023
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Mill Hill Lane, Room MHL 453
CEMAP Macroeconomics Conference
Thursday 22 June 2023 - Friday 23 June 2023
8:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Durham University Business School, Mill Hill Lane, Room MHL405
3rd Durham Economic Theory Conference hosted by DREAM
Thursday 29 June 2023 - Friday 30 June 2023
12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Durham University Business School
Mill Hill Lane
Durham
DH1 3LB