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Research

We are internationally recognised for the calibre and influence of our research. Our world class academics work across all the major business-related disciplines and we actively pursue opportunities to work in partnership with organisations to further research thinking.  Furthermore our research has contributed to significant advances in social policy, economic growth and international development. 

Behavioural Economics and Finance

Improving understanding of experimental methods and data in corporate decision-making. Find out more

China Development Group

Focused on understanding the Chinese economy and financial system. Find out more

Critical Studies

Exploring critical theories that challenge conventional business thinking. Find out more

Economic Growth and Policy

Identifying and understanding the economic issues around growth from a global perspective. Find out more

Islamic Economics and Finance

25 years of improving understanding of Islamic economics, management and finance. Find out more

International Accounting and Auditing

Explores the relationship between accounting and education. Find out more

Leadership and Followership

Researching corporate leadership from the perspective of both leaders and followers. Find out more

Local Governance

Supporting innovation, improvement, efficiency and quality in public services. Find out more

Marketing

Advancing knowledge in marketing and its intersection with other fields including psychology, sociology and philosophy. Find out more

Organisational Dynamics and Ecological Studies

Cutting-edge research into organisation theory. Find out more

Working Papers Series

Read the latest paper in the series: "The Big Society" - Public Expenditure and Volunteering: developing better understanding of how public spending affects the decision to volunteer.

Quality of research

95% of our research is of international quality in terms of originality, significance and rigour.

Research for business

Student writing notes

We can work with you to conduct research into a specific subject that will enhance your organisation.