Welcome
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.
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Focus Programmes
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MSc Supply Chain Management (Executive)
Two-year blended delivery programme that will make you well-equipped to advance your career across supply chain functions or take up operations, supply chain and digital transformation consultancy roles.
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The Durham-EBS Executive MBA
An international Executive MBA dual award programme, which enables you to achieve two internationally highly valued degrees in just 18 months.
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MSc Supply Chain Management (Executive)
Two-year blended delivery programme that will make you well-equipped to advance your career across supply chain functions or take up operations, supply chain and digital transformation consultancy roles.
The Durham-EBS Executive MBA
An international Executive MBA dual award programme, which enables you to achieve two internationally highly valued degrees in just 18 months.
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.
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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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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.
Degree Apprenticeships at Durham University
Uncover the perfect solution for your business's skill needs with an apprenticeship. Our vast expertise and knowledge can support and empower your business. Hear from Faltec Europe Ltd and WPS Advisory about how an apprenticeship with Durham University is supporting them.
Our Research
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What's new?
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In conversation with Julie Hodges
Julie Hodges, Professor of Management, shares insights from her latest book, "People-Centric Organizational Change: Engaging Employees in Business Transformation," in an exclusive interview with BlueSky Thinking.Research news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/In-conversation-with-Julie-Hodges.png)
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The School’s gender equality efforts are recognised with an Athena Swan Silver Award
The School is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the Athena Swan Silver Charter, a global framework promoting gender equality within higher education (HE) and research. It aims to advance women’s careers and address broader gender equality issues worldwide.Business School news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/Athena-Swan-NEWS-PIECE-size---1050X350.jpg)
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QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 Announced
The School’s Accounting and Finance subject area has been ranked equal 84th in the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024.Business School news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/QS-World-University-Rankings-2024-logo.png)
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Highly organised CEOs can hinder firm strategic flexibility in volatile environments
Chief Executive Officerss who prioritise planning and organisation can find their skills make them a hindrance to their organisations when it comes to adapting to external changes, according to new research.Global research/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/Lenos-Trigeorgis---CEO-traits---Business-people-in-meeting-with-city-scape.png)
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Predictive S&P500 index removals thesis wins the Worshipful Company of International Bankers 2023 Lombard Prize
MSc Finance graduate, Avery Aylsworth has been awarded the Lombard Prize for Best Dissertation 2023 at the prestigious Worshipful Company of International Bankers (WCIB) Annual Banquet held in the Lord Mayor of London’s Mansion House.Business School news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/Avery-Alysworth-Lombard-Prize-NEWS-PIECE-size---1050X350.jpg)
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Collaborative research into child poverty and poor educational performance offers solutions to UK policy makers
A new report, involving faculty from the Business School in collaboration with seven other research-intensive universities from across Northern England, has investigated the links between child poverty and poor educational performance and calls on the government to take urgent action.Business School news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/Child-of-the-North-Report-NEWS-PIECE-size---1050X350.jpg)
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Durham MBA (Online) ranked amongst the best in the world
The Durham MBA (Online) has been ranked among the top in the world according to the Financial Times Global Online MBA Ranking 2024, climbing two places to 6th globally.Business School news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/Online-MBA-2024-ranking.png)
In conversation with Julie Hodges
Julie Hodges, Professor of Management, shares insights from her latest book, "People-Centric Organizational Change: Engaging Employees in Business Transformation," in an exclusive interview with BlueSky Thinking.
The School’s gender equality efforts are recognised with an Athena Swan Silver Award
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 Announced
Highly organised CEOs can hinder firm strategic flexibility in volatile environments
Predictive S&P500 index removals thesis wins the Worshipful Company of International Bankers 2023 Lombard Prize
Collaborative research into child poverty and poor educational performance offers solutions to UK policy makers
Durham MBA (Online) ranked amongst the best in the world
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In conversation with Julie Hodges
Julie Hodges, Professor of Management, shares insights from her latest book, "People-Centric Organizational Change: Engaging Employees in Business Transformation," in an exclusive interview with BlueSky Thinking.Research news
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Abuse of female athletes goes unchecked on mainstream social media sites, study shows
Social media posts that abuse female athletes can remain unmoderated on the official social media accounts of major sports clubs, new research has shown.Research news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university/research-/football-thought-leadership.png)
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Decoding Inequality: New Maths Project Aims to Unlock Social Puzzle
Dr Mauro Bambi from our Department of Economics is teaming up with Dr Alpár Mészáros from Durham University's Department of Mathematical Sciences to shed light on inequality through the lens of maths.Research news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/Alpar-meszaros-maths-WEB.png)
In conversation with Julie Hodges
Julie Hodges, Professor of Management, shares insights from her latest book, "People-Centric Organizational Change: Engaging Employees in Business Transformation," in an exclusive interview with BlueSky Thinking.
Abuse of female athletes goes unchecked on mainstream social media sites, study shows
Decoding Inequality: New Maths Project Aims to Unlock Social Puzzle
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The School’s gender equality efforts are recognised with an Athena Swan Silver Award
The School is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the Athena Swan Silver Charter, a global framework promoting gender equality within higher education (HE) and research. It aims to advance women’s careers and address broader gender equality issues worldwide.Business School news
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QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 Announced
The School’s Accounting and Finance subject area has been ranked equal 84th in the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024.Business School news
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Predictive S&P500 index removals thesis wins the Worshipful Company of International Bankers 2023 Lombard Prize
MSc Finance graduate, Avery Aylsworth has been awarded the Lombard Prize for Best Dissertation 2023 at the prestigious Worshipful Company of International Bankers (WCIB) Annual Banquet held in the Lord Mayor of London’s Mansion House.Business School news
The School’s gender equality efforts are recognised with an Athena Swan Silver Award
The School is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the Athena Swan Silver Charter, a global framework promoting gender equality within higher education (HE) and research. It aims to advance women’s careers and address broader gender equality issues worldwide.
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024 Announced
Predictive S&P500 index removals thesis wins the Worshipful Company of International Bankers 2023 Lombard Prize
Upcoming events
Power, Control and Resistance - Durham DBA Module Taster Session
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CSTIO Seminar with Marco S. Giarratana (IE University)
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Engaged Gendered Research Workshop
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DREAM Seminar with Prof Marciano Siniscalchi (Northwestern)
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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.
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