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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.
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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.
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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.
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Durham University graduate and mentor forge path in inclusive entrepreneurship

Renowned for being sources of innovation and fostering cutting-edge research, universities also serve as hubs for entrepreneurship, providing students and alumni with the resources and support to launch groundbreaking businesses. Alumna, Ofentse Lekwane and Professor Joanna Berry from our Business School demonstrate this innovation and mentorship with their latest collaboration through the Venture Lab.
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Women who work remotely have greater difficulty separating work and family than men

Women have much more difficulty separating their working lives and their family lives when they work from home, than men do, according to new research.
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Diversifying your skillset only boosts performance if you become an expert in a new field

Diversifying skillsets only enhances employee performance if individuals become experts in the new fields they branch into, and only if they limit how many new fields they focus on, according to recent research by the School.
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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.
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Senior Leader Apprenticeship graduate advances to Durham Online MBA programme

In a significant step forward in her career, Vicky Sykes-Kondic is set to embark on the Durham Online MBA (OMBA) programme after completing her learning as part of our first cohort of the Senior Leader Apprenticeship (SLA).
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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).
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Employees aligned with manager more likely to contribute ideas

Employees who share similar motivations for achievement with their managers are much more likely to speak up and share their ideas, concerns or feedback, according to new research by the School.
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Black female leaders take greater career risks to succeed

Black female leaders take more career-focused risks than any other leader – including white female leaders – to reach the top leadership positions, recent study reveals.
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Does the state of the UK economy inspire confidence? A School expert crunches the numbers

With UK inflation figures recently released, Dr Michael Nower from the School's Department of Economics has taken a deeper look at what they mean for the current state of the economy.
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