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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 thirteen Research Centres.
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Work With Us
Our research is internationally renowned, both for its academic rigour and the benefits it brings to society as a whole.
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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.
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Impact Hub
Find out how we lead, impact and innovate across the business world through our research, business thinking and expert opinion.
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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.
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Our PhD Programme
Gain a world-class education, our programmes combine academic excellence and outstanding research.
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A Deep Dive into the Future of Work Conference
Professor Martyna Śliwa
Imagine the Workplace of the Future
Upcoming events
CSTIO Seminar with Marco S. Giarratana (IE University)
Wednesday 24 April 2024 - Wednesday 24 April 2024
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Online and in-person
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Engaged Gendered Research Workshop
Thursday 25 April 2024 - Thursday 25 April 2024
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Durham University Business School
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DREAM Seminar with Prof Marciano Siniscalchi (Northwestern)
Thursday 25 April 2024 - Thursday 25 April 2024
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Durham University Business School
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Global Studies Seminar with Prof Grazia D. Santangelo (Copenhagen Business School)
Monday 29 April 2024 - Monday 29 April 2024
11:00 AM to 12:15 PM
Durham University Business School and Online
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