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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60th Anniversary
In 2025, Durham University Business School proudly marks 60 years of excellence in business education, research, and impact. Since our founding in 1965, we have shaped generations of leaders, advanced groundbreaking research, and built a strong global community.
Focus Programmes
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MSc International Business
The MSc International Business programme takes a global perspective to prepare you to successfully negotiate the realities of management in an international setting.
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Accounting Analytics and Sustainability (Online Executive)
Delivered fully online, in a part-time study format, our new MSc in Accounting Analytics and Sustainability (MAAS) in an executive-level programme.
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MSc International Business
The MSc International Business programme takes a global perspective to prepare you to successfully negotiate the realities of management in an international setting.
Accounting Analytics and Sustainability (Online Executive)
Delivered fully online, in a part-time study format, our new MSc in Accounting Analytics and Sustainability (MAAS) in an executive-level programme.
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.
MBA
Masters
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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.
Our Research
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What's new?
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Highly-educated CEOs are more likely to tackle carbon emissions
CEOs with high academic qualifications are more likely to pursue corporate decarbonisation than those with lower levels of education, according to research by Durham University Business School.Global research/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/Anthony-Kyiu---Highly-educated-CEOs-are-more-likely-to-tackle-carbon-emissions.png)
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The Net Positive mindset: a challenge to business leaders
We need a mindset shift in the next generation of global leaders, a global business leader has said.Business School news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/Polman-speech-web.jpg)
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Call for ‘mindset shift’ from business as Waterside facility opened
The Waterside, our new Business School location, has been officially opened, with the keynote speaker Paul Polman calling on business leaders to adopt a ‘net positive’ mindset, focused on exploring what more good they can do.Business School news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/Polman-plaque2.jpg)
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We welcome Kieran Fernandes as Executive Dean and bid farewell to Cathy Cassell
We are delighted to welcome Professor Kieran Fernandes as our new Executive Dean, following the retirement of Professor Cathy Cassell.Business School news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/Kieran-Fernandes.png)
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Empathetic leaders get the best out of remote workers
Empathetic leaders who show care and concern for their workers’ wellbeing are more likely to boost remote and hybrid staff performance.Global research/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/empathetic-leaders---olga-epitropaki-and-anders-marstand-(1).png)
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Durham Online MBA Programme Ranks in the FT’s Global Top 10
Durham University Business School’s Online MBA has once again secured a coveted place in the Top 10 globally in the Financial Times Online MBA Rankings 2025. This achievement underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality, flexible education that empowers professionals worldwide.Business School news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/FT-Online-MBA-2025-ranking.png)
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Entrepreneurship can help former prisoners reintegrate, but more support is needed
Former prisoners have a strong chance of successfully reintegrating into society if they pursue entrepreneurship, but a lack of structured support hampers their progress, according to research from Durham University Business School and Leeds University Business School.Global research/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/Pablo-Munoz-Entrepreneurship-can-help-former-prisoners-reintegrate-.png)
Highly-educated CEOs are more likely to tackle carbon emissions
CEOs with high academic qualifications are more likely to pursue corporate decarbonisation than those with lower levels of education, according to research by Durham University Business School.
The Net Positive mindset: a challenge to business leaders
Call for ‘mindset shift’ from business as Waterside facility opened
We welcome Kieran Fernandes as Executive Dean and bid farewell to Cathy Cassell
Empathetic leaders get the best out of remote workers
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Durham Online MBA Programme Ranks in the FT’s Global Top 10
Entrepreneurship can help former prisoners reintegrate, but more support is needed
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Seven ways to be a successful remote-working manager
Professor of Management Olga Epitropaki and Associate Professor in Leadership and Organisational Behaviour Anders Friis Marstand cover their research on remote working and how managers should respond to “psychological distance.”Research news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/Remote-Working.png)
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IMPACT magazine - Change and Transformation - Issue 14
IMPACT 14 - Change and Transformation – takes a deep dive into the dynamics shaping today’s world. It is filled with thought-provoking articles on impactful topics - from the power of engaging with differing viewpoints to inspire meaningful change, to AI's transformative role in human resource management. In addition, it explores the unique challenges of balancing high-powered careers with fulfilling home lives.Research news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/IMPACT-14---NEWS-PIECE-size---1050X350.jpg)
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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.Research news/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/news/Mercy-Denedo---black-academics-.png)
Seven ways to be a successful remote-working manager
Professor of Management Olga Epitropaki and Associate Professor in Leadership and Organisational Behaviour Anders Friis Marstand cover their research on remote working and how managers should respond to “psychological distance.”
IMPACT magazine - Change and Transformation - Issue 14
How to make universities more inclusive for black academics
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The Net Positive mindset: a challenge to business leaders
We need a mindset shift in the next generation of global leaders, a global business leader has said.Business School news
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Call for ‘mindset shift’ from business as Waterside facility opened
The Waterside, our new Business School location, has been officially opened, with the keynote speaker Paul Polman calling on business leaders to adopt a ‘net positive’ mindset, focused on exploring what more good they can do.Business School news
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We welcome Kieran Fernandes as Executive Dean and bid farewell to Cathy Cassell
We are delighted to welcome Professor Kieran Fernandes as our new Executive Dean, following the retirement of Professor Cathy Cassell.Business School news
The Net Positive mindset: a challenge to business leaders
We need a mindset shift in the next generation of global leaders, a global business leader has said.
Call for ‘mindset shift’ from business as Waterside facility opened
We welcome Kieran Fernandes as Executive Dean and bid farewell to Cathy Cassell
Upcoming events
CBID One-day workshop on Fintech and Regulation
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Webinar: The Accounting Profession in an Ecosystem of Analytics and Sustainability (in partnership with the ACCA)
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Public services, digitilisation and equity of access: The Mersey Gateway: A Bridge to prosperity?
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Managing Inventory and Pricing with Contextual Robust Optimization
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IMPACT Latest Edition
This issue centres on change and transformation, exploring how engaging with opposing viewpoints can drive meaningful progress, the role of AI in human resource management and the challenges of balancing a demanding career with home life.
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