Business School News
MBA Mentor of the Year 2024
Each year, alongside their programme, our Durham MBA (Full-time) students are offered the support of a mentor to help them navigate the demands of MBA study and prepare for the transition to the workplace. Each year the students can nominate their mentor for Mentor of the Year.
Managers who build strong cultures see environmental and financial gains
New research reveals a direct link between strong corporate culture and improved environmental and financial outcomes.
Optimistic Federal Reserve language reduces market uncertainty and risk aversion
Optimistic language used by the Federal Reserve (Fed) in their communication can reduce market uncertainty and risk aversion in the US, UK and Eurozone equity markets, according to new research from the Department of Finance.
Daylight Saving Time weakens the pound and other currencies
When a country begins its Daylight Saving Time (DST), the value of their currency depreciates reducing its strength in international markets – yet when the country exits DST this depreciation is reversed, according to new research by Durham University Business School.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).