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Red tape and conflicting priorities limit the impact of social businesses, research finds

Social businesses are being prevented from delivering lasting benefits to their regions because of complex policies, unclear guidance, financial constraints and poor use of resources, according to new research from our Business School.

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Durham signs strategic partnership with Shanghai University of Finance and Economics

We have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (SUFE), deepening our partnership with one of China’s leading finance and economics universities.

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Business School celebrates as Durham University rises to 85th in QS World University Rankings 2027

Durham University Business School is celebrating Durham University’s rise to 85th in the QS World University Rankings 2027. The University has climbed nine places, strengthening its position among the world’s top institutions.

Global research
Financial Times Masters in Finance ranking highlights Durham’s key strengths

Our Business School has again performed strongly in the Financial Times Masters in Finance 2026 ranking, placing 60th globally and 11th in the UK.

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Applications Open for £50,000 Scholarship Supporting Scientists into Leadership

A £50,000 scholarship designed to bridge the gap between scientific research and commercial leadership is now available for applicants of the Full-time MBA.

Student news
Communication gaps undermine social innovation, study finds

New research from our Management and Marketing Department shows that misunderstandings between investors and founders are a major reason why social innovation ventures fail to grow. In many cases, they collapse altogether.

Global research
Home distractions harm remote workers’ wellbeing and productivity, study finds

Remote working can damage work-life balance, wellbeing and productivity unless clear boundaries are in place, new research finds.

Global research

Red tape and conflicting priorities limit the impact of social businesses, research finds

Social businesses are being prevented from delivering lasting benefits to their regions because of complex policies, unclear guidance, financial constraints and poor use of resources, according to new research from our Business School.

Business School news

Durham signs strategic partnership with Shanghai University of Finance and Economics

We have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (SUFE), deepening our partnership with one of China’s leading finance and economics universities.

Business School news

Group photo of SUFE and Durham University colleagues

Business School celebrates as Durham University rises to 85th in QS World University Rankings 2027

Durham University Business School is celebrating Durham University’s rise to 85th in the QS World University Rankings 2027. The University has climbed nine places, strengthening its position among the world’s top institutions.

Global research

Financial Times Masters in Finance ranking highlights Durham’s key strengths

Our Business School has again performed strongly in the Financial Times Masters in Finance 2026 ranking, placing 60th globally and 11th in the UK.

Business School news

Applications Open for £50,000 Scholarship Supporting Scientists into Leadership

A £50,000 scholarship designed to bridge the gap between scientific research and commercial leadership is now available for applicants of the Full-time MBA.

Student news

Communication gaps undermine social innovation, study finds

New research from our Management and Marketing Department shows that misunderstandings between investors and founders are a major reason why social innovation ventures fail to grow. In many cases, they collapse altogether.

Global research

Diverse team collaborating in modern office

Home distractions harm remote workers’ wellbeing and productivity, study finds

Remote working can damage work-life balance, wellbeing and productivity unless clear boundaries are in place, new research finds.

Global research

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The old adage that people leave managers, not companies is true – but only up to a point

Exploring why employees leave their jobs, PhD candidate Jafni Bin Johari Jiken and DBA graduate and alumnus Dr Asrif Yusoff from Durham University Business School examine how leadership and workplace conditions shape staff retention.

Research news
Strong sustainable investing reduces risk of corporate failure

Companies that invest heavily in environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices are less likely to face corporate failure or unstable earnings.

Research news
Strong performance in sustainable investing boosts research innovation

Companies with strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance are more successful at expanding research and development (R&D) overseas.

Research news

The old adage that people leave managers, not companies is true – but only up to a point

Exploring why employees leave their jobs, PhD candidate Jafni Bin Johari Jiken and DBA graduate and alumnus Dr Asrif Yusoff from Durham University Business School examine how leadership and workplace conditions shape staff retention.

Overwhelmed business man in office surrounded by co workers

Strong sustainable investing reduces risk of corporate failure

Companies that invest heavily in environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices are less likely to face corporate failure or unstable earnings.

Aerial view of renwable energy wind farm

Strong performance in sustainable investing boosts research innovation

Companies with strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance are more successful at expanding research and development (R&D) overseas.

Businessman using a computer to analyse investment ESG

Red tape and conflicting priorities limit the impact of social businesses, research finds

Social businesses are being prevented from delivering lasting benefits to their regions because of complex policies, unclear guidance, financial constraints and poor use of resources, according to new research from our Business School.

Business School news
Durham signs strategic partnership with Shanghai University of Finance and Economics

We have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (SUFE), deepening our partnership with one of China’s leading finance and economics universities.

Business School news
Financial Times Masters in Finance ranking highlights Durham’s key strengths

Our Business School has again performed strongly in the Financial Times Masters in Finance 2026 ranking, placing 60th globally and 11th in the UK.

Business School news