Durham University Business School

Durham has been a renowned place of learning for over 1,000 years; the University is over 180 years old and the Business School was founded in 1965. Together, we have always nurtured independent thinking and academic excellence – and these remain at the heart of everything we do. With such a long history, there’s very little we haven’t lived through. Our staff and students benefit from this collective experience every day, giving us a unique historical perspective combined with strong international connections. We are one of an elite group of schools worldwide to carry three internationally recognised quality assurances, a testament to the calibre of the School and an endorsement of the exceptional quality of our programmes.

Here at Durham University Business School we believe that to succeed in business, you need to get closer to the realities of business. So that’s what we do. We connect students and alumni with global companies. And we link businesses with incisive and innovative thinking.  Research-led and connected to the real world of business, our influence is recognised by students and stakeholders across the globe.

Our Vision is internationally accredited, Durham University Business School is proudly integral to one of the world’s prestigious universities. Our vision is to lead business thought and practice to improve global wealth and well-being. Our mission is to develop and enthuse leaders and entrepreneurs who create, share and use knowledge to deliver equitable and sustainable futures around the world.

The world of business is more connected than ever before and Durham University Business School is at the heart of this far-reaching network. Our connections with business and other academic institutions bring countless benefits. For students, these connections are a gateway to live projects and the challenges of research. Our internship and placement schemes allow our students to immerse themselves in the real world of business. And our Consultancy Projects enable MBA and Masters students to apply their knowledge to practical challenges in the most forward-thinking companies.

For business partners, it means we’re always at the forefront of current thinking and in touch with the changing commercial landscape. We are always open to research collaboration and, through academic consultancy, are helping to shape the way businesses work. To make sure we stay at the sharp edge, we also arrange numerous events and networking opportunities for faculty and students.