Research and consultancy
Applied research and consultancy - a catalyst for change and development which delivers results
The Business School undertakes research around a variety of contemporary issues which are at the forefront of modern business and management thinking and excels in a range of areas such as:
- applied economics and policy finance
- risk and investment
- public service management
- human resource management
- organisational development
- talent management
- reputation management
- management learning
- innovation and technology management
- operations management
- marketing and retail management.
We have an established reputation for undertaking applied business research and management consultancy in a wide range of areas.
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Find out more about our specialist centres, including our new Economic Strategy Research Bureau.
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The School's expanding PhD and DBA programmes constitute a significant international contribution to research with more than 150 candidates currently registered. The School's position is strengthened by its strong associations in industry and international business, and professional bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy and others, servicing a number of sectors.
We are a member of European Foundation for Management Development and the Association of Business Schools, and are committed to playing a leading role in developing management and business education in the UK and internationally.
For more information on research by the School please see the research section.
