Research

Our internationally significant business research contributes to business policy worldwide.

In the latest REF 2021, we are ranked 90th out of 108 business schools.  For research impact, 75% of our research is world-leading and internationally significant and a further 25% is recognised internationally.

Our projects are funded by bodies such as the European Mentoring and Coaching Council in Brussels, the International Creative Practice for Wellbeing Framework funded by the TS Eliot Foundation, the UAE National Olympic Committee (NOC), and the European Union. 

Our business research also contributes to business policy worldwide with projects funded by bodies such as the European Mentoring and Coaching Council in Brussels, the International Creative Practice for Wellbeing Framework funded by the TS Eliot Foundation, the UAE National Olympic Committee (NOC), and the European Union. 

Regular Research and Knowledge Transfer activity, giving businesses in the region access to the University's resources and expertise, includes multiple corporate clients including the Cabinet Office, the RAF and a range of businesses in the corporate sector. 

Our Research Impact Groups span disciplines from HRM, Finance, Marketing and Corporate Communications to Tourism, Events, and Sports Coaching and Management, and includes our commitment to the area of responsible management.

• Centre for Professional & Economic Development
• Communication, Marketing and Destination Research
• Responsible Business Education and Enterprise

An annual showcase of our latest research takes place at our research conference.

Visit our Doctoral Research and PhD pages to learn more about opportunities to study within our vibrant research environment.