In 2025, we proudly celebrate 60 years of shaping business education, driving world-class research, and making a lasting impact on global society.
Since we opened our doors to students attending our first taught programmes in 1965, Durham University Business School has grown from modest beginnings into one of the UK’s leading institutions, consistently recognised for academic rigour, a global outlook, and a commitment to responsible business. Over six decades, we have empowered generations of students to become influential leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers worldwide.
To mark this milestone, we are hosting a year-long programme of events, collaborations, and special initiatives, honouring the achievements of our students, staff and alumni, and offering a bold vision for the future. We are delighted to invite our community – including partners and friends – to be part of these celebrations.
Professor Kieran Fernandes, Executive Dean commented,
"Our 60th anniversary is a moment to celebrate the people and values that have shaped our School - academic excellence, global thinking, and a deep responsibility to society. As we reflect on our journey, we also look forward with confidence to an exciting future of innovation, collaboration, and impact."
From early research in management science and economics to today’s cutting-edge work on sustainability, digital transformation, and ethical leadership, we continue to address the most pressing challenges facing society.
Our global alumni network now spans over 150 countries, with graduates excelling in business, government, academia and the non-profit sector. Many credit their time at Durham as pivotal to their personal and professional growth.
As we enter our seventh decade, we remain committed to our mission: inspiring, enabling and engaging the next generation of leaders to create positive change in the world.
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