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Wives earning more than husbands linked to rising mental health diagnoses in couples

Women becoming the breadwinner of the family can result in a higher likelihood of mental health issues for both husbands and wives, research reveals.
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Hedging political risk boosts portfolio performance

Hedging against political risks enhances international stock portfolio performance more effectively than diversification alone, according to a study.
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Optimistic Federal Reserve language reduces market uncertainty and risk aversion

Optimistic language used by the Federal Reserve in their communication can reduce market uncertainty and risk aversion in the US, UK and Eurozone.
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Relying on a few big clients stifles innovation

Focusing on a small number of big-paying clients might feel secure for companies, but it could hinder innovation.

Global research
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PhD Scholarships available for UK and international students

The School have a range of fully-funded PhD scholarships available for the very best students looking to start their PhD with the Business School in October 2025.
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Wives earning more than husbands linked to rising mental health diagnoses in couples

Women becoming the breadwinner of the family can result in a higher likelihood of mental health issues for both husbands and wives, research reveals.
Global research
Depressed couple after argument

Appointment of new Executive Dean for the Business School

Professor Kieran Fernandes has been appointed as our new Executive Dean.
Business School news
Professor Kieran Fernandes, Executive Dean of Durham University Business School

Hedging political risk boosts portfolio performance

Hedging against political risks enhances international stock portfolio performance more effectively than diversification alone, according to a study involving Professor Stavros Zenios.
Global research
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Financial Times Top 10 UK Business School

We’re proud to announce we have again been ranked in the UK Top Ten by the Financial Times.
Business School news
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New £5m research centre to support North East England’s growing space industry

We’ve launched a new £5m research centre to support North East England’s growing space industry and lead on the sustainable exploration of the cosmos.
Global research
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  • Seven ways to be a successful remote-working manager

    Professor of Management Olga Epitropaki and Associate Professor in Leadership and Organisational Behaviour Anders Friis Marstand cover their research on remote working and how managers should respond to “psychological distance.”
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  • IMPACT magazine - Change and Transformation - Issue 14

    IMPACT 14 - Change and Transformation – takes a deep dive into the dynamics shaping today’s world. It is filled with thought-provoking articles on impactful topics - from the power of engaging with differing viewpoints to inspire meaningful change, to AI's transformative role in human resource management. In addition, it explores the unique challenges of balancing high-powered careers with fulfilling home lives.
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  • How to make universities more inclusive for black academics

    In a recent Times Higher Education article, Mercy Denedo, Associate Professor of Accounting, underscores the significant underrepresentation of black academics in the UK and highlights the unique challenges they encounter within the higher education system.
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Seven ways to be a successful remote-working manager

Professor of Management Olga Epitropaki and Associate Professor in Leadership and Organisational Behaviour Anders Friis Marstand cover their research on remote working and how managers should respond to “psychological distance.”

A woman wearing headphones strokes her cat while sitting in front of a laptop with people's faces

IMPACT magazine - Change and Transformation - Issue 14

IMPACT 14 - Change and Transformation – takes a deep dive into the dynamics shaping today’s world. It is filled with thought-provoking articles on impactful topics - from the power of engaging with differing viewpoints to inspire meaningful change, to AI's transformative role in human resource management. In addition, it explores the unique challenges of balancing high-powered careers with fulfilling home lives.
Image of IMPACT magazine issue 14 front cover

How to make universities more inclusive for black academics

In a recent Times Higher Education article, Mercy Denedo, Associate Professor of Accounting, underscores the significant underrepresentation of black academics in the UK and highlights the unique challenges they encounter within the higher education system.
Young black man with glasses taking notes from book while sitting in the library.

PhD Scholarships available for UK and international students

The School have a range of fully-funded PhD scholarships available for the very best students looking to start their PhD with the Business School in October 2025.

Business Students for PhD scholarship news item

Appointment of new Executive Dean for the Business School

Professor Kieran Fernandes has been appointed as our new Executive Dean.
Professor Kieran Fernandes, Executive Dean of Durham University Business School

Financial Times Top 10 UK Business School

We’re proud to announce we have again been ranked in the UK Top Ten by the Financial Times.
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