Welcome to The Open University Business School
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A pioneer in flexible learning for over 30 years, The Open University Business School delivers transformational, high quality business and management education. We are proud to be part of an elite and exclusive group of just 1% of business schools worldwide that are triple accredited.
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Quality assured business school
We have a global reputation as a leading provider of qualifications and work with a number of influential professional bodies and international partners to ensure that our curriculum meets the needs of students and employers in the UK and worldwide.
Study with us
It’s an exciting time to study business and management. Organisations are looking for dynamic managers with adaptable skills to help them succeed.
Explore our research
Research is at the heart of The Open University Business School, underpinning all our activities from teaching to consultancy, advisory and policy work.
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Alumni and careers network
If you have a postgraduate business and management qualification from OUBS, you automatically belong to our well-connected global community of over 92,500 alumni.
MBA Sponsorship Business Case Builder
Your employer could contribute towards your MBA study fees. Generate a personalised, compelling business case for your employer, with our interactive tool.
Academic Departments
Teaching and research is organised around five academic departments, each focusing on business research into a key management discipline:
I love the freedom that the OU gave me. They provided me with a wide range of course materials like books, videos, and other materials, and they let me choose how I approached my coursework in a way that best suited me. The OU are so well built for the digital age and perfectly suited to me as an entrepreneur.
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News
Cost-of-living crisis – greatest challenge for 40 years says academic
The Bank of England has raised rates, a recession is looming and cost-of-living issues are dominating the headlines. Martin Upton, Senior Lecturer in Finance, warns people against ill-judged decisions through the cost-of-living crisis
- ‘The OU was my perfect option after college’ 15th August 2022
- MBA alumnus hopes to stay ahead of the game in the fight against malaria 5th August 2022
Upcoming Events
Student Hub Live: Applying other people's ideas with confidence
Tuesday, August 16, 2022 - 11:00 to 12:00
Online with Student Hub Live
Education as a Catalyst for Peacebuilding in South Sudan
Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - 13:00 to 18:00
St Matthew's Conference Centre, London, SW1P 2BU and Online
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