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:
My message to anyone thinking about studying with the OU is do it. Please don’t let your confidence or life commitments keep you from applying. It is never too late to study.
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News
Greenwashing: how ads get you to think brands are greener than they are – and how to avoid falling for it
The green advertising trend is growing fast. But are these ads truly reflective of improvement when it comes to production practices, or is this just another example of greenwashing?
- Our daily bread – how craft bakers fared during the pandemic and what happens now 24th June 2022
- Small bakery owners: we want your views! 13th June 2022
- OU to provide skills boost for local communities 25th May 2022
Upcoming Events
Student Hub Live: Critical thinking and writing (intro)
Wednesday, June 29, 2022 - 11:00 to 12:00
Online with Student Hub Live
Conference: The Impact of Covid-19 on Staff in UK Higher Education
Thursday, July 14, 2022 - 10:00 to 16:00
Edinburgh Training and Conference Venue, 16 Saint Mary's Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1SU
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