The Open University Business School has maintained its EQUIS international accreditation. EQUIS makes up one third of OUBS’ triple accreditation status.
A new study published today and led by The Open University (OU) has identified significant areas for improvement in the care for transgender adults within the NHS.
As part of our new BSc Accounting and Finance degree, the Business School has agreed to collaborate with Zoho Books to allow free access to its accounting software for the duration of their module studies.
New data from this year’s Business Barometer report published by The Open University in partnership with the British Chambers of Commerce, has found that nearly two thirds (62%) of UK organisations are still reporting worrying skills shortages.
The Open University (OU) has launched a new initiative designed to empower the next generation of Black leaders in business and the community.
A toolkit has been designed to enhance support for maternal mental health in the workplace as a result of a research study conducted by The Open University, Manchester Metropolitan University and Greater Manchester Police Association of Women in Policing.
Sir David Harrison, MBA alumnus and Honorary Graduate of The Open University, has been named as part of a new campaign led by Universities UK that promotes 100 faces who were the first in their family to attend higher education.
The Open University is proud to be part of the 5th Edition of the Chocolate Scorecard that grades chocolate companies on their sustainability and ethics.
Academics from The Open University Business and Law Schools have contributed to a new report highlighting the need for employers to re-examine governance within their organisations.
Mark Durkin, Executive Dean for FBL talks about the EPIC Future NI research and policy action group aimed at addressing economic inactivity in Northern Ireland.

Thursday, March 4, 2027 to Friday, March 5, 2027
The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes, MK7 6AA, United Kingdom
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The annual European convening of the service operations management research community; an event designed for deep discussion, new collaborations, and the open exchange of work-in-progress alongside finished research.