Our research mission is to produce and disseminate world-class research, to increase knowledge, skills, understanding and impact. As a research-intensive Russell Group institution, our research power, size and diversity mean that we are able to offer interdisciplinary opportunities, both across the University and with a wealth of international partners. With over 200 academic staff in the Business School from across the globe, and a wider community across the University of Leeds, our people share a passion for excellence.
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The University of Leeds is committed to working across disciplines to help tackle global challenges

Research blog
The latest articles, comment pieces and podcasts from academics and postgraduate researchers
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Business School alumni magazine
Our academics discuss topical issues related to their research expertise in a full range of business-related areas
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Research and innovation
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- The latest research and expert commentary on the Coronavirus crisis
- Supporting venture capital investment
- Information and communication technologies in the fire and rescue services in England
- Developing corporate innovation capabilities
- Building sustainable supply chains
- The future of work
- The need to work less
- Progressing legal sector diversity
- Raising the ceiling on diversity and inclusion
The latest research and expert commentary on the Coronavirus crisis

How is the Coronavirus crisis impacting business, industry and the public?
MoreSupporting venture capital investment

Contributing to Government policy with Professor Nick Wilson
MoreDeveloping corporate innovation capabilities

Facilitating and managing innovation at Ericsson and beyond with Professor Krsto Pandza
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Ideas in Practice seminar series
A free seminar series bringing together business people, policy makers and academics.
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As a Leeds University Business School postgraduate researcher, you will contribute fully to the advancement of knowledge within the Business
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The RIAB provides external guidance and support for Leeds University Business School's research initiatives
Recent publications
Mohamed, A. Do venture capital firms benefit from international syndicates? Journal of International Business Studies. ISSN 0047-2506
Wu C-H Effects of chronic job insecurity on Big Five personality change. Journal of Applied Psychology. ISSN 0021-9010 (In Press)
Liu, Y, Hultman, M, Wei, X. How Does Brand Loyalty Interact with Tourism Destination? Exploring the Effect of Brand Loyalty on Place Attachment. Annals of Tourism Research ISSN 0160-7383 (In Press)
Mohamed, A. Do venture capital firms benefit from international syndicates? Journal of International Business Studies. ISSN 0047-2506
Wu C-H Effects of chronic job insecurity on Big Five personality change. Journal of Applied Psychology. ISSN 0021-9010 (In Press)
Liu, Y, Hultman, M, Wei, X. How Does Brand Loyalty Interact with Tourism Destination? Exploring the Effect of Brand Loyalty on Place Attachment. Annals of Tourism Research ISSN 0160-7383 (In Press)
Research and innovation blog
Podcast: How the third national lockdown is affecting Early Years childcare
Read more on Podcast: How the third national lockdown is affecting Early Years childcareHow COVID-19 has caused disruption to Early Years childcare.
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Podcast: How manufacturing SMEs are becoming more environmentally sustainable in the Yorkshire region
Read more on Podcast: How manufacturing SMEs are becoming more environmentally sustainable in the Yorkshire regionProfessor Kerrie Unsworth and Mark Goldstone discuss the benefits of manufacturing SMEs becoming more environmentally sustainable.
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Events
“RT @ZeroWasteScot: Self-reported levels of food waste fell during the first national lockdown last year. @ZeroWasteScot will work with… t.co/YUilE7duXO”
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“During the first lockdown self-reported levels of #FoodWaste in the UK fell by 34%. New research looks at that posi… t.co/IJhC479VUx”
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“RT @EllenWang888: I am thrilled to present a session on 'Case studies of online innovation during COVID-19 pandemic' at the Internati… t.co/n9mw4MDmV5”
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