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New research finds patients still at risk of quality failures

Thursday, November 12, 2026

Research led by AMBS and published by a team from the Universities of Manchester, Birmingham and York, finds that patients in NHS and private hospitals need better protection against problems with the quality and safety of their care, and more joined-up care. >>

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From theory to practice: what does it take to stand out as an HR graduate?

Thursday, November 5, 2026

Students on our Human Resource Management course recently welcomed Malika Saggers, People and Culture Lead at Constructive Thinking Studio, for a guest lecture exploring how research and academic skills can be applied in the workplace and what employers look for in graduates entering HR. >>

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Thinking beyond profit: why sustainability skills matter for future careers

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

What skills will future employers be looking for? And how important will an understanding of sustainability be to your future career? These were among the topics explored during our recent webinar, Socially Responsible Business: Impact Beyond Numbers, which brought together academics from across Alliance Manchester Business School and Agnes Chruszcz, Policy and Engagement Lead at the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals. >>

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Rethinking success: responsible business and long-term value

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Can a business be truly successful if profit comes at a social or environmental cost? Explore how responsible business is redefining long-term value. >>

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GMCA Director Lisa Dale-Clough appointed to AMBS Advisory Board

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

We are delighted to announce that Lisa Dale-Clough has been appointed to the Alliance Manchester Business School Advisory Board. Lisa is the Director of Economy, Innovation, Culture and International at Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). >>

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PhD researcher wins award from Alan Turing Institute

Wednesday, November 3, 2021

Alliance MBS PhD researcher Thu Trang Dinh has been recognised by one of the most prestigious organisations in data science.

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Decision Sciences, PhD
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The Manchester Briefing on COVID-19 issue 44: exploring 'whole-of-society’ resilience

Tuesday, November 2, 2021

This month’s Manchester Briefing, which is aimed at those who plan and implement recovery from COVID-19, explores the meaning of ‘whole-of society’ resilience and its implications for emergency planning in the UK.

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Covid-19, Recovering from COVID
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Firms must embed climate-related scenario-analysis into strategic planning processes

Thursday, October 28, 2021

Research commissioned by the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) and carried out by Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS) highlights importance of making climate change needs a core component of firms’ decision making.

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Research, Research Accounting and Finance
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Autumn Budget commentary 2021

Thursday, October 28, 2021

This Wednesday, 27 October, Chancellor Rishi Sunak delivered his eagerly anticipated Autumn 2021 Budget. The key points included a rise to the national living wage, investment in transport infrastructure and support for the levelling up agenda. Our academic experts weigh in on these important announcements, and how they will impact the UK economy.

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Research
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New Director of Work and Equalities Institute appointed

Monday, October 25, 2021

Anthony Rafferty, Professor of Employment Studies at Alliance Manchester Business School, has been appointed the new Director of the Work and Equalities Institute (WEI).

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Work and Equalities
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