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BNY and The University of Manchester launch the Future of Work Alliance, focused on responsible use and application of human-led AI

Thursday, May 21, 2026

BNY, a global financial services company, and The University of Manchester have announced the launch of the Future of Work Alliance, a five year, £5 million initiative focused on advancing how human-led digital transformation can be integrated responsibly into large, data-intensive organisations in the AI era. >>

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Launch of non-profit organisation to improve management and leadership training in Africa

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

AMBS Associate Cris Sachikonye has established a non-profit organisation, The Manchester Review Board (MRB), to improve management and leadership training in Africa. >>

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AMBS report into residential retrofit schemes has lessons for UK policy

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

A new AMBS report highlights how clearer policy design, stable incentives, and stronger quality assurance can help landlords navigate retrofit schemes and deliver lasting improvements in energy efficiency across the UK housing sector. >>

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QS Rankings success for Global Executive MBA

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Alliance Manchester Business School debuted at 21st in the QS Global EMBA Rankings 2026, with standout performance in diversity (5th globally), reinforcing its strong global reputation and academic excellence. >>

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British Airways corporate affairs director appointed to Advisory Board

Thursday, April 23, 2026

Nicola Pearson has been appointed to the Alliance Manchester Business School Advisory Board. >>

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The Productivity Institute appoints Professor Jun Du as new Managing Director

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Leadership appointment reinforces long-term commitment to productivity research and impact

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Productivity
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Regional empowerment key to Britain's productivity revival

Monday, January 27, 2025

Highlights the importance of collaboration between national and regional authorities in the UK, emphasising empowered local leadership, tailored policies, and scaled-up powers to address productivity disparities and foster long-term economic growth across regions.

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Productivity
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National Productivity Week returns to support UK businesses in unlocking productivity potential

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

National Productivity Week, a campaign aiming to support UK businesses in unlocking productivity potential, is set to return in January 2025.

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Productivity
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£1.5m gift from Sir Terry Leahy to boost research into regional inequality

Thursday, May 16, 2024

The University of Manchester has received a £1.5 million donation from business leader and alumnus Sir Terry Leahy to fund research into regional economic disparities and the impact of policies aimed at rejuvenating and rebalancing the productivity and prosperity of the UK’s cities and regions.

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Research, Productivity
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Renowned experts appointed as Honorary Professors on Productivity by Alliance MBS and The Productivity Institute

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS) at The University of Manchester is proud to announce the appointment of three new Honorary Professors to support the University’s research and engagement activities on productivity, innovation, business performance and economic growth.

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Research, Productivity, School
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