STTAR Centre hosts World Tourism Day 2025
October 3, 2025
Framing the future of tourism for sustainable transformation through collaboration and education On Friday 26 September 2025, The Sustainable Travel and Tourism Advanced Research (STTAR) Centre at Nottingham University Business School hosted a comprehensive World Tourism Day Celebration, bringing together a distinguished set of industry leaders, academic experts, and university students. The event, aligned with …
The trouble with (disability) language by Professor Jillian Rickly
September 22, 2025
About Professor Jillian Rickly Jillian Rickly is a Professor of Tourism and Head of Department (Marketing, Tourism and Analytics) at Nottingham University Business School. She is also the theme lead for accessibility and inclusivity for the Sustainable Travel and Tourism Advanced Research Centre (STTAR Centre). In this blog, Jillian discusses the language of disability and …
Tourism for all – Announcing a new resource for accessible tourism
September 16, 2025
Jillian Rickly is a Professor of Tourism and Head of Department (Marketing, Tourism and Analytics) at Nottingham University Business School. She is also the theme lead for accessibility and inclusivity for the Sustainable Travel and Tourism Advanced Research Centre (STTAR Centre). In this blog, Jillian discusses her latest collaborative project with Professor Nigel Halpern (Kristiania …
MSc Consultancy Competition 2025 – Company visits bring projects to life
June 24, 2025
At Nottingham University Business School, our company-based challenges for MSc and MBA students offer a unique opportunity for both students and participating companies. Students gain valuable real-world experience by working on consultancy briefs, developing key skills in teamwork, research, and communication. In return, companies benefit from fresh perspectives and innovative ideas delivered through a free …
Student reflections on the Sustainability and Societal Impact Fellows Programme.
June 5, 2025
Launched in 2024, the Sustainability and Societal Impact (SSI) Fellows Programme at Nottingham University Business School continues to shape the next generation of responsible leaders and changemakers. Designed to equip students with practical skills, cross-disciplinary insights, and a strong sense of purpose, the programme encourages collaboration and an innovative attitude to sustainability challenges. Sustainability and …
Sparking collaboration through coopetition: Highlights from our Sandpit Event
June 4, 2025
The Department of Marketing, Tourism and Analytics at Nottingham University Business School recently hosted a thought-provoking sandpit event focused on coopetition (where companies both collaborate and compete), the strategic interplay of cooperation and competition in business contexts. Led by Dr Sara Galehbakhtiari (Assistant Professor in Marketing), the event brought together a dynamic mix of researchers …
Empowering change: Enactus Nottingham showcases innovation at Enactus UK & Ireland Expo 2025
April 30, 2025
Students from Enactus Nottingham travelled to ExCeL London from 7 to 8 April 2025 to participate in the Enactus UK & Ireland World Cup Qualifier and Expo. The two-day event brought together over 20 university teams and more than 15 employer partners, including competition judges, mentors, and graduate recruiters. What is Enactus Nottingham? Enactus Nottingham …
Getting ahead of international trade wars: why now is the time to study MSc International Business by Dr Jinmin Wang
April 10, 2025
As the new US tariffs on global trade loom large, businesses around the world are bracing for a significant impact. From supply chain disruptions to rising costs and political uncertainty, the return of international trade protectionism is reshaping the international business landscape and global trade system. For students of international business, this is more than …
Financial inclusion, literacy and poverty in Brazil – Professor Meryem Duygun
March 12, 2025
The Inclusive Financial Technology Hub (INFINITY) at the University of Nottingham was established in partnership with the Universities of Birmingham and Warwick to bridge the gap between university research and the financial services sector. The hub aims to maintain a continuous pipeline of financial technology research and facilitate the application of cutting-edge research to develop …
Dr Lorna Treanor leads on inclusive entrepreneurship: A landmark event at the House of Commons
March 6, 2025
Dr Lorna Treanor, an Associate Professor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Nottingham University Business School, is co-author of the Charter for inclusive entrepreneurship, which aims to create a more inclusive enterprise ecosystem across the UK. Under-represented social groups – including women, ethnic minorities, young people, migrants and people experiencing disabilities – face unique barriers to entrepreneurship. The …
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