Centre for Business, Organisations and Society (CBOS)
Rethinking business in a sustainable society; providing the evidence base to get there
Marketing, Business and Society Division
We are award-winning researchers and educators whose specialisms cover marketing, responsible business, and business economics.
Who we are
We are a collaborative division, working with colleagues across the School and wider University, with diverse expertise across teaching, research and knowledge exchange.
What we do
We specialise in contexts of consumption, governance, retail marketing, and the socio-economic and environmental implications of management. We partner with practitioners and policymakers to develop impactful insights for a sustainable future.
Research centres
We are home to two research centres.
Centre for Governance, Regions & Industrial Strategy (CGRIS)
We focus on finding the balance between governance and policy to ensure the effective functioning of organisations, regions and markets.
Our retail and consumerism lab
Our lab bridges insights from academia and practice.
A knowledge hub focusing on retailing and contemporary consumer issues.
Our courses
Our division leads the delivery of four outstanding undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
BSc in Management with Marketing
Gain a solid grounding in the key areas of business practice. You’ll also develop specialist knowledge and skills for a career as a marketing professional.
MSc in Marketing
Deepen your understanding of core marketing theory and learn to apply it in a practical setting. You’ll learn business skills that are important to employers.
MSc in Strategic Retailing
Develop the theoretical and practical managerial skills you need for a successful career in the headquarters, stores and supply chains of the retail industry.
MSc in Sustainability and Management
Develop your knowledge of the core business disciplines and gain a deep understanding of corporate sustainability.