Business Engagement
Our programmes are designed so that investment in people is realised quickly and consistently.
Ulster University Business School is a leading provider of entrepreneurial education, research and impact, helping to shape future growth and learning through innovative approaches and new educational models.
We are focused on working with organisations to help navigate and capitalise on the extensive experience and expertise of the Business School.
We can provide an educational consultancy approach to support you and your organisation. This may take the form of customised training and programme development solutions or simply provide guidance on the most appropriate programme of study.
We would welcome a conversation with you to see how we can grow your organisation together.
We offer courses that are professionally accredited and relevant and we can also tailor courses to meet your organisation’s requirements.
Business Leader Peer Mentoring
The aim of this programme is to enrich the learning and experience of Ulster University Business School postgraduate students.
World-class programmes based on up-to-date thought leadership through links with Harvard Business School and Babson College.
As the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation continues to intensify and present significant challenges for businesses, the need for business support has never been more prevalent.
A range of postgraduate short courses can be taken individually or combined over a period of time towards a Postgraduate Certificate of Professional Development.
Take your employees' careers to the next level. Find out how we can support your business to nurture talent and develop leaders through our funded higher level programmes.
The Business of Possibility Podcast
A podcast series hosted by Wendy Austin and brought to you by Ulster University Business School.
News
PwC and Ulster University Business School partner to launch new fully funded Degree Apprenticeship
Applications have opened for 50 fully funded degree apprenticeship places at Ulster University Business School, following a partnership with PwC Northern Ireland.
11 May 2021
Belfast Community Scholarships launched to help more students access higher education
Ulster University has announced 40 new Belfast Community Scholarships
6 May 2021
Degree apprenticeships: bringing business and education together
It's NI Apprenticeship Week and Ulster University is celebrating its success as NI's largest provider of Degree and Graduate Apprenticeships
28 April 2021
Attract and Retain Top Talent with a Higher Level Apprenticeship
Danielle McWall, Head of the Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics at Ulster University Business School, discusses the role of Higher Level Apprenticeships in future-proofing organisational talent and skills.
21 April 2021
Ulster University to host Gastronomy Summit 2022
In April next year, Ulster University will host Gastronomy Summit 2022, a landmark event that will bring together members of the global culinary community to explore and celebrate the transformative power of food, drink and hospitality.
20 April 2021
Ulster University Business School Skills Courses Help Reignite Futures
Over 300 people have benefitted from free online business related courses delivered by Ulster University Business School
14 April 2021
Ulster University Business School Publish New Podcast on Skills and Economic Recovery with Economy Minister Diane Dodds
Ulster University Business School (UUBS) has published a special podcast episode examining the critical importance of skill-building and innovation in powering Northern Ireland’s rebuilding agenda.
1 April 2021
Ulster University partners with Dublin City University to deliver report informing the launch of the Dublin-Belfast Economic Corridor
This week eight local authorities from either side of the border came together to launch the Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor in response to challenges facing the region, which have been identified by a joint report from Ulster University and Dublin
25 March 2021
'Back to the start-up' report launched by FSB NI and Ulster University Business School
The report reviews existing support for business creation in Northern Ireland
23 March 2021
Ulster University Business School introduces new programmes to support the future workforce
Ulster University Business School (UUBS) has developed a new part-time MSc Business in Technology programme, co-created with industry in Northern Ireland to ensure the development of relevant knowledge and skills in the professional and technology
4 February 2021
FinTrU launches scholarships programme, to champion equality in the Finance Industry
FinTrU has today launched their Women in Finance Scholarship for one female student from Queen’s University Belfast and one from Ulster University.
14 December 2020
Ulster University Business School supports regional upskilling and reskilling with funded online courses
The online business related courses will upskill and retrain individuals impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic
30 November 2020
Ulster University Business School Welcomes First Cohort of FinTech Apprentices
Ulster University Business School (UUBS) has welcomed the first cohort of new apprentices to its pioneering Financial Technology Higher Level Apprenticeship degree – an innovative programme co-created with industry to strengthen Northern
27 October 2020
Ulster University free online courses to give workers impacted by COVID-19 opportunity to upskill and retrain in priority areas
6 October 2020
Secure the next generation of FinTech talent through Ulster University Business School
New innovative degree apprenticeship to recruit skilled financial technology graduates
10 July 2020
Ulster University launches free online courses for workers affected by COVID-19
The online courses will upskill and retrain people whose jobs have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
6 July 2020
Ulster University ranked first in UK for Hospitality, Leisure, Recreation and Tourism courses in Complete University Guide 2021
Ulster’s Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism courses have been ranked first out of 54 higher education institutions in the UK in the latest Complete University Guide 2021, up three places on last year.
22 June 2020
Ulster University Business School Launches New Business Support Initiative
Ulster University Business School (UUBS) has unveiled a new portfolio of business support services to help organisations respond to current challenges presented by COVID-19 and plan for future recovery.
15 June 2020
In response to industry growth Ulster introduces innovative FinTech degree
In response to sustained growth of the FinTech industry in Northern Ireland and to support the need for skilled financial technology graduates, Ulster University’s Business School has launched an innovative Financial Technology degree.
10 June 2020
Ulster University research indicates optimistic housing market in NI
Ulster University research indicates optimistic housing market in NI
12 November 2019
Ulster University Lecturer supporting local businesses ahead of Brexit
In response to the current Brexit uncertainty, Ulster University have partnered with Manufacturing NI to provide a suite of online supply chain management Brexit resources.
8 November 2019
Allstate IT Lab opens at Ulster University Magee campus
Northern Ireland’s largest IT company Allstate has today opened a new state of the art computing lab at Ulster University’s Magee campus, representing a major investment in educational resources for the North West region.
5 November 2019
Ulster University hosts cross-sector intelligent innovation workshops
Ulster University hosts cross-sector intelligent innovation workshops
16 October 2019
New and returning Ulster students encouraged to harness their entrepreneurial skills
Ulster University undergraduate and postgraduate students will have free access to a comprehensive support programme to help them launch their own business. Over a quarter of students currently run or plan to run a business whilst they are at
30 September 2019
Ulster University exports education provision to boost higher education provision in Doha
Ulster University exports education provision to boost higher education provision in Doha
4 September 2019
Ulster University explore trail of possibilities for local businesses
Ulster University is playing a fundamental role in the TrailGazers project which examines the contribution that investment in walks and recreational infrastructure makes to the local economy.
2 August 2019
Ulster University’s Coleraine Campus to host The Open Camping Village
Ulster University’s Coleraine Campus to host The Open Camping Village
26 June 2019
Northern Ireland housing market remains robust amid Brexit uncertainty
Northern Ireland housing market remains robust amid Brexit uncertainty
26 June 2019
Ulster University spin-out company axial3D one step closer to $1,000,000 win
Ulster University portfolio company axial3D will represent Northern Ireland in the Startup World Cup in San Francisco on the 15th of May which sees the overall winner securing $1,000,000 investment in their company.
10 May 2019
Updates
Partnership Gives Ulster Students Cutting-Edge Marketing Experience through Distance Learning
8 April 2020
Award Success for Hospitality Management Student Niall Beatty
Ulster University Business School student, Niall Beatty, was recently named as a finalist at the highly coveted 2019 Young Guns Competition held in London.
21 March 2019
UUBS Investment Management Students Achievements Recognised
Students on the BSc Finance & Investment Management and MSc Global Investment Management had their achievements recognised at the CISI annual dinner held in St. Anne’s Cathedral.
6 March 2019
Student Success at Management, Leadership and Marketing Awards
Class of 2018 Excellence Awards organised by the Department of Management, Leadership and Marketing.
27 February 2019
New Visiting Professor for UUBS
UUBS has announced the appointment of a new Visiting Professor. Alain Kerloc’h, who is co-owner of the Michelin starred restaurant OX, has taken on the voluntary role for a four-year period.
13 February 2019
UU working to improve our skills market
Through a progressive approach to business engagement across UUBS, we are taking a critical role in identifying and responding to clear signals in the NI skills market, but also increasingly within Ireland and GB.
12 February 2019
PwC and Ulster University to deliver UK’s first Masters in Professional Services Operational Delivery
PwC and Ulster University launch MSc in Professional Services Operational Delivery - the first such qualification in the UK.
31 January 2019