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Building a future-focused Northern Ireland
Ulster University is playing a leading role in ensuring Northern Ireland secures its future as a global hotbed for talent, expertise and research excellence
6 October 2021
Ulster University shortlisted for The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide: the ‘University of the Year.’
17 September 2021
Girls Rise to Entrepreneurial Challenge
10 September 2021
Developing the future leaders of Agri-Food
Ulster University and Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster team up for innovative new course
30 August 2021
Ulster Uni students secure place on US scholarship programme
Twenty-one students and recent graduates from Ulster University are off to study in the USA this month.
18 August 2021
Ulster University Business School (UUBS) is calling on employers across Northern Ireland to join its Degree Apprenticeship in Customer Operations Management
5 August 2021
Ulster University Business School’s latest podcast spotlights female entrepreneurship
A new podcast episode exploring the powerful work being done to empower the next generation of female entrepreneurs
2 August 2021
Ulster University graduate hopes to use her own experience to help others access higher education
Graduating with a degree in Business with Marketing, Ulster University student Lucy Drummond hopes to pay it forward by helping others realise their potential.
9 July 2021
Ulster University student overcomes cancer to graduate with first class honours
Thomas Cafolla graduates with first class honours in International Hospitality Management after a difficult battle with blood cancer.
8 July 2021
Ulster entrepreneur balances final year studies with baking business
Phoebe Carson, graduates from Ulster University this summer, with a BSc Hons in Consumer Management and Food Innovation.
7 July 2021
Ulster University graduate turns his passion for tennis into a business
Tom Harty graduates from Ulster University this summer with first class honours in Business Economics and Accountancy.
7 July 2021
Ulster University leaders look forward to a new era in the heart of Belfast
Ulster University is now on the countdown to moving into the £363.9million campus, identified as one of the biggest academic capital builds across the UK and Europe
6 July 2021
Teaming up to tackle Food Poverty in North Belfast
Ulster University’s Culinary Arts students, Social Justice Hub and the Law Clinic have partnered with the North Belfast Advice Partnership, which runs the North Belfast Food Bank and Lower North Belfast Family Support Hub, to tackle
3 June 2021
Business Leaders Appointed as New Visiting Professors at Ulster University Business School
Ulster University Business School (UUBS) has announced the appointment of four new Visiting Professors.
3 June 2021
Ulster University Business School Students Support Businesses with International Growth Plans
Organisations based in Northern Ireland and the USA are benefiting from valuable business strategy and market research support through a new global experiential learning initiative developed by Ulster University Business School (UUBS) in partnership
21 May 2021
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
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 (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
'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
A respected Northern Ireland Economist has called on Stormont to reflect on how it is going to remain competitive with the Republic of Ireland in light of the decision by the Chancellor to raise corporation tax across the UK. Dr Esmond Birnie,
2 March 2021
Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management Annual Academic Excellence Awards
Welcome to the 2019/20 annual academic excellence awards for Ulster University students studying courses within the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management.
1 March 2021
Ulster University students help Lecturer in his quest to raise £10,000 for local charities
First year students at Ulster University’s Business School at Magee are calling on people to turn their COVID-19 blues into community action and to help raise much needed funds for Foyle Search and Rescue, Foyle Down Syndrome Trust, Foyle Hospice
18 February 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
Ulster University Business School supports upskilling and reskilling
Ulster University Business School is deeply committed to supporting regional recovery from the current pandemic, ensuring that individuals can transform their careers through having the right skills and capabilities. Professor Gillian Armstrong,
20 January 2021
Ulster MBA student, Jordan Willis secures top job and graduates with distinction
Jordan Willis graduates this winter from Ulster University with a Masters of Business Administration (MBA). Reflecting on his experience of studying at Ulster Jordan commented: “As I studied my undergraduate course at Ulster, I knew what a great
4 January 2021
Ulster International Event Management graduate goes global
Judith Rowan graduates with a MSc in International Event Management.
17 December 2020
Ulster MBA student secures top job and graduates with distinction
Jordan Willis graduates this winter from Ulster University with a Masters of Business Administration (MBA).
17 December 2020
Graduate to Export: Supporting Local Businesses on the International Stage
Ulster University Business School, in collaboration with Invest Northern Ireland, is seeking graduate applications for the 2021/22 Graduate to Export programme.
14 December 2020
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
Health, Equality and the Economy
Report by a cross disciplinary team at Ulster University to support the future of healthcare
9 December 2020
The online business related courses will upskill and retrain individuals impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic
30 November 2020
Professor Mark Durkin elected to CIM International Board
Professor Mark Durkin, Executive Dean of Ulster University Business School (UUBS), has been elected to the international board of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) by the members.
16 November 2020
Professor Mark Durkin elected to the International Board of the CIM
12 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
NI's Agri-Food Sector Encouraged to Track Trends
Dr Lynsey Hollywood, Ulster University Business School and Mintel’s Brian O’Connor, focus on what make successful food brands.
13 October 2020
Ulster graduate wins Ken Hom – Lee Kum Kee Scholarship
Culinary Arts Management graduate Callum Irwin wins major award
21 September 2020
Lockdown celebrations for young mum graduating with first class honours degree
Niamh O Reilly graduates with a degree in International Hospitality Management
24 July 2020
Award winning chef Callum Irwin adds first class honours degree to his list of accolades
Culinary Arts Management student Callum Irwin graduates this summer
22 July 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
Secure the next generation of FinTech talent through Ulster University Business School
Take advantage of a unique opportunity to recruit skilled financial technology graduates of the future through a new innovative degree apprenticeship.
6 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 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
Future tourism, hospitality and food industry leaders celebrated at student awards
Ulster University students studying courses within the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management celebrate their academic success at this year’s student awards.
6 February 2020
Ulster University Professors recognised in New Year’s Honours List 2020
Ulster University Professors recognised in New Year’s Honours List 2020
28 December 2019
Inspirational international student graduates with distinction
Colombian student, Luisa Fernanda Romero Munoz graduates from Ulster University today with an MSc in International Tourism Management, with Distinction, leaving an exceptional legacy behind.
17 December 2019
The Academy wins restaurant of the year award
Ulster University’s Academy restaurant wins restaurant of the year award
22 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
Ulster student competes for WorldSkills UK Culinary Arts Team
17 October 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 leads European consortium to develop innovative digital learning platform
Ulster University leads European consortium to develop innovative digital learning platform
19 August 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's Doctoral College secures top 10 position in PhD rankings
Ulster’s Doctoral College secures top 10 position in PhD rankings
30 July 2019
Heartfelt celebrations for Ulster University Graduate
Heartfelt celebrations for Ulster University Graduate
5 July 2019
UUBS launches new BSc Hons Financial Technology
13 June 2019
Oluwashina Akinsanmi named winner of Ulster University's 3MT® Final
Ulster University Doctoral College has held its final of the Three Minute Thesis competition for its second year
31 May 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
Ulster University celebrates excellence in research and business
Ulster University celebrates excellence in research and business
9 May 2019
R&A Head of Marketing gives master class to UUBS students
Golf Tourism to the fore as Head of Marketing at the R&A gives a masterclass to Ulster University tourism and event students
19 April 2019
Ulster University and Causeway Enterprise Agency brought together local and international business leaders to help businesses in Coleraine, Portstewart, Portrush and Ballycastle develop personal and professional creative leadership skills to survive
1 April 2019
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
New campaign celebrates Top 50 local SMEs and calls for more Government support for traditional NI industries
12 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
Success for Erica and Mollie at UUBS Hospitality and Tourism Management Awards
In conjunction with our industry partners, the Department of Hospitality and Tourism is delighted to celebrate and recognise the excellence of our students.
26 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
The Food Poverty Forum included four talks from academics with expertise in food poverty and three research activities. UK food policy expert, Prof Martin Caraher, was the keynote speaker
11 February 2019
PwC and Ulster University launch MSc in Professional Services Operational Delivery - the first such qualification in the UK.
31 January 2019
2018 Knowledge Economy Report
30 January 2019
Ulster University launch creative learning space on the Coleraine campus
Ulster University launch creative learning space on the Coleraine campus
25 January 2019
What are the big economic trends on the way in the next decade?
Here's how the US economy, Chinese growth, oil prices, globalism, unemployment and Brexit will affect our world.
18 January 2019
Determined young mother overcomes debilitating health condition to graduate from Ulster University
Determined young mother overcomes debilitating health condition to graduate from Ulster University
12 December 2018
Ulster University Business School and First Derivatives Partner on New Masters Programme
Ulster University Business School is embracing opportunities in the expanding fintech sector with the design of a bespoke postgraduate programme for multinational software and consulting firm First Derivatives.
1 December 2018
Hellbent on a new brand of Sausages
Full-back Louis Ludik and prop Schalk Van Der Merwe, both from South Africa, have worked for five months alongside the Business School’s experts in food innovation in Coleraine to find the perfect blend of South African spices and locally produced
27 November 2018
Hat trick of awards for Business School graduate
Ulster University Business School graduate Keith Houston’s innovative approach to recruitment has resulted in a hat trick of awards both locally and internationally.
16 November 2018
InspecVision scoops prestigious CIM Ireland Marketing Award
Mallusk-based company, InspecVision Ltd, was among the winners at the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)’s prestigious Ireland Marketing Awards on November 9th.
14 November 2018
Award Winning Megan in Seventh Heaven
Megan McNeilly, a former pupil at Ballyclare Secondary School, has swept the board at the annual UUBS student awards event.
26 October 2018
Welcome Event for UUBS International Students
17 October 2018
Putting Northern Ireland Tourism on the Throne
4 October 2018
Ulster University played host to the SNAIP-DC Project - a Research Challenge Fund project focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the ‘Destination Experience’ context.
12 September 2018
Ulster University joins €6.5m initiative to fund student mobility
Ulster University will be providing more opportunities at doctoral level for students as part of the University Alliance’s Doctoral Training Alliance (DTA) following a multi-million Euro award from the European Union.
11 September 2018
UUBS Students scoop wins at Feile Balmoral Hotel Pro Master Chef
UUBS student chefs scoop top marks at the most prestigious culinary concours to take place in Northern Ireland this year.
6 September 2018
Queen's University and Ulster University co-host research excellence showcase event
Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University today co-hosted a research excellence showcase event at the Ulster Museum.
6 September 2018
Technology continues to drive huge changes in the worlds of cash and banking so what can we expect in the future?
31 August 2018
Ulster University’s new flexible executive MBA supports managers in the North West
As the business environment changes and presents managers with high levels of uncertainty, the new flexible executive MBA will help to identify and leverage opportunities to shape and grow business across the region.
30 August 2018
Universities working together to deliver City Deal projects that make a difference
Universities working together to deliver City Deal projects that make a difference
27 August 2018
Northern Ireland housing market continues to perform strongly
Northern Ireland housing market continues to perform strongly
8 August 2018
Novosco and Ulster University join forces to address tech skills shortage
Novosco and Ulster University join forces to address tech skills shortage
30 July 2018
A team of entrepreneurial Ulster University students are currently in Philadelphia to pitch their innovative equestrian products to an expert panel of international investors today as part of the Maguire Hegarty LLC International University Student
18 July 2018
Ulster University honours internationally recognised Professor
Ulster University honours internationally recognised Professor
10 July 2018
Ulster University honours President of Ireland’s largest accountancy body
Ulster University honours president of Ireland’s largest accountancy body
6 July 2018
Political paralysis: Italian lessons for Northern Ireland
Could an essentially rudderless Italy be a picture of Northern Ireland's future in economic and political terms?
25 June 2018
Roma Downey officially opens new multi-million pound teaching centre at Ulster University
Roma Downey officially opens new multi-million pound teaching centre at Ulster University
20 June 2018
Ulster University and Innovation Ulster welcome the acquisition of former portfolio company BittWare by Molex
6 June 2018
Ulster University announces inspirational honorary graduates
Ulster University announces inspirational honorary graduates
1 June 2018
Fundraising for Mind Your Mood surpasses £20,000
Fundraising for Mind Your Mood surpasses £20,000
11 May 2018
Ulster University expands 15 year Chinese strategic partnership
Ulster University expands 15 year Chinese strategic partnership
10 May 2018
Ulster University led Internet of Things Network empowers SMEs to drive innovation
Ulster University led Internet of Things Network empowers SMEs to drive innovation
9 May 2018
Innovative partnerships recognised at Ulster University’s Impact Excellence Awards
Innovative partnerships recognised at Ulster University’s Impact Excellence Awards
4 May 2018
Spring into Business with Ulster University Business School
Professor Mark Durkin, Executive Dean, Ulster University Business School and Dr Sharon Loane, Head of Department of Global Business and Enterprise, Magee campus prepare for the Spring Into Business Festival at Belfast and Magee.
18 April 2018
Ulster University Business School Introduces New Way of Thinking
Ulster University Business School has introduced leaders and managers to the concept of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) at a special event organised as part of Management Month
9 March 2018
Education alliance to benefit cross border education provision and opportunities
Education alliance to benefit cross border education provision and opportunities
23 February 2018
Ulster University Business School Students Ace Interview Test
Three students at Ulster University Business School have out-scored over 120 of their peers to win a valuable BDO Interview Award.
21 February 2018
Northern Ireland housing market records modest yet sustainable growth levels
Northern Ireland housing market records modest yet sustainable growth levels
19 February 2018
Ulster University Business School Joins Elite USA Group
Ulster University Business School has been accepted into the prestigious Babson Collaborative for Entrepreneurship Education.
16 February 2018
Ulster University Opens New £11m Teaching Facility at Magee Campus
Ulster University Opens New £11m Teaching Facility at Magee Campus
29 January 2018
2017 Knowledge Economy Report - Almost half a million jobs at risk from automation in next 10 years
2017 Knowledge Economy Report - Almost half a million jobs at risk from automation
18 January 2018
Ulster University Business School and Axiom Pilot Mini-MBA
Ulster University Business School has launched a ‘Mini MBA’ programme in partnership with American legal firm Axiom.
19 December 2017
New visiting professor for Ulster University Business School
Ulster University Business School has announced the appointment of a new Visiting Professor. Robert Fitzpatrick, who is CEO of the Odyssey Trust Company, will assume his four-year voluntary role in January 2018.
8 December 2017
Ulster University Business School focuses on fantastic females
“Be brave, be yourself and be courageous”. These were the words of advice given to over 200 female students by Aisling Keegan, Vice-President and General Manager of Dell EMC Ireland.
29 November 2017
Dr Karise Hutchinson tells the story of small business leadership
"Leadership and Small Business – the Power of Stories" is the title of a new book which takes the examples of the often-unsung heroes and courageous leaders of small businesses to explore how purpose driven leadership is critical especially in the
29 November 2017
Ulster University Business School has enlisted the help of a global expert in food marketing, Professor Thomas Kennedy, as part of its new Agri-Food Business Development Centre.
20 November 2017
PwC backs Ulster University Business School to finance new professional qualifications
A new partnership between Ulster University Business School and PwC will see up to 20 students receive scholarships to complete an elite professional qualification.
12 October 2017
UUBS Secures CME Group Foundation Funding
UUBS has secured significant funding from CME Group Foundation to establish a new ‘Developing Financial Engineering Pipeline’ project which will include support for one PhD and ten MSc studentships.
27 September 2017
Ulster University Business Schools’ Global Ranking
Ulster University Business School’s MSc in Sport Management has been given a top global rating by SportBusiness International in its 2017 Postgraduate Course Rankings.
8 August 2017
Join the Crowd – Seek Alternative Funding
SME growth is the bedrock for future economic development in Northern Ireland but educating start-ups about alternative forms of funding is essential for success
9 April 2017
7 April 2017
Visiting Professor goes digital
6 April 2017
Women Entrepreneurs - Lessons from Canada
In her lecture titled “Feminine Capital, Unlocking the Power of Women Entrepreneurs”, Professor Orser reviewed how women continue to lose out when it comes to their engagement in business
6 December 2016
We may be enjoying the sunshine, but the economic effects of this fine spell are mixed
5 July 2016
UUBS research shines light on gender equality
In a study investigating gender equality at executive level across the Northern Ireland public sector, Ulster University Business School (UUBS) present the results of an extensive three year evidence based study.
22 February 2016