A total of 4000 students, 100 different nations, 250 faculty staff and an income generation of £40 million
As a leading accredited institution, Northampton Business School (NBS) is a hub for economic impact within society, reaching out – locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.
We are dedicated to providing a transformative education with a strong emphasis on practical, real-world application. Our diverse, international student community thrives in an environment where they don’t just learn business, they actively do business. Through close partnerships, our students and faculty collaborate with local businesses to drive economic growth and deliver tangible social impact. We empower the next generation of business leaders and entrepreneurs to create a better, more sustainable world.
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Student positivity ranking from the latest 2025 National Student Survey (NSS) data.
Small Business Charter
The Northampton Business School has been awarded the prestigious Small Business Charter accreditation for three years. This is a rigorous assessment, and the award recognises the faculty’s excellence in supporting small businesses, fostering student entrepreneurship, and engaging with the local economy. Only a select number of business schools in the UK and Ireland hold this accreditation.
AACSB Business Education Alliance Member
The Northampton Business School is a member of AACSB, a global nonprofit association, connecting educators, students, and business to achieve a common goal: to create the next generation of great leaders. Our membership connects us with a global network of educators, students, and businesses. This facilitates:
PRME (Principles of Responsible Management Education)
PRME’s mission is to transform management education and develop the responsible decision-makers of tomorrow to advance sustainable development.
Within the PRME community, pedagogy serves as a cornerstone for embedding the values of sustainability and responsible management into higher education. By adopting inclusive and transformative teaching practices, PRME Signatories (such as Northampton Business School) can empower the next generation of leaders to drive positive change.
PRME is transforming curriculum development to empower students, educators, and institutions in building a more just, equitable, and sustainable world.
Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
Many of our business courses are accredited by the CMI. This is a significant point for prospective students, as it means they can graduate not only with their degree but also with a CMI professional qualification, which is highly valued by employers and can boost their career prospects.
UON’s Faculty of Business and Law (FBL) has been awarded the prestigious Small Business Charter accreditation for three years. This…
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A strong focus on applied, real-world research that delivers tangible benefits to businesses and the wider community demonstrates the research expertise of Northampton Business School in action. Our activity is structured around key themes and a collaborative approach.
Northampton Business School’s research is concentrated in a few impactful areas, housed within dedicated research centres:
Sustainability and Responsible Business
This is a core strength. The Centre for Sustainable Business Practices focuses on research into corporate social responsibility, supply chain management, and the broader environmental and social impact of business activities.
Global Collaboration
The business school has a notable focus on international business, particularly with emerging economies. The Centre for Global Economic and Social Development (GESD) and other research initiatives examine collaboration with regions like China and developing countries in Africa, providing unique insights into global trade and economic development.
Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Research expertise here is directly linked to the faculty’s Small Business Charter accreditation. The focus is on supporting entrepreneurship and providing data-driven solutions and consultancy to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to help them innovate and grow.
Knowledge Exchange
Northampton Business School’s research activity focuses on sharing knowledge with partners, businesses and our community. This is done through Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs), where academic expertise is applied directly to business challenges, and through consultancy services.
Interdisciplinary Approach
Research is often a blend of different disciplines, including accounting, marketing, strategy, and management, to provide holistic solutions to complex business problems.
Student Engagement
Northampton Business School ensures that research directly informs teaching and student projects. Students get to work on real-world business challenges, allowing them to apply their learning and contribute to NBS research.
