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Stirling Management School and Budapest Business School to partner on a new dual degree

The University of Stirling Management School (SMS) has partnered with the prestigious Budapest Business School (BBS) to offer students the chance to study in Scotland and Hungary and graduate with two degrees.

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New Digital Entrepreneur in Residence for Stirling Management School

The University of Stirling Management School (SMS) has appointed its first Digital Entrepreneur in Residence to help students and staff prepare for ‘Industry 4.0’.

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New Honorary Professor for Stirling Management School

The University of Stirling Management School (SMS) has welcomed an international risk management expert as a new Honorary Professor.

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New research hub to tackle ageing population challenges

A new multi-million-pound intergenerational research centre at the University of Stirling will provide pioneering solutions to the challenges posed by an ageing global population.

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New Entrepreneur in Residence for Stirling Management School

The University of Stirling Management School has appointed a second Entrepreneur in Residence to support students, staff and alumni with practical advice and mentorship for their business ambitions.

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University of Stirling calls for applications for business growth scheme

The University of Stirling Management School has launched a training programme for managers across Scotland to help small and medium-sized businesses develop growth strategies and improve performance as they recover from the pandemic.

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Stirling Management School wins gender equality award

The University of Stirling Management School is celebrating this week after winning the Athena SWAN Bronze award for gender equality in higher education.

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Olympic swimming star celebrates graduation ahead of Tokyo Games

British Olympian Duncan Scott swapped his swimming gear for a scroll this week after graduating from the University of Stirling.

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Mother and daughter celebrate graduating from University together

A mother and daughter are celebrating after graduating together from the University of Stirling.

Vicki and Hannah Lawlor wear university graduations gowns and pose next to the loch on Stirling's campus

New study to explore why people give gifts to the royal family

As the Queen prepares to officially mark her birthday this Saturday, researchers at the University of Stirling are launching a study into the centuries-old tradition of giving gifts to the British royal family.

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University of Stirling Management School and Porto Business School to partner on a new ‘dual degree’

University of Stirling Management School has partnered with Porto Business School to offer students the chance to study at both institutions and graduate with two degrees.

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Bond markets show rising inflation is on the way, says finance expert

A finance expert from the University of Stirling has warned that movements in the bond markets, which predicted last year’s recession, indicate that inflation is set to rise in the near future.

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Stirling Management School makes the cut with small businesses

Stirling Management School has been re-accredited with membership of the Small Business Charter, in recognition of its mission to focus on business growth and entrepreneurship.

Fiscal frameworks of UK devolved governments must be made more robust to future crises, experts say

Economic experts have warned that the fiscal frameworks of the UK’s devolved governments must be made more robust to future crises and better able to support COVID-19 recovery.

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Change in AstraZeneca UK regulation for under 30s did not impact vaccine intentions

New research from the University of Stirling shows that the change in UK regulation of the AstraZeneca vaccine – recommending an alternative for those under 30 – has had no effect on the general public’s intention to get vaccinated.

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Setting goals will make you a better saver, says Stirling study

Setting yourself goals is the key to successfully saving money, according to a new study from experts at the University of Stirling.

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Chancellor chooses Stirling to deliver business recovery scheme

The University of Stirling is launching a bespoke management training programme for Scottish businesses, after being selected to partner on a £520 million UK Government initiative.

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AstraZeneca suspension did not impact vaccine intentions

New research from the University of Stirling has shown that the suspension of the AstraZeneca vaccination had no effect on the UK general public’s intention of getting the vaccination.

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A walk in the park: has the Covid-19 travel response opened the door to a new direction on climate policy?

New research has found that during the pandemic people in England and Scotland ditched the car, preferring to walk or cycle.

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Visiting water bodies worth £700bn to economies, study finds

Europeans spend more than £700 billion (€800 bn) a year on recreational visits to water bodies – but perceived poor water quality costs almost £90bn (€100 bn) in lost visits, a new study has found.

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Review group chaired by Stirling expert publishes towns report

An independent review – led by a leading retail expert at the University of Stirling – has outlined recommendations to support greener, healthier, fairer and inclusive towns and town centres.

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Stirling marks achievement of students in Singapore

The University of Stirling has marked the achievement of 82 graduates from the BA (Hons) Retail Marketing, BA (Hons) Sport Business Management, BA (Hons) Sustainable Events Management, and BA (Hons) Sports Studies and Marketing courses delivered at Singapore Institute of Management by lecturers from Stirling Management School and the Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport.

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Care homes in England had greatest increase in excess deaths at height of the COVID-19 pandemic

Care homes in England experienced the highest increase in excess deaths at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic compared to those in the rest of the UK, according to new research.

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Stirling professor to chair expert group seeking to revitalise town centres in the aftermath of COVID-19

A University of Stirling retail expert will chair a new group set up by the Scottish Government to revitalise and renew Scotland’s town centres in the aftermath of COVID-19.

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University appoints its first entrepreneur-in-residence

The University of Stirling has appointed its first entrepreneur-in-residence, to further support students, alumni, and staff to achieve their start-up business ambitions.

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COVID-19: Study considers the impact of ‘new’ home working arrangements on wellbeing

The impact of the unprecedented shift towards full-time home-based work (HBW), brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, is the focus of a major new University of Stirling study.

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Eurovision voting points to more than just musical tastes

How people vote in the Eurovision Song Contest may tell us more than just the musical tastes of a nation - according to new research.

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Stirling student named national marketing star

A University of Stirling student has won a prestigious Marketing Society Scotland award after taking part in a competition involving students from across the country.

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Leading academics and business figures combine for new initiative

Stirling Management School has further strengthened its close ties with industry through the creation of a new Business Advisory Board. The launch of the initiative is timely as it will have a role to play in supporting businesses to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Retail leaders and academics meet to discuss sector’s future

Questions around the greatest challenges and opportunities facing UK retailers have been tackled by leading academics and established industry figures at a University of Stirling event.

Professor Leigh Sparks with members of the retail industry

VIBES Scottish Environment Business Awards 2019

The University of Stirling Management School attended the 20th anniversary year of the VIBES Scottish Environment Business Awards to celebrate businesses in Scotland who are taking significant steps to improve or reduce their impact on the environment.

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New research suggests pensions advice websites create bias

An advice website setup by the Government in the wake of pensions reforms could be exacerbating people’s unconscious bias and influencing their financial decisions, according to experts at the University of Stirling.

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Professional recognition for top Accountancy and Finance students

Top-performing Accountancy and Finance students from Stirling Management School have been recognised at an industry sponsored prize-giving at the University of Stirling.

Accountancy students receiving their awards

Evidence-based economics supported by Stirling-backed student initiative

The University of Stirling has joined other higher education institutions in supporting a Scotland-wide initiative to create more opportunities for students interested in a career as an applied economist.

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MSc student on track to boost cervical cancer screening attendance rates

A Stirling student is expecting to boost cervical cancer screening attendance rates in Iceland by at least 5% after launching an innovative project as part of her MSc course.

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Keep Scotland Beautiful announces new prize for Behavioural Science students

Charity, Keep Scotland Beautiful, has announced a new prize for Stirling Management School students – offering £500 for the best research relating to the environment.

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National Surveillance Camera Day to unlock secrets of CCTV

The world’s first National Surveillance Camera day is being launched by a University of Stirling academic to stimulate public debate about the spread of the technology.

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Scientists to value benefits of eco-friendly flood schemes

The economic and environmental benefits of natural flood defences will be explored in a £467,000 University of Stirling-led project.

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Stirling marketing experts explore the power of political branding

Leading UK marketing experts are to gather at the University of Stirling to discuss the power of political branding and its impact in major campaign victories – including Brexit and Donald Trump’s road to the White House.

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New study aims to prompt international action on ocean plastic

The University of Stirling has been awarded a share of £850,000 to lead a research project aiming to inspire international action on marine plastic pollution.

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Students take part in Amplify Trading Boot Camp 2019

Management School Students take the chance to trade in real-time on Chicago Mercantile Exchange

Stirling students’ website aims to transform ‘agritourism’ in Scotland

Two business students from the University of Stirling are aiming to revolutionise the agritourism industry in Scotland after devising a new web platform linking holidaymakers with farm hosts.

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New report finds Scotland could suffer under UK immigration proposals

The UK Government’s immigration plans could reduce the number of workers in Scotland by up to five per cent over the next two decades, an expert panel has warned.

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Student finance team reach UK finals of ‘investment Olympics’

A team of Stirling Management School students has reached the UK final of a prestigious global competition testing the skills of the brightest finance students.

Professor Russell Napier gives Annual Guest Lecture at Stirling Management School

Students and staff take in 'Key Lessons for Investors from Financial History’ as part of lecture series

Top academic to head up Stirling Management School

Professor Kevin Grant has been appointed as Dean of the University of Stirling Management School.

University graduates awarded membership of banking institute

Two University of Stirling graduates Stefan Pfitzmaier Pfitzmaier and Hanyu Ye have been awarded associate membership of the Chartered Banker Institute (CBI).

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MBA student recognised for leadership skills

University of Stirling graduate Daniela Sefzig has been recognised for her leadership skills and support of colleagues during her MBA studies.

€2.6 million transport project to identify women’s needs

The University of Stirling has received a share of €2.6 (£2.3) million to create fairer and more inclusive transport systems that consider the needs of women as both users and employees.

Behavioural science expert gives TEDx talk on ‘nudging’

University of Stirling economist Dr Conny Wollbrant has highlighted how behavioural economics can be used to improve decision-making, during a TEDx talk in Glasgow.