Lancaster University Management School

03/06/2026

02/06/2026

Our Subject Spotlight in Business Management with Springpod is out now. 🎉

'Rising to the Challenge: Entrepreneurship in Action' is led by Dr Jenni Scrivener, Teaching Fellow in our Department of Entrepreneurship and Strategy.

This free, interactive taster course features four thought-provoking episodes and an activity that encourages you to think like an entrepreneur.

You can enrol now or watch a sample episode. 👇
https://www.springpod.com/subject-spotlights/lancaster-university/business-management-with-entrepreneurship/SS-00755

01/06/2026

Marketing master’s student, Kothai, on whether her degree is worth it. With Management School Student Content Creator, Barsha

01/06/2026

Our MBA students recently visited an Amazon fulfilment centre and Jaguar Land Rover near Liverpool, as part of their Operations Management module, where they got a first-hand look at how global organisations manage logistics, manufacturing and supply chains at scale.

From seeing operations in action to hearing directly from industry professionals, they gained invaluable real-world insights.

A big thank you to Amazon and Jaguar Land Rover for welcoming us!

29/05/2026

Asking marketing master’s student if they actually like their degree… Calli 💬: “I really like the psychology that goes behind it.” With Management School Student Content Creator, Barsha

29/05/2026

A huge thank you to Dr Christof Rissbacher, Chairman of the Management Board of Aspiag Service S.r.l. (part of SPAR Austria Group), for joining us for yesterday’s Practice & Leadership Lecture on International Management in Practice.

The session offered valuable insights into leadership, international management, communication, and strategic investment within a global family-owned business.

A key theme throughout the lecture was the importance of people and communication at every level of an organisation - particularly across international teams and cultures. Dr Rissbacher highlighted the value of embracing different perspectives, developing a common language across countries, letting go of pre-judgement, and fostering a willingness to cooperate and learn from one another.

The lecture also explored leadership and decision-making, including the importance of accepting mistakes, standing by decisions, and continuing to learn throughout your career.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such an engaged discussion and Q&A.

A special thank you to Dr Bingbing Ge and Professor Alfredo De Massis for organising and hosting an excellent event.

28/05/2026

Honest takes on if their degree is worth it featuring marketing master’s students Alex and Amy. With Management School Student Content Creator, Barsha

27/05/2026

🌐 The Digitalisation of Business

📅 Friday, 5 June 2026 | 9:00am BST (Online)

Join an international 90-minute panel exploring how organisations are navigating digital transformation, innovation, and evolving business models in a rapidly changing world.

We’re delighted to welcome senior leaders from global industry and technology:

*Sanjay Rishi – Founder,
*Cathie Hall – Chief Product & Customer Officer, IFS
*Swe Lynn Ng – E-Commerce & Emerging Channel Sales Manager, PepsiCo

The panel will be moderated by Dr Brian Gregory (Lancaster University Management School), with a welcome from Dr Stephen Thomas Homer (Sunway University).

A great opportunity for anyone interested in digital business, innovation, and future-focused leadership.
Please register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfY7i3eFI-tRbl3xtAig0OzqaguVp5m5C7tmbmGTYBEW4Aijw/viewform

25/05/2026

The Help to Grow: Management Course is a practical, 12‑module programme that gives SME leaders and senior managers the time, tools and confidence to work on their business – not just in it.

Why join?:

• Time and space to step back and focus on growth
• Practical frameworks you can use straight away
• A trusted peer network
• Real results – alumni consistently tell us the course has had a tangible impact on their business

You’ll also receive one‑to‑one mentoring and leave with a growth action plan tailored to your business.

October 2026 cohort now open
Cost: £750 for the whole programme (90% government funded – total value £7,500)

🔗 Find out more and apply: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/lums/business/help-to-grow/

22/05/2026

🤖 How is AI transforming work, careers, and the shape of organisations?

Join us for an insightful workshop exploring how AI is reshaping organisations, employee practices, and professional services.

This event brings together academics and industry practitioners to discuss the opportunities, challenges, and organisational changes emerging from AI adoption - with a particular focus on legal and professional services firms.

We’re delighted to welcome speakers from Lancaster University, Forbes Solicitors, and leading international institutions including:
• Daniel Milnes & Sunny Yadav (Forbes Solicitors)
• Dr. Elisavet Christou, Professor João Baptista and Martin Spring (Lancaster University)
• Ella Hafermalz (VU Amsterdam)
• Malar Hirudayaraj (Rochester Institute of Technology)
• Paul Levy (University of Brighton)
• Yasser Rahrovani (Ivey Business School)

📍 LUMS Lecture Theatre 19, Lancaster University
🗓 Thursday, 28 May 2026
⏰ 9:30am – 4:00pm

Free to attend, but registration is required.

For catering and logistical purposes. Please confirm registration and dietary requirements via email to Teresa Aldren using this email: [email protected] no later than 12:00 on Tuesday, 26 May 2026.

We look forward to welcoming colleagues, students, alumni, and professionals interested in the future of AI and work.