AI can make the past vivid and persuasive. But as Prof Michael Beverland notes in an ITV feature on Jonathan Bolland’s historic Brighton and Southeast reconstructions, limited protections mean public images can be turned into narratives. Are regulations keeping up? tinyurl.com/yc5mb47y #AIEthics

From problem-solving and critical thinking to discipline and confidence, this experience helped build skills that go far beyond the classroom. 🎥 Watch her reflect on how studying tax shaped her academic journey. #StudentExperience #UniSussexBusinessSchool #AccountingAndFinance #BusinessSchoolLife

Our Economics students explored EU policymaking in Brussels—debating budgets, trade, and green transition firsthand! Read more: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/business-school/news-and-events/news?id=70073 #EU #economics #tradepolicy #businessschool

What if youth crime prevention is a systems design challenge? Join the Transformative Innovation Policy Consortium (TIPC) to explore how transformative innovation policy could foster cross-sector collaboration, drawing from a Swedish project. Register: https://ow.ly/9qOy50Yfote #YouthCrime

Did you know we're 22nd in the UK and 126th in the World for Business and Economics 15th in the UK for Research Quality for Business and Economics according to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 #BusinessAndEconomics #SocialScience #GlobalRankings #ResearchExcellence

When climate risk reports are delayed or sidelined, decision-making suffers. Dr Marc Hudson explores a UK case, highlighting the need for transparent processes that turn evidence into policy: tinyurl.com/mtx4wb9v #ClimateSecurity

Join us to celebrate Black Brilliance in Business at our campus on 11 March 2026. Connect with Black entrepreneurs, business leaders & researchers for talks, insights & networking over African cuisine. Free; registration required: https://ow.ly/kZiZ50Ye7Aw

From student ambassador to placement year, Milena's journey has been about growth, confidence, and learning to work with others. 💬 Swipe to read her story #StudentExperience #UniSussexBusinessSchool #AccountingAndFinance #EmployabilitySkills #BusinessSchoolLife #LearningInPractice

Peru’s public schools caught up with private ones—thanks to teacher incentives, curriculum reform & better governance. Prof. Panu Pelkonen breaks it down on Marginal Babble with Maxwell Dorey. 🎧 https://ow.ly/oYSx50YbQEN #EducationReform

Rafael joined the @bennett-innovate.bsky.social while studying MSc Sustainable Development at @sussexunibusiness.bsky.social, working on real policy research with global impact. Read his story: tinyurl.com/w3wte9jk 💬 What kind of research would you want to be part of?

All Masters students at the University of Sussex Business School will be guaranteed a workplace internship as part of their course. Gain real-world experience alongside your studies, with flexible options in the UK or internationally. 🔗 Learn more: https://ow.ly/IWGy50Y5Xfn

Can you build a career and make a positive impact? Absolutely. Professor Matthew Agarwala explains how studying sustainability can open doors to careers in finance, consulting, policy, tech, and beyond. 🎥 Watch the full presentation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzkG8oJCyiE

Kristabel reflects on how student life helped her rebuild confidence, trust her abilities, and find her voice.

How do stories shape leadership and brands? Join the Sussex MBA Speaker Series with Roger Wade, founder of Boxfresh & Boxpark, and Sussex alumnus, as he shares how storytelling shaped his entrepreneurial journey. Register now: https://ow.ly/1pap50Y5Omt

Dr Katerina Psarikidou at the Business School led policy research in the UKRI-funded FoodSEqual project, empowering communities to co-create food systems that are just, healthy, and sustainable. Read more https://ow.ly/GpGj50Y5npb . #FoodPolicy #CommunityEngagement #SustainableFood

The Bennett Symposium is fast approaching on 19 February at Bramber House — and this year’s speaker line up is one you won’t want to miss! Dirk Messner, Barry Gardiner and Caroline Lucas will be joining us. Secure your place https://bit.ly/4qPOA1x #BennettSymposium #NetZero #EnergyPolicy

“University has helped me grow in confidence and develop skills I’ll use for life.” Kristabel, a Business and Management student, shares how her course has shaped her thinking, communication, and teamwork skills. 🔗 Learn more about our courses: https://ow.ly/CLgX50Y4cKI

👋 Welcome back to a new term at the Business School Great to have you with us, and even better news: every Master’s student joining in Sept 2026 or Jan 2027 will get a guaranteed internship. Learn more: https://ow.ly/ZYSK50Y3GJY

How can dairy farming be #ClimateSmart & viable? The Smart Dairy project, led by Prof Annemie Maertens, shows solutions in a new 4-part UK-focused video series: ✅ System-wide approaches ✅ Emission-reducing innovations ✅ Nature-based solutions ✅ Tech-driven efficiency ▶️ tinyurl.com/shvts2u2

🏅 Congratulations to Peter Bennett on receiving a Gold Medal for Philanthropy. Through the Bennett Institute for Innovation and Policy Acceleration, his support is helping researchers drive real-world impact across climate, energy justice, and sustainability. Learn more: https://ow.ly/s86350Y1IT9

We’re approaching the Bennett Symposium on 19 February at Bramber House. Over a 100 people already confirmed! If you haven’t signed up yet, now’s the time: https://bit.ly/4qPOA1x #BennettSymposium #NetZero #EnergyPolicy #SussexResearch

🎓💙 Congratulations graduates We can’t wait to see all the fantastic things you will accomplish in the future. #GraduationDay #UniSussexBusinessSchool #SussexGrad #ForeverSussex

Can an interactive game help us make sense of complex #sustainability transitions? Join Transformative Innovation Policy Consortium (TIPC)'s Open Learning Series tomorrow to explore Seeds of the Future, a game exploring transition complexities and pathways. Register: https://tinyurl.com/2hxjm42d

“University helped me connect my values with my future.” Through real-world experiences like TASK initiative, Kristabel discovered a path towards fairer, more inclusive, and sustainable workplaces. #StudentVoices #SussexUniBusinessSchool #FutureCareers #ResponsibleBusiness #StudentExperience

We're proud of our scholars recognized as top global researchers! 🌍 Their work in energy policy, climate change, and economics drives real change. #ResearchImpact #Sustainability #ClimatePolicy #Economics #UniversityOfSussex #BusinessSchool

Does AI make biological weapons easier to create? Not really. Dr Alexander Ghionis tells The i Paper that pathogens remain fragile and unpredictable. AI may speed up or aid in concealing activities, but natural outbreaks are still the most significant risk: https://ow.ly/rlUn50XX9A0 #Biosecurity

Congratulations to Prof Nachiappan Subramanian on being awarded the Indian Government’s VAIBHAV Fellowship. Working with IIT Delhi, his research will use AI to tackle barriers to India’s textile recycling, highlighting the power of int'l research collaboration: tinyurl.com/mxfrevkz #CircularEconomy

Bitcoin at $225k or $75k? On CNBC, Prof. Carol Alexander from the Business School predicts bitcoin will remain in a high-volatility range of $75k–$150k in 2026, as markets shift from retail trading to institutional liquidity. Learn more: https://ow.ly/T0Ms50XVoRl

India & Russia aim to boost trade to $100bn by 2030, including oil. What does this mean for US #TradePolicy? On Al Jazeera English, Prof Sambit Bhattacharyya explains why oil, as an easily traded product, make the picture more complex. Listen from 4:44–10:16: tinyurl.com/2unkhe84

📢 Apply by 16 Jan Global trade is under pressure from geopolitics, climate change, conflict, and tech. Our CPD-accredited Diploma in International Trade Policy equips professionals with the skills to navigate it. Next module: Trade & Sustainability. Apply now: https://ow.ly/enn450XKb04

The 2026 Bennett Institute Annual Symposium will be held on 19 February at Bramber House. Staff and students are welcome, and the event is free! Learn more and Register here: https://bit.ly/4qEZrv8 #BennettSymposium #NetZero #EnergyPolicy #SussexResearch

Excited to sign an MoU with UIBE in Beijing! Looking forward to collaboration in business innovation & sustainability. Read more: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/business-school/news-and-events/news?id=69674 #DigitalTransformation #Sustainability #GreenFinance #GlobalBusiness #HigherEducation

What does Business & Management really cover? 🎓 Amany Elbanna, Programme Director, explains how the degree brings together marketing, accounting, digital innovation, leadership and more. ▶️ Watch now

From coding + finance basics to machine learning, banking and blockchain Our FinTech student explains how the degree builds year by year, and why the final year is the most exciting yet. ▶️ Watch now

What’s marketing really about? Understanding people and why they choose what they choose. From consumer insight to strategy, this short video breaks down what studying Marketing is all about. ▶️ Watch the video

As the year winds down, we’re grateful for our Business School community, the students, alumni, staff, and partners who make this such a thoughtful, curious, and engaged place to be. ✨ We sincerely wish you a happy holiday season. See you in the new year.

Earlier this month, we hosted the 8th UK Trade Policy Observatory Conference in London! 🌍 Key themes: #Sustainability, #DigitalTrade and EU–UK trade relations. Thanks to keynote speaker Dr Swati Dhingra & all researchers for sharing insights on trade policy, inclusive trade, & the green economy.

What role can Accounting and Finance play in a #SustainableFuture? At our recent event with A4S, experts called for better risk pricing, stronger consumer demand for green goods, and accounting standards that reflect well-being, not just financials. Learn more: tinyurl.com/47w794zc#SustainableFuture? #GreenFinance

🌍📉 Global trade is being reshaped by geopolitics, conflict, tech, and climate Our Diploma in International Trade Policy equips professionals with the skills to navigate today’s trade challenges—next module: Trade and Sustainability. CITP Apply by 16 Jan: https://ow.ly/eVqe50XKaOx.

👏 Year 2 Leadership Foundation students, working with Ru Pearce from Rewired Earth, presented sustainability solutions to MPs and business leaders at the Houses of Parliament and House of Lords. Fantastic feedback from Lord McNichol and the panel.

We’re excited to announce a landmark Memorandum of Understanding between the University of Sussex Business School’s Science Policy Research Unit and the Secretariat of the National Assembly of Korea. #UniversityOfSussex #SPRU #GlobalPartnerships #UKKorea #InnovationPolicy

New Business School research shows AI therapy works best when users feel emotionally close to the chatbot, encouraging self-disclosure and wellbeing. But researchers warn of “synthetic intimacy” and stress the need for strong safeguards and human oversight. Learn more: https://ow.ly/lci050XJv05

Can #Research build reconnection and care? Using re-enchantment and the Many Minds method in her latest study, Dr Rachael Durrant shows how centring relationships and reflection can transform how we understand social and environmental issues. Learn more: tinyurl.com/23nxcmta#Research

🎉That’s a wrap on another brilliant term at the Business School! Huge thanks to our students, staff, and partners for the energy, ideas, and teamwork that made it a standout one. Enjoy the break, you’ve earned it. Here’s to coming back refreshed and ready for more in the new year!

How did fridges + self-service transform UK shopping? Prof. Andrew Godley breaks down how Britain reshaped the US supermarket model, and how these shifts boosted women’s agency + changed retail. 👉 Full Q&A: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/business-school/blog/blog-articles?id=69606

What does it mean for women to grow, learn, and live in connection with farmland? Dr Rachael Durrant reflects on filming a short documentary with Jo Barker, capturing the stories of four women farmers in Mid-Wales and Sussex tinyurl.com/yjd5bwsh #WomenInFarming

The Bennett Institute for Innovation and Policy Acceleration Symposium programme is out! The 2026 theme, Zero Hour for Energy Policy, brings together leading experts to unpack the big questions shaping the race to net zero. 🔗 Check out the programme: https://ow.ly/NQom50XGeIE

🌟 Big congratulations to Business School alumna Sandra Juan Delgado! She’s just won the Rising Star Award at the 2025 Cateys, one of the most prestigious honours in the foodservice industry. Read Sandra's full story: https://ow.ly/rIco50XFzh0

A SPRU-led paper on digital technologies & European labour markets wins Best Paper at the 2025 CONCORDi conference. The study shows employment grew between 2012 and 2019 in Europe, with gains differing across skills. Learn more tinyurl.com/mr2y568b #ResearchWithImpact

We want to wish good luck to Sussex alumnus Yushi Chen at the Study UK Alumni Awards in China! Yushi is a Finalist in the Science and Sustainability category. Yushi is a green fintech advocate and researcher passionate about leveraging technologies and financial mechanisms.