A Hat-Trick for PRME at Ulster University Business School We are thrilled to celebrate three fantastic achievements from our colleagues at Ulster University Business School (UUBS) this month. These milestones highlight our unwavering commitment to responsible management education and the crucial role that student voices play in shaping a sustainable future. Our Inaugural UN Sharing Read More…

Attending the SDG Roadshow: A Journey Towards Sustainable Development With growing expectations from investors, regulators, employees, and customers, companies are under increasing pressure to set and deliver ambitious corporate goals aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). To address complex sustainability challenges, build resilience, maintain short-term performance, and enable long-term growth, businesses must take Read More…

Educating for Societal Impact: UUBS Highlights Responsible Management on the Global UN Stage Ulster University is making significant strides on the global stage, with its commitment to responsible management education taking centre stage at the recent PRME Global Forum at the United Nations. Two key figures from Ulster University, Professor Una McMahon-Beattie and Dr Marc Read More…

People, Purpose, and Public Health Reflections on the 2025 Sustainable Futures Conference  On Thursday 8 May 2025, the Ulster University Business School played host to a powerful day of learning, connection and action at the Second Sustainable Futures Conference, organised by the UUBS Sustainability Committee and PRME Team. Held in the Orpheus Lecture Theatre, the Read More…

Celebrating 1 Year of PRME Membership – Ulster University Business School Ulster University Business School (UUBS) is proud to celebrate its first year as a signatory of the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) – a global initiative backed by the United Nations that aligns business and management education with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Read More…

AI vs learning: A deeper look at ChatGPT in academic writing Reposted from Chartered Association of Business Schools “Let’s not pretend otherwise, I’ve used ChatGPT to help structure and proofread this article…” admits Marc Duffy CMBE, Lecturer in Business Consulting, Ulster University Business School as he writes about the impact of AI tools on student learning. Read More…

Ulster University Business School Sustainability Committee hosts Networking Breakfast on Building Trust in Sustainability: CMA Insights on Green Claims Code by Lynsey Hollywood and Judith Wylie On Friday 28th March sustainability leaders and business innovators gathered at Ulster University Business School’s Academy Restaurant for a networking event on: Building Trust in Sustainability: CMA Insights on Read More…

Ulster University Inspires at the MLM Summit 2025: Leading the Charge in Sustainable Leadership Northern Ireland’s business and public sector leaders gathered at Titanic Belfast on 28th February 2025 for the prestigious MLM Summit, an event renowned for sparking fresh perspectives and actionable strategies. Among the attendees was Ulster University, participating as part of its Read More…

Celebrating Ulster University Business School’s Bright Minds: Students Step into the Spotlight at the PRME Student Writing Competition 2024-25 As the PRME Chapter UK & Ireland launches its ninth annual Responsible Business and Management Student Writing Competition, Ulster University Business School proudly announces its cohort of students stepping forward to showcase their innovative ideas and Read More…

  Get Involved: Join the 2025 Sustainable Development Goals Teach In at Ulster University At Ulster University, we’re proud to be at the forefront of embedding sustainability into education, and we need your help to make an even greater impact.  From 1–31 March 2025, Ulster University will once again participate in the annual Sustainable Development Read More…

Join the 2nd UUBS Sustainable Futures Conference – Call for Contributions! The Ulster University Business School (UUBS) Sustainability Committee and PRME are excited to invite you to the 2nd UUBS Sustainable Futures Conference on May 8, 2025, from 10:00 to 16:00. This year’s theme focuses on Good Health and Wellbeing (SDG 3), exploring insights from Read More…

Belfast – The Car Free Campus As we kick off Semester 2, we’re excited to remind students, staff and university stakeholders about the many sustainable transport options available to reach our ‘Car Free’ Belfast Campus.  Whether you’re walking, cycling, or taking public transport, getting to campus is easy and eco-friendly! Active Travel: Walk or Cycle Read More…

Ulster University Joins The Alliance for Sustainability Leadership in Education by, The Ulster University Business School, Sustainability Committee  EAUC – the alliance for sustainability leadership in education aims to inspire, promote, and support change towards best practice sustainability within the operations, curriculum, and research of the UK tertiary education sector. As the sustainability champion for universities Read More…

Collaboration in Action: Advancing The Sustainable Development Goals Sustainable development thrives on collaboration, where partnerships align efforts to address global challenges. In our pursuit of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and PRME’s i5 playful learning, we are proud to spotlight three key projects from last weeks collaborations that demonstrate the power of collective action. Read More…

Green Week at Ulster University Students Union Towards a Sustainable Campus Ulster University Student Union (UUSU) Green Week is an inspiring initiative designed to engage students and staff in meaningful activities that promote sustainability and environmental awareness. The week is packed with events that provide practical insights and encourage eco-friendly practices. Sustainability Workshops offer interactive Read More…

Ulster University’s Commitment to Reducing Scope 3 Emissions: Enhancing Staff and Student Travel Options By Amy Brown – Support Assistant, AACSB Accreditation Team Ulster University has long recognized the importance of reducing its environmental impact, and in recent years, it has taken meaningful steps to continue this mission.  A significant focus of the university’s sustainability Read More…

  It is great for a lecturer like me to shut up, listen and learn for once The Impact of Studying Overseas – SIGIT Studying abroad is often celebrated for its ability to expand horizons and foster personal growth, but there are unique challenges as well. In a recent forum hosted by SIGIT (Special Interest Read More…

  The Sustainable Leadership Programme By, Marc Duffy and Dorisa Walaszek, Ulster University Business School On the 16th of October 2024, Ulster University, in partnership with PODIEM and the Department for the Economy (DFE), proudly launched its new Sustainable Leadership Programme at the prestigious Sustain Exchange Summit in Belfast. This innovative course, designed to equip Read More…