COVID-19 and the response from business schools

Business schools have been proactive and innovative in facing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, from innovative online teaching and wide sharing of research and expertise, to direct support for businesses and Government initiatives.

Some outstanding examples of this work are shared below.

Digital Risk Evaluation
Cass Business School team suggests how the pandemic could positively overhaul risk assessment in the pharmaceutical industry.
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Impact on Freelancers and Contractors
University of Edinburgh Business School highlights the unique challenges facing the self-employed.
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Supply chains
Research from Edinburgh Business School explains how we can prepare the supply chain for the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Remote working
Henley Business School surveys the impact of remote working on academics' research and teaching.
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Digital simulation 
An inter-disciplinary team, including experts from Kent Business School and Loughborough School of Business, analyses the role digital simulations could play in supporting the logistical response to COVID-19.
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Mental health
Global study launched by Surrey Business School on the impact of COVID-19 on mental health.
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Emergency services
Emergency Service workers at high risk of burnout, research from Edge Hill Business School shows.
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Remote Business Support
University of Liverpool Management School helps regional businesses find expert support.
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Business support for Medtech Solutions
Saïd Business School coaches tech start-up to improve research and development
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Peer-to-peer Support for Small Businesses
Lancaster University Management School offer business troubleshooting across the North West
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Mentoring and Knowledge Transfer Partnerships
Strathclyde Business School's team of experts engage with the business community.
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Business-student partnerships
Durham University Business School supports local businesses through partnerships with MSc students.
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Local collaborations
Lincoln International Business School collaborates with local business experts to share advice.
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Personal Protective Equipment
Cardiff Business School repurposes 3D printers to produce PPE.
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Retaining Staff
Aston Business School shares how small businesses can retain staff talent.
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Online Security
The experts at Manchester Cyber Foundry highlight steps businesses can take with their online security.
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Big Data
The Fashion Business School team highlight the importance of data for retailers in tracking big market shifts.
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Retail and Hospitality
Leeds Business School highlights practical steps for struggling retailers in the food and drink sector.
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Find out more about the work SBC Award-holding schools are doing to support small businesses and their local economies.