Department of Business Transformation
We are interested in the management of change that leads to operational excellence across all types of industry. Our research on business analytics, operations and logistics, and extractive industries, inform policy and practice transformation.
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We have a research mission to develop the knowledge, skills, and experience of future business leaders to address environmental and social challenges while managing business growth.
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We offer a range of courses taught by our world-leading academics whose inspirational research is having real impact on the world.
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We collaborate with businesses to develop practical solutions and business growth.
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Professor James Aitken
Professor in Operations Management and Head of Department
Professor James Aitken began his career within a manufacturing environment where he gained success in the logistics and operation fields. The knowledge and experience accrued supported his part-time PhD studies and provided the platform for the development of the UK’s first manufacturing operations based on combining lean and agile. His continued interest in innovative operati...
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12.01.21
Surrey Business School students team up with Too Good To Go, encouraging less food waste
At the end of last year, some of our final year Business students had the fantastic opportunity to work...
25.11.20
Juan’s story – volleyball player and economist
At Surrey Business School we often discuss the benefits of joining the many clubs and societies that...