People
School for Business and Society
Leading the way for sustainable, social and economic progress.
Research and innovation
Delivering impactful interventions across business and society to build a more sustainable and inclusive society.
Our interdisciplinary School brings together a groundbreaking combination of disciplines. We'll deliver real societal impact through research which looks at key debates in public policy, business and society.
External engagement
Helping a wide range of organisations to succeed.
We're collaborating with partners across business, public and third sectors to ensure they are successful and sustainable. In parallel, we're working with managers and policymakers to help organisations build more sustainable communities, fairer societies and positive environmental outcomes.
Where business meets social progress
Our School is uniquely placed to lead business and public policy action to tackle complex social and environmental issues and deliver sustainable inclusive growth.
We're combining and amplifying strengths in responsible business management, social and public policy, social work and public management, to create an environment that will help develop the ethical leaders of tomorrow.
News
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York placed 8th in the UK and =38th in the world for the study of Social Policy and Administration in the latest release of the QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026.
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Two leading York academics have been awarded the title of Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences in recognition of their outstanding contributions to these fields.
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From tackling poverty to improving children’s mental health, new grants will support researchers to work with partners across the region to find practical solutions to challenges facing communities in York and North Yorkshire.
Events
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This presentation will describe findings from a realist evaluation on the role of link workers in primary care.
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The webinar will share practical advice for parents, guidance for professionals, and policy recommendations to address perinatal loneliness (loneliness experienced by parents through pregnancy and the first two years of a child's life).
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This EDI Forum provides an opportunity to reflect on how inclusive practices can better support diverse student experiences, particularly in engaging with feedback and navigating university provision.
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Presentation by Laura Tucker and Kyle Schwartz.
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