About
We are a community of educators, learners, and researchers, supported by committed partners, who think big and act boldly with a shared commitment to shaping a better future. Our credo, ‘Incubating Vibrant Futures’, is more than just a phrase: it reflects our commitment to nurturing transformational leaders and producing solutions to business and society’s most challenging problems, making significant contributions to a more vibrant, sustainable, and equitable world.
The Surrey distinction
The heritage of breakthrough in Surrey, marked by the pioneering contributions of visionaries like Alan Turing and Ada Lovelace, both Surrey residents, provides a powerful foundation for a business school that is both future-focused and innovative. Their legacy of pushing the boundaries of thought and technology continues to inspire a culture of creativity and exploration within the region. Situated at the heart of a thriving creative and digital business scene, and reinforced by cutting-edge research, our business school draws from this rich history to foster a learning environment that equips students to lead in a rapidly evolving world. We are committed to nurturing the next generation of business leaders who, inspired by the groundbreaking spirit of Surrey, will drive transformative change in global markets.
Our legacy
In 1967, Surrey’s Rik Medlik was the first professor appointed in the UK in the field of hospitality and tourism management, and he introduced the field’s first research degrees in 1971 – truly pioneering. This groundbreaking work inspired our own venture into education and research in management disciplines, ultimately laying the foundation for what is now our business school. We continue to uphold the pioneering spirit that has defined our institution from its inception as we shape the leaders of tomorrow.
Incubating Vibrant Futures
Learn how 'Incubating Vibrant Futures' reflect our commitment to nurturing transformational leaders and producing solutions to business adn society's most challenging problems, making significant contributions to a more vibrant, sustainable, and equitable world.
Accreditation and memberships
We are accredited by both the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Association of MBAs (AMBA). The School’s commitment to continuous improvement in a rapidly evolving Higher Education landscape requires a focus on innovation that is evident in its strategic plan. The Athena SWAN Bronze Award recognises the work Surrey Business School have undertaken to create an inclusive culture that values all staff.
Our team
Together we keep moving forward and doing new things. Meet the team who are guiding us down new paths.
Explore our disciplines
Our teaching and research is organised around seven academic disciplines, each focusing on different areas of management knowledge. Find out more about each of our disciplines's activities.