Faculty of Business & Law, The Open University

Congratulations to all @OUBSchool and @OU_Law students crossing the stage at Dublin's Croke Park ceremony today 🎉 We can't wait to see your celebratory posts!🎓💙 #OUfamily

In this upcoming guest lecture, Associate Lecturer Deborah Wood will consider what we mean by modern slavery and will explore its prevalence both in the UK, and globally. OU Law students, no need to register - join the online room at the event start: ow.ly/OASC50Y3BNf

We’re proud to be one of the UK’s top universities for employability. Invest in your future career with the OU: ow.ly/88zM50Vj19A

For Janina, who lives in Germany, there was only one choice when it came to studying for her MBA – and it happened to be The Open University, where her dad had studied the same MBA when she was at high school. ow.ly/irIA50Vxc0L

Careers Express is your one-stop-shop for everything you need to build your career confidence this month. The newsletter covers all the OU’s latest careers events, resources and opportunities. Find the latest edition at ow.ly/XHYW50YbB13

Say hello to your next pay rise with our career-boosting global online MBA. Get the flexibility to learn at a time and pace that's perfect for you, so you can get ahead, without putting your life on pause.  ⏰ Register by 16 April for a May 20265 start. ow.ly/HU1w50VtaMk

Where have your OU studies taken you? Tell us about your journey and help inspire others to become our next students. Share your story👉ow.ly/gy5x50MVbM9

Are you thinking about a new career? This #freecourse will help you explore career opportunities by starting from you, not the job. Getting to know yourself and what you value are the foundations of your career planning. Start today: ow.ly/skVj50UyHwV

Interested in finding out more about our MSc in Human Resource Management? In this video you'll hear from some of our students and alumni on their experience of studying this qualification and how their study has impacted their careers. Watch on YouTube: ow.ly/NHcI50Y3CEm

Looking to develop your skills in business and management? With #shortcourses on topics such as analytical thinking, business design, coaching and managing change, we have plenty of options to benefit you and your organisation. Find out more: ow.ly/pBWp50O8yi1

💡⏰ One minute study skills ⏰💡 Could you study while you wait, travel or do chores? This animation explains how to make the most of your pockets of time throughout the day 👇 ow.ly/9O0Q50OWWt4

Has the start of a new year inspired you to think about a new career? This #freecourse will help you explore career opportunities by starting from you, not the job. Getting to know yourself and what you value are the foundations of your career planning. ow.ly/skVj50UyHwV

🚨 Submission deadline 7 January 🚨 Are you ready to take the next step in your #academic journey? The Open University Business and Law Schools are inviting applications to join our #PhDprogramme beginning on 1 October 2026 For more information: ow.ly/WI4p50UaZFl

Are you new to Open University study? The OU's Help Centre is here for you. Whether you have questions on induction, assessments or using Library services, you'll find the answers in this helpful hub. Check it out: help.open.ac.uk

Considering a Business degree? 🎓 Discover the world of business with our FREE bitesize courses! 📚💼 Explore all free business courses: ow.ly/tqYt50QfTH9 Ready to find out more about our Business degrees? 👉 ow.ly/zh7u50QfTIq

Careers Express is your one-stop-shop for everything you need to build your career confidence this month. The newsletter covers all the OU’s latest careers events, resources and opportunities. Find the latest edition at ow.ly/Yrly50WpRFR

👉🏽Skills Starter: Your Free Resource for Tackling Skills Challenges🪜 A free tool designed to spark meaningful conversations and help you take the first steps toward building a robust skills strategy. ow.ly/kHYT50XCGJm #WorkforcePlanning #Upskilling #Reskilling

Considering applying to our #PhDprogramme? This upcoming workshop will address key questions and share tips on how to best craft your @OU_FBL PhD application. 📅 Join us online on Thursday 11 December 14:00 - 15:30 (GMT) ow.ly/6thG50XszTQ

Are you ready to take the next step in your #academic journey? The Open University Business and Law Schools are inviting applications to join our #PhDprogramme beginning on 1 October 2026 🎉 For more information: ow.ly/WI4p50UaZFl

Our Futures of Legal Education and Practice research cluster is inviting submissions for an online conference on 10 March 2026, focused on rethinking traditional legal pedagogies. 📅 Submit your abstract by 16th January 2026 🔗 Find out more: ow.ly/uXNS50Xu4m6