Your career starts here
Go beyond the traditional dissertation. Work with real organisations on real-world projects, build practical experience and develop the skills employers are looking for.
Get personalised careers support through one-to-one sessions and practical workshops with our dedicated careers coaches, building the skills and confidence you need for your future career.
Develop your potential beyond the classroom with the Adam Smith Skills Award, building valuable personal and professional skills that can help you stand out to future employers.
Accreditations and rankings
Study at a triple-accredited business school.
The Adam Smith Business School is among the 1% of business schools worldwide to hold accreditation from AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.
Our programmes are also recognised in leading global rankings, including the Financial Times and QS, reflecting the quality and international reputation of an Adam Smith Business School degree.
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Research and impact
At the Adam Smith Business School, our research tackles major global challenges. Across four strategic research themes, our academics generate new ideas, influence policy and practice, and create meaningful real-world impact.
94% of our research was evaluated as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ in the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021).
Alumni and community
Our alumni are part of a global community of graduates making an impact around the world. Whether you’re looking to connect, network, share your experience or discover new opportunities, your relationship with the Adam Smith Business School continues long after graduation.
Why choose the Adam Smith Business School?
Join the 1%
Study at a triple-accredited business school: AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.
Think globally
Join an international community of over 50 nationalities.
Get real experience
Take on live industry challenges, consultancy projects and more.
Learn somewhere inspiring
Study with world-class facilities on our historic Glasgow campus.
Experience Glasgow
Live and study in a welcoming, vibrant student city.
Prepare for your career
Develop practical skills for a successful global career.
PhD Researcher receives Best Paper Award from British Academy of Management
PhD Researcher receives Best Paper Award from British Academy of Management
News
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17 SepA paper which explores how skilled migrant workers experience and evaluate decent work across interconnected domains of employment, family and community has won Best Paper Award at the British Academy of Management (BAM) 2026 Conference.
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24 Aug
Adam Smith Business School shortlisted for four national awards
Congratulations to Business School colleagues Professor Diedre Shaw, Dr Kat Duffy, Dr Yingru Li and Dr Paulina Navrouzoglou, along with undergraduate Laavanya Varadarajan Shanmugapriya whose inspiring work has been shortlisted in the Herald’s 2026 Inspiring City, and the 2026 Scottish Impact awards. -
4 Jun
Helping Scotland achieve its deep tech potential
From photonics and quantum to life sciences, AI and space, Adam Smith Business School researchers are identifying what’s needed to help Scotland’s deep tech sector reach its full potential.
Events
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1 Oct
World Menopause Day Exhibition
A week long exhibition and in-person event with guest speakers, discussion and networking -
21 Sep
Worthwhile Wardrobe: embedding circularity in charity retail
4 November. Join us for the launch of a new practical toolkit which supports embedding circularity within charity retail.