Paul Dobson

Welcome from Professor Dobson

Norwich Business School is part of the Social Sciences Faculty (SSF) and one of the largest Schools in the University of East Anglia with more than 600 undergraduate students and over 180 postgraduates. Multi-disciplinary in nature, the School can draw upon the additional strengths of other Schools in the Social Sciences Faculty and the School of Computing Science.

Managing within organisations is both an art and a science; it involves the application of practical skills and professional and technical knowledge of management disciplines, as well as communication skills, informed insight and confidence. Management hinges upon the ability to understand social behaviour; it relies on being able to handle successfully the somewhat contradictory processes of controlling action while fostering motivation, creativity and commitment. Reflecting this view, Norwich Business School adopts an approach to teaching and training which is designed to promote academic achievement as well as developing the potential for future managerial excellence. We are committed to instilling confidence in our students. Our courses provide for the intellectual development of the student to enable him or her to function effectively, within a wide range of business sectors, by adopting a strong managerial perspective.

Growth in the School has been based on the principle that research excellence combined with research-led teaching, alongside close collaborative partnerships with the industry, provide the foundations of our competencies to produce and disseminate useful knowledge.

In showing an interest in the Norwich Business School at UEA, you have taken an important step in your future career direction. I hope this site will answer most of your questions and provide the information you need to help you make the right decision. If you choose us you will be joining a school with a vibrant atmosphere and an excellent reputation in teaching and research which has a great deal to offer you.

Professor Paul Dobson - Head of School