Dr Jean Bessala is a Lecturer in Finance at Salford Business School. His journey into academia was shaped by early exposure to teaching and research, alongside a long-standing interest in finance and industry. Having completed both his master’s and PhD at Salford, Jean’s work reflects the University’s strong focus on practical learning, student development and regional impact.
Meet Dr Maria Paola Rana, an Economics and Finance Lecturer here at Salford Business School. We recently caught up with Maria to discuss her dynamic career path, while delving into her expert knowledge which covers a wide range of specialties, such as the economics of crime, as well as the economic impact and recovery of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Salford Business School’s Dr Zeeshan Syed represented the University at the World Finance & Banking Symposium, where he had the opportunity to engage with thought leaders, gain insights into emerging trends, and present his research on credit ratings and capital structure to a global audience.
Two Salford Business School programmes, MSc International Business and MSc Accounting and Finance, have again been re-accredited by EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development), based on their quality, excellence and strategic relevance. Both programmes were initially accredited back in 2015, with a five-year re-accreditation confirmed in December 2024.
We take great pride in creating meaningful connections between our students, donors and alumni. Mentoring plays a key role in this, as it shapes the careers of our students, especially during their transition from university to the workplace. Today, we are excited to share the inspiring success story of Anish, a recent graduate in Business and Finance Management, and his mentor, Keven Parker, Joint Managing Partner at NorthEdge Private Equity.
Listen to series two of the Innovation in Financial Inclusion podcast on Spotify today, or search ‘Innovation in Financial Inclusion Podcast’ wherever you get your podcasts.
Sports Business is big business. Through the sponsoring of sports teams and events, the world’s biggest brands are demonstrating the power of globally-reaching sports in the business world. The IBM logo will be one of many that you will see prominently displayed during the Wimbledon tournament, Shell’s presence on Ferrari’s 2014 Formula 1 cars is […]