Royal Docks School of Business and Law at UEL

Home
United Kingdom
London
Royal Docks School of Business and Law at UEL

RDSBL is a diverse & vibrant learning community.

09/10/2026

Happy Black History Month! 🖤

We asked Alain ‘Fusion’ Clapham and one of our academics to share a message with students. Here’s what they had to say 👇

❤️🖤💚

09/10/2026

RDSBL’s Mark Tsagas, Senior Lecturer in Legal Ethics and Emerging Technologies, presented at the Civil Mediation Council’s 2026 Conference on AI in Mediation: Ethics, Costs, Sustainability and Utility.

Bringing together his expertise in law, technology, AI ethics and mediation practice, Mark explored some of the key questions shaping the future of the profession: how AI can be used responsibly, what ethical safeguards are needed, and how mediation can adapt as technology continues to develop.

Mark is also Deputy Director of UEL’s Centre for Mediation and Conflict Management, and is currently contributing to the Civil Mediation Council’s AI Working Group, supporting the development of AI guidelines and a code of best practice for the profession.

08/10/2026

Today, RDSBL welcomed Alain ‘Fusion’ Clapham for an inspiring, interactive session celebrating Black History Month, hosted by the UEL Noon Centre and organised by RDSBL’s Dr Doirean Wilson, BEM, CMBE, DProf Practice. 🙌

Newham was at the heart of the conversation as Alain shared his personal story, reflecting on how being part of its community shaped who he is today. Through his experiences, he explored the connections between identity, culture, resilience and belonging.

The session encouraged students to take part, share their perspectives and reflect on who they are, their goals and dreams, and how their own experiences can shape their future. Alain’s story highlighted the power of storytelling to understand ourselves, connect with others and recognise the possibilities ahead.

Thank you to Alain for sharing his story and inspiring our students, and to everyone who joined the conversation!

08/10/2026

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of attending a special evening at the University of East London’s Royal Docks School of Business and Law, celebrating its BSIS recognition and the official launch of FORGE.

It was fascinating to see FORGE open a new chapter in connecting education, business and the local community, bringing together expertise and student talent to support enterprise and create opportunities.

Above all, it was a pleasure to meet people who are truly passionate about developing Britain’s next generation of talent and helping them thrive.

It was lovely to meet Howard Dawber OBE and to catch up with Shazaib Butt FHEA FCMI CMBE, Deputy Head of Department for Business, Entrepreneurship and Finance, Gerta Kellici, Cluster Lead, and other colleagues from the Business Department.

Thank you to Professor Fatima Annan-Diab and the RDSBL team for a welcoming and inspiring evening. Congratulations to everyone involved in this milestone!

07/10/2026

It’s official. FORGE has launched.

Led by the Royal Docks School of Business and Law, FORGE brings together business and legal expertise, services and student talent from across UEL, creating new opportunities for collaboration, enterprise and impact.

Speaking at the launch, John Garwood, former Chair of the University of East London Board of Governors, shared inspiring reflections on the importance of partnership and the opportunities that can be created when education, business and community come together.

Together with Howard Dawber OBE, Deputy Mayor of London for Business and Growth, John lifted the curtain to reveal the FORGE plaque and officially open this new chapter.

Built through partnership, FORGE connects four key areas:

Enterprise & Innovation
Business, Tax & Legal Expertise
Talent & Skills
Partnerships & Impact

Professor Fatima Annan-Diab, Vice-Provost (Business) and Executive Dean of RDSBL, thanked colleagues, students, partners and guests for coming together, and for the support that continues to shape RDSBL’s work and impact.

A proud moment for RDSBL as we continue building stronger connections between students, businesses, organisations and communities.

07/10/2026

Tonight we celebrated a proud moment for RDSBL, as the School was awarded the 2026 Business School Impact System Label from EFMD Global and officially launched FORGE.

The evening recognised the School’s wider economic, social, academic and community impact, with BSIS assessing more than 130 indicators across seven dimensions of impact. RDSBL now joins around 100 business schools across 30 countries to have achieved this recognition.

RDSBL's Professor Fatima Annan-Diab, Vice-Provost (Business) and Executive Dean, reflected on the collective effort behind this recognition, thanking staff, colleagues, students, partners and the wider community whose support has helped make this possible. She also spoke about RDSBL’s continued commitment to building on this work and striving to make the School even better for everyone it serves.

Professor Hassan Abdalla, Provost, reflected on the significance of the recognition and the future direction of the School, highlighting three priorities for the next phase: Distinctiveness, Growth and Student Success, and Civic Impact.

Howard Dawber OBE, Deputy Mayor of London for Business and Growth, spoke about how opportunity is forged through partnership, bringing together students, businesses and stakeholders. He also shared how proud he is to be associated with RDSBL and its work in East London.

Professor Debbie Leighton, BSIS Senior Adviser at EFMD, shared her reflections on what stood out during the BSIS process, highlighting the strength of RDSBL’s engagement across the School and with its wider partners and community.

The evening also marked the official launch of FORGE. Led by RDSBL, FORGE brings together business and legal expertise, services and student talent from across UEL, creating new opportunities for collaboration, enterprise and impact.

A proud evening for RDSBL, our partners and everyone who contributes to the School’s growing impact.

07/10/2026

RDSBL’s Nusrit Mehtab, Criminal Justice academic and former Metropolitan Police Superintendent, joined Channel 5 News and a Sky News panel to discuss proposals to reconsider the long-standing ban on supporters drinking alcohol in view of the pitch at football matches.

Proud to see our academics sharing their expertise and professional experience. 👏

07/10/2026

Celebrate Black History Month with us at RDSBL 🙌

Join us for If You Were Me and I Were You: SUPERORGANIC Presents Made In Newham - A Story of Past, Present & Possibility, delivered by Alain ‘Fusion’ Clapham FRSA, also known as The Transformative Storyteller.

Expect an interactive session exploring storytelling, spoken word, identity, culture, resilience and belonging, with space to listen, reflect and take part.

📍 USS Campus, USG.13
🗓 Thursday 8 October
⏰ 12:00 - 15:00

Hosted by the RDSBL Noon Centre and organised by Dr Doirean Wilson BEM.

Come along, enjoy the occasion and be part of the conversation.

06/10/2026

Business School of the Year finalist. That’s us! 🎉

But there’s a bigger story behind the shortlisting: students working with real clients, founders building businesses and opportunities reaching beyond campus.

Swipe to see what’s driving us forward → Over the coming weeks, you’ll meet some of the people behind it.

06/10/2026

RDSBL’s Dr Michael Reynolds, Senior Lecturer in Law, recently attended the London Conference on International Law, where he joined conversations with leading lawyers, academics and delegates from across the international legal community.

During the conference, Dr Reynolds met Diego Moreno, Judge of the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, following discussions around environmental law, human rights, climate change and the role of courts in responding to urgent global challenges.

He also met Professor Philippe Sands KC, from University College London and Harvard Law School, whose work continues to shape important conversations in international law, justice and human rights.

These moments reflect Dr Reynolds’ continued engagement with international legal scholarship, arbitration and global legal debate.

For our students, these kinds of academic and professional connections matter. They help bring live international legal debates into the classroom, creating space for students to engage with real-world issues, ask questions and connect their learning with the challenges shaping law and society today.

Address

University Way London
London
E162RD

Website

https://www.uel.ac.uk/about/school-of-business-and-law

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Royal Docks School of Business and Law at UEL posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Want your university to be the top-listed university in London?

Royal Docks School of Business and Law at UEL

09/10/2026

09/10/2026

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

07/10/2026

07/10/2026

07/10/2026

07/10/2026

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

Address

Website

Alerts

Shortcuts

Share

Category

Listing takedown request