Both inside the business school and the larger university community, Durham University Business School offers a lively student life. Numerous societies, a robust collegiate system, and an emphasis on both intellectual and personal growth are all advantageous to students. Students have access to financing for conferences and specialized training, as well as individualized training and professional development programs. Students participate in broader university and community activities, contributing to the department's principles and culture. From volunteering and student entrepreneurship to sports and music, more than 200 Student Union societies serve a wide range of interests.