Future of Work (FOW) research themes
We are interested in the evolution of work and workplaces in response to new technologies, practices and workers.
Future of Work (FOW) research centre
We are a group of researchers exploring how work is changing, and will continue to change, with new technologies, attitudes and ways of working.
Research and publications
We use new forms of data analysis to explore how the future of jobs will unfold. Read about our research themes and publications.
Future of Work (FOW) publications
Journal and conference papers from our members.
Who we are
FOW is made up of faculty members and PhD students from the School of Management, as well as visiting professors.
Future of Work (FOW) research centre
The research centre brings together world-renowned researchers from the School of Management with a shared interest in the future of work.
Commentary and insights
Research, analysis and news
Hunting for leadership
Nancy Harding reflects on the ongoing scholarly attempts to develop a definitive theory of leadership.
Why workplaces in China should be proactive in the fight for LGBT+ equality
Ivy Wong and Dr Luke Fletcher explore the reality of LGBT+ equality in Chinese workplaces
#BreakTheBias: Why are there so few female software engineers?
Nancy Harding examines the world of coding, asking why there are so few women software engineers
How can organisations promote the inclusion of transgender and non-binary people in the workplace?
Luke Fletcher and Rosa Marvell explore allyship as a promising framework that can promote the inclusion of transgender and non-binary people in the workplace.
LGBT+ workers experience higher levels of conflict at work, shows new report
The CIPD report, co-authored by Dr Luke Fletcher, reveals lower levels of psychological safety and lower job satisfaction for LGBT+ workers
Why self-care is key to your work performance
Yasin Rofcanin and Mireia Las Heras's latest study explored leadership behaviours and found the role of self-care to be pivotal
Impact and engagement
Find out about our work with practitioners and policy-makers, and how we're influencing the world around us
Research4Good - making a positive difference through management research
Our research improves people’s lives. It enhances our community. It strengthens our economy. It contributes to a better world. It’s Research4Good.
Dr Stefanie Gustafsson speaks to SME leaders on the future of work
Stefanie Gustafsson was part of panel on the future of work to regional SME business leaders.
Dr Stefanie Gustafsson advises government on the future of work
Stefanie Gustafsson did a presentation on the future of work post pandemic to the Department of International Trade.
Collaboration and opportunities
Find out about doing a PhD with us.
Choosing the Future of Work (FOW) research centre for your doctorate
Find out about applying for a PhD at FOW, including what kind of students we accept and how you can find funding and supervisors.
About us
The unstoppable growth of globalisation, the virtualisation of organisations, the platforms they operate on, and the changing values of workers: a new world is being created around us.
The Future of Work research centre examines how work is changing, and will change, in response to these trends. We conduct original research into work trends and dynamics and collaborate with academics and practitioners to unpick what work and workers will look like in the future.
Contact us
Contact us for more information or to discuss studying or collaborating with us.