Research Centres Research Centres provide knowledge leadership in specific areas. Centre for Diversity Policy Research and Practice >> A cross-institutional centre which specialises in inter-disciplinary research and knowledge exchange on equality, diversity and inclusion in organisations, the economy and society. Its work spans gender issues in the workplace, work-life balance, age discrimination and extending working lives, LGBT, religion or belief, social mobility and human rights. International Centre for Coaching and Mentoring Studies >> A world-class centre for coaching and mentoring with a vision of robust, effective, professional coaching and mentoring practice making a real difference to the lives people lead. Research Centre for Business, Society and Global Challenges >> Addressing core questions in today’s societies, from refugee entrepreneurship, human rights in businesses, sustainable tourism and consumption, markets and inequality, to security, digitalisation, and the changing world of work and organisations.