Robert A. Phillips

Dr Robert A. Phillips, Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester

Robert is a senior lecturer in entrepreneurship at Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester. He has a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Southampton and an M.Sc. in Biotechnology from University College London. He has worked with a range of startups and larger corporates and his current research includes student entrepreneurship and crowdfunding.

Robert's recent articles

How Can Entrepreneurs Overcome A Fear of Failure For Startup Success?
Entrepreneurship is one of the lesser roads traveled by MBA grads. Around 10% start their own ventures after b-school but could fear of failure be holding more back?
April 14, 2025 10:00
What Is Social Enterprise And How Can You Get Ready To Work In This Sector?
Students interested in working in the social enterprise sector can explore this at business school, says Dr Robert A. Phillips of Alliance Manchester Business School
October 21, 2024 00:00
6 Reasons Why MBA Students Should Enter B-School Competitions
Entering a business school competition during your MBA can help you build entrepreneurial experience—and get feedback on a startup idea
March 29, 2023 12:00
You Don’t Need An MBA To Become An Entrepreneur—But It Helps
Dr Robert Phillips, senior lecturer in entrepreneurship at Alliance Manchester Business School, explains why doing an MBA can help you become an entrepreneur
April 5, 2022 11:40