The College of Business and Economics produces world-class research across its diverse discipline areas. We collaborate with institutions and governments around the world to translate our research into tangible outcomes that help society and business. Our focus is always on robust and relevant research that contributes to both theory and practice.
Find out about our people, publications, and research projects within each of the four CBE research schools below.
Latest news
The common root: how unequal earnings could be fuelling racial wealth and crime disparities
New ANU research suggests that racial wealth and crime gaps in the United States share a common driver, and how understanding this connection could lead to better policymaking.
3MT: Behind the mask
Taking the win at the CBE 3MT competition, Subashini Weerakotuwa brings focus to the alienation of Sri Lankan lesbian women in the workplace.
Why women rarely lead executive boards and how ANU research could change this
Professor Tracy Wang is pushing Australia to rethink how company board directors are chosen and why women remain underrepresented.
Gender pay gap regulation: from transparency to accountability
Reforms to Australia’s Workplace Gender Equality Act give the public new pay gap data. Intermediaries welcome the changes, but emphasise the law needs stronger compliance measures to drive real progress.
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Latest HDR student news
3MT: Behind the mask
Taking the win at the CBE 3MT competition, Subashini Weerakotuwa brings focus to the alienation of Sri Lankan lesbian women in the workplace.
Centres and Labs
The College is home to many specialised Centres and Labs that dive deep into research questions and offer bespoke research and learning opportunities.
Partner with us
We are committed to working in partnership with business, government and not-for-profit organisations, to achieve real-world impacts. Our goal is to create a competitive advantage for our partner organisations.
PhD and MPhil degrees
Join a vibrant research community at the ANU College of Business and Economics. Discover our Higher Degree by Research programs, available disciplines, admission requirements, scholarships, and the academic support available throughout your research journey.