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.

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19
Oct
2026

RSA graduate wins 2026 AFAANZ Best PhD Award

Dr Simeng Liu, a graduate of the ANU College of Business and Economics (CBE) Research School of Accounting (RSA), has won the 2026 Best PhD Award from the Accounting and Finance Association of Australia and New Zealand (AFAANZ).

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24
Sep
2026

Why do so many organisations fail to implement their strategies?

Professor Ofer Zwikael’s new book is essential reading for leaders trying to turn their strategic vision into impact.

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27
Aug
2026

Breaking the glass ceiling: Research reveals how countries can foster women’s leadership in politics

Women are underrepresented in politics around the world. Addressing this challenge requires governments to strengthen four key accountability mechanisms.

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Gender Pay Gap

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

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19
Oct
2026

RSA graduate wins 2026 AFAANZ Best PhD Award

Dr Simeng Liu, a graduate of the ANU College of Business and Economics (CBE) Research School of Accounting (RSA), has won the 2026 Best PhD Award from the Accounting and Finance Association of Australia and New Zealand (AFAANZ).

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29
Jul
2026

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.

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