The Master of Business Research equips students with knowledge and skills to identify a gap in scholarly literature, utilise advanced business research methods, and present a detailed research proposal. Through independent research, students identify, investigate, and address a complex challenge in their area of business. Students present findings, demonstrating an original contribution the business sector.

Graduates of the Master of Research may find employment in executive leadership and senior management roles in a relevant occupational field, such as business and industry, entrepreneurial start-ups, not-for-profit organisations, public sector departments, and educational institutions that require skills in research and critical thinking. Additionally, graduates may choose to progress to a doctoral program.

Core Coursework Units
RS601 Critical Review of Business Literature
RS701 Business Research Fundamentals
RS703 Advanced Business Research Methods
RS705 Business Research Proposal
RS711 Business Research Thesis

Completion of an AQF Level 7 or above (or equivalent) in a relevant business field with a minimum GPA of 4.5 (using a 7.0-point scale)

IELTS of 6.5, with a score of not less than 6.0 in any of the four skill areas, or equivalent

Full time: 2 Years
Part time: 4 Years

• Critically review and interpret concepts and theories related to original business research
• Critically evaluate and apply appropriate research methods to provide original solutions to business challenges
• Work independently to integrate responsible and ethical decision making in business research
• Propose and articulate solutions to transfer complex knowledge and creative ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences
• Autonomously plan and execute an externally graded research thesis that makes a creative and original contribution to the field of business

International students : A$15,000/Semester 
Domestic students : A$12,000/Semester