Research activity

The Faculty of Business and Law is proud of its research achievements and is committed to continuing its high quality and innovative applied research. We engage collaboratively with strategic partners who provide an in-depth understanding of particular issues, to enable research academics to contribute unique expertise and research methodology.

Research in the faculty is driven by a desire to solve issues with research outcomes that have innovative and practical application in the real world.

News & Events

  • Burglars look for tell-tale signs a house is empty, such as the lights left on overnight, according to a new study by ECU’s Dr Natalie Gately

    Inside the mind of a burglar

    Burglars are opportunistic and know all the tricks householders try to use as deterrents, according to a new study.

  • ECU reserachers investigated why resources companies are using 457 business visas

    Moving to WA akin to going overseas

    ECU research has found cost of living, social isolation and remote jobs are reasons eastern states workers are avoiding the resources industry.


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Research and Higher Degrees Office

The Office of Research and Higher Degrees oversees the research activities and research students within the Faculty of Business and Law.

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Research links and partnerships

The Faculty of Business and Law is committed to expanding its local, national and international research links. Our researchers work in collaboration with businesses, other Universities, industry bodies and government on innovative applied and theoretical research studies.

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Research projects

The Faculty of Business and Law produces important research work in a wide range of fields and disciplines. Most staff are associated with one or more of the research programs.

Research skills support

The Faculty of Business and Law has a strong commitment to providing both staff and students with the support they need to undertake their research activities.