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Project management team wins gold

Tuesday, 16 June 2026

A team of Project Management students from the School of Business and Law (SBL) has taken gold at the International Project Management Association (IPMA) Young Crew Australia National Finals, earning the opportunity to represent Australia at the International Project Management Championship (IPMC) 2026 in Athens, later in June.

Struggling to find an electrician or builder? 5 reasons for Australia’s tradie shortage

Friday, 29 May 2026

As the federal budget once again focuses on boosting housing supply, one critical issue keeps resurfacing. Australia does not have enough skilled tradespeople to fix and renovate existing homes, let alone build the new homes being promised.

SBL celebrates student success beyond the classroom

Monday, 25 May 2026

ECU School of Business and Law (SBL) is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of its students well beyond their academic studies. In April, both current students and recent graduates were recognised for their meaningful contributions and industry impact.

Celebrating international contribution to research

Thursday, 21 May 2026

Congratulations Dr Eden Li, from Business Systems and Operations, for being recognised by the International Project Management Association (IPMA) for her contribution to research with “A Dynamic Skills Framework for the Future of Project Management in the Digital Era”.

Research insights to empower more Indigenous students to pursue Higher Ed

Thursday, 07 May 2026

A new ECU study has explored the decision-making process of Indigenous Australian students in pursuing higher education. With Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation a national priority, the research aims to enable universities to attract and retain more Aboriginal students.

Are public sector workers motivated to do the job?

Thursday, 16 April 2026

How motivated is your friendly neighbourhood public servant? Findings from a new study conducted across Australia and New Zealand has discovered that the answer is in their work environment.

ECU Newsroom

Pathways to Success: research highlights the role of high school to university partnerships

ECU-led research has found that ISEPS could be just as effective to get students to university.

Ready for liftoff: ECU students help build satellite bound for space

Students Andrew and Yash describe the experience of working alongside international experts to build a space satellite

A UN report details the 'overwhelming' scale of children killed in Gaza. It raises grave legal questions

A recent UN report has detailed serious allegations of Israel deliberately targeting Palestinian children during the conflict since October 2023.

Upcoming events

TUE
21
JUL

School of Business and Law Undergraduate Online Orientation

Join us for the School of Business and Law Undergraduate Orientation event online! This session is specifically for undergraduate students. Prepare for success in your studies with a session designed just for you. The event will feature: - Student support services - Information about your new school - Meeting your course coordinators - Course information - And much more! You don't want to miss it!
WED
22
JUL

School of Business and Law Postgraduate Online Orientation

Join us for the School of Business and Law Postgraduate Orientation event online! This session is specifically for postgraduate students. Prepare for success in your studies with a session designed just for you. The event will feature: - Student support services - Information about your new school - Meeting your course coordinators - Course information - And much more! You don't want to miss it!

THU
23
JUL

School of Business and Law Undergraduate Orientation

Join us for the School of Business and Law Undergraduate Orientation Day at ECU City! This session is specifically for undergraduate students. Prepare for success in your studies with a day designed just for you. The day will feature: - A fun overview of ECU - Student support services - Study tips - Information about your new school - Meeting your course coordinators - Course information - Free lunch and giveaways - And much more! You don't want to miss it, we can't wait to see you there!

THU
23
JUL

School of Business and Law Postgraduate Orientation

Join us for the School of Business and Law Orientation Event at ECU City! This session is for postgraduate students. Prepare for success in your studies with an event designed just for you. It will commence with a free lunch 12.30-1.30, and then will cover: - Student support services - Information about your new school - Meeting your course coordinators - Course information - Much more! You don't want to miss it, we can't wait to see you there!

SUN
09
AUG

ECU Open Day 2026

Register and scan in on the day for your chance to win a great prize, including a MacBook Air (13”), AirPods Pro 3, Stanley Cup (40oz) and a Skylight Smart Calendar. Prize-winners will be announced after each Open Day. So make sure you attend to have a chance at winning a prize!

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