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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 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2026 > 05

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 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2026 > 05

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 School of Business and Law educators recognised in national teaching awards

Thursday, 26 February 2026 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2026 > 02

Three ECU School of Business and Law educators have been recognised in the 2025 Australian Awards for University Teaching (AAUT), receiving national Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning as part of award-winning teams.

School of Business and Law wraps up first Orientation Week at ECU City

Friday, 20 February 2026 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2026 > 02

ECU School of Business and Law has welcomed its first cohort of students to the University’s new City Campus, marking a milestone Orientation Week.

ECU research to support sheep industry transition with Federal grant

Wednesday, 04 February 2026

A team of researchers from the School of Business and Law have been awarded a grant to support diversifying markets for the Australian sheep industry.

ECU School of Business and Law reaches the global top 250 in Times Higher Education rankings

Friday, 23 January 2026 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2026 > 01

Edith Cowan University’s School of Business and Law has soared to the top 201–250 global rankings for Business and Economics in the latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026, marking a major step forward on the international stage.

A Taste of Tomorrow: ECU Academics Explore the Future of Food Tourism in 2075

Wednesday, 14 January 2026 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2026 > 01

What will food tourism look like in 2075? A new, award-winning publication co-edited by academics from the ECU School of Business and Law envisions a future with AI-powered chefs, zero-carbon dining experiences, and food journeys designed to immerse travellers in culture rather than just cuisine.

From campus to Canberra: ECU student project shapes national freight policy

Thursday, 04 December 2025 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2025 > 12

A team of ECU School of Business and Law students have taken their classroom project all the way to the Productivity Commission, contributing directly to a submission on the future of electric freight vehicles in Australia.

ECU researchers named national field leaders in The Australian’s 2025 Research Magazine

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2025 > 11

ECU School of Business and Law (SBL) academics have been recognised among Australia’s top research experts, with three scholars named national field leaders in The Australian’s 2025 Research Magazine.

ECU researchers join national ARC project to boost human capabilities in a digital world

Friday, 14 November 2025 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2025 > 11

ECU School of Business and Law is celebrating a major research outcome, with SBL academics named Chief Investigators on a newly funded Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Project led by Curtin University.

ECU School of Business and Law Researchers Recognised Among Top 2% of Scientists in the World

Wednesday, 12 November 2025 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2025 > 11

Eight respected researchers from ECU School of Business and Law have been honoured in the recently released 2025 Stanford/Elsevier global Top 2% Scientist lists. This a prestigious recognition of their outstanding contributions across their respective fields, placing them among the world’s top scientific minds.

ECU students “clear standout” at 2025 CFA Research Challenge Perth

Monday, 03 November 2025 Schools > Business and Law > News and events > News > 2025 > 11

Four Accounting and Finance students from ECU School of Business and Law have achieved outstanding success at this year’s Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) Research Challenge Perth final, placing runner-up and earning high praise from industry judges.

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