Edith Cowan University
Master of Business (Research)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis degree is designed to provide advanced, research-based studies in theoretical and applied areas of business.
Students may choose from the following disciplines: Accounting, Economics, Event Management, Finance, Hospitality Management, Leisure Science, Management, Marketing, Management Information Systems, Planning, Recreation Management, Sport Management or Tourism Management.
The course aims to extend understandings of knowledge in the discipline area alongside knowledge of research methods in business. Students will undertake a significant independent research investigation resulting in a thesis that will have relevance to business.
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Research) Award.
Delivery mode
Edith Cowan University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Academic admission requirements (Band 8) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Bachelor degree in Business with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 percent or higher OR
- Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; OR
- Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Master of Business (Research) will prepare you for the following roles.
Academic Researcher
Academic researchers are degree-qualified professionals who are curious about the world and seek to expand the body of knowledge in their chosen fi...
Business Analyst
A Business Analyst examines systems and processes within an organisation and comes up with solutions to improve business performance. You might ana...
Market Research Analyst
A Market Research Analyst studies market conditions to help organisations understand potential sales of a product or service. You might work in var...
Operations Research Analyst
An Operations Research Analyst uses mathematical modelling and analytical methods to help organisations solve complex problems and make better deci...
About Edith Cowan University
Edith Cowan University (ECU) provides the ideal learning environment for people who want to graduate world ready.
Located in Western Australia, our industry-relevant teaching and research, supportive study environment and award-winning facilities enable ECU students to do more than just survive in this world – they thrive in it.
Established in 1991, ECU took the opportunity to reshape the way higher education is delivered in a distinctive and inspiring campus environment.
ECU courses are developed in consultation with industry, and teaching staff have extensive industry experience and networks. It's why ECU students can expect work integrated learning placement opportunities, fieldwork, practicums and networking events as part of their studies.
This approach has been rewarded with five-star ratings for undergraduate teaching quality over the past 16 years, along with consistently high ratings for overall education experience, skills development, student support and learning resources, as reported in the Good Universities Guide .
ECU's world-class research strives to make a difference to the community in Western Australia and beyond. ECU focuses on working with our communities, business and government organizations to solve real-world problems.
The University was named after Edith Dircksey Cowan, the first woman to be elected to an Australian Parliament. Her life was dedicated to the belief that education was the key to growth, change and improvement in society.
Her example informs ECU's values ??as we pride ourselves in developing capable graduates who lead engaged and productive lives in the communities in which they live and work.
