Master of Research in Business
Equip yourself for advanced academic research and industry leadership with Macquarie University's Master of Research in Business.
Best for:Best for aspiring PhD candidates and business professionals seeking rigorous postgraduate research training.
Overview
The Master of Research in Business at Macquarie University is a unique postgraduate research training degree designed to prepare students for doctoral studies or high-level non-academic careers. Under the mentorship of field experts, candidates specialize in research preparation and focus on a specific sub-discipline topic to deliver a substantial 20,000-word thesis. The program builds foundational expertise across vital business domains such as global development, corporate social responsibility, financial inclusion, and poverty reduction. Students receive rigorous methodological and analytical training that serves as a direct pathway to completing a PhD within three years.
What you'll do
- Specialize in advanced research preparation under the guidance of expert mentors
- Investigate a specific research topic at the sub-discipline level within business and accounting
- Conduct independent literature reviews and data collection as required by the chosen topic
- Write and successfully defend a 20,000-word research thesis
Requirements
Degree required: An AQF 8 or higher award (Bachelor Honours, Graduate Diploma, Master by coursework) from a recognised institution in a related field of study or equivalent
Degree offered: Master of Research
Language: A high level of English language proficiency
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated academic background in a related field of study
- Strong foundation in research methodologies and academic writing
- Ability to undertake independent project planning and execution
- Applicants with Macquarie University qualifications from 2020 onwards require a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 overall
- All other applicants require a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.25/7 overall
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Review the course requirements and eligibility criteria on the official university portal. Submit your application online through the Macquarie University course page with all required academic transcripts and proof of English proficiency.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency
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