Master of Business by Research in Economics, Finance and Marketing
A research-focused master’s programme combining advanced business analysis with specialised study in economics, finance, and marketing.
Best for:Best for graduates with a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, or related fields who have prior research experience and seek to specialise in advanced business research.
Overview
This Master of Business by Research programme at RMIT University offers students the opportunity to develop advanced research skills in economics, finance, and marketing. It is designed for graduates with a strong academic background who wish to pursue independent research while gaining expertise in critical analysis, knowledge synthesis, and effective communication of findings. The programme is ideal for those aiming to contribute to academic or industry research, or transition into high-level business roles. Applicants must demonstrate prior research experience and a commitment to rigorous inquiry within their chosen field. The curriculum emphasises both theoretical depth and practical application, preparing graduates for diverse career paths in research, policy, or leadership.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research in economics, finance, or marketing under academic supervision.
- Develop advanced skills in critical analysis, knowledge synthesis, and effective communication of research findings.
- Develop and execute a research project that contributes new insights to the field.
- Engage with academic literature and contribute to scholarly discourse through research outputs.
- Present research findings in a structured thesis format and defend the work in a viva voce examination.
- Collaborate with faculty members to refine research questions and methodologies.
Requirements
Degree required: A bachelor’s degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours, including a research component (e.g., thesis, research projects, or methodology courses) comprising at least 25% of a full-time academic year. Alternatively, evidence of equivalent academic qualifications or experience demonstrating research potential.
Degree offered: Master of Business by Research
Language: English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, or TOEFL 90, or equivalent).
Instruction: English
- Proven academic excellence with a credit average in the final year of undergraduate studies.
- Experience with research methodologies, including thesis writing or research projects.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to synthesise complex information and communicate findings effectively.
- Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree with honours or equivalent qualifications.
- Research component in the bachelor’s degree must constitute at least 25% of full-time study.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions, but English proficiency is mandatory.
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Applicants must submit an online application through RMIT’s official research programme portal. Required documents include a CV, academic transcripts, a research proposal, and proof of English proficiency. Shortlisted candidates may be required to provide additional materials or attend an interview.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent)
- Research proposal outlining the intended project
- Two academic references
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