Research Courses
Curtin Business School actively conducts research that is expanding the frontiers of knowledge in the business environment.
A higher degree by research is a program at Master's or Doctoral level in which at least two-thirds of the study program involves research. Although some coursework may be required to be completed, a higher degree by research generally does not follow a structure of lectures, tutorials, assessment items and examinations. Instead, the main part of a research degree is in the form of a thesis written under the guidance of a supervisor and other thesis committee members. Different Schools may require some coursework units to be completed.
Higher degrees by research students form a close relationship with their supervisor and research projects can last several years. To apply for a higher degree by research - either at Master or Doctoral level - a proposed course of study will need to be approved by the Faculty Graduate Studies Committee.
Master's by Research
The Business School offers a range of Master's by Research Programs in the different disciplines:
Master of Philosophy (Accounting)
Master of Philosophy (Business Administration)
Master of Philosophy (Business Law)
Master of Philosophy (Economics and Finance)
Master of Philosophy (Management)
Master of Philosophy (Marketing)
Master of Philosophy (Property)
Master of Philosophy (Public Relations)
Master of Philosophy (Information Systems)
Master of Philosophy (Public Policy)
Master of Philosophy (Mineral Economics)
Master of Philosophy (Rural Management)
Find out about Curtin's admission requirements for the Master's by Research programs.
A research and coursework doctoral candidate will undertake a program comprising at least two-thirds research culminating in a thesis. The coursework components are aimed at enhancing professional practice.
Doctor of Business Administration
The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) is the highest university award given in the field of business administration. The course is run at the Curtin Graduate School of Business.
Doctoral Programs: Doctor of Philosophy
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidate completes a program of research culminating in a substantial thesis. Some courses have a compulsory coursework component.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible to enrol in either the Doctor of Business Administration or Doctor of Philosophy, you will need to satisfy the entry criteria for Doctoral and Master's Research Degrees.
