School of Business

Who we are

Our vision as School of Business is to be a driving force of change for a just, prosperous, and sustainable future in our communities.Our mission is to provide transformative education and lifelong learning opportunities that empower individuals to pursue their aspirations. Our research drives innovative solutions to societal challenges both locally and globally.

In pursuing our vision and mission, we uphold the University’s values of respect, integrity and excellence and we further commit to:

• Collaboration: Fostering a culture of teamwork, inclusivity, ethical conduct, and partnership to leverage diverse perspectives, achieve shared goals, and ensure trust and credibility in our actions

• Advocacy: Championing fairness, equality, and the welfare of individuals, communities, and the environment.

• Empowerment: Nurturing the potential of individuals, fostering personal and professional growth, and prioritising a student-centred and stakeholder-centred approach to teaching and research.

• Sustainability: Creating resilient, forward-thinking solutions that support thriving communities, equitable opportunities, and a resilient environment, thereby safeguarding the integrity and vitality of all interconnected aspects of society

What we do

The School's vision comes to life through the collective efforts of a committed group of expert staff from a diverse range of disciplinary backgrounds.

We offer undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees enriched with co-created industry learning opportunities that prepares students for the future of work (which is now).

UniSQ Business graduates are equipped to be critical, creative thinkers; ethical, engaged professionals; effective communicators and collaborators; and employable enterprising professionals. Lead by Program Directors who care deeply about the learning outcomes of students, dedicated staff lead and inspire students in their career pursuits.

Through the use of real world and compelling examples, student knowledge and application is tested and extended. Students are prepared for the future of work with embedded enterprise skills, known to be greatly sought after by industry.

The School of Business plays an active role in working with community partners, focusing on academic programs and undertaking applied research that is relevant to community priorities. Our research and work with community partners, contributes to the University vision of being an innovative, student-focused, connected and forward-thinking University, that creates a better future through excellence in learning and teaching, and research.

Our impressive UniSQ School of Business Advisory Board has distinguished, industry leaders who co-create the industry focused learning experiences of our UniSQ School of Business.

The School of Business encourages a quality research culture for both its researchers and postgraduate research students. High quality research training and development programs enhance the scholarship potential and expertise of researchers and research students.

A number of academic staff in the School were acclaimed for world leading research in:

• Economics and Business
• Health Economics and Health Informatics
• Data and Text Mining and Machine and Deep Learning
• Entrepreneurship and Economic Development
• Accounting, and
• Finance.

Our research is showcased through UniSQ's Institute for Resilient Regions and Centre for Health Research.