the master of research (business) degree is a two-year course that will develop students' research capabilities, expose them to the latest thinking in their chosen field or discipline, and immerse them in a research project of their own. this course is a pathway to a research-focused career in industry and offers a gateway to the phd in business and law for those who want to pursue an academic career. 

in the first year of the master of research (business) students will complete research training coursework units, covering the research thought process, research methods and the current state of theory in their chosen field or discipline.

the second year is devoted to a major research project on a question of interest to the student (subject to supervisor approval) and includes a research proposal and research dissertation/thesis.