Business Research in Practice | Federation University

BUMGT6982 Business Research in Practice

In this course students' will gain an overview of business research approaches and methodologies where students apply quantitative and qualitative methods relevant for understanding and/or solving business challenges and problems. The premise of this course is, the knowledge of research methodology and helps research consumers (e.g., managers, business consultants, entrepreneurs) evaluate research and make informed decisions, and hence this course takes an applied approach, with a focus on interpreting both qualitative and quantitative data. In addition, research ethics and project management is introduced. The key learning strategies include interactive group work, skills development workshops, practice exercises and case studies.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).

2026 contribution amount* $2,175
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $1,703

^ If you are a continuing student who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.

* For Psychology and Social Work bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. To find out more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. To find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule visit our fees website.

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