‘Struggling’ tax system under spotlight

Headshot of Griffith's Brett Freudenberg, with Griffith logo partly in background.
Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics
Published
The politics of tax and how it may be stifling positive tax reform in Australia and further afield will be explored at a leading national forum on tax research to be hosted by Griffith University. Offshore tax evasion, tax literacy, superannuation funding and the effectiveness of vehicle taxation in reducing emissions will be among a […]

Standards set for economics degrees

Graduation setting with group of gradands in auditorium wearing mortar board and gown.
Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics
Published
New academic standards for degrees in economics have been endorsed by the Australian Business Deans Council, establishing minimum learning outcomes for graduates of economics programs in Australia. The learning standards provide benchmarks that institutions can use in evaluating existing programs and developing new programs. Read final report here. They have been developed by a working […]

Industry opportunity for real estate students

Waist-up image of Griffith graduate Jessica van Rooyen in bright coloured dress.
Department of Tourism, Sport and Hotel Management
Published
Real estate and property development students at Griffith will have the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience through a new link with Oliver Hume Real Estate Group. The innovative project involves a $2500 cash bursary provided by Oliver Hume, a six-month paid internship with the organisation and a $1500 involvement in the industry study tour […]