Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics
Griffith Asia Institute supports APEC policy dialogue on the role of central bank digital currencies in financial Inclusion
The term ‘central bank digital currency’ or CBDC is an over-arching phrase currently used to describe a wide variety of potential future digital currencies. A unifying definition of a CBDC is not straightforward because it can be designed to deliver multiple functions and purposes. The potential implementation of a CBDC is currently being explored, to […]
Alumni
Griffith alumni take their seats in new ALP Government
Growing up in Logan, newly appointed Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers said he only had a ‘vague’ idea about what he wanted to do with his life when he decided to study at Griffith.
Department of Business Strategy and Innovation
Griffith welcomes Ambassador of Uruguay to discuss intergenerational practice
Griffith University was delighted to host Her Excellency the Ambassador of Uruguay, Dianela Pi at their Nathan campus on Tuesday 24 May. Griffith University was represented by Professor Peter Binks, Vice President of Engagement, Professor Fabrizio Carmignani, Pro Vice Chancellor of Griffith Business School, and the Dean of Engagement GBS, Professor Ruth McPhail, along with […]
Griffith Asia Institute
Griffith signs MOU with ADBI to progress inclusive growth and development programs
The Asian Development Bank Institute (ADBI) and Griffith University’s Griffith Asia Institute (GAI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to cooperate on economic development research and capacity building in Asia and the Pacific. Each institution brings a depth of expertise and regional networks which will be leveraged to enhance outcomes across a variety of […]
Business and government
Centre for Applied Energy Economics and Policy Research launch
Griffith Business School is excited to announce the establishment of the Centre for Applied Energy Economics and Policy Research (CAEEPR). Vice Chancellor and President Professor Carolyn Evans conducted the official launch of the Centre on Wednesday,10 November with Professor Paul Simshauser AM, member of the GBS Strategic Advisory Board and Griffith Professor of Economics, who provided an overview of CAEEPR objectives, goals and […]
Alumni
New scholarship to support students with disabilities
Students with disabilities are set to be supported through a new scholarship started by a Griffith Business School alumnus.
Business and government
The next generation of Asia-Pacific capable students
The Griffith Asia Business Internships Program or 'GABI', started in early November, with 40 students kickstarting careers and establishing professional networks in the Asia-Pacific region.
Business and government
Student leaders project sparks joy in the community
Student leaders from Griffith Business School have sparked joy with deliveries of care packages for members of the Brisbane community suffering from alzheimers and dementia.
Business and government
Grant ensures free Griffith Tax Clinic continues
Griffith University has been awarded $100,000 to continue a popular free community tax service in time for the end of the 2020-21 Financial Year.
Alumni
Griffith Olympians chart course for MBA success
Olympians Jess Fox and Alyce Wood have a thing or two in common. Both Griffith students are Tokyo-bound, destined to represent Australia at events on the water.
Alumni
Griffith alumni inspire young girls to dream big
A social enterprise collaboration between Griffith alumni is breaking down gender stereotypes in early childhood.
Alumni
Afterpay acquires Griffith graduate’s burgeoning business
Australian financial tech behemoth Afterpay has marked its expansion into Asia with the acquisition of a company founded by Griffith graduate Jamie Camidge.
Arts Education Law
Nine students net New Colombo Plan Scholarships
A remarkable group of Griffith University undergraduate students have been named as 2021 New Colombo Plan scholars.
Business and government
Professor Caitlin Byrne named AIIA Fellow
Griffith Asia Institute Director Professor Caitlin Byrne has been selected as a Fellow of the Australian Institute of International Affairs for 2020.
Business and government
Griffith leads global 2020 Better World MBA rankings
Griffith Business School’s full-time MBA program has been ranked number one overall in the Corporate Knights 2020 Better World MBA Ranking.
Business and government
Leaders shy on climate change and sustainable jobs
Both major parties have been reluctant to tackle issues like climate change and sustainable long-term employment opportunities during the Queensland state election campaign, a Griffith University political expert believes.
Business and government
Minor parties jockey for position in pandemic-era election
Minor parties may benefit as COVID impacts voter preferences at this month's Queensland election.
Business and government
Meet Lord Mayor’s Multicultural Business Scholarship winner Gabriella Willson
Gabriella Willson hadn’t applied for scholarships previously because she didn’t think she had what it took to win. Now she’s the proud recipient of the Lord Mayor’s Multicultural Business Scholarship for Griffith University.