About us

The School of Economics and Finance is home to a vibrant community of internationally recognised scholars whose expertise spans economics, finance and property economics. Our school's mission is to deliver research-based teaching that delivers real-world, current curricula to our students.

Our academics contribute to a dynamic research culture that fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, networking and academic mentorship. Many of our staff lead and participate in prominent research centres across the university, strengthening QUT's broader research ecosystem.

Our research excellence is enhanced through our strong links with leading academic, government and public sector partners and includes strengths in:

  • econometrics (with applications both in economics and finance)
  • environmental economics
  • behavioural and experimental economics
  • corporate finance
  • asset pricing
  • property management and finance.

Why QUT

QUT Business School is Australia's first business school with triple international accreditation. Less than 1% of all business schools globally have achieved triple accreditation, and we’re proud to be part of this distinguished group.

Our accreditation status is recognised globally as an indicator of excellence. This allows us to provide exclusive access to a global network of top-ranking universities for exchange opportunities and international recognition of our credentials for alumni looking to advance their career overseas.

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Economics and finance for the real world

Student managed investment fund

The QUT Student Managed Investment Fund is designed to provide our students with hands-on experience in managing a real investment portfolio.

Established in 2018, the fund provides unparalleled practical learning experiences for students by cementing the theories learned in class through immediate real-world applications.

QUT Business School and donations from external donors fund the QUT Student Managed Investment Fund.

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Centres and facilities

ARC Training Centre for Behavioural Insights for Technology and Adoption (BITA)

BITA unites industry, government, and leading researchers to tackle societal challenges through expertise in behavioural economics, social marketing, and psychology. We develop innovative solutions, advance research, and deliver training that connects theory with practical application.

Bloomberg Lab

The Bloomberg Lab houses our student managed investment fund technology, which allows finance students to harness hands-on experience building a real investment portfolio.

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Our experts

Professor Adam Clements
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Head of School
Division / Faculty
School of Economics & Finance
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Banking, finance and investment
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Professor Anup Basu
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Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Economics & Finance
Research field
Banking, finance and investment
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Professor Louisa Coglan
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Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Economics & Finance
Research field
Applied economics
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Professor Pedro Gomis-Porqueras
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Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Economics & Finance
Research fields
Applied economics
Economic theory
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Professor Viet Ngu Hoang
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Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Economics & Finance
Research fields
Applied economics
Other economics
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Professor Janice How
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Professor
Division / Faculty
School of Economics & Finance
Research field
Banking, finance and investment
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Influencers who frequently switch between emotions during livestreams may attract more likes and comments, but they are likely to sell fewer products, according to new research from QUT.

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24 Jun 2026

Global Innovation Challenge shoots for the business of sport

International university students are visiting Brisbane this week for the 2026 Global Innovation Challenge (GIC) at QUT to learn from Australian sport and education experts, including netball and cricket bosses.

Future You Summit asks teens: Who do you want to become?
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Future You Summit asks teens: Who do you want to become?

They’re young and have the world at their feet … but the big question for the 305 teenagers from 148 regional and city high schools attending the 2026 QUT Future You Summit is: Who do you want to become?

Google’s Melanie Silva explores future of work at QUT Business Leaders’ Forum
12 Jun 2026

Google’s Melanie Silva explores future of work at QUT Business Leaders’ Forum

Google Australia and New Zealand Vice President and Managing Director Melanie Silva joined business and community leaders in Brisbane today for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of technology and the skills organisations will need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Queenslander! Max balances Origin selection with final uni studies
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Queenslander! Max balances Origin selection with final uni studies

It’s not every day a QUT student has to ask for an exam deferment because of NRL duties and a State of Origin call-up. But versatile Dolphins utility Max Plath has become an expert at balancing footy and study.

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