Engagement, Partnerships and International

Fostering enduring mission-driven partnerships in education and research: business, government and law engagement that leads to better societies

At the Faculty of Business, Government and Law, long-standing partnerships with governments, community organisations, and international institutions are essential to support our mission of “working with governments and for society,” fostering mutually beneficial outcomes.

Central to this approach is our multidisciplinary team at BGL, which brings together diverse expertise from business, law, economics, and public policy to address complex government and societal issues. We have established long-lasting partnerships with many countries—such as China, Bhutan, Singapore, Indonesia, and others—and locally, by engaging in practical, real-world activities, resources, and networks that boost teaching, research, and community involvement. We are particularly interested in partnerships with universities who are based in capital cities and have proximity and access to national institutions and governments.

Examples of our research partnerships include partnering with Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia in the area of child and maternal health, and Ningbo University in the area of financial management. We also recently developed the Bright Minds Lab, a high school engagement initiative using economic and marketing theories to design solutions for social problems.

Our partnership and international agenda is strategically aligned to our faculty mission of “working with governments and for society”, with the following priorities:

• Strengthening international partnerships
  Partnering with universities worldwide to deliver offshore programs, articulation pathways, supporting staff and student mobility.

• Co-designing professional development programs with global partners
  Developing joint professional development programs with international institutions, building on existing and new collaborations and our areas of expertise.

• Collaborating with industry and community for social impact
  Deepening our engagement with industry and community stakeholders to co-create teaching and research that is impactful and relevant.

• Expanding purpose-driven experiential learning
  Broadening our internship and work-integrated learning opportunities to equip students with practical, career-ready skills that enable working in government or for society.

• Building stronger connections with the BGL community
  Increasing engagement with the broader BGL community—adjuncts, alumni, and partners—by creating more opportunities for (re) connection with students and involvement in BGL events.

The faculty is committed to establishing and nurturing impactful partnerships that reflect our mission of “working with governments and for society.” Through strategic collaboration with governments, community organisations, industry, and international institutions, we create meaningful opportunities to contribute to business, social justice, and improved governance. Our multidisciplinary expertise, global perspective, and strong community connections enable us to tackle complex societal challenges while enhancing the student experience and advancing the public good, closely aligning with the overall University of Canberra's strategy.