Our research

Research at Wellington School of Business and Government contributes to more effective government policy and better business practice.

Wellington School of Business and Government makes a significant contribution to knowledge through its research—particularly at the intersection of the public, private, and community sectors. The research activities of our 200 academics and many postgraduate students help build capability and accountability, improve business performance, and contribute to creating a better public sector and society.

Many of our staff are pre-eminent in their fields within New Zealand and have international reputations for the quality of their work.

Meet our researchers

Find out about the industry-leading researchers based at the Wellington School of Business and Government.

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“You don’t own me”—Protecting workers’ right to a private life

Dr Amanda Reilly's research highlights the current gaps and challenges in protecting employees' privacy.
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Family matters

We may not be able to choose our families, but Dr Kate Prickett has chosen to study everything about them.
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Supporting Mātauranga Māori

Associate Professor Jessica Lai’s research is focused on seeing changes to intellectual property law that protect and support Mātauranga Māori.

Research strengths

Our researchers work in a number of strategic focus areas. Discover our innovative research.

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Asia–Pacific engagement

We're focused on research that supports New Zealand’s business activity in the Asia–Pacific region.
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Māori and Pasifika economic development

We’re committed to supporting Māori and Pasifika economic development with targeted and effective research.
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Innovation and entrepreneurship

We’re focused on supporting innovation and entrepreneurship—key drivers of growth in the New Zealand economy—through targeted research.

More research

Find out about student research, research centres, and ways you can partner with us.

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Institutes, centres, and chairs

Wellington School of Business and Government supports business-related research studies, with specialised research units and several externally-funded chairs.
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Student research

Find out about research by postgraduate students at the Wellington School of Business and Government.
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Research partnerships

Work with us on research that can support the wellbeing of New Zealanders—and the future prosperity of the country.

Study with us

Explore a topic you’re passionate about, create new knowledge and become an expert in your research area with a PhD, professional doctorate or Master’s by research.

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Contact us

If you're interested in research at the Wellington School of Business and Government, get in touch.

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