Research & Consultancy

As Australia's first and most prestigious higher education institution, the University of Sydney conducts high quality research both in Australia and internationally.

Its reputation as a centre for research excellence is demonstrated by the University receiving more funding in new Australian Research Council grants than any other university for the fifth year running. The University received $37.4 million in new and ongoing grants - a 12.1 per cent slice of the cake.

RIAP plays a key role in supporting the University's research initiatives. Applied research and strategic policy advice is one of RIAP's core business activities.

• Research consultancy focused on providing accurate intelligence and analysis on economic, political, policy and sectoral developments;
• Access to the extensive resources of the University of Sydney and its information networks worldwide to match our clients' needs;
• Independent, quality and timely analysis from experienced and expert research consultants;
• A multidisciplinary and practical approach to research analysis; and
• Strong in-country experience and information networks.

Commissioned Research

We can identify risk and opportunities in countries and industry sectors that may affect your organisation's operations or strategy. Our team of researchers include University of Sydney and regional experts who provide high-level analysis of the challenges facing the region today.

Briefings and Seminars

We have the capacity to arrange high profile experts to deliver in-house briefings or seminars. We provide global political and economic trends and an understanding of specific developments driving the Asia Pacific region.

Strategic Policy Advice

We can also offer policy advice on a range of issues including institutional reform, technology development, development planning and socio-political and economic changes in the region. For the past nine years we have provided policy advice to the Japanese Ministry of Finance on institutional transformation in Asia.

Areas of Expertise

• Public Sector Governance
• Environment and Natural Resources
• Education Reform and Planning
• Corporate Governance, Organisational Change & Strategic Management
• Agricultural and Rural Development
• International Development Management
• Global Economy