It is my pleasure to extend to you a very warm welcome to the Division of Economic and Financial Studies at Macquarie University. I am delighted that you have chosen our Division to pursue your graduate research.

Macquarie is a university on the move.We are taking Macquarie to a new level so that at age 50 it will be among the top eight research universities in Australia and among the top 200 in the world. Our priority is the development of research training of demonstrated high quality, recognised nationally and internationally. Total HDR student enrolments have reached record highs in the last few years with completions increasing by 20%.

Higher Degree Research students in EFS have purpose-built spaces on level 3 of brand new Building E4B which enhance both learning and interaction with colleagues.Our experienced Division team of research support staff will support you throughout your candidature. This year an exciting new 12-week program, Transition To Research, will be launched to help you adjust to life as a researcher.

Do make the most of your time at EFS. I wish you great success in your research and a most enjoyable experience with us.

Professor Ed Davis AM

Dean, Division of Economic and Financial Studies