Welcome to the Centre for Small Business & Regional Research (CSBRR)

The Centre for Small Business & Regional Research (CSBRR) was set up as a centre of excellence to provide expertise in issues of concern to small and medium-sized enterprises. Its creation brings together researchers from across the University of Wollongong who share a common interest in this area. The CSBRR also works with researchers from other institutions and bodies both in Australia and internationally who are interested in SMEs.

CSBRR Activities

Research

• conducting and publishing research on issues of interest and relevance to SMEs
• acting as a catalyst for research initiatives in the Illawarra
• supporting the conduct, analysis and dissemination of SME research through the provision of research expertise and administration

Teaching and Training

• teaching courses relevant to small and medium enterprises, entrepreneurship, and electronic commerce as part of the Bachelor of Commerce program at the University of Wollongong
• conducting workshops and training courses for small business managers as a means of assisting managers to upgrade their skills and keep up to date with current developments in the global economy

Consultancy, expertise and coordination with business and government

• consultancy services to SMEs and large businesses which require detailed and in-depth studies to be conducted
• acting as a coordinating body for the dissemination of business knowledge to the wider business community
• acting as a catalyst for business initiatives in the Illawarra
• developing strong links with industry associations, the business community and government through support of, participation in, and facilitation of SME activities
• liaising with government bodies in the initiation of projects and providing input into the formulation of policy