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A dynamic and international Business School, the College of Business, Law and Governance (CBLG) delivers a range of future-focused business and law courses across Cairns, Singapore, Townsville and Brisbane*. Under the leadership of the Dean, Professor Stephen Boyle, the College promotes, fosters, and delivers quality teaching and research with both a local and global reach.
Formed in 2014, a primary emphasis of the College is on developing leaders who are equipped with an understanding of the complexities of doing business and undertaking professional practices as are directly relevant to the ever-evolving Asia Pacific region.
Our Mission
CBLG continues to strengthen its industry engagement and career focus, developing work ready graduates for the future. With multinational campuses, staff and students, the College will be the Business and Law School for the Asia Pacific and beyond.
Navigating Futures in the Asia Pacific and Beyond
- CBLG’s 2021-2023 Roadmap (Navigating Futures in the Asia Pacific and Beyond) outlines the strategic direction and actions to be taken to reinvigorate learning and teaching, to operationalise engagement and research, and to internationalise the College.
- CBLG’s 2022 Report outlines progress made on the Roadmap, highlights, achievements, and future focus.
CBLG’s Industry Advisory Board offers a diversity of experience and perspectives and is a valuable source of advice on the College’s strategic direction, the effectiveness of academic program offerings, the future needs of employers, and potential industry and consultancy opportunities.
- Raelene Eves – Director of People Projects & Employee Experience, Mater Misericordiae Ltd (Chair)
- Michael Kern - CEO, Townsville Chamber of Commerce (Deputy Chair)
- Claudia Brumme-Smith – CEO, Townsville Enterprise Limited
- Dr David Craig – Director Marketing, Future Students and Admissions, James Cook University
- Adjunct Professor Colin Dwyer – Economist, Founder of ‘Our Fair Share’ Economic Method
- Jacqui Francis – Executive Director, Townsville Catholic Education
- Bernice Hookey – Principal Consultant, Bernice Hookey Consulting and Founder, MZB Empowerment
- Judge Gregory Lynham – District Court Judge, Northern Circuit Chambers
- Mica Martin – CEO, Cairns Regional Council
- Sarah Mort – Co-Founder and Company Director, MiHaven
- Kathleen Newcombe – CEO, Sarina Russo Group of Companies
- Aaron Newman – Group Chief Executive Officer, Queensland Country Bank
- Patricia O'Neill - CEO, Cairns Chamber of Commerce
- Adjunct Professor Paul Sparshott – Founder and Futurist, Katarno Pty Ltd | Sustainable Cities | Infrastructure
- Joshua Treviño KC – Barrister, Trinity Chambers
- Carl Valentine – Managing Partner, PVW Partners
Designed in conjunction with industry and the professions, the College’s courses instil future leaders with life-long skills that have practical applications in this age of disruption. Leading-edge study areas reflect global industry needs and challenges including the blue economy, sustainable practice, adaptability, crisis management, creativity, and innovation.
Our courses are designed with a variety of options to facilitate lifestyle and work commitments, whether it be studying online or on campus, or on a full or part time basis. Courses include:




- Treasury – Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Advising)
- Legal Profession Admission Board (LPAB) – Bachelor of Laws (and associated joint awards)
We are committed to embedding the principles of ethics, sustainability and social responsibility into our operations, teaching and research. CBLG is a proud supporter and Advanced Signatory of the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management (UN PRME).
*Brisbane campus is operated by Russo Higher Education.