Celebrating a century of the Faculty of Business & Economics
100 years of Global Impact
To celebrate the centenary of the Faculty of Business and Economics, help us showcase 100 years by sharing your story.
The stories we've gathered represent just a glimpse of the many experiences waiting to be shared. Now, we invite you to contribute your own story. Whether you're a researcher or staff member reflecting on your time at the faculty, sharing your journey post-graduation, or recounting the story of someone you know, we'd love to hear from you. Your stories will help support our 100 Centenary Scholarship programme by showcasing the transformative power of education.
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Over the years, a vibrant and diverse group has found a home in the faculty—both as students and scholars. From business leaders and entrepreneurs to politicians and community advocates, discover the inspiring stories of those who have contributed to the faculty's rich legacy.
FBE through the decades
From its modest beginnings in 1924, when Sir Douglas Copland envisioned a commerce degree that would provide a “general education in economics, of a reasonable standard” for just 323 students, the Faculty of Business and Economics has blossomed into a world-class institution. Today, it is home to pioneering academics engaged in groundbreaking research and boasts a legacy of distinguished alumni who have risen to prominence as leaders in their fields.
FBE Centenary merchandise
To commemorate its Centenary, FBE have created a range of limited-edition merchandise. Items will be available exclusively at our on-campus pop-up shop throughout Semester Two 2025.
Message from our Dean
The Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE) centenary is an opportunity to celebrate and showcase our talent, present and past. Their many significant contributions to the theory and application of the economics and business disciplines continues to inform good public policy and set sustainable business practices. As a global leader of business and economics education, our graduates have the skills and the attributes to address and resolve global challenges in society.
From October 2024, we will recognise this milestone in various ways. We will bring the broader community together to join us in reflecting on the achievements and challenges of the past century.
We will also recognise those who have used their time with the Faculty to make significant impact on the world around us. This is your chance to call attention to the accomplishments of those who found their career within the University’s walls, as well as those who have used their education at FBE to benefit the community in other ways.
I look forward to sharing these celebrations with you.
Professor Paul Kofman
Dean, Faculty of Business and Economics