Researchers can contact CPA Australia to discuss ideas for research, or submit a synopsis of their proposed research for review prior to formal assessment. We are seeking bold and innovative projects that have merit and potential. Partnerships between academe and business are encouraged.
Submitting research proposals
You should complete the entire application form and include all supplementary information (following the word limits provided) before submitting your proposal.
Please ensure the following mandatory information is included in your application.
- A brief and descriptive project title.
- Full contact details and a current curriculum vitae detailing current and previous research of the principal or chief researcher. Any changes to principal or chief researcher, need to be promptly reported to CPA Australia.
- Contracting parties: correct legal titles (including for institutions) of those named on the final contract.
- A detailed breakdown of project costs. Eligible costs include all those pertaining to the execution of the research project, but excludes capital expenditure andcosts associated with normal office operations. Grants are typically awarded in Australian dollars; however, foreign currency grants can be issued.
- A research synopsis: a short overview of the project describing its objectives, scope and intended outputs. Applicants need to identify the relevance of their proposed research to CPA Australia. The synopsis must be clearly and simply written and understandable to the general CPA Australia membership so that we can inform them about the project if your application is successful.
- Existing literature relevant to the project. Please note we will be funding research, not literature reviews.
- A research plan, including milestones and key dates (including interim and final reporting). Project duration must be realistic and achievable. Project commencement date will be adjusted where contract approval has exceeded proposed start date. Project progress will be monitored by CPA Australia. Feedback on progress will be provided to the chief researcher and Head of School.
- The research methodology: the research methods to be described in sufficient detail to facilitate consideration by reviewers. Requirements for travel should be disclosed.
- Whether access to member database is required: CPA Australia does not undertake to provide researchers with access to members to participate in these research projects. In special circumstances consideration may be given where researchers apply for dispensation. The data requested must be clearly specified in your Application.
- Ethical conduct: CPA Australia is committed to fostering the highest ethical standards in research. Research funded by CPA Australia must comply with the Australian code for the responsible conduct of research.
- Intended research outputs: specify intentions to provide reports, publish articles, conference papers, and and participation in content generation for CPA Australia publications (magazines and online media for knowledge exchange) and events. Acknowledgement of CPA Australia funding and contribution to the research must be made in all external publications and presentations.
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CPA Australia contract: a standard contract will be used for all research projects. The clauses have been drafted and agreed by the CPA Australia legal business unit and management. It is not CPA Australia policy to amend this contract for individual institution or company policies. The standard contract will be issued to successful applicants.
1. Other Funders: Details of other organisations that have been approached for funding relating to the research application must be included in the application.
Review process
All proposals received by CPA Australia will undergo fair, appropriate and transparent consideration. CPA Australia has the right to make recommendations solely on the basis of its expertise and requirements.
All research proposals received will be reviewed by relevant staff members within CPA Australia assessment at the annual Global Research Perspectives Program review with the CPA Australia Research Advisory Committee.
The Research Advisory Committee comprises a panel whose purpose is to advise CPA Australia management on the research proposals. The Research Advisory Committee has no authority to bind, instruct or direct management of CPA Australia.
CPA Australia reserves the right not to fund projects. The decision to fund resides exclusively with CPA Australia management, whose decision is final.