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Research and Policy

Consistent with its founding principles, CEDA publishes objective analyses  of key issues critical to Australia's economic development. CEDA produces well-informed, research-based publications and an international and distinguished network of academic and applied expertise, including some of the world's most creative thinkers.

Through our forums and publications, CEDA reaches tens of thousands of Australians each year. CEDA's independence also provides it with the capacity to speak directly to government at a federal and state level, unhindered by vested interests.

Our research identifies and offers solutions for issues that influence the nation's long-term economic, social and environmental development. CEDA publishes its research regularly in reports and on the Web.

What guides CEDA's research objectives?

Our research agenda centres on five themes, developed after consultation with our members on the major issues facing Australia over the next decade. These themes are:

• Foundations for Economic Growth - this theme includes trade and international relations, infrastructure, energy, technology and innovation, tax, regulation and federal-state relations
• Building Human Capital - includes education and learning, ageing, health and healthcare, workforce participation and indigenous affairs
• Sustainable Development - includes water issues and climate change
• Emerging Issues
• State Issues

CEDA is a "virtual think-tank". Rather than relying on in-house experts, we work with the best independent experts on any economic development subject. We frequently work in partnership with universities, other non-profits and member organisations. The quality and independence of CEDA's research program has earned its reputation as Australia's leading non-partisan think-tank on economic and business issues.

Become involved in CEDA research

Member organisations contribute to CEDA research by:

• Partnering with CEDA on research work
• Sponsoring research projects and events
• Taking part in CEDA surveys and business best practice studies
• Making tax-deductible contributions to the general research fund.

Feedback from members at conferences, meetings and during leadership programs also helps to shape CEDA's research program. A proportion of each member's membership fee is devoted to funding CEDA's research.

Find out more about CEDA's research and policy activities and opportunities for involvement.