Authentic Inquiry by Global Minds with Local Heart

At ASB, we leverage our genuine curiosity about global issues, deeply rooted in local nuances, to drive transformative progress. We believe that engaging in impactful research enhances our effectiveness as educators.

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Our Role

The ASB Research Office is pivotal in supporting and advancing ASB’s research efforts. It serves as the primary liaison between ASB and research stakeholders, including funders, corporate partners, and other universities.

Additionally, as the central administrator and coordinator of ASB’s research centers and projects, the Research Office is responsible for seeking funding opportunities, assisting with applications, negotiating grants, providing financial oversight, and ensuring compliance with sponsor requirements.

Beyond administration, the Research Office coordinates the dissemination of research findings and actively engages with the broader research community to promote relevant and impactful research in Malaysia and beyond.

Our Research Centers and Research Programs

ASEAN Research Center

The ASEAN Research Center (ARC), endowed by Maybank, positions itself as a leading intellectual hub in Southeast Asia, conducting rigorous research to inform policy and enhance the lives of ASEAN citizens, with a strong focus on emerging markets.

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Center for Technology, Strategy and Sustainability

With support from Sapura Energy, the Center for Technology, Strategy and Sustainability (CTSS) is a front-running research hub grounded in rigorous, high-impact research that explores how firms navigate strategic challenges and socio-political conditions.

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Center for Sustainable Small-Owners:

Launched in 2019 with support from Procter & Gamble, the Center for Sustainable Small-owners (CSS) advances P&G’s Ambition 2030 by supporting smallholder farmers, improving livelihoods, and promoting responsible palm oil production.

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Tun Ismail Ali Center of Excellence

Driven by the legacy of Tun Ismail Ali, the Tun Ismail Ali Center of Excellence (TIACOE) endowed by Bank Negara Malaysia supports research on monetary and financial economics, and promotes knowledge exchange among central bankers, scholars, and students.

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Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center

The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (IEC) is built on the belief that anyone can innovate and lead with the right support. It offers programs to ASB students, corporate partners, universities, non-profits, and youth groups.

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Knowledge Management Center

The Knowledge Management Center (KMC) serves as ASB's central hub for business and finance resources, providing access to advanced research, valuable case studies, and expert insights. KMC facilities are available not only to ASB staff and students but also to those from INCEIF University and Universiti Tun Abdul Razak (UNIRAZAK), fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment.

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Research Seminar Series

Our Flagship Academic Sessions

The Research Seminar Series (RSS), an initiative of the ASB Research Office, brings cutting-edge research and fresh insights from a wide range of academic fields to the
Asia School of Business.

Each session features distinguished professors and global experts who share their latest work and engage in thought-provoking discussions.

Our seminars are free and open to the public, with the flexibility to attend in person at Asia School of Business or online via our hybrid option, making world-class research accessible to all.

Visiting Universities: Research Seminars and Presentations

We have invited academics from the following universities to present their research at the Research Seminar Series or other events organized by the Research Office and Research Centers. We remain open to more collaborations, so if you are interested, please contact us.

Australian National University
Bilkent University
California Polytechnic State University
Chulalongkorn University
Durham University
Hitotsubashi University
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Korea University
London School of Economics and Political Science
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Monash University Malaysia
National University of Singapore
Portland State University
Singapore Management University
State Islamic University Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta
University of Malaya
University of Brunei Darussalam
University of Lincoln
University of London
University of Tokyo
Yeungnam University

Follow us on Eventbrite and LinkedIn to stay updated on upcoming seminars. If you’ve attended before, you’re already on our mailing list and will automatically receive updates on future research events.

Highlights

Launch of The Tun Ismail Ali Center of Excellence (TIACOE)

ARC-TalentCorp Launch of Youth Mobility: A Preview of the ASEAN Compendium Study

ARC-UNHCR Conference on Refugee Studies and Forced Displacement 2025

ASB-KRI Professor Guy Standing: Rentier Capitalism, Stagnation and The Precariat

Events: External Collaborations

Each ASB Research Center is open to collaborating with external partners to host events related to our missions.
Our past collaborations include the following organizations:

To express your interest in collaborating, please contact the respective centers through their webpages.

ASB Research Book 2026

Sustainability Research: Environmental, Social & Financial Impact

ASB Research Book 2026 highlights the impactful research efforts of the Asia School of Business across five research centres, showcasing research projects that address key sustainability challenges. Organised around three interconnected themes — environmental, social, and financial impact — the book explores how research can inform policies, business strategies, and solutions that contribute to a more sustainable future. Discover how ASB’s research is shaping conversations and creating meaningful impact across industries and communities.