Gies Business Research Lab

Find out how to get involved in research and earn extra credit

Students in participating Gies courses can earn extra credit while learning about business research by participating in active studies. These studies offer an educational experience demonstrating how research is conducted and adhere to University IRB ethical guidelines. Watch the videos below to learn how to log in, sign up, and earn credit, then click the appropriate student sign-up link. Participation is limited to students in participating courses.

NEW SUMMER 2026: The GBRL is launching a new Research Participation Chatbot! This will provide answers to commonly asked questions in real time. In order to use this feature, you will need to login to ChatGPT. Give it a try!

Research Participation Chatbot

Business Administration Signup (undergrad and residential grad courses)
Accountancy Signup (undergrad and residential grad courses)
iMBA/iMSM/iMSA Signup (iDegrees courses, incl. ACCY, BADM and FIN)

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  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Common questions and answers regarding your participation. Click here

  • Research Alternative Assignment

    Assignment details for students that are restricted from study participation due to data regulations like GDPR or PIPL. Click here

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    Need a quick Sona overview to get started? Click here