MBRSG serves as both an educational institution and a public policy think tank, putting research at the heart of its mandate, vision, and activities. 

The School’s unique regional positioning drives its passion for leading the region in multidisciplinary research related to public policy and government. To fulfill its leadership objectives in the fields of education and public policy, the School dedicates vast resources to creating original research and supplying multidisciplinary evidence both in support of its educational activities and in advancing more impactful policymaking on a regional level. 

Research production at MBRSG is not just encouraged as a method of advancing careers and contributing to knowledge; in addition to these important goals, the School views research as the primary driver for higher-quality educational outcomes and as a key influencer of better regional and national government.