Full time
4 years
APR-24
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Finance / Accounting (General) Accounting
Research
This research programme gives you the opportunity to undertake advanced empirical research in the fields of accounting and finance. You gain in-depth knowledge of the research methods used in capital market analysis and can explore areas high on the agenda of financial institutions.
You may choose to explore areas such as:
You can follow a 'three paper' thesis, where you produce three research articles, framed by an introduction and conclusion. Alternatively, you may opt to follow a traditional thesis approach, writing a complete and systematic account of your research in a dissertation. Your supervisors support you to submit your work to conferences and for publication in international journals, so you can begin to build you international research portfolio well before graduation.
You study at Essex Business School (EBS), world renowned for high quality empirical research in accounting, finance, and related disciplines. We are the largest department at the University of Essex, giving you the opportunity to work alongside expert academics with a diverse range of research interests and viewpoints on financial practice and policy.
Your future
Our graduates hold academic positions in top universities around the world, as well as organisations in the public and private sectors. Our doctoral programmes are designed to foster the business leaders and researchers of the future who use creativity, innovation, and ethical awareness to meet the many challenges facing the international business world.
The University’s Employability and Careers Centre can provide careers advice, with Essex Business School also providing employability support, such as CV workshops, one-to-one advice and career resources.
For this course (per year)
£9,375
For this course (per year)
£18,750
You will need a good Masters degree, or equivalent, in a related subject. A well developed research proposal is also essential.
The University of Essex prides itself on being at the forefront of change. It is an institution with a culture of boldness where creativity and curiosity in learning are both encouraged and expected. It’s a UK university, placing 36th and 32nd according to the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023 and the 2024 Complete University Guide rankings, respectively. At the University of Essex, students are taught by world-leading academics in a...more
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