Programme Details

The research postgraduate programme of the Faculty of Business and Economics is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the key aspects of business and economics. Students are introduced to basic research tools in their field and are expected to be able to conduct independent research relevant to their specialty. Through regular interactions with faculty, students also acquire a broader perspective on management and economic issues of the region and beyond.

Both the School of Business and the School of Economics and Finance offer three-year and four-year PhD. A successful PhD thesis should be an original contribution to knowledge and be worthy of publication.

Candidates will conduct research work under the supervision of at least one member of the University's teaching staff. Candidates without research master's degrees shall be considered for admission to a four-year PhD programme, and those who hold research master's degrees shall be considered for admission to a three-year PhD programme. Candidates pursuing PhD studies are first required to register provisionally for the degree. Their registration is subject to a probationary period specified below. At the end of the probationary period and after submission of a detailed scheme of research, the candidature shall be confirmed or terminated.