Program Overview
The Business: Finance, Ph.D. program equips individuals for research and teaching careers in finance. Its rigorous curriculum emphasizes quantitative analysis, financial theory, and statistical techniques. Students specialize through elective courses and dissertation research, preparing them for leadership roles in academia, government, industry, and consulting.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Business: Finance, Ph.D. program is designed to prepare individuals for careers in research and teaching at the university level. The program offers a highly quantitative curriculum that provides a strong foundation in financial and economic theory, as well as in mathematical statistical techniques. Through a program of elective courses and dissertation research, students develop expertise in specific areas of finance.
Outline:
The Business: Finance, Ph.D. program curriculum consists of core courses, elective courses, and dissertation research.
Core Courses:
- Theory of Finance
- Seminar- Investments (Ph.D.)
- Seminar- Corporate Finance (Ph.D.)
- Topics Seminar- Finance PhD
- Seminar-Workshop in Finance
- Advanced Topics Seminar-Finance PhD
Elective Courses:
Students may choose from a wide range of elective courses to specialize in specific areas of finance. These courses include:
- Other non-research coursework decided with the student's advisor
Dissertation Research:
Students are required to complete a dissertation research project under the supervision of a faculty advisor. The dissertation must demonstrate original research and make a significant contribution to the field of finance.
Assessment:
Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Coursework grades
- Dissertation research
- Comprehensive preliminary examination in finance
- Written and oral presentations
Teaching:
The Business: Finance, Ph.D. program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are actively involved in research and teaching. The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Independent research
Careers:
Graduates of the Business: Finance, Ph.D. program are well-prepared for careers in research and teaching at universities and other academic institutions. They may also pursue careers in government, industry, or consulting.
