Doctor of Philosophy Business (Integrated)

Program Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Business program equips students with advanced research skills and knowledge in business disciplines. Through coursework and a substantial research thesis, candidates develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication abilities. Graduates are prepared for careers in research, academia, or business, contributing to the advancement of theory and business practices.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

As a candidate for the Doctor of Philosophy in Business, you'll undertake supervised research with the aim of making a significant and original contribution to a discipline or profession. The research you'll undertake may be pure, exploratory, applied, experimental and/or creative.

Objectives:

To provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct independent research in business. To develop students' critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills. To prepare students for careers in research, academia, or business.

Program Description:

The Doctor of Philosophy in Business is a three-year full-time or equivalent part-time program. The program consists of coursework and a research thesis. The coursework component of the program provides students with a strong foundation in research methods and theory.

Research Areas:

The program's research areas are broadly based on contemporary research and business practices that seek to advance theory and enhance business practices in the following key areas: • Economics • Finance • Marketing • Management • Sport Management

Skills:

Upon completion, graduates will have developed the following skills: • Independent thinking • Decision-making skills • Good judgement • Logical thought, rationality • Communication skills • Project management skills • Management • Sport Management

Outline:

To qualify for the award of Doctor of Philosophy, candidates are required to complete the following: PhD thesis (70,000 to 100,000 word thesis or equivalent) Candidates receive guidance and support from their research supervisors and have the opportunity to participate in a number of research training sessions on topics such as thesis writing, publishing and presenting. Progress reviews. Progress reviews used to monitor academic progress and provide feedback to candidates at different stages of their candidature. Progress review due dates will vary based on your degree and enrolment status. Progress reviews process Due date from enrolment Preconfirmation review Completion of thesis-related tasks and attendance at research training workshops 3 months Confirmation of candidature review Completion of thesis-related tasks and attendance at research training workshops 9-12 months Mid-candidature review Completion of thesis-related tasks and attendance at research training workshops 12-24 months Draft thesis review Completion of thesis-related tasks and attendance at research training workshops 33-36 months and follow-up 3 months prior to thesis submission

Assessment:

The assessment methods used in the program vary depending on the course. However, common assessment methods include: Exams Essays Research papers Presentations Projects Thesis. The thesis is the major assessment task in the program. It is a substantial piece of original research that must be submitted to the university for examination.

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced and well-qualified academics. They use a variety of teaching methods to deliver the program, including:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Workshops
• Seminars
The program also offers a range of research support services to students, including:
• Access to a dedicated research library
• Research skills training
• Statistical support
• Writing support

Careers:

Graduates of the program are qualified for a variety of research and teaching positions in academia, government, and industry. They may also work as consultants, analysts, or managers. Some common career paths for graduates of the program include:

• Researcher/Consultant/Manager
• Entrepreneur
• Business development
• Analyst – policy, market, economic
• Project manager