Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
48 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Business Administration | Management | Strategic Management
Area of study
Business and Administration
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The doctoral program in Business Studies at the University of Vaasa prepares graduates to become Doctors of Science in Business Administration or Economics. The program emphasizes in-depth research in key research questions of Business Studies, equipping graduates for independent and high-level research work in the field. Graduates will develop a high-level understanding of their chosen field of research, acquire knowledge of general scientific theories, and learn to apply scientific methods independently and critically. The program comprises general studies, research field and methods studies, optional courses, and a dissertation, and students are expected to complete their studies within four years.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview: Doctoral studies in Business Studies at the University of Vaasa prepare graduates to become Doctors of Science in Business Administration or Economics. The program emphasizes the significance of in-depth research in the key research questions of Business Studies, preparing graduates for independent and high-level research work in the field of business studies.
- Objectives: Upon graduating from the doctoral program in Business Studies, graduates will have a high-level understanding of their chosen field of research and its societal significance. Graduates are expected to develop the knowledge and abilities to independently and critically apply scientific methods in their research, ultimately contributing new knowledge to the field. Additionally, they will acquire knowledge of general scientific theories, allowing them to follow advancements within their research area and other related disciplines. Graduates are also expected to defend their research claims both verbally and in writing, justifying the decisions made throughout their research.
- Program Structure: The program comprises general studies, research field and methods studies, optional courses, and a dissertation. Students are required to complete their doctoral studies within a period of four years.
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