Logistics Ph.D.

Program Overview

The University of North Texas' Ph.D. in Logistics program develops students' comprehensive understanding of logistics issues through cutting-edge research. The full-time, in-resident program emphasizes integrating knowledge and developing research skills in a lock-step curriculum. Graduates typically pursue careers in academia, holding positions ranging from teaching to research at universities both domestically and internationally.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The University of North Texas' G. Brint Ryan College of Business offers a Ph.D. in Logistics program designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of logistics issues and cutting-edge research.

• Integrate knowledge into areas of cutting-edge research.
• Train students to think about logistics problems faced by several companies across time horizons.

Program Description:

• The program is a full-time, in-resident research-based program.
• Students participate in teaching and research within the department.
• The program is designed to provide students with a superior theoretical foundation and research skills.
• The curriculum is lock-step, ensuring timely completion of coursework.
• Students have access to the best computer facilities and technical support in the region.
• The program includes exposure to electronic classrooms and multi-media aided teaching.
• Students gain practical experience in course development and preparation.
• Students receive mentoring from graduate faculty on theoretical and applied research leading to journal publications.

Teaching:

• Students are individually evaluated by the Degree Program Committee, who designs an emphasis to meet their specific needs and interests.
• Faculty are world leaders in their respective areas and routinely interact with major companies and corporations through their research and executive development programs.
• The program includes an assortment of courses in theory and advanced research skills, plus practical research experience obtained by writing articles for publication and producing a high-quality Ph.D. Dissertation.

Careers:

• Over the past 10 years, all graduates have found employment in academia, ranging from teaching colleges to research-intensive universities, both in the United States and abroad.

Other:

• The program is housed in the Business Leadership Building, which has Gold-level Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
• The building promotes interaction among students, faculty, and industry leaders with its 24 classrooms and team study rooms.