Management and Business N1832 PhD

Program Overview

Aberystwyth University's three-year PhD in Management and Business fosters original research in a specific field, empowering students to expand knowledge and understanding. The program includes core modules in research design, data analysis, and manuscript skills, as well as supervision from experienced academics. Students may also undertake advanced study modules and complete the Social Science Research Training Programme to enhance their research abilities.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management and Business at Aberystwyth University is a three-year program that provides a platform for conducting original academic research that makes a new contribution to a specific field of study. The program allows students to make new discoveries, test new theories, and push the boundaries of current knowledge and understanding. Members of staff are always happy to discuss possible PhD and MPhil research programs in Management and Business with suitably qualified graduates. Research should normally be related to one of the main areas of research of the department.

Outline:

• Year 1:
• Core Modules:
• Quantitative Data Collection and Analysis (for social scientists):
PGM1010, 10 credits
• Manuscript Skills: Post Medieval Palaeographic and Diplomatic:
PGM1210, 10 credits
• Principles of Research Design:
PGM0210, 10 credits
• Ways of Reading:
PGM0410, 10 credits
• Options:
• Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh
• Supervision: As a research student at Aberystwyth, you'll be allocated to a supervision team of two academic members of staff.
The main supervisor is usually a senior academic with considerable research experience in your proposed field of study. The appropriateness of the match between student and supervisor is an important element in the success of any PhD program.
• Research Techniques: Unless you've already completed a Masters course with a recognized research training element, you'll be required to complete the Social Science Research Training Programme.
This will enable you to develop excellence in research techniques in order to successfully complete your PhD. You may also be required to undertake additional advanced study modules in your chosen discipline.

Teaching:

• Teaching & Learning: During your first year, you will complete our Social Science Research Training programme that will set you up with the skills and knowledge to successfully complete your PhD.
Your research will be guided by a supervisory team, who will help you refine your research proposal, and guide you in data collection and analysis. At the end of your studies, you will have a viva voce exam (a verbal defense of your thesis).