Edmonton,
AB,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Business in Edmonton Canada | University of Alberta
University of Alberta
|
Edmonton Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
9,406
(c. USD6,711.2)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Faculty of Business provides graduate programs culminating in Master's degrees in Business Administration, Financial Management, and Accounting, along with a Doctor of Philosophy. Beyond the traditional MBA track, students can specialize in areas like International Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Natural Resources, Energy and Environmental Studies, Finance, Public Policy and Management, or Sustainability. Doctoral candidates can focus on Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Operations & Information Systems, or Strategic Management & Organization.
The University of Alberta's PhD in Business program features concentrations in Accounting, Finance, Operations and Information Systems, Marketing, and Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Management, covering both macro and micro organizational behavior. With an annual intake of 10-15 students and a total enrollment of 50-70, participants develop strong relationships with peers and faculty. Starting in the 2022-23 academic year, the program now guarantees fifth-year financial support for all PhD students.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Letters of reference:
The applicant must have three letters of reference evaluating an applicant's capability for original research.
Statement of purpose:
In two to three pages, applicants should identify what specific topics within the specialization they are currently interested in and why. They should also describe their relevant skills and past experiences, tentative plans upon completion of the program, and any additional information that is felt would be useful. The statement of purpose helps us identify a suitable supervisor, but is non-binding in that it need not eventually form the basis of the applicant's research.
CV or Resume:
The applicant should include education and work history, as well as publications and conference presentations in this document.
TOEFL iBT, in-person or special at-home edition - Total score of 90 with a score of at least 21 on each of the individual skill areas (internet-based) or equivalent. IELTS - 6.5, with at least 6.0 on each test band. Canadian Academic English Language Assessment - Overall 70 with at least 60 on each subtest.
The applicant must have three letters of reference evaluating an applicant's capability for original research.
Statement of purpose:
In two to three pages, applicants should identify what specific topics within the specialization they are currently interested in and why. They should also describe their relevant skills and past experiences, tentative plans upon completion of the program, and any additional information that is felt would be useful. The statement of purpose helps us identify a suitable supervisor, but is non-binding in that it need not eventually form the basis of the applicant's research.
CV or Resume:
The applicant should include education and work history, as well as publications and conference presentations in this document.
TOEFL iBT, in-person or special at-home edition - Total score of 90 with a score of at least 21 on each of the individual skill areas (internet-based) or equivalent. IELTS - 6.5, with at least 6.0 on each test band. Canadian Academic English Language Assessment - Overall 70 with at least 60 on each subtest.
Tuition
CAD
9,406