PhD in Accounting - Archival Research in Accounting in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

A PhD is granted upon completing independent, original research and presenting the findings in a dissertation. Key requirements involve coursework, passing a comprehensive exam, and having a thesis approved by an advisory committee. Click "Become a Student" on the left to explore our program's history, specialization areas, what to anticipate during your studies at University of Waterloo, plus details on admissions and funding. Additional links provide insights into current students, faculty research focuses, and general School of Accounting and Finance information. Launched in 1988, our accounting PhD program is Canada's most extensive and has gained recognition from accounting scholars and practitioners worldwide. As evidenced by our alumni, graduates secure faculty positions at universities across Canada and internationally, publishing in prestigious journals including Journal of Accounting Research, Accounting Review, Journal of Accounting and Economics, Contemporary Accounting Research, Auditing: A Journal of Practice and Theory, Accounting, Organizations and Society, and Journal of the American Taxation Association.