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

A PhD is granted upon completing independent, original research and presenting findings in a dissertation. Key requirements involve coursework, passing a comprehensive exam, and having a thesis approved by a supervisory committee. Click "Become a Student" on the left to explore our program's history, focus areas, what to anticipate during your Waterloo studies, plus details on admissions and funding. Additional links provide insights into current students, faculty research specialties, and general School of Accounting and Finance information. Launched in 1988, our accounting PhD program is Canada's largest and has gained recognition from accounting scholars and practitioners worldwide. As highlighted on our alumni page, graduates hold 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 & Theory, Accounting, Organizations & Society, and Journal of the American Taxation Association.