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A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is an internationally recognized advanced research degree, representing the highest academic qualification attainable. Doctoral candidates are analytical, inquisitive, and innovative scholars who conduct groundbreaking research spanning a minimum of three years. The University of Auckland offers this prestigious research qualification across more than 100 disciplines, where students conduct autonomous, novel investigations under the guidance of distinguished academics and research pioneers. Throughout their doctoral journey, students enhance their personal, professional, and scholarly capabilities. Our PhD candidates frequently showcase their findings at both domestic and global conferences while being supported to establish connections and partnerships with specialists in their field. Comprehensive doctoral regulations and procedures, including the PhD statute, can be found in our Doctoral policies and guidelines. Should your desired PhD specialization not appear in our listings, it might be offered under an alternative designation.
Pursuing a Finance doctorate at the University of Auckland Business School places you within an elite research environment, offering prospects for academic publishing, participation in worldwide conferences, and building professional networks across academia and business sectors. Our research faculty currently investigates capital allocation strategies by investors and corporations, encompassing corporate finance decisions, investment evaluation, asset management, financial products, as well as market structures and institutions.
Masters-level qualification or the equivalent of a bachelors degree with honours
Evidence of significant research, usually undertaken as part of prior study
English language requirements