PhD Finance in Aberdeen United Kingdom | University of Aberdeen

Focusing on applied finance, with an emphasis on corporate finance and governance, while also possessing deep knowledge in asset valuation, financial economics, and banking.
The doctoral program offers the chance to conduct innovative research across diverse fields. Our department boasts a dynamic faculty, each contributing unique research specialties. We strive to enhance comprehension of contemporary business challenges and policy impacts. Finance faculty actively collaborate with professionals and academic institutions both in the UK and internationally.

Our PhD curriculum targets individuals aspiring to achieve mastery in specialized finance disciplines. We aim to integrate doctoral candidates into our research domains, offering a robust environment for their investigations while supporting publication efforts. As a graduate researcher, you'll gain the skills to develop and execute rigorous studies, with opportunities to share findings both departmentally and at global conferences. To facilitate research and instruction, we provide access to premium databases such as Datastream, Thomson ONE banker, and Bloomberg.

During the initial year, students typically complete selected applied finance courses to strengthen both quantitative and qualitative research capabilities, along with their understanding of financial literature and analytical approaches. Each candidate works with their advisor to create a tailored study plan.