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The Accounting-focused Ph.D. in Business cultivates top-tier academic researchers in the accounting field. This program prepares doctoral candidates for careers at prominent research universities. To succeed, students must develop the ability to identify pivotal accounting research problems and devise impactful solutions. The curriculum structure, graduate assistantship opportunities, and faculty mentorship all support these research ambitions.
Accounting Ph.D. candidates who fulfill program requirements receive four years of financial assistance. Specific criteria are detailed in the following sections. We highly recommend students proactively engage in research from the outset to complete their degree within four years. Additional information can be found in the SOA's Ph.D. Student Handbook (linked below).