Knoxville,
TN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD In Business Administration - Accounting in Knoxville United States | University of Tennessee, Knoxville
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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Knoxville United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,108
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The PhD program in business administration aims to equip a carefully chosen group of qualified students for academic careers in teaching and research, as well as leadership roles in business and government sectors. This rigorous four-year program builds upon a master's degree, with the initial two years focused on coursework, writing, and research activities. The final two years involve completing remaining courses, passing comprehensive exams, and finishing the dissertation. Designed exclusively for full-time students, the program requires continuous residency from admission through dissertation completion. With a strong emphasis on cultivating scholarly excellence, the curriculum prioritizes both teaching and research capabilities. Doctoral candidates must gain practical experience by serving as teaching assistants for undergraduate business courses or research assistants for faculty members. Exceptional teaching candidates may receive their own class assignments. The Haslam College of Business typically provides financial assistance to doctoral students throughout their studies. The accounting specialization offers a research-focused curriculum tailored for those seeking academic careers in accounting. Dissertation completion and defense prepares graduates for faculty positions at research institutions and other universities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students seeking a PhD must be recommended for acceptance by the Haslam College of Business to the Office of Graduate Admissions.
Actual admission is based on the applicant's overall standing compared with other applicants and with the number of vacancies in each department.
The Graduate Council requires the
The online Graduate Admissions Application
Transcripts from all previous college work
Additional information from international students (as specified by the Office of Graduate Admissions)
The college requires
The PhD application
Scores from the GMAT
Four written recommendations.
Complete applications will be reviewed beginning March 1. Late applications are considered only if space is available.
Under exceptional circumstances, a student may be considered for acceptance into the PhD program without having a master's degree. An applicant in this situation should have an outstanding undergraduate background and should represent a deep and sincere commitment to the pursuit of a career in research and instruction.
For admission to a graduate program, an international student must have an equivalent 4-year bachelor's degree with at least a 3.00 on a 4.00 scale on all previous coursework or a 3.30 on a 4.00 scale on all previous graduate work. Grading systems other than the 4.00 scale are evaluated, upon receipt of transcripts, in accordance with standard practice. Programs may require a higher average GPA for admission. Applicants with work experience or who are entering graduate study after a number of years away from an educational institution, usually five years, will be given consideration with greater flexibility relative to GPA.
Minimum score requirements for admission to the Graduate School are:
a total score of 80 on the internet-based TOEFL (iBT),
a total score of 550 or equivalent on the paper-based TOEFL (PBT), or
a 6.5 overall band score on the IELTS.
Actual admission is based on the applicant's overall standing compared with other applicants and with the number of vacancies in each department.
The Graduate Council requires the
The online Graduate Admissions Application
Transcripts from all previous college work
Additional information from international students (as specified by the Office of Graduate Admissions)
The college requires
The PhD application
Scores from the GMAT
Four written recommendations.
Complete applications will be reviewed beginning March 1. Late applications are considered only if space is available.
Under exceptional circumstances, a student may be considered for acceptance into the PhD program without having a master's degree. An applicant in this situation should have an outstanding undergraduate background and should represent a deep and sincere commitment to the pursuit of a career in research and instruction.
For admission to a graduate program, an international student must have an equivalent 4-year bachelor's degree with at least a 3.00 on a 4.00 scale on all previous coursework or a 3.30 on a 4.00 scale on all previous graduate work. Grading systems other than the 4.00 scale are evaluated, upon receipt of transcripts, in accordance with standard practice. Programs may require a higher average GPA for admission. Applicants with work experience or who are entering graduate study after a number of years away from an educational institution, usually five years, will be given consideration with greater flexibility relative to GPA.
Minimum score requirements for admission to the Graduate School are:
a total score of 80 on the internet-based TOEFL (iBT),
a total score of 550 or equivalent on the paper-based TOEFL (PBT), or
a 6.5 overall band score on the IELTS.
Tuition
USD
32,108