The goal of Far-Western University's (FWU) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program is to produce qualified academics who will pursue prestigious professions in teaching, research, and consulting. The PhD program's goal is to develop bright young academics into creative academic leaders, management practitioners, and management thinkers.
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Candidates may apply straight for a PhD if they have an MPhil in a related field from any accredited university.
After completing the program, graduates will be able to:
Conduct original and independent research in management and related disciplines.
Apply advanced management theories and research methodologies to complex problems.
Analyze organizational and business issues using qualitative, quantitative, and statistical techniques.
Critically evaluate existing literature and identify research gaps.
Develop research proposals, academic publications, and scholarly presentations.
Apply advanced knowledge in specialized areas such as management, finance, marketing, HR, or accountancy.
Develop evidence-based solutions and strategies for complex organizational challenges.
Contribute new knowledge to management theory, practice, and policy.
Complete and defend a substantial doctoral dissertation.
Demonstrate advanced academic writing, communication, analytical, and research skills.
Pursue careers in university teaching, research, policy analysis, consulting, and senior management.
The PhD in Management is an advanced, research-oriented doctoral program designed to develop scholars with expertise in management theory, research methodology, analytical techniques, and specialized areas of management. The program emphasizes independent and original research, academic writing, research seminars, and doctoral dissertation work, enabling scholars to contribute new knowledge to management theory, practice, and policy. Specialization areas may include general management, finance, marketing, human resource management, accountancy, and economics and development.
