PhD Management

Although the small size of the program allows for individualized instruction, the following would be a typical sequence:

Years 1 and 2
During the first two years of the program students typically complete their core coursework in organizational behavior/HRM and strategic management, management history, research methodology, and statistics. In addition, students may take courses in other departments relevant to their program of study, for example, psychology, economics, or other departments in the E. J. Ourso College of Business. Students usually participate in faculty research as research assistants. By the end of the second year students often have had at least one paper accepted for presentation at professional meetings.

Years 3 and 4
During the third year of the program students have generally completed coursework and prepare to take the comprehensive (qualifying) examination. Students continue their work as research assistants, and are given teaching responsibilities. After successfully passing their qualifying examination, students develop their dissertation proposal and conduct their dissertation research. Students typically complete the program in four-to-five years, depending upon progress on their dissertation.

Curriculum

Inquiries and applications are welcome from individuals with a strong desire to excel in academic research and teaching; desired qualifications include a GMAT score of 600 or higher and strong academic credentials from previous courses of study. Applications received by January 15 will be given priority; consideration for available program spaces is on a rolling basis thereafter. 

Admission requirements are high achievement in prior degree programs (typically a 3.5 GPA or greater), a GMAT score of at least 600, and strong letters of recommendation and statement of purpose. Given the limited number of students admitted, meeting these requirements does not guarantee admission.

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