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The School of Business encourages and fosters a rich research-oriented environment for faculty and doctoral candidates. Students can choose from a variety of topics reflecting the varied research interests of our faculty. The Ph.D. Program is intended to prepare students to conduct original research; i.e., to explain phenomena previously not well understood and then to test proposed explanations empirically.
Business administration: phd.
The Berkeley Haas PhD Program offers six fields of academic study, for a curriculum of unusual richness and breadth. Since the program enrolls only 14 to 16 new PhD students each year, you will work very closely with the faculty members in their chosen specialties. This close partnership, coupled with the diverse academic and cultural backgrounds of our PhD students, fosters an atmosphere of close collaboration and intellectual curiosity.
The Berkeley Haas PhD Program is strongly oriented toward discipline and research. Emphasis is placed on preparing you to evaluate the state of knowledge in your particular field and to advance it through the application of theory from the social sciences, mathematics, or statistics.
Upon applying to the program, you are required to choose a field of study, which will not only determine your course work but also focus your future employment opportunities. You may choose from the following six fields:
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Applying for graduate admission.
Thank you for considering UC Berkeley for graduate study! UC Berkeley offers more than 120 graduate programs representing the breadth and depth of interdisciplinary scholarship. A complete list of graduate academic departments, degrees offered, and application deadlines can be found on the Graduate Division website .
Prospective students must submit an online application to be considered for admission, in addition to any supplemental materials specific to the program for which they are applying. The online application can be found on the Graduate Division website .
The minimum graduate admission requirements are:
A bachelor’s degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution;
A satisfactory scholastic average, usually a minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B) on a 4.0 scale; and
Enough undergraduate training to do graduate work in your chosen field.
For a list of requirements to complete your graduate application, please see the Graduate Division’s Admissions Requirements page . It is also important to check with the program or department of interest, as they may have additional requirements specific to their program of study and degree. Department contact information can be found here .
Visit the Berkeley Graduate Division application page .
Admission to the Program
Review the Program Criteria and Application Instructions before applying. Some of the factors that are taken into account during our admissions process are:
Applicants are not required to have:
Accounting field.
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Management of organizations field , marketing field, real estate field, phdba 219s research seminar in economic analysis and policy 1 - 3 units.
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023 The research seminar presents new research on economics applied to business management issues. Research Seminar in Economic Analysis and Policy: Read More [+]
Rules & Requirements
Repeat rules: Course may be repeated for credit without restriction.
Hours & Format
Fall and/or spring: 8 weeks - 1.5 hours of seminar per week
Additional Format: One and one-half hours of Seminar per week for 8 weeks.
Additional Details
Subject/Course Level: Ph.D. in Business Administration/Graduate
Grading: Offered for satisfactory/unsatisfactory grade only.
Research Seminar in Economic Analysis and Policy: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Spring 2023 A critical evaluation of accounting literature with emphasis on seminar contributions. Topics covered include research methodology in accounting, the private and social value of information. Doctoral Seminar in Accounting I: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Business Administration 202A or equivalent, and Economics 201A-201B
Credit Restrictions: Students will receive no credit for 229A after taking 239A.
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - 3 hours of seminar per week
Additional Format: Three hours of Seminar per week for 15 weeks.
Grading: Letter grade.
Formerly known as: Business Administration 223A
Doctoral Seminar in Accounting I: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2024, Fall 2019, Spring 2018 A critical evaluation of recent accounting literature involving empirical research. Doctoral Seminar in Accounting II: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Business Admimistration 202A or equivalent, and Economics 201A-201B
Formerly known as: Business Administration 223B
Doctoral Seminar in Accounting II: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Spring 2023 A critical evaluation of recent accounting literature with emphasis on financial accounting. Doctoral Seminar in Accounting III: Read More [+]
Formerly known as: Business Administration 223C
Doctoral Seminar in Accounting III: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2020, Fall 2013, Spring 2011 Exploration of issues related to the internal accounting systems of large firms. The first part of the course focuses on the theory of mechanism design, while the second part applies this theory to a variety of managerial accounting questions. Doctoral Seminar in Accounting IV: Read More [+]
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - 2 hours of seminar per week
Additional Format: Two hours of Seminar per week for 15 weeks.
Formerly known as: Business Administration 223D
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Terms offered: Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023 Advanced study in the field of Accounting. Topics will vary from year to year and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Research Seminar in Accounting: Read More [+]
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - .5-3 hours of seminar per week
Additional Format: to Three hours of Seminar per week for 15 weeks.
Research Seminar in Accounting: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2016, Spring 2015, Spring 2014 This course focuses on repeated games and optimal mechanism design, with an emphasis on dynamics. The course presents a mix of pure theory and applications from many economics-related fields, particularly finance, macroeconomics and bargaining. Dynamic Game Theory and Applications: Read More [+]
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - 3 hours of lecture per week
Additional Format: Three hours of Lecture per week for 15 weeks.
Instructor: Fuchs
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Terms offered: Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022 Asset pricing and portfolio choice in partial equilbrium and asset pricing in General Equilibrium. Specifically, static and intertemporal theories of choice under risk and uncertainity and portfolio choice. Includes two-fund separation, Capital Asset Pricing Model, and the Arbitrage Pricing Theory. In a General Equilibrium framework, it covers the notion of complete markets and welfare theorems. Also, some macro-asset pricing models are developed in addition to an analysis of incomplete markets. Asset Pricing Theory: Read More [+]
Formerly known as: Ph.D. in Business Administration 239A
Asset Pricing Theory: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022 Study of the financial decisions made by firms and the effect of such decisions on observables. These can include debt/equity ratios, dividend policies, or the cross section of returns. In addition, corporate finance considers conflicts of interest between shareholders and managers and between different financial claimants. Corporate Finance Theory: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Graduate course in contract or game theory recommended
Additional Format: Three hours of lecture per week.
Formerly known as: Ph.D. in Business Administration 239DB
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Terms offered: Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022 Introduction and guide to issues in empirical asset pricing. Students learn key features of asset-price behavior and study how researchers test various theoretical models from finance and economics, focusing on advantages and disadvantages of research designs. Intuition behind practical econometric tools is developed and applied to asset pricing questions. By critically evaluating research, students determine which characteristics of an empirical paper influence the finance profession. Empirical Asset Pricing: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Graduate level econometrics recommended
Additional Format: Three hours of seminar per week.
Formerly known as: Ph.D. in Business Administration 239C
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Terms offered: Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022, Fall 2020, Spring 2020 This course provides a theoretical and empirical treatment of the core topics in corporate finance including internal corporate investment; external corporate investment (mergers and acquisitions); capital structure and financial contracting; bankruptcy; corporate governance. Empirical Corporate Finance: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: ECON 240A -240B or equivalent
Credit Restrictions: Students who have passed ECON 234C are not eligible to also receive credit for passing ECON C234C .
Instructor: Malmendier
Also listed as: ECON C234C
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Terms offered: Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023 Advanced study in the field of Finance. Topics will vary from year to year and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Research Seminar in Finance: Read More [+]
Research Seminar in Finance: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2013, Fall 2011 Advanced study in the field of Operations Management with an emphasis on the interface between Operations Management and Marketing. Specific topics will vary from year to year. Doctoral Seminar in Operations Management I: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Economics 201A; Industrical Engineering and Operations Research 262A; 263A; 250, 253 or 254
Doctoral Seminar in Operations Management I: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2013, Fall 2011 Advanced study in the field of Operations Management with an emphasis on the interface between Operations Management and Marketing. Specific topics will vary from year to year. Doctoral Seminar in Operations Management II: Read More [+]
Doctoral Seminar in Operations Management II: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2014 Advanced study in the field of operations management with an emphasis on the role of rational consumer behavior. Specific topics will vary year to year. Doctoral Seminar in Management III: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Indrustial Engineering and Operations Research 262A, 263A, 250 or 253 or 254, and Economics 201A
Doctoral Seminar in Management III: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022 Review of the research literature of micro-organizational behavior, including its social psychological and psychological foundations. Topics include: job design, work attitudes, organizational commitment, organizational culture, control and participation in organizations, creativity, personality, socialization leadership, industrial organization psychology. Research in Micro-Organizational Behavior: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Ph.D. student or consent of instructor
Formerly known as: Business Administration 254A
Research in Micro-Organizational Behavior: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Fall 2022, Fall 2020 Review of the research literature of macro-organizational behavior, including its sociological and economic foundations. Topics include: social networks, organizational culture, status hierarchies, social influence, innovation and organizational diversity. Research Seminar in Macro-Organizational Behavior: Read More [+]
Formerly known as: Business Administration 254B
Research Seminar in Macro-Organizational Behavior: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2023, Fall 2021, Spring 2005 Review of the research literature of macro-organizational behavior, including its sociological and economic foundations. Topics include: social networks, organizational culture, status hierarchies, social influence, innovation and organizational diversity. Research Workshop on Macro Organizational Behavior: Read More [+]
Research Workshop on Macro Organizational Behavior: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2020 Advanced study in the field of behavioral science. Topics will vary from year to year and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Research Seminar in Behavioral Science: Read More [+]
Repeat rules: Course may be repeated for credit without restriction. Students may enroll in multiple sections of this course within the same semester.
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - 1.5 hours of colloquium per week
Additional Format: One and one-half hours of colloquium per week.
Research Seminar in Behavioral Science: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023 Advanced study in the field of Management of Organizations. Topics will vary from year to year and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Research Seminar in Management of Organizations: Read More [+]
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - 0.5-3 hours of seminar per week
Additional Format: One-half to three hours of seminar per week.
Research Seminar in Management of Organizations: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Spring 2022, Fall 2018 Advanced topics seminar intended principally for Ph.D. students but open to advanced MBA students. Seminar in Marketing: Buyer Behavior: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor
Formerly known as: Business Administration 269A
Seminar in Marketing: Buyer Behavior: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2023, Spring 2021, Spring 2019 Advanced topics seminar intended principally for Ph.D. students but open to advanced MBA students. Seminar in Marketing: Choice Modeling: Read More [+]
Formerly known as: Business Administration 269B
Seminar in Marketing: Choice Modeling: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2022, Fall 2020, Fall 2018 Advanced topics seminar intended principally for Ph.D. students but open to advanced MBA students. This section will focus on marketing theory and the development of marketing thought. (Course offered alternate years.) Seminar in Marketing: Marketing Strategy: Read More [+]
Formerly known as: Business Administration 269C
Seminar in Marketing: Marketing Strategy: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022 Review of special research topics in marketing not ordinarily covered in BA 269A, 269B, 269C. Content varies from year to year. (Course offered alternate years.) Special Research Topics in Marketing: Read More [+]
Formerly known as: Business Administration 269D
Special Research Topics in Marketing: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2020 Advanced study in the field of behavioral science. Topics will vary from year to year and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Seminar in Marketing: Behavioral Science: Read More [+]
Seminar in Marketing: Behavioral Science: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023 Advanced study in the field of Marketing. Topics will vary from year to year and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Research Seminar in Marketing: Read More [+]
Research Seminar in Marketing: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2015, Fall 2014, Fall 2013 This seminar features current research of faculty, from UC Berkeley and elsewhere, and of advanced doctoral students who are investigating the efficacy of economic and non-economic forms of organization. An interdisciplinary perspective--combining aspects of law, economics, and organization--is maintained. Markets, hierarchies, hybrids, bureaus, and the supporting institutions of law and politics all come under scrutiny. The aspiration is to progressively build toward a new science of organization. Workshop in Institutional Analysis: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Economics 100 or 101; Business Administration 110 or equivalent; or consent of instructor
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - 2 hours of lecture per week
Additional Format: Two hours of Lecture per week for 15 weeks.
Also listed as: ECON C225
Workshop in Institutional Analysis: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2024 The course focuses on collective action phenomena, their connections to material conditions, their consequences for public policy, and their impact on economic performance and welfare. The focus is broad, covering mainly theory while tracing testable implications and occasionally delving into empirical evidence. Topics include conflict, state formation, state capacity, collective decision-making, voting, lobbying, theories of influence and corruption, the efficiency of democracy, political selection, electoral discipline and political accountability. Political Economy: Frameworks: Read More [+]
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Terms offered: Spring 2024 This course is designed to help students understand the role of the government in addressing market failures and improving social welfare. The course has two broad objectives. The first is to develop an in depth understanding of empirical methods and research designs that are commonly used in applied microeconomics. The second is to familiarize students with important empirical findings and lines of inquiry at the frontier (and intersection) of public economics and industrial organization. Theories of the Firm and Market Failures: Read More [+]
Theories of the Firm and Market Failures: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2023 This graduate course in political economy addresses the interactions among citizens, profit-maximizing firms and a vast class of non-market agents, such as governments, public administration and regulatory institutions. The class emphasizes the operative implications of non-market institutions in affecting and constraining firm strategy and individual behavior. Topics and cases cover economic and political institutions, economic policy, lobbying, clientelism, bureaucracy , regulation, antitrust, activism and the media. We corroborate the analytical framework with real-world applications, ranging from the US historical experience to cross-country comparisons, to develop insight in interpreting fundamental politico-economic constraints. Political Economy: Empirics: Read More [+]
Additional Format: Two hours of lecture per week.
Political Economy: Empirics: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2023 The main focus of this course is on the economic institutions of capitalism. These institutions are studied in relation to the development of the state and the interplay of political and economic elites in the process that led to the Industrial Revolution. To properly conceptualize that process and get a long-run perspective, we use a comparative approach across regions of the world and over different historical periods. The Economic Institutions of Capitalism in Historical Perspective: Read More [+]
Formerly known as: Ph.D. in Business Administration 279D
The Economic Institutions of Capitalism in Historical Perspective: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023 Advanced study in the field of Business and Public Policy. Topics will vary from year to year and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Research Seminar in Business and Public Policy: Read More [+]
Research Seminar in Business and Public Policy: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2020, Fall 2018, Fall 2016, Spring 2016, Fall 2015 Study of innovation, technical change, and intellectual property, including the industrial organization and performance of high-technology industries and firms; the use of economic, patent, and other bibliometric data for the analysis of technical change; legal and economic issues of intellectual property rights; science and technology policy; and the contributions of innovation and diffusion to economic growth. Methods of analysis are both theoretical and empirical, econometric and case study. Economics of Innovation: Read More [+]
Also listed as: ECON C222
Economics of Innovation: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022 Doctoral real estate seminar, covering topics related to real estate investment, finance, and market analysis. The course is rigorous and technical, applying financial and economic analysis to the subject areas of real estate finance, urban real estate economics, and real estate evaluation. Doctoral Seminar in Real Estate: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Ph.D. equivalents of micro and macro economics, finance/or accounting, statistics and econometrics
Repeat rules: Course may be repeated for credit with instructor consent.
Formerly known as: Business Administration 289A
Doctoral Seminar in Real Estate: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023 Advanced study in the field of Real Estate. Topics will vary from year to year and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Research Seminar in Real Estate: Read More [+]
Research Seminar in Real Estate: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Prior to 2007 The course begins with individual decision making under uncertainty, and goes on to cover game theory, including both static and dynamic games with perfect, imperfect, and incomplete information. The course also covers market equilibrium with uncertainty and imperfect information, including topics such as signalling, screening, adverse selection, and moral hazard. Research and Theory in Business: Economics and Management Science: Read More [+]
Credit Restrictions: Course is required for first year students in accounting, finance, and management science.
Formerly known as: Business Administration 292A
Research and Theory in Business: Economics and Management Science: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2023, Fall 2021, Spring 2021 The focus is upon defining a research problem, designing and employing specialized techniques to solve the problem. Topics will include concepts of causality, analysis of variance; experimental design; survey research; observation and multivariate analytical techniques. Research and Theory in Business: Behavioral Science: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Ph.D. student or consent of instructor; previous work in statistics and probability theory
Formerly known as: Business Administration 292B
Research and Theory in Business: Behavioral Science: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023 Advanced study in the field of Business Administration. Topics will vary from year to year and will be announced at the beginning of each semester. Doctoral Topics in Business Administration: Read More [+]
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - .5-3 hours of lecture per week
Summer: 6 weeks - 1.5-7.5 hours of lecture per week
Additional Format: to Three hours of Lecture per week for 15 weeks. One and one-half to Seven and one-half hours of Lecture per week for 6 weeks.
Doctoral Topics in Business Administration: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Summer 2015 10 Week Session, Summer 2012 10 Week Session, Spring 2011 Individual Research in Business Problems: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: PhD student standing and consent of instructor
Credit Restrictions: Forty-five hours of work per unit per term.
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - 0-12 hours of independent study per week
Summer: 6 weeks - 0-20 hours of independent study per week 8 weeks - 0-24 hours of independent study per week
Additional Format: Zero to twelve hours of independent study per week. Zero to twenty four hours of independent study per week for 8 weeks. Zero to twenty hours of independent study per week for 6 weeks.
Individual Research in Business Problems: Read Less [-]
Terms offered: Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022 This course will cover the broad range of knowledge and skills necessary to teach in top business schools. Teaching business effectively requires a myriad of pedagogical styles and techniques, as well as the confidence and preparation necessary to convey the course material. This course seeks to prepare doctoral students for careers as faculty in business schools, giving them the insight and experience that will make their first courses successful ones. Students will learn effective teaching strategies by observing faculty mentors, reading pedagogical texts, and openly discussing the challenges and rewards of business instruction with experienced faculty and graduate student instructors. Teaching Business: Read More [+]
Subject/Course Level: Ph.D. in Business Administration/Professional course for teachers or prospective teachers
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Terms offered: Spring 2010, Spring 2009, Spring 2008 Individual study in consultation with the major field adviser, intended to provide an opportunity for qualified students to prepare themselves for the various examinations required of candidates for the Ph.D. degree. Individual Study for Doctoral Students: Read More [+]
Prerequisites: Graduate standing
Credit Restrictions: Course does not satisfy unit or residence requirements for doctoral degree.
Repeat rules: Course may be repeated for credit up to a total of 16 units.
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - 1-8 hours of independent study per week
Summer: 8 weeks - 5.5-45 hours of independent study per week
Additional Format: One to Eight hour of Independent study per week for 15 weeks. Five and one-half to hours of Independent study per week for 8 weeks.
Subject/Course Level: Ph.D. in Business Administration/Graduate examination preparation
Formerly known as: Business Administration 602
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Terms offered: Spring 2024, Spring 2023, Spring 2022 This is an independent study course for international students doing internships under the Curricular Practical Training program. Requires a paper exploring how the theoretical constructs learned in academic courses were applied during the internship. Curricular Practical Training Internship: Read More [+]
Fall and/or spring: 15 weeks - 0 hours of independent study per week
Summer: 10 weeks - 0 hours of independent study per week
Additional Format: Zero hour of independent study per week. Zero hour of independent study per week for 10 weeks.
Curricular Practical Training Internship: Read Less [-]
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Boston University
Boston University’s PhD in Business Administration & Management program trains scholars to develop and test management theories that contribute to management education and practice. Students acquire advanced knowledge of literature and theory in their major area of specialization as well as solid grounding in a minor (for example, a social science discipline such as sociology, economics, or political science) that broadens their foundation. Students also gain theoretical and practical knowledge of advanced research skills, essential for publishing in leading academic journals.
The PhD in Business Administration & Management program ensures that students develop an appreciation of the role of their research domain in managerial and organizational contexts, and can translate their learning from scholarly research into effective teaching. Our faculty, which has earned worldwide recognition for its scholarly and applied research, is the school’s major resource for doctoral education. Their commitment to advancing management knowledge through research published in top journals, and improving the quality of teaching, enables them to effectively mentor doctoral students, who, in close collaboration with faculty, are part of the intellectual capital of the school.
The PhD curriculum has the following learning goals. Students will:
After matriculation into the PhD program, a candidate for the degree must register for and satisfactorily complete a minimum of 64 graduate-level credits at Boston University. More courses may be needed, depending on departmental requirements.
The curriculum provides the graduate with a combination of major and minor foci which incorporates both the depth and breadth of knowledge and research skills required to contribute to management research. It creates the capacity for learning and innovation in the face of rapid changes in the social, economic, technical, and political contexts of management. The curriculum has the following specific learning goals:
Students must:
The minimum course requirement is 16 courses (64 credits).
Course choices must be approved by the department liaison prior to registration each semester. The department liaison must also approve whether courses will be accepted as meeting the requirements for classification as major, minor, or research methodology courses. In the fall of the first year, all students are automatically registered for DS 906 Philosophy and Science of Research. All students must take a noncredit teaching intensive prior to the start of their third year.
Candidates are required to complete five courses in research methods and design. Students, with the advice and approval of department liaisons, will choose these courses. Courses may be taken at the Questrom School of Business or may be selected from appropriate courses offered in other disciplines at the University.
At least two of the five research methodology courses must be taken from the following list of approved Methods Core courses:
Students must acquire advanced knowledge of literature and theory in their area of specialization (the major). Such competence is gained by coursework, participation in seminars, and independent study. Candidates must complete five doctoral courses in the major area and pass a qualifying examination at the end of their coursework.
Students are encouraged to choose a minor that draws on one or more of the social sciences that management theories draw on: for example, sociology, psychology, economics, and political science. Minor area courses may be selected from doctoral-level courses, including independent studies, from any department at the Questrom School of Business (other than the major area), or from other graduate departments at the University. The four-course minor may also be custom-designed as an interdisciplinary conceptual area with the advice and consent of the department liaison. For example, a student may define the minor as “human behavior” and take four doctoral-level courses in psychology, anthropology, and sociology to meet the requirement.
All students are required to take QST DS 906 Philosophy and Science of Research.
Note that this information may change at any time. Read the full terms of use .
Boston University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
50+ Management Research Topic Ideas To Fast-Track Your Project
Finding and choosing a strong research topic is the critical first step when it comes to crafting a high-quality dissertation, thesis or research project. If you’ve landed on this post, chances are you’re looking for a business/management-related research topic , but aren’t sure where to start. Here, we’ll explore a variety of research ideas and topic thought-starters for management-related research degrees (MBAs/DBAs, etc.). These research topics span management strategy, HR, finance, operations, international business and leadership.
NB – This is just the start…
The topic ideation and evaluation process has multiple steps . In this post, we’ll kickstart the process by sharing some research topic ideas within the management domain. This is the starting point, but to develop a well-defined research topic, you’ll need to identify a clear and convincing research gap , along with a well-justified plan of action to fill that gap.
If you’re new to the oftentimes perplexing world of research, or if this is your first time undertaking a formal academic research project, be sure to check out our free dissertation mini-course. In it, we cover the process of writing a dissertation or thesis from start to end. Be sure to also sign up for our free webinar that explores how to find a high-quality research topic.
While the ideas we’ve presented above are a decent starting point for finding a business-related research topic, they are fairly generic and non-specific. So, it helps to look at actual dissertations and theses to see how this all comes together.
Below, we’ve included a selection of research projects from various management-related degree programs (e.g., MBAs, DBAs, etc.) to help refine your thinking. These are actual dissertations and theses, written as part of Master’s and PhD-level programs, so they can provide some useful insight as to what a research topic looks like in practice.
Looking at these titles, you can probably pick up that the research topics here are quite specific and narrowly-focused , compared to the generic ones presented earlier. This is an important thing to keep in mind as you develop your own research topic. That is to say, to create a top-notch research topic, you must be precise and target a specific context with specific variables of interest . In other words, you need to identify a clear, well-justified research gap.
If you’d like hands-on help to speed up your topic ideation process and ensure that you develop a rock-solid research topic, check our our Topic Kickstarter service below.
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Effect of Leadership, computerized accounting systems, risk management and monitoring on the quality of financial Reports among listed banks
May you assist on a possible PhD topic on analyzing economic behaviours within environmental, climate and energy domains, from a gender perspective. I seek to further investigate if/to which extent policies in these domains can be deemed economically unfair from a gender perspective, and whether the effectiveness of the policies can be increased while striving for inequalities not being perpetuated.
healthy work environment and employee diversity, technological innovations and their role in management practices, cultural difference affecting advertising, honesty as a company policy, an analysis of the relationships between quality management and customer satisfaction in subscription based business model,business corruption cases. That I was selected from the above topics.
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At the intersection of innovation, technology and business, Saunders faculty consistently publish their research in elite journals across the following three Ph.D. specialty areas.
Learn more about Saunders Research , faculty expertise and published scholarship from Business Administration Ph.D. program faculty.
Our faculty members have expertise in a variety of areas and their research often reside at the intersection of technology and data. Faculty regularly collaborate within and outside of their discipline and publish in premier journals in the field. The following areas broadly represent faculty research interests:
Research Spotlight - Digital Transformation, with Emi Moriuchi
Research Spotlight - Digital Transformation, with Sean Hansen
Research Spotlight - Digital Transformation, with Ali Tosyali
Research Spotlight - Digital Transformation, with Manlu Liu
View Digital Transformation Ph.D. Faculty for Digital Transformation
Our faculty members have a broad research expertise in finance and accounting. They have published research papers in a myriad of research topics and you will have the opportunity to explore the following fields.
Research Spotlight - Finance and Accounting, with Archana Jain
Research Spotlight - Finance and Accounting, with Ashok Robin
Research Spotlight - Finance and Accounting, with Rong Yang
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Our faculty members have expertise in a variety of areas and their research often reside at the intersection of strategy and innovation. Faculty have published research papers in a myriad of research topics that address some facet of strategic management of technology and innovation. You will have the opportunity to partner with faculty members in the following areas:
Research Spotlight - Strategy and Innovation, with Richard DeJordy
Research Spotlight - Strategy and Innovation, with Zhi Tang
Research Spotlight - Strategy and Innovation, with Clyde Eiríkur Hull
Research Spotlight - Strategy and Innovation, with Ettore Spadafora
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The inherent fluctuating dynamics of business administration can be equated to a strict mentor chastising aspiring students who are keen to outvie the competitive business landscape by urging them to assiduously adopt the mutating patterns and swiftly respond to evolving business trends. Therefore, business professionals should acclimatize to this admonition by engaging in lifelong learning and formulate practical strategies required to flourish in a budding business environment. Since the field of Business Administration adorns the essence of transformation, challenges and opportunities are ubiquitous elements in the multifaceted corporate realm. Therefore, it is imperative for professionals pursuing a Professional Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) to undertake in research topics that not only combat the compelling challenges but also contributes to the progression of knowledge and practice in the field.
Conducting research serves as the prominent hallmark of a Professional Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) that strengthens the wisdom and aptitude of an aspiring business professional in the field of business administration. It not only allows them to make significant contributions to the prevailing body of knowledge by imparting new ideas, concepts, and theories but it also enables them to bridge the gap by discerning incomprehensible areas by performing detailed researches in order to generate insights that can be applied to real-world business situations. Research topics bestow the adroitness required to enhance corporate efficiency, competitiveness, and sustainability. These topics improve their knowledge, enhance their professional skills, and enables them to stay updated with the current trends and developments in the field of business administration.
When pursuing a Professional Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) the student should be aware of the fact the chosen research topic should be inspiring, pertinent, and address modern challenges faced by the corporate world. The need for research topics in a Professional Doctorate in Business Administration is basically for the advancement of knowledge needed to navigate intricate business challenges that results in driving business success. It improves professional skills like decision-making and effective leadership enabling one to achieve professional recognition and career advancement.
In this blog, we will explore ten captivating research topics that can help professionals deepen their understanding of the business realm while providing them with the opportunity to discover innovative resolutions and approaches. These research topics focuses on areas that can shape the future of business administration and drive positive outcomes in various sectors.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and its Effect on Investor Relationships
This research topic throws light into the intricate interdependence and interactions between organizations and their investors while highlighting the effects of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives on an organization's status, commercial value and lasting sustainability. With this research an individual can delve into the tactics used by organizations to effectively engage investors through CSR and the consequences of such engagements.
Leadership Approach in the Digital Era
This topic showcases the numerous leadership approaches and its effect on the digital revolution era. It will give a comprehensive knowledge on how adopting these leadership styles can enable professionals to pilot virtual teams, foster innovation, and bring forth organizational transformation in the digital era.
Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
Emotional intelligence is imperative for effective leadership; therefore, this research topic will draw attention to the influence of emotional intelligence capabilities on managerial roles required to lead teams and improve employee engagement. This topic will give a clear understanding of the complex relationship between emotions, leadership, and company success.
Implementation of Artificial Intelligence in Business
This research topic accentuates the importance of embracing and implementing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for organizational success. It will provide a thorough comprehension of AI transformation and its implications on organizational operations, employee engagement, and consumer experiences.
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
This research topic illuminates the practices and tactics that enable organizations to embrace ecologically responsible supply chain management practices. By understanding and discerning the challenges and opportunities linked with implementing sustainable ideologies into supply chain management one can enhance environmentally responsible business practices.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Evolving Markets
This topic enables professionals to investigate the dynamic forces of entrepreneurship and innovation in the ever-changing and evolving market. It highlights those aspects that aid or hamper entrepreneurial actions and the impact of innovation on the growth and expansion of the business landscape.
The Impact of Organizational Culture on Employee Performance
It is crucial to understand the impact of an organization’s culture on employees conduct, motivation, and productivity. This research topic allows one to evaluate the vital connection between cultural dimensions and organizational outcomes along with the complex interplay between culture and organizational success.
Managing Diversity and Inclusion in Global Organizations
This research topic brings into light the drawbacks and approaches for effectually managing diversity and inclusion in global organizations. It allows professionals to evaluate the influence of diversity on organizational performance and the implementation of inclusive leadership in nurturing a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Ethical Decision-Making
This research topic highlights the importance of ethical decision-making in the organization and the aspects that stimulate ethical behavior such as ethical leadership, organizational culture, and industry models which enhances the understanding of how businesses steer clear from various ethical challenges and encourage corporate social responsibility.
Corporate Governance and Financial Performance
This research topic allows one to analyze the association between corporate governance and financial performance by understanding various governance structures, board characteristics, and investor involvement one can uncover the impact of corporate governance on firm value, profitability, and long-term sustainability.
In conclusion, choosing the right research topic when pursuing a Professional Doctorate in Business Administration serves as the stepping stone of creating a lasting impression in the field of business. These ten research topics coveres a range of present-day business problems and offer abundant opportunities for comprehensive investigation and knowledge generation. One should choose the right research topic that matches with their relevant field of interest and proficiency in order to embark on a professional advancement of making a lasting impact in the world of business.
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Are you the right fit for the Business Administration PhD at UMass Boston? The program’s distinguishing feature is the collegial spirit and noncompetitive nature of the community, where students collaborate on projects and assist each other and participate in joint research with faculty. Our informal atmosphere and open-door policy encourage students to engage in conversation with faculty or continue seminar discussions with distinguished visitors beyond the allotted class time and space.
To prepare for the academic path, students participate in a teaching seminar and practicum in their second year and then are offered opportunities to teach a variety of undergraduate courses. Career development workshops are also offered, and focus on topics such as writing research grants, the interviewing process, and delivering a successful research talk. Three distinct tracks of this program are available to suit the differing needs of PhD candidates: Organizations and Social Change (OSC) , Finance , and Information Systems for Data Science and Management .
Work for a prestigious business school as a professor or researcher. Become a consultant for a government agency whose work speaks to you. Or, use your entrepreneurial spirit and know-how to launch your own successful business. These are just a few of the possibilities a Business Administration PhD offers.
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UMass Boston's Business Administration PhD - Finance track is a full-time, in-residence program lasting 4 to 5 years. The program prepares students to be academic researchers, tenure-track professors, or for careers in government organizations and the private sector.
The finance track provides a unique curriculum. It’s taught by both accounting and finance faculty and demands competency tests in both subject areas. Additionally, the curriculum has been updated to include state-of-the-art classes in data science (natural language processing, machine learning, and textual analysis). This new emphasis on data science provides students the tools needed to differentiate their research in a very competitive area. Learn more about students' job placements .
Students accepted into the program generally qualify for a stipend ($31,000 per year for four years, subject to satisfactory academic progress) and full tuition credits. Students may also apply for grants for conference participation. Travel grants annually fund academic conference presentations. Additionally, teaching opportunities and summer internships at financial institutions are encouraged to complement the stipend.
Small class sizes (4-6 students) allow closer interaction with faculty publishing in top-ranked journals to develop research niches. We organized international conferences to signal that competence ( Corporate Social Responsibility in 2019, 2021, and 2023 ). Mindful of the teaching career – a course on teaching skills is also part of the required curriculum. Recognizing the diverse insights other disciplines may bring, students can attend classes from two additional tracks of our PhD Business Administration program – the Organizations & Social Change and Information Systems for Data Science track. Competency tests in Accounting are also part of the required curriculum.
The finance program track is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a full-time doctoral program specializing in areas such as:
The program is designed to give students a solid foundation in finance, economics, accounting, and econometrics in the first year through coursework. The intensity of the coursework takes into consideration that applicants come from multiple disciplines. To proceed, students take a qualifying exam in the summer of their first year. The second year is dedicated solely to seminar courses, with some covering investments, asset pricing, corporate finance, and accounting. Courses are designed to prepare students for taking on instructor duties in their third year.
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Our faculty has published in the most prestigious journals in finance and accounting. Recent publications include articles listed in the FT-50 list of the highest-ranked journals in business, including in Journal of Finance, Journal of Financial Economics, Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, Management Science, Journal of Accounting Research, Accounting Review, Journal of Business Ethics, and Journal of International Business Studies.
Learn more about the Accounting & Finance faculty.
Data analytics has become a critical need in industries ranging from health care and financial services to marketing and government. Leveraging the strengths of the College of Management's faculty, the University of Massachusetts Boston is offering a cutting-edge and flexible doctoral program in this field.
Positioned at the intersection of technology, business, and strategy, UMass Boston's Business Administration PhD - Information Systems for Data Science and Management track allows students to have a holistic view of data science and its role in the competition. Students will get exposed to various state-of-art research streams in information systems and data science, with a relative focus on data analytical techniques from a design science perspective and the application and management of data analytics in business settings from an organizational perspective. The program offers students the flexibility to investigate other topics they find interesting in data science and technology fields.
All students with master's degrees who are interested in information technology and data analytics are welcome to apply. Students with degrees in quantitative fields such as statistics, economics, math, computer science, management sciences, information systems, and other related disciplines are particularly encouraged to apply. A master's degree in these related fields is a plus, although not required. Previous full-time working experiences in related positions are also a plus.
Rapid increases in the amount of published data results in a data deluge that imposes significant challenges in data analytics. By offering a carefully tailored combination of courses in information technology, applied statistics, and business analytics, our PhD program provides rigorous and in-depth courses of study with emphasis on various research methodologies, tools for data analytics, and relevant academic skill sets involving research design, literature review, theoretical development, empirical validation, and academic writing. Our program also provides students with extensive knowledge in the various emerging research areas in information systems (IS) field through IS research seminars and research collaboration opportunities with faculty members.
Academic advisors will help students configure a program of study which includes a rigorous sequence of courses in a variety of research methodologies, theories, and topics. Students will develop theoretical and methodological competencies in a variety of topics in the field of information systems and data science. Students will develop teaching competences through the teaching seminar, GA assignments to support a professor, and independently deliver courses. In addition to course work, students will actively engage in research with faculty members.
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More than a dozen dedicated faculty members are devoted to student learning, with additional faculty serving in supporting roles. They are leaders in their fields who regularly publish scholarly articles in top academic journals. The program involves close, apprentice-like working relationships with faculty members, and students are introduced early to the world of conferences and publishing. Doctoral students are paired with faculty advisors based on their area of interest. This intense mentorship program allows students to learn the crafts of research and teaching in a highly collaborative environment. A sampling of faculty projects includes:
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There are two main career opportunities for the individuals graduated from this program. They can pursue a career in academia as a faculty member or join an organization as a data scientist. In the first case, they can educate other data scientists and conduct state of the art research to be published in peer-reviewed journals.
For the second, students can become data scientists who use the acquired knowledge to excel the effectiveness of data collection and analytics in their organization and improve its competitiveness in today’s economy.
UMass Boston's Business Administration PhD - Organizations and Social Change (OSC) program has gained a strong international reputation for its distinctive focus on issues at the intersection of business and society and its explicit commitment to diverse perspectives, theories, and methodologies. The program examines how business and organizations structure societies, economies, and our identities, sometimes in harmful ways, but also how business and organizations can be engines for positive change.
This full-time, on-campus program is led by a high-quality faculty who are committed to supportive supervision and mentoring of students. Students are eligible for four years of financial support and enjoy opportunities to collaborate with faculty on research projects. Graduates of the program, which is primarily designed to train students for academic careers, have secured positions in well-known universities, while others have pursued successful careers in consulting and nonprofits.
The program is part of the AACSB-accredited College of Management at UMass Boston. The university is guided by a mission of social justice and community involvement. It is an extraordinary place to learn about the relevance of business and organizations in addressing societal issues.
The Organizations and Social Change program track is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a full-time doctoral program specializing in areas such as:
Prospective students with prior degrees in management, sociology, economics, political science, or other relevant areas are encouraged to apply. Most successful applicants have a master’s degree. Prior research experience (e.g., data analysis, literature reviews, academic writing) is highly recommended. Students accepted into the program are offered full tuition credits and a $31,000 stipend to help defray living costs for up to four years. Summer stipends of $6,000 are also available annually to all qualified students. Travel grants annually fund academic conference presentations.
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Doctoral students are paired with faculty advisors based on their area of interest. This intense mentorship program allows students to learn the crafts of research and teaching in a highly collaborative environment. Students are introduced early to academic research and publishing. Current and former PhD students of the OSC track regularly publish in highly regarded journals, typically together with faculty, and have been involved in impactful community projects and action-oriented research.
Faculty of the OSC track possess international reputations in their fields and are actively engaged in academic and practice-oriented research, and publishing in highly regarded outlets on inequality, sustainability, social entrepreneurship, and diversity. Their expertise in organizations and social change brings them into close contact with business, entrepreneurs, government agencies, and nonprofits.
This year, Professor Maureen Scully was awarded the highly prestigious Joanne Martin Trailblazer Award from the Organization and Management Theory Division of the Academy of Management (2020). She also won the Donald Shephard Endowed Award for Research, College of Management, UMass Boston (2020).
Students in the OSC track will be positioned to pursue academic careers at universities and research institutions. Program graduates have successfully published in highly regarded academic journals and found excellent academic positions at institutions in North America and Europe.
The OSC PhD degree has qualified students for faculty positions in various departments, including entrepreneurship, strategy, management, and public affairs. They teach courses in organization theory, strategy, business and society, sustainability, business ethics, and international business. Several graduates have taken leadership positions in nonprofit organizations, research centers, and consulting.
How to apply.
Applicants need to submit a current résumé or CV, a statement of purpose, a writing sample, three letters of recommendation, official transcripts of all prior academic work, official GMAT or GRE scores, and, if appropriate, an official TOEFL or IELTS score. Provide these materials directly to the Graduate Admissions Office.
Writing Sample:
Please submit with your application one or two selected samples of prior academic writings. Such writings could include course papers from your master’s program, research papers, conference papers, or other types of manuscripts. Length is not important, but these typically range between 2,000 and 10,000 words. Please select papers written by you (solo-authored) that best showcase your ability to tackle a relevant research topic by using or developing analytical frameworks or theories, referencing other people’s work, and using empirical evidence (if applicable).
Applicants need to submit a current résumé or CV, a statement of purpose, three letters of recommendation, official transcripts of all prior academic work, a writing sample, official GMAT or GRE scores, and, if appropriate an official TOEFL or IELTS score.
Statement of Purpose: With your application, please submit a statement of purpose, including a mini-research proposal on an OSC topic that reflects the goals of the program. Your mini- proposal should be about 5 pages long, and it should include the following elements:
Note that you are not committing to a PhD topic at this point; your goal is to demonstrate your current thinking and capabilities in research. The mini-proposal will help us determine some of your potential interests and your aptitude for doing research.
Writing Sample: Please submit with your application one or two selected samples of prior academic writings. Such writings could include course papers from your master’s program, research papers, conference papers, or other types of manuscripts. Length is not important, but these typically range between 2,000 and 10,000 words. Please select papers that are written by you (solo-authored), and which best showcase your ability to tackle a relevant research topic by using or developing analytical frameworks or theories, referencing other people’s work, and using empirical evidence (if applicable).
Finance: February 15 for Fall 2024
Information Systems for Data Science and Management: We are currently not accepting applications for this track. The next admittance for this track will be for Fall 2025.
Organizations and Social Change (OSC): We are currently not accepting applications for this track. The next admittance for this track will be for Fall 2025.
Application Fee: The nonrefundable application fee is $75. UMass Boston alumni and current students that plan to complete degree requirements prior to graduate enrollment can submit the application without paying the application fee.
Program Cost Information: Please refer to Cost & Aid - Graduate Students for more information. For additional information regarding tuition and fees, please visit the Bursar’s Office or email [email protected] .
Core courses (6 credits).
Complete three additional BUSADM courses.
At least one course must be from below.
Complete three additional courses chosen with faculty advisor approval.
Track courses (18 credits).
Complete six additional courses chosen with approval of the faculty advisor.
Program requirements - finance track.
Complete a minimum of 57 credits from at least sixteen courses including two core courses, ten track courses, three electives, and twelve credits of dissertation research.
Doctoral candidacy: Pass qualifying exams at the end of the first and second years. Dissertation: Compose and defend a dissertation based on original research. Project: Complete a summer project.
Statute of limitations: Eight years.
Complete a minimum of 54 credits from at least 15 courses including two core courses, nine track courses, three electives, and twelve credits of dissertation research.
Doctoral candidacy: Pass a qualifying exam taken at the end of the second year. Dissertation: Compose and defend a dissertation based on original research. Project: Complete a summer project.
Complete a minimum of 54 credits from at least 15 courses including two core courses, six track courses, six electives, and twelve credits of dissertation research.
Doctoral candidacy: Pass a qualifying exam by the end of the second year. Dissertation: Compose and defend a dissertation based on original research. Project: Complete a summer project after the first year.
As a candidate in the Business Administration PhD, you will:
Learning Outcomes: OSC Track
The OSC PhD track will prepare students to pursue academic and research careers and have a broader impact on the world by engaging with the media and organizational practice. Students will learn how to:
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Theses and dissertations published by graduate students in the Business Administration program, College of Business, Old Dominion University, since Fall 2016 are available in this collection. Backfiles of all dissertations (and some theses) have also been added.
In late Fall 2023 or Spring 2024, all theses will be digitized and available here. In the meantime, consult the Library Catalog to find older items in print.
Dissertation: Two Essays on Industry Tournament Incentives , Sarah Almisher
Dissertation: Two Essays on Investor Sentiment , Amin Amoulashkarian
Dissertation: Two Essays on Retail Trading , Qiqi Liang
Dissertation: Two Essays in Real Estate Dynamics , Navid Safari
Dissertation: Firm Capabilities, Great Power Competition, and the Structural Reshaping of Globalization , Samuel Wilson
Dissertation: Three Essays on Stock Price Informativeness, Stock Price Momentum, and Firm Investment Efficiency , Chen Chen
Dissertation: Exploring Blockchain-Based Digital Transformation In Organizations , Weiru Chen
Dissertation: Two Essays on Antecedents and Effects of Award-Winning CEOS , Veronika Ciarleglio
Dissertation: Two’s a Crowd? Implications of Economic Geography for Corporate Governance , Matthew Farrell
Dissertation: Two Essays on the Effects of CEO Social Activism , Habib Islam
Dissertation: Two Essays on the Role of Empathy in Consumer Response to User-Generated Content , Mohammadali Koorank Beheshti
Dissertation: Three Essays on the Effects of Other Customer Brand Tie and Employee Behavior on Consumer Behavior , Saeed Zal
Dissertation: Three Essays on CEO Traits, Corporate Investment Decisions, and Firm Value , Rongyao Zhang
Dissertation: Two Essays on Antecedents and Effects of Board Female Representation Non-Conformity , Fatemeh Askarzadeh
Dissertation: Application of Optimization Techniques in Corporate Cash Management , Venkateswara Reddy Dondeti
Dissertation: Two Essays on Corruption, FDI, and Digitalization , Mahdi Forghani Bajestani
Dissertation: Two Essays on the Information Embedded in Flow of Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) , Hamed Yousefi
Dissertation: The Influence of Mating Motives on Reliance on Form Versus Function in Product Choice , Seyed Hamid Abbassi Hosseini
Dissertation: Three Essays on CEO Characteristics and Corporate Bankruptcy , Rajib Chowdhury
Dissertation: The Effects of CEO Dismissal Risk and Skills on Risky Corporate Decisions and CEO Compensation , Son T. Dang
Dissertation: Essay 1: How We Feel: The Role of Macro-Economic Sentiment in Advertising Spending-Sales Relationship; Essay 2: It Was the Best of Times; It Was the Worst of Times: The Effect of Emotional Uncertainty and Arousal on Healthy Food Choices , Leila Khoshghadam
Dissertation: The Accumulation of IT Capability And Its Long-Term Effect on Financial Performance , Jin Ho Kim
Dissertation: Three Essays on the Roles of Review Valence and Conflict in Online Relationships , Ran Liu
Dissertation: Two Essays on the Microstructure of the Housing Market: Agents' Diffused Effort and Sellers' Behavior Bias , Zhaohui Li
Dissertation: Two Essays on CEO Overconfidence in Relation to Speed of Adjustment of Firm Financial Policy and CEO Inside Debt , Xiang Long
Dissertation: Pricing the Cloud: An Auction Approach , Yang Lu
Dissertation: Two Essays on Consumer Envy , Murong Miao
Dissertation: Two Essays on Negotiations Between Entrepreneurs and Angel Investors , Aydin Selim Oksoy
Dissertation: Two Essays on Bitcoin Price and Volume , Mohammad Bayani Khaknejad
Dissertation: Two Essays on Investor Attention, Investor Sentiment, and Earnings Pricing , Qiuye Cai
Dissertation: Success Factors Impacting Artificial Intelligence Adoption --- Perspective From the Telecom Industry in China , Hong Chen
Dissertation: Early Information Access to Alleviate Emergency Department Congestion , Anjee Gorkhali
Dissertation: Two Essays on the Consumer Acculturation Process – A Need for and Development of a Consumer Acculturation Measure , Kristina Marie Harrison
Dissertation: Three Essays on CEO Characteristics and Corporate Decisions , Trung Nguyen
Dissertation: Two Essays on the Effects of Organization Capital on Firm Behavior , Andrew Root
Dissertation: Underlying Factors Behind Generation of Different Types of User-Generated Content - Impact of Individual and Brand/Product Level Factors in Generation of Brand-Oriented Content and Community-Oriented Content , Kemal Cem Soylemez
Dissertation: Customers’ Goal-Related Behavior in Loyalty Programs , Junzhou Zhang
Dissertation: Security Risk Tolerance in Mobile Payment: A Trade-off Framework , Yong Chen
Dissertation: Numerical Framing and Emotional Arousal as Moderators of Review Valence and Consumer Choices , Anh Dang
Dissertation: Three Essays on CEO Risk Preferences, and Ability, Corporate Hedging Decisions, and Investor Sentiment , Sonik Mandal
Dissertation: Two Essays on the Creation and Success of New Ventures , Amirmahmood Amini Sedeh
Dissertation: Effectiveness of Social Media Analytics on Detecting Service Quality Metrics in the U.S. Airline Industry , Xin Tian
Dissertation: Two Essays on Value Co-Creation , Hangjun Xu
Dissertation: Two Essays on Forced CEO Turnover During Envy Merger Waves, and Dividends , Bader Almuhtadi
Dissertation: The Role of Consumer Ethnocentrism on the Effects of Domestic vs Foreign Product Failure on Post Consumption Emotions and Complaint Behaviors , Kittinand Bandhumasuta
Dissertation: The Impact of Help-Self and Help-Others Appeals Upon Participation in Clinical Research Trials , Susan Lewis Casey
Dissertation: Is Every Tweet Created Equal? A Framework to Identify Relevant Tweets for Business Research , Thad Chee
Dissertation: Three Essays on Mutual Funds, Fund Management Skills, and Investor Sentiment , Feng Dong
Dissertation: Two Essays on the Impact of Institutional Structures on Entrepreneurship: Country Level Analysis , Mehdi Sharifi Khobdeh
Dissertation: Two Essays on the Antecedents and Effects of Internationalizing Out of Emerging and Developed Economies , Mark Robert Mallon
Dissertation: From Placebo to Panacea: Exploring the Influence of Price, Suspicion, and Persuasion Knowledge on Consumers’ Perception of Quality , Vahid Rahmani
Dissertation: Essays on the El Niño Anomaly and Stock Return Predictability , Zhijun Yang
Dissertation: The Effect of XBRL and Social Media on Information Asymmetry: Evidence from Bank Loan Contracts , Dazhi Chong
Dissertation: Two Essays on CEO Inside Debt Holding in Relation to Firm Payout Policy and Financial Reporting , Asligul Erkan
Dissertation: Two Essays on The Internationalization Speed of New Ventures , Orhun Guldiken
Dissertation: Two Essays on Shareholder Base, Firm Behavior, and Firm Value , Yi Jian
Dissertation: Valence or Volume? Maximizing Online Review Influence Across Consumers, Products, and Marketing , Elika Kordrostami
Dissertation: Essays on the Equity Risk Premium , Mohamed Mehdi Rahoui
Dissertation: A Study of the Impact of Information Blackouts on the Bullwhip Effect of a Supply Chain Using Discrete-Event Simulations , Elizabeth Rasnick
Dissertation: Two Essays on Investor Emotions and Their Effects in Financial Markets , Jiancheng Shen
Dissertation: Two Studies on The Use of Information Technology in Collaborative Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment (CPFR) , David McCaw Simmonds
Dissertation: Founder CEOs and Initial Public Offerings: The Role of Narratives, Institutions and Cultural Context , Christina Helen Tupper
Dissertation: Ambidexterity: The Interplay of Supply Chain Management Competencies and Enterprise Resource Planning Systems on Organizational Performance , Serdar Turedi
Dissertation: Two Essays on Short Selling , Zhaobo Zhu
Dissertation: Buying Love Through Social Media: How Different Types Of Incentives Impact Consumers’ Online Sharing Behavior , Yueming Zou
Dissertation: Three Essays on Dividend Policy , Mehmet Deren Caliskan
Dissertation: "The Magic Formula: Scent and Brand"- The Influence of Olfactory Sensory Co-Branding on Consumer Evaluations and Experiences , Ceren Ekebas
Dissertation: The Value of Integrated Information Systems for U.S. General Hospitals , Liuliu Fu
Dissertation: Two Essays on Managerial Horizon, Cash Holdings and Earnings Management , Sanjib Guha
Dissertation: Three Essays on Opportunistic Claiming Behavior in a Services Setting: Customers and Front Line Employees Perspectives , Denis Khantimirov
Dissertation: Spillover Effects of Brand Alliance and Service Experience on Host Brands in Loyalty Program Partnerships , Gulfem Cigdem Kutlu
Dissertation: Measuring Consumer Expectations of Salesperson Unethicality: A Scale Development , Amiee Mellon
Dissertation: Essays on International Risk-Return Trade-Off Relations , Liang Meng
Dissertation: Two Essays on Investor Attention and Asset Pricing , Nadia Asmaa Nafar
Dissertation: International Venture Capital Firms Syndication and Performance: A Social Network Perspective , Amir Pezeshkan
Dissertation: Three Essays on Institutions, Entrepreneurship, and Development , Adam Smith
Dissertation: An Empirical Examination of the Antecedents and Consequences of Earnings Management in Emerging Markets , Shuji Rosey Bao
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01 May 2024
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Embarking on pursuing doctoral studies within business is not just a commitment to academic excellence but a voyage towards unparalleled professional growth and leadership.
This path, filled with challenges and opportunities, prompts aspiring scholars and seasoned executives alike with a fundamental question: to seek the breadth and depth of a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) or to delve into the theoretical rigours of a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business ? This decision, far from trivial, is a determinant of one's future career trajectory and scholarly impact.
What drives an individual to scale the academic summit in business? Is it the allure of breaking new ground through innovative research, or the ambition to ascend to the zenith of corporate leadership? How does one navigate the crossroads between applied knowledge and theoretical exploration? These thought-provoking questions underscore the essence of the choice between a DBA and a PhD in Business, each path offering a distinct journey with its unique rewards and challenges.
Doctor of Business Administration: Bridging Theory and Practise
The DBA programme stands out for its practical orientation, designed to embed advanced management theories into the realities of contemporary business . The curriculum is a blend of coursework and research, that are structured to address real-world business challenges. Students are encouraged to develop strategic thinking and leadership skills that transcend traditional academic boundaries, fostering an environment where knowledge is not just acquired but applied.
Research within a DBA programme is distinctly applied, focusing on pragmatic solutions to business problems. This involves collaborating with industries, understanding their challenges, and devising research that not only advances academic knowledge but also offers tangible benefits to the business community. The DBA curriculum often includes modules on research methodologies tailored to applied research, analysing data in business contexts, digital transformation, and the management of innovation and change , ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to lead in a complex business landscape.
PhD in Business: The Quest for Scholarly Excellence
In contrast, a PhD in Business is characterised by its emphasis on the creation of new academic knowledge. The curriculum is heavily research-focused, diving deep into theoretical models, methodologies, and the nuances of business theory. PhD students are scholars in the truest sense, dedicating themselves to extensive research that aims to push the frontiers of business academia.
The research conducted within a PhD programme is theoretical and aims to contribute to the scholarly discourse on business, addressing gaps in the existing literature and proposing new frameworks for understanding business phenomena. This academic pursuit often results in the publication of articles in top-tier journals, contributing to the global repository of business knowledge. The PhD curriculum is designed to build a strong foundation in research methodology, statistical analysis, and theoretical concept development, preparing students for careers in academia and research institutions.
Doctor of Business Administration programmes now blend leadership with innovation and global insights, while PhDs in Business address practical challenges, preparing scholars to apply theory in dynamic environments.
Dr. Lin Woon Leong
Programme Director, Doctor of Business Administration
Doctor of Business Administration: Leaders in Business and Beyond
DBA graduates are highly sought after in the business world, prized for their ability to combine academic insight with practical application. They commonly ascend to leadership roles within their organisations, leveraging their doctoral training to drive strategic initiatives and innovation. The DBA also opens doors to careers in consultancy, where graduates apply their research skills and business acumen to advise firms on complex issues.
The versatility of the DBA allows for career mobility across industries, with graduates taking on roles such as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operations Officer (COO), and other executive positions where their expertise can directly influence organisational success. Moreover, DBA holders are well-positioned to contribute to executive education, offering a bridge between academic theory and business practise through teaching and development programmes.
PhD in Business: Academia and Research
PhD graduates are the torchbearers of academic research in business, often embarking on careers as university professors, researchers, and thought leaders. The PhD is the hallmark of academic achievement, enabling individuals to contribute to the educational landscape through teaching, mentorship, and scholarly publication.
Beyond academia, PhD holders find opportunities in think tanks, governmental and non-governmental organisations, and research institutions, where they undertake complex research projects that inform policy and strategic decision-making. The PhD in Business cultivates a deep understanding of business theories and methodologies, preparing graduates to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing the business community and society at large.
Choosing between a DBA and a PhD in Business is a decision that hinges on personal career aspirations, research interests, and the impact one wishes to make in the business world or academia. You should consider the following factors:
Career Objectives
If your goal is to ascend to the highest echelons of business leadership, applying research to solve practical problems, a DBA may be your path. Conversely, if your ambition lies in academia—teaching, publishing, and contributing to theoretical knowledge—a PhD will serve you well.
Research Interests
Reflect on whether you're drawn to solving real-world business problems or you're more intrigued by theoretical questions that contribute to academic discourse. The DBA is designed for those looking to apply advanced management principles to solve practical issues, whereas the PhD focuses on theoretical research that seeks to expand the body of knowledge in business studies.
Flexibility and Time Commitment
The structure of DBA programmes often caters to working professionals, offering more flexibility in terms of coursework and research timelines. This makes it possible for candidates to continue their professional pursuits while advancing their academic credentials. PhD programmes, by contrast, are typically more rigorous and time-consuming, requiring a full-time commitment that might necessitate putting professional engagements on hold.
Professional Network and Academic Community
Consider the type of professional network and academic community you wish to be part of. DBA students often find themselves interacting with a cohort of experienced business leaders, creating opportunities for networking and collaboration in various industries. PhD students, meanwhile, are more deeply integrated into the academic community, attending conferences, contributing to scholarly publications, and engaging with researchers and theorists.
Long-term Impact
Finally, think about the long-term impact you wish to have in your chosen field. A DBA prepares you to drive change and innovation within industries, applying research to enhance business practises and strategies. A PhD, on the other hand, allows you to contribute to the foundational knowledge of business, shaping the future of academic research and education.
It's vital to match your passion and career goals with market trends. A PhD fits those drawn to research and academia, while a DBA suits those aiming to tackle business challenges in leadership or consultancy. Engage with industry and academic professionals through informational interviews to understand the real-world relevance of each degree. Consider how each aligns with your long-term goals and adaptability to market changes. Ultimately, choose the degree that best positions you to achieve your professional objectives in a dynamic global business landscape.
The journey towards a doctoral degree in business, whether through a DBA or a PhD, is one of profound personal and professional growth. It demands a clear vision of your career objectives, a deep passion for research, and a commitment to contributing to the field of business in a meaningful way.
By carefully considering the curriculum, career outcomes, and personal aspirations associated with each programme, you can make an informed decision that aligns with your goals and ambitions. Whether you choose the path of applied research and practical application offered by a DBA or the scholarly pursuit of theoretical knowledge through a PhD, your doctoral journey will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and insights to make a significant impact in your field.
At Taylor's University, we offer both Doctor of Business Administration and Doctor of Philosophy in Business programmes that cater to the diverse needs of our students, ensuring that every learner finds a pathway that not only meets their educational goals but also fits seamlessly into their career aspiration. We encourage you to make an appointment with us, where our dedicated education counsellor can work with you to chart a personalised education pathway that truly supports your journey towards achieving your career objectives.
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Scholars in the doctoral program in Organizational Behavior at Harvard Business School are prepared to pursue an interdisciplinary inquiry into issues that are broadly related to the functioning of individuals within groups, at either the micro or macro level. Graduates of our program go on to become the leading researchers and thinkers in organizational behavior, shaping the field and advancing theoretical understanding in posts at schools of management or in disciplinary departments.
The Organizational Behavior program is jointly administered by the faculty of Harvard Business School and the Department of Sociology in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, and students have the opportunity to work with faculty from both the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and Harvard Business School.
Our program offers two distinct tracks, with research focused either on the micro or macro level. Students who choose to focus on micro organizational behavior take a psychological approach to the study of interpersonal relationships within organizations and groups, and the effects that groups have on individuals. In macro organizational behavior, scholars use sociological methods to examine the organizations, groups, and markets themselves, including topics such as the influence of individuals on organizational change, or the relationship between social missions and financial objectives.
Your core disciplinary training will take place in either the psychology or sociology departments, depending on the track that you choose. You will also conduct advanced coursework in organizational behavior at HBS, and complete two MBA elective curriculum courses. Students are required to teach for one full academic term in order to gain valuable teaching experience, and to work as an apprentice to a faculty member to develop research skills. Upon completion of coursework, students prepare and present a dossier that includes a qualifying paper, at least two other research papers, and a statement outlining a plan for their dissertation. Before beginning work on the dissertation, students must pass the Organizational Behavior Exam, which presents an opportunity to synthesize academic coursework and prepare for an in-depth research project.
Examples of doctoral thesis research.
“ In HBS’s Organizational Behavior program I receive outstanding, rigorous training in disciplinary methods and also benefit from the myriad resources that HBS has to offer. HBS scholars are looking to apply their research to real-world problems, come up with interventions, and make a real difference. ”
Recent placement, nicole abi-esber, 2023, elliot stoller, 2023, ariella kristal, 2022, leroy gonsalves, 2020, alicia desantola, 2019, catarina fernandes, 2019, rachel arnett, 2018, evan defilippis, 2023, hayley blunden, 2022, lumumba seegars, 2021, karen huang, 2020, stefan dimitriadis, 2019, elizabeth hansen, 2019, erin frey, 2018, jeff steiner, 2023, ahmmad brown, 2022, yanhua bird, 2020, jeffrey lees, 2020, alexandra feldberg, 2019, martha jeong, 2019.
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The field of business administration is different and encompasses the mannerism of different institutions. The field covers everything from human resources to financial accounting to managing customer services and marketing and promotions. As the field has emerged with time, it offers researchers with areas for research. We have prepared a list of some of the […]
The field of business administration is different and encompasses the mannerism of different institutions. The field covers everything from human resources to financial accounting to managing customer services and marketing and promotions. As the field has emerged with time, it offers researchers areas for research.
We have prepared a list of some of the most interesting business administration dissertation topics. You can select any business administration dissertation topic or research topics on business administration according to your area of interest. Our team of professional writers can help in developing proposals on your selected research topics on business administration, project topics on business administration, and research topics on business administration.
An analysis of the business management practices in the global world reviewing the opportunities and challenges.
Examining the development initiatives in the context of micro-enterprise performance and sustainability.
Evaluation of the entrepreneurial skills and growth of SMEs: a comparative analysis.
An analysis of the research agenda on open innovation and entrepreneurship: a co-word analysis.
A literature review on different innovative business models and their impact.
Studying the determinants of innovative performance in the service industry.
Evaluation of the impact of marketing innovation on the competitiveness of enterprises in the context of the food industry.
An analysis of the effect of business partnership and innovation management to business performance.
A review of the literature on digitalisation, innovation, and sustainable practices – past achievements and future promises.
Studying and comparing the proposed themes and potential ideas for business plan.
A study of the relationship between business and sustainability.
Exploring the concepts of sustainable development and corporate social responsibility conducting a bibliometric analysis.
Examining the themes of entrepreneurship discourse.
An analysis of the importance of sustainability innovation in the context of small businesses.
A study of the confronting gap between motivation and capacity.
Studying the relevance of advancing technology and artificial intelligence in a business context.
Analysing the cloud computing research by studying the themes, frameworks, and methods.
To study the product-service systems business models for circular supply chains.
Identifying human resource management factors in international mergers and acquisitions.
Exploring the impact of high-performance human resources practices on in-role and innovative job performance.
An evaluation of the ethical dilemma related to employee recruitment outsourcing.
Studying the impact of e-recruitment of effectiveness of HR departments in multinational corporations.
A study on digitalisation and its influence on business model innovation.
Examining the branding in the digital age based on innovation and responsibility.
Analysing the impact of digitalisation on the speed of internationalisation.
Studying the effects of modern office technology on management practices.
An analysis of the current and future technologies on relationship marketing.
Exploring the macroeconomic factors that influence business practices.
A content analysis of the strategic management studies in the last 10 years.
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The journey towards a doctoral degree in business, whether through a DBA or a PhD, is one of profound personal and professional growth. It demands a clear vision of your career objectives, a deep passion for research, and a commitment to contributing to the field of business in a meaningful way. By carefully considering the curriculum, career ...
Scholars in the doctoral program in Organizational Behavior at Harvard Business School are prepared to pursue an interdisciplinary inquiry into issues that are broadly related to the functioning of individuals within groups, at either the micro or macro level. Graduates of our program go on to become the leading researchers and thinkers in ...
A list Of Business Administration Dissertation Topics. An analysis of the business management practices in the global world reviewing the opportunities and challenges. Examining the development initiatives in the context of micro-enterprise performance and sustainability. Evaluation of the entrepreneurial skills and growth of SMEs: a ...