Management PhD (STEM)

Advance research and shape the future of management scholarship! Join a vibrant community of scholars dedicated to excellence in research and teaching.

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Program admission requirements 

Program Overview

The PhD in Management at 黑料视频's School of Management is designed to prepare students for successful academic careers in research and teaching.

Our STEM-certified program combines rigorous coursework with extensive research experience, providing students with the theoretical foundation and methodological skills necessary to make significant contributions to their chosen field.

Students work closely with world-class faculty who are leaders in their respective areas. The program emphasizes both theoretical depth and practical relevance, preparing graduates for positions at top research universities and institutions worldwide.


Duration

4 years
(Full-time program)

Funding

Full Support

Format

On-Campus
Research-focused

Cohort Size

Small
Personalized attention

School of Management PhD student Nan Liang

Research specializations

Choose from the following specialized tracks, each offering unique opportunities for research and academic excellence.

Finance

The finance concentration provides rigorous training in financial economics, corporate finance, and asset pricing. Students gain expertise in both theoretical and empirical research methods applicable to financial markets and corporate decision-making.

Key research areas:

  • Corporate finance and governance
  • Asset pricing and investments
  • Financial intermediation
  • Behavioral finance

Leadership and Organizational Science

This concentration examines human behavior in organizations, leadership effectiveness, and organizational design. Students investigate topics such as motivation, team dynamics, organizational culture, and strategic leadership.

Key research areas:

  • Leadership in AI and virtual contexts
  • Team dynamics and collaboration
  • Organizational culture and change
  • Employee motivation and engagement

Marketing

This concentration emphasizes consumer behavior, marketing strategy, and quantitative methods. Students develop expertise in understanding consumer decision-making and designing effective marketing strategies.

Key research areas:

  • Consumer behavior and psychology
  • Marketing analytics
  • Brand management
  • Digital and social media marketing

Management Information Systems 

This concentration focuses on the strategic and organizational impacts of information technology. Students explore how technology transforms business processes, decision-making, and competitive dynamics in the digital economy.

Key research areas:

  • Human-IT interaction
  • Organizational impacts of information systems
  • Digital platforms and innovation
  • Emerging technologies like AI
  • Cybersecurity
  • IT strategy, governance and leadership

Financial support

All admitted students receive a comprehensive financial support package.

Our commitment is to ensure you can focus on your research and academic development without financial concerns.

Annual stipend

$31,000
Competitive stipend to cover living expenses

Tuition waiver

100%
Full tuition coverage for all enrolled students

Health insurance

Included
Comprehensive health coverage provided

Duration

4 years
Guaranteed funding package
 

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Additional support and benefits

Student responsibilities

  • Conference travel funding for research presentations
  • Professional development workshops and training
  • Complimentary access to CARMA (Consortium for the Advancement of Research Methods and Analysis) for advanced training in research design, measurement, and data analysis
  • Access to cutting-edge research tools and databases

Teaching Assistantships
Assist faculty with undergraduate courses, hold office hours, and grade assignments (typically 20 hours per week)

Research Assistantships
Collaborate with faculty on research projects, contributing to publications and presentations

Academic Progress
Maintain satisfactory academic standing and make continuous progress toward degree completion

SOM PhD student Yu Wang researches hybrid workplace dynamics.

Applicant requirements


Application timeline


  • Master's degree in business or related field (preferred but not required)
  • Strong academic record with minimum 3.0 GPA
  • GMAT or GRE scores (within last 5 years)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose outlining research interests
  • Current CV or resume
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (for international applicants)
January 15
(Application deadline)

January - February

(Interviews conducted)

March
(Admission decisions)
 
August

(Program begins)


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Research impact

Our faculty are experts in cutting-edge business fields, sharing the results of their research nationwide!

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Academic policies

Please refer to the SOM PhD Student Handbook for details about the program and associated policies and procedures. For additional policies pertinent to all graduate students at 黑料视频, please review the materials at the links below:

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Deadlines

Fall Admission Only

Degree Fall Spring
 Management PhD

January 10 (space permitting after)

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