Business PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)
Kingston University
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6 Years

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On Kingston University’s Business PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) you will develop advanced research skills and professional credibility. Youll work with leading academics, access excellent resources, and explore real-world business challenges in your chosen field.Combine inspiring research with training and teaching opportunities to help develop your thesis and achieve your goals.A Business PhD at Kingston University offers extraordinary opportunities and professional growth. You’ll contribute ...Read more

On Kingston University’s Business PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) you will develop advanced research skills and professional credibility. You'll work with leading academics, access excellent resources, and explore real-world business challenges in your chosen field.Combine inspiring research with training and teaching opportunities to help develop your thesis and achieve your goals.A Business PhD at Kingston University offers extraordinary opportunities and professional growth. You’ll contribute original ideas, and collaborate with experts in business and refine your expertise.Graduates can pursue influential careers in academia and become thought leaders in their fields. Many excel as professional researchers and consultants, shaping modern business strategies.As a Business PhD student, you'll be part of the Kingston Business School, which has close collaborations with professional organisations. We aim to ensure our programmes bridge the gap between academic theory and professional practice. By working closely with the business world's principal professional bodies, we harmonise our courses with the needs of today's business practitioners.The academic community at Kingston Business School has close links with the CIM, CIPD, EFMD, and RICS, amongst other organisations. These links ensure that our courses align with real-world requirements beyond graduation.

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88/279
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80th
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89th
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25 Oct 24

Just travelling costs bother me to get to university, lack of train to get there, no student discount for traveling, nothing about the university ever bothered me , great..Read more

Entry requirements

Candidates should normally possess:

A first-class or second-class honours undergraduate degree AND a masters degree in general management or a business-related subject

Two personal references from academic referees confirming candidates' suitability for the programme

A short research proposal of approximately 2,000 words which should include the proposed subject area, the aim of the study, a summary of the research to be undertaken, an indication of any previous work completed relevant to the area under investigation, and a bibliography

Additional requirements for Business PhD (Doctor of Philosophy):

Open

Candidates should be able to provide evidence of:

Relevant educational, professional and personal experience

Their ability to meet the high intellectual and personal demands of the programme

Their potential to complete the programme within the designated time

Holders of non-UK degrees will be subject to the University's normal entry procedures for equivalence of qualifications.

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£5,006 per year

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£18,000 per year

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£18,000 per year

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Kingston University Kingston Hill Kingston Upon Thames Surrey KT2 7LB United Kingdom
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