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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Colchester Campus
Full Time
JAN
4 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Colchester Campus
Full Time
JAN
4 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Colchester Campus
Part Time
JAN
7 years
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PhD Human Resource Management and Organisation Studies gives you the opportunity to interrogate the theories and practice of organisation in relation to work, management and the experience of employment.
We welcome applications from students from a variety of backgrounds and nationalities, with wide ranging social science and interdisciplinary research interests, including recent graduates from a range of disciplines, experienced practitioners, professionals, and policy makers.
We welcome theses exploring research that considers the historical, socio-economic, cultural, and political context within which work, and its organisation takes place, as well as that which has critical implications for contemporary organisational and management practices.
You can tailor your research to a profession or sector of your choice and may choose to pursue research in one of the following areas:
Essex Business School, where this course is based, provides a highly flexible and supportive PhD experience, where your supervisors develop your professional skills and research expertise in your chosen area.
Your future
Essex Business School fosters the business leaders and researchers of the future. Our PhD graduates use their creativity, innovation, and ethical awareness to meet the many challenges facing the international business world.
Many of our graduates enjoy careers in academia and organisations in the public and private sectors, including at some of the world’s most well-known organisations and exciting SMEs, such as:
PhD Human Resource Management and Organisation Studies students can also take advantage of the services offered by the Student Development Team, including careers advice; work experience; internships; placements; and voluntary opportunities.
You will need a good Masters degree, or equivalent, in a related subject. A well developed research proposal is also essential.
Students living in
Domestic
£4,786 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£18,750 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£18,750 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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