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Doctor of Philosophy in Management (PhD)

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Doctor of Philosophy in Management (PhD)

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About this Course

The PhD in Management equips industry practitioners and aspiring scholars with advanced knowledge, research competencies, and strategic insights across the full spectrum of management and business disciplines. This doctoral programme provides a rigorous platform for candidates to deepen their understanding of organisational behavior, human resource management, leadership, strategic management, finance, marketing, operations, innovation, and other key areas that drive organisational success. Through systematic inquiry and the development of original research, candidates gain the expertise required to address complex managerial challenges, contribute to theory development, and propose evidence-based solutions for contemporary business issues. Graduates emerge as thought leaders capable of advancing management scholarship, influencing organisational practices, and shaping strategic decision-making in diverse business environments.

What Will You Learn

  • Relevant effective and efficient management to the society
  • Management policies and developmental plans for an organization
  • Formulate, implement and evaluate research studies in the field of Management
  • Enhance relevant management skills to broaden academic knowledge in management

Programme Details

Duration
Full Time: Min: 3 Years / Max: 6 Years Part Time: Min: 4 Years / 8 Years
Programme Code
(R2/0414/8/0021) 11/30 (MQA/FA10029)
Intake
Jan, Feb, June, July & Sept
Faculty/Centre
Centre for Foundation, Language and General Studies
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Course Structure

Year 1

Trimester 1

  • Advanced Research Methodology

Trimester 2

  • Thesis-Topic selection

Trimester 3

  • Thesis Colloquium 1
Year 2

Trimester 1

  • Thesis-Proposal Defence

Trimester 2

  • Thesis-Data collection & Data Analysis

Trimester 3

  • Thesis-Write-up
Year 3

Trimester 1

  • Thesis-Write-up

Trimester 2

  • Thesis-Colloquium 2

Trimester 3

  • Thesis-Viva voce

Entry Requirement

A Master degree with CGPA at 3.0 or equivalent in business related field as accepted by the HEP Senate;

OR

Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree as accepted by the HEP Senate.

For postgraduate studies, international students are required to achieve a minimum score of 6.0 for IELTS OR its equivalent.

Note:

For Doctoral degree by Research as stated in the Standards: Master’s and Doctoral Degree:

  • There shall be no direct entry from Bachelor’s degree level to Doctoral degree level.
  • Candidates with Bachelor’s degree who are registered for Master’s degree by Research programmes may apply to convert their candidacy to the Doctoral degree programmes within ONE (1) year after Master’s degree registration, subjected to:

a. having shown competency and capability in conducting research at Doctoral degree level;

b. rigorous internal evaluation by the HEP; and

c. approval by the HEP Senate.

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