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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PH.D)
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Overview:
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The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) program aims to produce scholars who will lead in their respective fields of research.
There are eleven (11) fields of study offered by FEP namely:
- Economics
- Business Economics
- Tourism
- Hospitality
- Management
- Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- Finance
- Accounting
- Corporate Leadership
- Business Law
Candidates pursuing this degree should be capable of conducting independent research in their fields or related areas. Graduates from this program can be employed in academia, research institution or public and private agencies.
Candidates are required to provide a brief outline of their proposed research to ensure that their research interests match the expertise of faculty members. Upon enrolment, each student will be assigned with an academic advisor, who will guide them in organizing their studies.
Curriculum Structure
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- The Ph.D program consist of course work, seminar, comprehensive examination (CE), thesis, and viva voce (thesis examination).
- Candidates are required to complete 9 credit hours of coursework consisting of a compulsory research methodology course (3 credit hours) and elective courses (6 credit hours).
- Candidates are required to register for a seminar (1 credit) course which is offered every semester.
- Candidates must pass the CE prior to commencing their research.
- Candidates must present and pass the viva voce (thesis examination).
- More information on list of courses, CLICK HERE
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Entry Requirements
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The candidate should possess a:
- Master's Degree by research in a field related to the field of PhD applied for; or
- Master's Degree by coursework in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.000; or
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.75 or equivalent to a First Class Bachelor's Degree.
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English Requirements |
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For international candidates only:
- Band 6.0 for IELTS (Academic Version); or
- Score 79-80 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
- Band 4 for MUET; or
- Score 50 for PTE Academic; or
- Score 109 for CIEP at ELS Language Centre, UPM
Note: The validity period of the English Language Proficiency score should not be more than five years.
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Intakes |
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September (1st semester)
February (2nd semester)
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Career
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Researcher, Lecturer and Consultant
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Programme Recognition
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AACSB, EQUIS Accredited
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Brochure: |
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For program brochure, CLICK HERE |
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Fees and financial assistance: |
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Basic fees imposed are:
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1st semester |
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2nd – 4th semester |
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5th – 6th semester |
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7th and subsequent semesters |
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Study Cost for Max 4 years |
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Study Cost for Max 5 years |
Local
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RM2,512.50
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RM2,262.50 |
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RM1,700.00 |
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RM2,700.00 |
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RM18,100.00 |
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RM23,500.00 |
International |
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RM5,862.50
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RM4,112.50
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RM3,550.00
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RM3,900.00 |
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RM33,100.00 |
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RM40,900.00 |
More information on financial assistance, please CLICK HERE
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Programme coordinator:
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PhD (Economics and Business Economics): |
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PhD (Entrepreneurship, Hospitality and Tourism):
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Name: Dr. Nor Yasmin Mhd Bani |
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Name: Assoc Prof Dr. Anuar Shah Bali Mahomed |
Office: +603 - 9769 7248 |
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Office: +603- 9769 7643 |
Email:nor_yasmin@upm.edu.my |
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Email: anuar@upm.edu.my |
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PhD (Accounting and Finance): |
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PhD (Business Studies): |
Name: Assoc Prof Dr Ahmad Fahmi Sheikh Hassan |
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Name: Assoc Prof Dr Raja Nerina Raja Yusof |
Office: +603 - 9769 7270 |
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Office: +603-9769 7663 |
Email: ahmadfahmi@upm.edu.my |
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Email: nerina@upm.edu.my |
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