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Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D)

 

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PH.D)


Overview:

 

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) programme aims to produce scholars who will lead in their respective fields of research.

There are eleven (11) fields of study offered by SPE namely:

  1. Economics
  2. Business Economics
  3. Tourism
  4. Hospitality
  5. Management
  6. Marketing
  7. Human Resource Management
  8. Finance
  9. Accounting
  10. Corporate Leadership
  11. Business Law

 

Candidates pursuing this degree should be capable of conducting independent research in their fields or related areas. Graduates from this programme 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

 
  • The Ph.D program consist of course work, seminar, comprehensive examination (CE), thesis, and viva voce (thesis examination).
  • Candidates are required to complete 3 credit hours of coursework consisting of a compulsory research methodology course (3 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
 

Entry Requirements

 

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.
     
English Requirements  

For international candidates only:

  • Band 5.0 - 6.0 for IELTS (Academic Version); or
  • Score 45 - 78 for TOEFL IBT (Including Home Edition); or
  • Band 3 - 4 for MUET; or
  • Score 47 - 62 for PTE Academic; or
  • Score 106 - 109 for CIEP at ELS Language Centre, UPM


Note: The validity period for English language qualification should not exceed two years.

For more information, refer through this link: https://sgs.upm.edu.my/content/english_language_requirements-40581

 
Intakes  

October        (1st semester)

March          (2nd semester)

     
Career
 

Researcher, Lecturer and Consultant

     

Programme Recognition

 

AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS Accredited

     
Brochure:   For program brochure, CLICK HERE
     
Fees and financial assistance:  

Basic fees imposed are:

Student Type

 

1st Semester  (Pay during registration)

 

2nd-4thSemesters

 

5th-6thSemesters

 

7th and Subsequent Semesters

 

Study Cost for Max 4 Years 

 

Study Cost for Max 5 Years 

Local

  RM2,687.50   RM2,437.50   RM1,875.00   RM2,875.00   RM19,500.00   RM25,250.00

International

  RM6,037.50   RM4,287.50    RM3,725.00    RM4,075.00   RM34,500.00    RM42,650.00

 

More information on financial assistance, please CLICK HERE

     

Programme coordinator: 

 
PhD (Economics and Business Economics):    

PhD (Entrepreneurship, Hospitality and Tourism):

Name: Dr. Anitha Rosland     Name: Dr. Rosmah Mohamed
Office: +603-9769 7517     Office: +603-9769 7133
Email: anitharosland@upm.edu.my     Email: m_rosmah@upm.edu.my

PhD (Accounting and Finance):     PhD (Business Studies):
Name: Assoc Prof Dr Ahmad Fahmi Sheikh Hassan     Name: Assoc Prof Dr Raja Nerina Raja Yusof
Office: +603 - 9769 7270     Office: +603-9769 7663
Email: ahmadfahmi@upm.edu.my     Email: nerina@upm.edu.my

  
   
   
   


         

To APPLY,  please CLICK HERE



For further enquiries, please contact: Office of Deputy Dean (Graduate and International)
  School of Business and Economics
  Universiti Putra Malaysia
  +603-9769 7609/7722/7744
  spe@upm.edu.my


 

Updated:: 17/06/2025 [asyikeen]

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