Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)		DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PH.D) Overview:   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 SPE 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   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   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 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.   Intakes   October        (1st semester) March          (2nd semester)       Career   Researcher, Lecturer and Consultant       Programme Recognition   AACSB, EQUIS Accredited       Brochure:   For program brochure, CLICK HERE       Fees and financial assistance:   Basic fees imposed are:       1st semester     2nd – 4th semester     5th – 6th semester     7th and subsequent semesters     Study Cost for Max 4 years     Study Cost for Max 5 years Local      RM2,512.50     RM2,262.50        RM1,700.00     RM2,700.00     RM18,100.00     RM23,500.00 International     RM5,862.50     RM4,112.50     RM3,550.00     RM3,900.00     RM33,100.00     RM40,900.00   More information on financial assistance, please CLICK HERE       Programme coordinator:    PhD (Economics and Business Economics):     PhD (Entrepreneurship, Hospitality and Tourism): Name: Dr. Nor Yasmin Mhd Bani     Name: Assoc Prof Dr. Anuar Shah Bali Mahomed Office: +603 - 9769 7248     Office: +603- 9769 7643 Email:nor_yasmin@upm.edu.my     Email: anuar@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

Updated:: 23/08/2023 [syazmer]