Traditional Ph.D. Program

Greetings,

Florida Atlantic offers a vibrant and challenging Ph.D. program to the right individual. The traditional Ph.D. program places major emphasis on independent inquiry, the development of competence in research methodology, the communication of research findings, and development of teaching skills. Students will join a stimulating research environment where interactions with faculty members and fellow students play a vital role in creating research. The number of Ph.D. students in the program is relatively small, which allows the opportunity to work closely with faculty.

Accounting, Entrepreneurship (Management), Finance, Information Technology and Operation Management, and Marketing concentrations admit each fall. The program is full-time and is typically completed in four years. Most of our graduates pursue faculty positions at other universities.

We provide our students with a competitive financial package that includes a $38,000 annual stipend, tuition waiver, health insurance, and support to attend academic conferences. A state-of-the-art PhD lab is also provided by the College.

Our alumni appreciate the value-added education and collegial environment.

"My experience in the Accounting Ph.D. program at FAU gave me the tools and training necessary to succeed as a professor.  I continue to benefit from relationships with dedicated and helpful faculty who are committed to helping graduates succeed.  I am grateful to be on the other side of their collegiality, consistent mentorship, and generosity." Dr. Adam Greiner, 2013 (Accounting)

"FAU’s outstanding faculty allowed me to find my passion in a research area and effectively develop my teaching. …. The faculty showed great interest in my success as a researcher, educator, and actively mentored me to ensure that I gained the necessary skills to succeed in the job market, as well as in my post-graduate career." Dr. Margarita Kaprielyan, 2017 (Finance)

"My professors helped me develop into a researcher, networked with and for me, and prepared me for a career in academia." Dr. Bryan Deptula, 2014 (Management)

For additional program details, please follow the links to the left for information on admissions, degree requirements, and each specialization, or access the College of Business PhD Program Handbook and College of Business PhD Program Flyer.

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