On-campus
full_time
Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] Accounting
- The Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting at the University of California is a 5 years program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- The department has various courses and students must select one from six fields in order to apply to the program.
- Accounting
- Business and Public Policy
- Finance
- Marketing
- Management of Organizations
- Real Estate
- A deep understanding of accounting research requires a substantial background in mathematics, probability, statistics, economics, and finance.
- This background is acquired through formal coursework during the first and second years.
- Students gain additional exposure to research through workshops as well as through research assignments and joint projects with faculty.
- In addition, the accounting group links students with the real world through the Center for Financial Reporting and Management.
- It is common for doctoral students to also serve as teaching assistants and, occasionally, instructors for undergraduate accounting classes.
- In the classroom, faculty members emphasize both theory and practice by using a variety of teaching methods.
- Rankings of academic reputation consistently place the Haas faculty solidly in the top ten of business schools worldwide.
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7.0 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 90 | 120 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 54 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a master's degree from an accredited institution.
- Students have a high level of scholarly ability, involving both quantitative and qualitative skills
- Students have enough undergraduate training to do graduate work in their chosen field.
- The submission of GRE and GMAT scores is compulsory for this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.