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Doctor of Philosophy in Finance (N/0412/8/0001) (05/29) (MQA/PA 15456)

Programme Overview:

The PhD in Finance is a research programme proposed for relevant Master's degree holders to further pursuing and advancing their research in the area of Finance. The programme aims to produce graduates who are equipped with in-depth and advanced knowledge in their research area, trained with practical and analytical skills for problem solving and solution development, statistical skills for results evaluation and interpretation towards achieving conclusions, as well as mastered in communication skills and other essential soft-skills.

Throughout the duration of study (3 years for full time or 4 years for part-time), candidates are required to completed TWO (2) taught courses, ie. Research Methodology and the Advanced Data Analysis for Economics and Business Research. At the end of their candidature period, candidates are required to submit their doctoral thesis and pass the viva voce before their PhD degree are conferred.

Intake:

Rolling Intake (throughout the year)

Duration:

Full time (Malaysian & amp; International students) - 3 years

Part time (Malaysian students ONLY) - 4 years

Campus:

KL Main Campus

Compulsory

  • Research Methodology
  • Advanced Data Analysis for Economics and Business Research
  • Doctoral Thesis

Career Prospects

  • Research Analyst
  • Investment Manager
  • Equity analyst
  • Corporate Finance Advisor
  • Financial Consultant
  • Dealer
  • Finance analyst

Minimum Entry Requirements

  • A master's degree in Finance, Banking Insurance or related field as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
  • Other equivalent qualification which is recognized by the Malaysia government

English Language Requirements

Malaysian Students

  • MUET Band 4.5 or IELTS Band 6.5 or CEFR High B2 or TOEFL iBT 79 or equivalent; OR 
  • Exemption of English Language requirement if medium of instruction during Master studies was in English

International Students

  • IELTS Band 6.5 or CEFR High B2 or TOEFL iBT 79 or equivalent; OR
  • Exemption of English Language requirement if medium of instruction during Master studies was in English

      

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CENTRE FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH
TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN UNIVERSITY OF MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY
JALAN GENTING KELANG
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53300 KUALA LUMPUR

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