D. Phil in Management Sciences (Retail Management) at Durban University of Technology

Programme overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences specialising in Retail Management (NQF 10, SAQA 96817) is a research doctorate in which candidates conduct original research on topics such as retail strategy, consumer behaviour, supply chain management and the impact of digital transformation in retail, and write a thesis. It is offered on the ML Sultan Campus.

Faculty: Faculty of Management Sciences | Department: Department of Marketing and Retail | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Independent supervised doctoral research culminating in a thesis that contributes to retail management theory and practice.

Career pathways

Leadership roles in academia, consultancy and the retail industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A completed NQF level 9 master's degree in Marketing or Retail Management (DUT rule G25). Faculty of Management Sciences applicants submit an application form, certified identity document (or passport for international applicants), school certificate, academic transcripts and degree certificates, together with a one-page concept note covering overview, research problem and methodology; the Head of Department decides enrolment based on topic viability and supervision capacity.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://onlineapps.dut.ac.za/

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