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PhD Accounting at New York University

New York University, United States

Programme overview

The Stern School of Business of New York University offers one of the finest PhD programs in accounting in the world. The curriculum is designed to provide a thorough understanding of current accounting theory, practice and research, taught within the framework of modern economic and finance theories as applied to the behavior of today’s corporations and financial markets. Our PhD students take extensive coursework in economics, finance, econometrics and statistics in addition to accounting.

Faculty: Leonard N. Stern School of Business  |  Duration: 36-54 credits  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Sample required courses: Microeconomics: Theory and Applications (Stern or GSAS); Econometrics I (Stern or GSAS); Panel Data Analysis (Econometrics II); Empirical Research Accounting I; Theory & Research Managerial Accounting I; Empirical Research in Financial Accounting II.

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Application information

Entry requirements

All applicants to the NYU Stern School of Business PhD Program are required to submit a complete application for admission. A complete application includes the online application, statement of purpose, optional essay, educational history and resume or CV, letters of recommendation, test scores, academic transcripts, and an application fee. See How to Apply for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.

Duration: 36-54 credits

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