PhD Management at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Our PhD in Management blends rigorous research training with expert supervision, enabling you to explore your interests in business management, strategy, and organizational behaviour. Collaborate with leading academics, engage in innovative research projects, and contribute to the global business landscape. The programme supports research students in generating and interpreting new knowledge, culminating in their thesis.

Department: Business and Management | Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our PhD Management will empower you to generate and interpret new knowledge, demonstrated through your thesis. The taught component is thoughtfully designed to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of the diverse techniques employed in modern social science research.

Career pathways

Our PhD in Management equips doctoral researchers with the knowledge and skills to excel in a variety of career paths. Graduates may pursue roles in academia, government, businesses, supranational organizations, or the research divisions of prominent financial institutions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Good honours degree (first or upper second class honours). The Business School's entry requirement is a good honours degree (first or upper second class honours) awarded by a recognised University in an appropriate subject, and a merit in a relevant Master’s degree. We usually ask students for an average of 65 in the taught component of their Masters. English language: IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,400 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 26,460 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.bham.ac.uk/course-finder-landing-page/?code=COS117

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