Doctoral programme

  • The standard period of study in the doctoral programme is four years including 25 per cent of compulsory duties.
  • A PhD Scholarship at BI is in effect a 4 year paid position.
  • The scholarship is the PhD candidate's salary and also covers study related costs.
  • PhD candidates will be required to take courses at the doctoral level as part of the PhD programme.
PhD candidates in Finance are trained to become dedicated and rigorous researchers. The programme attracts candidates with a high degree of discipline, innate curiosity and creativity. The faculty are supportive and constantly encourage and assist the PhD candidates in the development of new research ideas.