Embark on a transformative journey with APU University Malaysia PhD in Finance program. Explore a myriad of invaluable insights and skills, detailed below:

What you will learn in a glance?

The PhD in Finance is a doctoral program designed for individuals seeking to pursue advanced research and scholarly work in the field of finance.

Core components of this program include rigorous coursework covering foundational topics in finance such as financial theory, econometrics, asset pricing, corporate finance, and financial markets. However, the primary focus of the program is on conducting original research.

Students are expected to undertake independent research under the guidance of faculty mentors, leading to the completion of a doctoral dissertation. This research typically involves addressing significant theoretical or empirical questions in finance, contributing new insights to the field.

Additionally, the program emphasizes the development of advanced quantitative and analytical skills, critical thinking, and research methodology expertise necessary for conducting high-quality research in finance.

Through this program, graduates emerge as scholars and experts in finance, equipped to pursue careers in academia, research institutions, policy-making bodies, or in applied research roles within the finance industry. They make significant contributions to the advancement of knowledge and practice in finance through their research endeavors.

Dual Degrees from APU and DMU United Kindom

Students who joined the PhD in Finance at APU University Malaysia will have the option to apply for the APU-DMU Dual Degree Scheme. Under this Scheme, students will be able to get 2 Degree Certificates and transcripts upon graduation: 1 from Asia Pacific University (APU), Malaysia, and 1 from De Montfort University (DMU), UK. please note this is optional and costs GBP 375 Per year. For more information about this Scheme (Click here)

General Requirements:

• A Masters degree in a related field accepted by the APU Senate

• Other qualifications equivalent to a Masters degree that are accepted by the APU Senate