StudyQA — PhD: International Management and Organization

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At its heart, our PhD program is focused on research that matters. As one of our students, you have a unique opportunity to work one-on-one with our award-winning faculty. Our small size means that you will be one of a select few working closely with your professors and peers to publish high-quality research and make a difference in the theory and practice of international business.

Our small size allows us to co-create a highly personalized program that works for you — one that’s based on mentorship and peer-to-peer learning. The international backgrounds and experiences of our faculty and students create a rich learning environment. We supplement coursework with hands-on research providing you with opportunities to apprentice with top-notch researchers.

Our school is well connected with select world-renowned universities and an extensive network of organizations. As part of the program, you’ll have the option to participate in an international research exchange or industry practicum. As one of our PhD students, you’ll be able to tailor the program to fit your research and academic goals to enhance your own competencies.

Foundations of Research in International Management & Organization
Seminar in International Management
Seminar in Strategy & Organization
Seminar in Global Issues of Business Sustainability
Seminar in Cross-cultural Management
Seminar in Organizational Analysis

Requirements

Candidates have completed a master’s degree (or equivalent) from an accredited and recognized institution;
In general, applicants will be expected to have a Masters of Business Administration or another masters-level degree (e.g., in Economics or Sociology) and experience working within an organization.
Apply to the University of Victoria Faculty of Graduate Studies using the My UVic Application.
The application fee is $114.50 CDN for applicants who have completed all of their post-secondary education in Canada. For applicants who have completed some or all of their post-secondary education outside of Canada, the application fee is $140.50 CDN.
All applicants will be expected to submit GRE or GMAT scores that are less than five years old. Applications are viewed holistically and so there is no pre-established minimum score requirement. However, competitive GMAT scores vary from year to year and are generally 650 or higher. Equivalent GRE scores are accepted.
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Proficiency in the use of English: Applicants for admission whose first language is not English and who have not resided in Canada or any country where English is an official language of the country for at least three consecutive years immediately prior to the beginning of the session applied for must demonstrate competency in English.
CV
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
For the internet-based TOEFL (IBT), we require a minimum of 90 with the following minimum section requirements: Listening 20; Speaking 20; Reading 20; Writing 20. The minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 575 on the paper-based test. Individual departments may set a higher standard. This requirement will not be waived.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
A minimum Overall Band Score of 6.5, with no score of less than 6.0 on each individual component on the Academic IELTS is required. Note than any IELTS test, other than the Academic test, will not be accepted.
Statements of Goals and Research Interests
Appraisal Forms: We require three letters endorsing the applicant using the Faculty of Graduate Studies Assessment Report template. At least two of these appraisals should be from academics who know the applicant well enough to evaluate their capacity to conduct independent scholarly work. This form will be emailed to your referees when you provide their names on the online application form.