Make contributions to your chosen field as a skilled researcher. Our PhD program gives you the expertise needed for a high-level career in business, academia or government. PhD in Business & Management program at VU VU offers world-class business, management and public-policy research opportunities in our doctoral degree. We have connections with specialised institutes, private businesses and public organisations. Our research partners include: World Health Organization Department of State Development, Business and Innovation Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. We start by equipping you with high-level, ethical research methods. With these skills, you will undertake original research at the forefront of its field. Research areas for business & management doctorate students When you undertake a doctoral degree at VU, you’ll specialise in one of our areas of research focus. These are supported by expertise from the University, research partners, institutes and research centres. We are committed to undertaking high-impact research that shapes healthier, smarter and more sustainable communities across six interdisciplinary areas of research focus. Business and management students can find a PhD topic that lends itself to any of these areas. Of particular interest may be: Enhancing the evidence base for public policy development – advanced methods for evidence-based analysis of the full ramifications of public policy alternatives, including economic modelling. Building resilient and inclusive communities – identify practical policies and evidence-based interventions to build more resilient and inclusive communities. Supporting industry responses to change – provide key partner industries with the required systems and practices to respond to changing political, economic, social and technological landscapes. Careers in business and government Following your PhD, you’ll be ready for a research career in business or the public sector, or to become an academic. These are usually high-level roles, and paid accordingly. You’ll understand how to collect, analyse and present data and evidence. You’ll use this knowledge to make a new contribution to your field. We offer industry connections to begin your career in these areas: development economics education environment health law population growth sustainability tourism. Course structure The PhD is a research based degree with a maximum duration of 4 years (full time) and 8 years (part time). As well as enrolling in Research Thesis units Doctor of Philosophy (Science) students will be required to complete two coursework units, ROP8001 and ROP8002. An average result of 70% is required in the compulsory coursework units in order to proceed to candidature confirmation. Ongoing progression is subject to policy and procedures for candidature management as per the VU HDR Policy. Course structure and units Coursework Units Conceptualising and Contextualising Research Unit code ROP8001 Research Integrity and Ethics Unit code ROP8002 Business and Management (Full-Time) Unit code BBM8900 Credits 48