PhD in Doctorat en sciences économiques

The Doctorat en sciences economiques at Universite de Montreal is a 90-credit research doctorate providing rigorous training in economic theory and quantitative methods, covering microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory, quantitative methods and applied econometrics. Students specialize in two chosen fields within the discipline and are trained in research methodology and scientific publication in preparation for academic and professional careers. Full-time candidates must complete a minimum of six terms (two years) and a maximum of fifteen terms (five years); part-time study is also offered, with courses held during the day. Admission requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized institution in Quebec, Canada or elsewhere. The application includes a curriculum vitae detailing academic and professional experience, accomplishments such as scholarships received, relevant skills including statistics and computing, publications and communications, along with three letters of recommendation. New students are admitted in the Fall term.