PhD in Accounting

The Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting at the University of Waterloo is a research-based thesis program that prepares students for an academic career. Students complete coursework, a research paper, and six research internships while developing expertise in a chosen specialization that combines core disciplines, subject areas, and research methods. Research fields include empirical and archival research in accounting, and judgement and decision-making. The program is delivered on campus over a nominal full-time duration of 48 months, with admission in the Fall term. Applicants are expected to build specialized expertise through their coursework and internships to support an academic research career after graduation. The program is administered through the Faculty of Arts. Admission is based on a completed master's degree or honours bachelor's degree with at least an 80 percent average, GMAT or GRE scores, a resume, a statement of interest, transcripts, and three academic references.