PhD in Accounting and Related Services

Bentley's doctoral program in accounting builds on a century-long institutional legacy in accounting education. The curriculum provides rigorous training in accounting theory, auditing, managerial control systems, and research methodologies essential for high-quality business research. Students combine foundational accounting knowledge with quantitative and qualitative research methods, developing capacity to conduct academically rigorous, practice-relevant scholarship. The program emphasizes global business context and developing philosophical foundations for original research. Graduates pursue academic careers and advanced research roles in accounting and business education.