Executive PhD in Economics and Public/Private Sector Development

Overview

(Research Based)

Tuition: $4,000 USD

Program Duration: 18 Months

OVERVIEW

The part-time Executive PhD programme in Private Sector Development (preferably for emerging economies) allows working professionals and researchers with full-time or part-time jobs to combine their careers with obtaining a PhD. The programme equips you with the theory, skills, and methodologies crucial for addressing private sector challenges.

KEY FACTS

As the highest academic qualification, earning a PhD will enhance your career prospects in both business and academia. Whether you aspire senior leadership roles, a transition into academia, or becoming a recognised thought leader, this programme provides the knowledge and research capabilities to help you achieve your goals. In addition, you will make an original contribution to your field of interest by developing novel insights and practical solutions to contemporary management challenges.

The WMU Executive PhD programme emphasises empirical research, high ethical standards, and critical reflection, ensuring that your work meets academic rigor while having a real-world impact. Throughout your journey, you will benefit from the guidance of leading scholars and expert supervisors, who will support you in conducting research that is both theoretically robust and managerially relevant.

AUDIENCE

We are looking for candidates with a Master’s degree who have strong academic records, professional and/or volunteer experience, affiliation with academic research and a special interest in private sector development.

WMU welcomes candidates from all over the world from a wide wide variety of backgrounds, cultures and disciplines. The programme is tailored to synergise the various backgrounds.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Please note that all documents need to be provided digitally in our online application portal; official documents need to be scanned:

A Master’s degree from a relevant academic field;

Certified copies of bachelor’s and master’s diplomas and transcript;

Proof of proficiency in English

Basic knowledge of economics, business administration, social sciences, political science and/or law;

At least an intermediate level of research experience

Motivation letter (400- 500 words