UJ PhD (Finance)

Admission requirements: A candidate who is in possession of a university- based financially orientated master’s qualification on New NQF level 9/ Old NQF level 8 may apply for admission to this qualification. Alternatively any other related qualification with a programme-specific minimum level

of competency on New NQF level 9/Old NQF level 8, and finance related experience which is considered relevant and sufficient by the Department of Accountancy. Admission to the doctoral programme is subject to the successful defence of a research proposal. The research proposal should be presented to a panel convened by the Department of Accountancy for this purpose. Finalisation of registration for the programme (and/or continued registration) is subject to applicants complying with departmental-specific requirements. Such requirements usually include preparatory work leading up to a research proposal that is approved by the department. Possible examples of preparatory work are pre-reading, literature reviews, concept development, and successful completion of short courses aimed at skills and/or knowledge development. Candidates may also be required to successfully defend their research proposals at special discussion sessions.

Duration of programme: Minimum: 2 years / Maximum: 4 years

Contact details: Prof Ilse Botha / 011 559 2056 / ilseb@uj.ac.za

Brief description of programme: The candidate should develop applied competencies and practical skills in the mastering, interpretation, understanding and application of a topic in the broader field of finance. Through the doctoral thesis, a qualifying student would show evidence of independent and original scientific work. The thesis would constitute a decided contribution to knowledge of and insight into the subject discipline as well as the field of research. Qualifying candidates would also display competence in the application of related research methodology, and the proper written and/or oral communication of the research process and findings.