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About the course
The Melbourne Business School Doctoral Program in Finance offers an extensive suite of doctoral-level subjects and research training delivered by the University’s Department of Finance, supported by visiting scholars from leading international finance programs. The program combines two years of Master of Commerce coursework with a subsequent three-year PhD research component. Candidates can access substantial support such as scholarships (including full fee waivers and a stipend) and dedicated conference travel funding to develop and disseminate research.
What you might learn
The program aims to develop advanced expertise in finance theory and empirical methods through structured doctoral coursework followed by supervised original research. Students build the capability to design, execute and publish high-quality finance research, and to present findings in leading academic forums. It also supports professional development for academic careers through research community engagement and opportunities such as tutoring within the Department.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared for research-focused careers in academia as finance lecturers, professors and research fellows, with strong foundations for publishing in leading journals. The research training also supports careers in central banks, government policy units, and international organisations where advanced financial analysis is required. Graduates may also pursue high-level quantitative and research roles in industry, including asset management, banking, consulting and financial markets research.
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