Robinson's Ph.D. program in finance is designed to prepare outstanding and highly motivated individuals for successful careers in academia, government institutions or the private sector.Students undertake a rigorous course of study based on economic and financial theory as well as applied methods. In addition to building the skills necessary for undertaking original research, the program gives students opportunities to develop collaborative relationships with leading research faculty in key areas of finance, including corporate finance, investments and financial institutions. Recent graduates from the Ph.D. program typically have obtained placements at major U.S. research universities and teaching institutions.