Our PhD in Business Administration with a specialization in Finance prepares students to address the many evolving facets of the finance field. Through coursework in finance and supporting fields such as economics and statistics, students become highly proficient in theory, empirical research and the development of analytical tools for solving practical business problems. Students also receive advanced training in research methods, which prepares them to make significant contributions to academic research.<br><br>Faculty research, both empirical and theoretical, includes areas such as: the intersection of politics and finance, mutual fund performance, fixed income and investments. Additionally, unique to the finance specialization, students are exposed to the latest research from leading scholars through our departmental seminar series. Upon completing our program, students will be prepared to succeed as academic scholars and excel in university teaching and research careers.