Research

Doctoral Program in Accounting

  • CRICOS code: 056955G | 092763F

Course overview

  • 5 years full time / 8 years part time
  • On Campus (Parkville)
  • Available to domestic and international students

Overview

What is it about?

The Doctoral Program in Accounting at the University of Melbourne uses the talents of the Asia-Pacific's leading accounting researchers in the Department of Accounting. Our renowned academics publish regularly in the world's premier accounting and business information systems journals and have built a teaching and research profile of international significance.

The program is made up of a 2-year Master of Commerce coursework program followed by a 3-year PhD.

Generous scholarships are available for high achieving applicants, including full fee waivers and a stipend of AUD 37,000 per year (2024 RTP rate).

Research conference travel funding of AUD$15,000 is available to all confirmed PhD candidates.

Our PhD graduates have accepted positions at leading institutions both within Australia and internationally including the Australian National University, Monash University, Columbia University, Minnesota State University, Fordham and Singapore Management University.

Many of our academic staff have experience in industry and the profession and provide advice as consultants and expert witnesses. They have the experience to blend theoretical and practical knowledge in their teaching.