Management PhD Program
The Department of Management and Organizations Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management prepares students for research and teaching positions at major universities.
Management PhD Program Facts
- Full-time program (five years)
- Fields of study include organizational behavior, organizational theory, strategy and judgment/decision making
- Encompasses theories and methodologies from psychology, sociology, economics, political science and management
- 1:2 Student to faculty ratio
Why the Doctoral Program in Management at Arizona?
In-Depth Understanding
Managing the modern organization requires an in-depth understanding of individual behavior, small group and team behavior and organizational structures and processes. The PhD program in Management provides training and encourages research at all three levels of analysis.
Top Faculty
Management and Organizations faculty consistently publish in top-tier journals such as Academy of Management Journal, Administrative Science Quarterly, Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, Journal of Applied Psychology, Organization Science, Strategic Management Journal and Personnel Psychology. Several faculty members serve as editors of top journals and many serve on a multiple editorial boards.
Engaged Students
Doctoral students are encouraged to participate in a variety of research topics and have access to a number of support tools, including the Decision Behavior Laboratory and an expansive subject pool. Students also enjoy a 1:2 student-to-faculty ratio, minimal teaching loads, small class sizes, a collegial atmosphere and competitive funding.
Top-ranked Research
By focusing on research, doctoral students are able to successfully compete in the academic marketplace upon graduation. According to recent analysis by Texas A&M University and the University of Georgia, Eller's Department of Management and Organizations is a leader among management departments in the U.S. for faculty research productivity, ranking #2 for publications/faculty during 2021 and #6 over the last five years.
Five Years of Full Funding
All students admitted to the Management & Organizations PhD program receive comprehensive financial support for up to five years. Funding includes tuition, a competitive annual stipend, and health insurance.
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