Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
in Specialized Areas in Accounting, Finance & Banking, Management and Marketing
A rigorous 3-year research-focused programme for those pursuing academic or high-level industry leadership.
Programme Overview
The UPBS PhD is a practice-oriented doctorate that blends rigorous academic research with real-world business relevance. Delivered in Modules, the programme prepares scholars and senior professionals to generate knowledge that drives organisational and policy change.
Duration: Three years (minimum)
Delivery: Fridays and Saturdays, plus online engagement
Programme Content
Module 1 – Strategic and Research Foundations
Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship
Advanced Research Methodology
Contemporary Issues in Accounting
Module 2 – Finance, Change, and Consumer Insight
Accounting for Managers
Corporate Finance and Financial Strategy
Corporate Strategy
Module 3 – Financial Systems, Management, and Digital Markets
Theory and Management of Financial Institutions and Markets
Advanced Business Management
Digital and Social Marketing
Module 4 – Global Finance, Governance, and Business Environment
Empirical and Contemporary Issues in Finance and Banking
Globalization and Management
Advanced Business Environment and Corporate Governance
Module 5 - Specialisation Tracks
Accounting (Forensic Accounting / Taxation and Public Sector / Management Accounting and Policy)
History of Accounting Thought
Advanced Auditing Theory
Advanced Financial Accounting Theory
Finance and Banking (Investment and Portfolio Management / Financial Institutions / Corporate Finance)
Advanced Theory of Financial Intermediation
Advanced Quantitative Decision Techniques in Finance
Advanced Portfolio Theory and Management
Management (Organizational Behaviour / Human Resources and Strategic Management / Production and Operations Management)
Management Thought and Philosophy
Advanced Management Theory
Advanced Conflict Management
Marketing (Digital and Social Marketing / Consumer Behaviour / International Marketing)
Marketing Thought and Philosophy
Advanced Quantitative Techniques in Marketing
Advanced International Marketing Strategy and Managerial Decisions
Module 6 – Research and Thesis
(Each specialisation follows the same structure.)
Seminar 1
Seminar 2
Thesis
Who Attends
Senior executives and consultants aiming to publish high-impact research
Academics seeking a practice-oriented doctorate
Public-sector leaders solving complex policy and governance challenges
Entrepreneurs and innovators driving large-scale ventures
Career Impact
Thought leadership: Produce research that shapes industry practice and policy.
Academic credentials: Qualify for professorial and visiting-scholar roles.
Strategic insight: Deepen expertise in finance, accounting, management, or marketing.
Influential network: Collaborate with high-level peers across sectors.
Fees
Total Programme Fee:
₦4,172,000 (Four Million One Hundred and Seventy Two Thousand Naira Only)
This fee covers tuition, course materials, online resources, and access to campus facilities throughout the two‑year duration of the programme.
Flexible Payment Options Available
Fees may be paid in structured instalments. For details, please contact the UPBS Admissions Office.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long is the PhD at UPBS?
The MBA runs for three years, delivered over weekend modules.
What are the entry requirements?
A relevant master’s degree (CGPA 3.50 or above) and a solid record of professional or research experience.
Can I choose more than one specialization?
Students select one specialisation track in Module 5 to ensure depth in a focused area.
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