MRes/PhD Business & Management
The Behavioural Science pathway By studying this pathway, you’ll be taught by researchers in behavioural science and tap into their extensive academic expertise and collaborative network. You will develop the cutting edge skills and interdisciplinary expertise needed to succeed in this rapidly developing field. Previous students now occupy prestigious positions across academia, industry and the public sector. To find out more about the Behavioural
Fees and funding Our MRes/PhD Business & Management programme is fully-funded. All students accepted onto the programme will have their full fees paid and will receive an annual stipend of approximately £23,000 per annum throughout their course, subject to satisfactory progress. You don’t need to apply separately for this funding. It will be included as part of the offer onto the programme.
Make your mark on the business landscape with our fully-funded MRes/PhD Business & Management programme. Research a host of disciplines that influence society and business on this 2 + 3 year programme.
Previous methods modules have included:
Methods modules (qualitative) ■ Designing & Conducting Qualitative Research
■ Qualitative Data Analysis ■ Theorising & Publishing Qualitative Research.
Your MRes If you choose our MRes/PhD Business
& Management programme, you will initially be registered for an MRes. This is a compulsory taught part of the programme, and you will be required to pass modules in your first and second years. The main requirement for the award of your MRes at the end of your second year is the successful completion of all taught modules. Modules You’ll have the freedom to research many different business and management disciplines, and develop and grow your own research interests. You’ll study 13 modules over your first two years, comprising three core modules, four methods modules, and six elective modules. Core modules ■ Foundations of Business & Management Research ■ Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods ■ Research Skills in Business & Management ■ Research Portfolio. You will choose either one qualitative module and three quantitative modules, or one quantitative module and three qualitative modules.
Methods modules (quantitative) ■ Optimal Decision Making ■ Quantitative Methods I ■ Quantitative Methods II ■ Learning from Data ■ Causal Inference. Elective module information can be found on our webpages: W wbs.ac.uk/go/phdstructure Your PhD Following the successful completion of your dissertation and PhD Admissions Panel, you’ll then move onto the traditional PhD element of the programme. Here you’ll have the chance to delve deeper into your chosen area of interest, and work within our world-class research groups, interacting with leading faculty in a host of disciplines. You’ll also create a global network by researching and studying abroad as part of your course. The main requirement for the award of your PhD is the successful completion of a thesis which makes a significant original contribution to knowledge.
Science pathway visit our website: W wbs.ac.uk/go/phdstructure
Making an application Applications are made through the
Our entry requirements Competition to join our MRes/PhD Business & Management is very strong; you’ll need to demonstrate you have the intellectual capabilities, stamina, drive and commitment to complete a ground-breaking piece of work through independent study. In all cases, applicants will be interviewed, either in person or online. ■ Bachelors degree: 1st class (recommended) ■ Masters degree: Distinction (recommended) in social sciences, behavioural sciences, or engineering. In exceptional circumstances, we will consider MBAs without a social sciences, behavioural science or engineering background or candidates without a Masters who hold a strong 1st class honours Bachelors degree supported by a very strong CV and academic references. Decisions on these and other exceptions will be made on a case-by-case basis ■ GMAT or GRE score required. A GMAT or GRE score is required and should be provided as part of your application. However, we have no defined threshold and the score provided will be indicative to merely supplement and strengthen your application.
University of Warwick’s online form, which can be accessed through our website. Please ensure you meet the entry requirements before submitting an application. Full details
can be found on our website: W wbs.ac.uk/go/BMapply
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