PhD in Finance in Canada
There are 4 phd Finance programmes for international students across 2 universities in Canada. Browse the full list below, compare entry requirements, and explore scholarships to fund your studies.
Doctor of Business Administration (Ph.D.) – Accounting Sciences
This Ph.D. program in Accounting Sciences is designed for individuals aspiring to academic careers in accounting research. It provides a rigorous research-focused environment within a community of esteemed professors. The program covers areas such as financial accounting, auditing, taxation, management control, and governance. This program is offered jointly with Concordia University, McGill University, and the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM). This partnership enhances access to a broad range of faculty expertise and courses, creating a unique academic resource. The program is full-time, typically completed in 4 to 5 years, and can be taken in French, English, or bilingually. Importantly, tuition fees are waived, and competitive funding is provided for the first four years of study.
Doctorate in Business Administration (Ph.D.) – Finance
This Ph.D. program in Finance aims to train highly qualified and innovative researchers for academic or corporate careers. You will join a stimulating and well-resourced environment at the forefront of financial knowledge. The program is offered in English and is a collaborative effort between HEC Montréal, Concordia University, McGill University, and UQAM. This partnership provides access to resources, professors, and courses that are rarely available elsewhere. It is a full-time program designed to be completed in 4 to 5 years.
Doctorate in Business Administration (Ph.D.) – Financial Engineering
The Ph.D. in Financial Engineering is a rigorous, full-time doctoral program offered jointly by HEC Montréal, Concordia University, McGill University, and Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM). This unique partnership provides access to an exceptionally broad range of resources, including faculty expertise and specialized courses, rarely found elsewhere. The program focuses on advanced topics in finance and mathematics, with mathematics courses recognized by the Institut des sciences mathématiques (ISM), allowing doctoral students from other universities to enroll. Graduates are well-prepared for academic careers or high-level positions in finance, consulting, and investment firms.
PhD Program in Accounting
The Rotman PhD Program in Accounting is designed to prepare students for academic careers in accounting at leading research-oriented universities. It offers rigorous training, close interaction with faculty, and a fully funded program. The program emphasizes theory building alongside state-of-the-art quantitative empirical research, with faculty contributing to leading journals in the field. Rotman's Accounting group is internationally recognized, ranking highly in global research assessments.
Frequently asked questions
How many Finance programmes are there in Canada?
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4 across 2 universities, listed on this page.
Can international students apply?
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Yes — these programmes admit international students; check each programme's entry requirements and language of instruction.