University
The University of Waikato
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Strategic Management
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Doctoral Degree
Duration
3 years
Next start date
Expected Aug 2024
Campus
Tauranga Campus
Summary
The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is awarded by the University for research carried out under the supervision of at least two staff members. A PhD can also be presented as a PhD with Publication or a PhD with a Creative Practice Component.
Why study a PhD?
The research, which must be the candidate's own work, is written up as a thesis, and may include papers published or intended to be published. The thesis is required to present the case for the research, outline the research undertaken and the findings and conclusions of that research. There is no course work for this degree.
Why study Strategic Management?
Strategy is at the top level of management. This subject will teach you how to develop innovative growth strategies for business that will stretch their horizons and set them up for success. Identify new ways of enabling firms to expand into new markets, launch new products, and deliver added economic and social value. Strategic Management considers the 'total enterprise' to ensure all of an organisation's resources are being well managed as a cohesive unit. Students will learn how to think critically about a company's situation, its key strengths and weaknesses, and devise strategies to improve future performance. You'll also develop an eye to spot emerging competitive threats, and explore new opportunities or barriers that could impact on a firm's future. For example, changing consumer trends or technological innovations, and keeping pace with industry or legal changes.
Career Opportunities
Management consultant
Business development manager
Business analyst / consultant
Business manager
CEO / General manager
Entrepreneur/Startup Founder
New venture consultant
Operations manager
Policy advisor / analyst (e.g., government)
Entry criteria
To qualify to enrol for the PhD, an applicant must
- have qualified for the award of a New Zealand bachelors degree with honours or master's degree,1 in a field relevant to the proposed research with at least second class honours (first division) or distinction, or for a qualification considered by the Academic Board to be equivalent, or
- have qualified for the degree of Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in a field relevant to the proposed research, or
- have enrolled for the degree of Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in a field relevant to the proposed research and demonstrated that they are able to transfer to the PhD, or
- have passed qualifying papers at a satisfactory level in a field relevant to the proposed research, and
- have demonstrated research ability, normally at least 30 points of research in an honours or master's degree, or significant professional research experience, or equivalent, or
- in exceptional circumstances have produced other evidence to the satisfaction of the Postgraduate Research Committee that they have adequate skills and knowledge to proceed with the proposed research.
English Language Requirements
- an Academic IELTS Overall score of at least 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any band), or
- a TOEFL iBT (Internet Based TOEFL) score of 90 with a Writing score of 21, or
- a TOEFL iBT Home Edition overall score of 90 with a Writing score of 21, or
- a PTE Academic overall score of 56 with no band less than 46, or
- a B2 First (formally known as Cambridge English: First (FCE)) with an overall score of 176 and no bands below 169, or
- a C2 Proficiency (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)) with an overall score of 176 and no bands below 169, or
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