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PhD in Business Administration

Build the research that moves organisations, markets and policy forward. Specialise in Accounting, Finance or Management at Kigali Independent University ULK.

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Duration4 years
Study modeWeekend
CampusKigali
Tuition12,000,000, RWF
LanguageEnglish

About the programme

The PhD in Business Administration prepares scholars and senior practitioners to produce original, rigorous research on real business and public-sector problems.

Choose your specialisation

Accounting

In different research areas like financial reporting, auditing, public-sector accounting.

Finance

Research areas like corporate finance, banking, financial markets.

Management

Research areas like strategy, leadership, organisational behaviour.

Admission requirements

  • A Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognised institution [confirm]
  • A research concept note in your chosen specialisation
  • Academic transcripts and certificates
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Research Motivation Letter
  • Recommendation letters from at least two academic referees who are knowledgeable to the applicant
  • National ID or passport
  • Proof of payment of 100,000 Rwf non-refundable application fee.

How to apply

  1. Review the requirements and pick your specialisation.
  2. Prepare your documents and research concept note.
  3. Submit your application through the online portal.
  4. Wait for your application to be reviewed and interview notification upon approval
  5. Receive your admission decision and complete registration.

Why study at ULK

1996Founded, with campuses in Kigali and Gisenyi
42,958Graduates to date
211Highly qualified teaching staff

Ready to start your doctoral journey?

Speak to our admissions team or apply online today.

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Kigali Campus: +250 788 304 086
Gisenyi Campus: +250 788 308 792
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