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- What is the impact of Covid-19 on financial industry?
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- Dissertation Topics on Cryptocurrency
- Can the market of crypto be followed with a technical analysis?
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- Under the current supremacy regimen of Bitcoin and Ethereum, is there investment potential in alt coins?
- Are cryptocurrencies deemed as a reliable asset for swing trading?
- Why do banks oppose the advent of digital currency so fiercely?
- Dissertation Topics on Audit in Financial Services
- Can the BASEL rules be truly termed as successful to improve the liquidity and controls of the financial institutions?
- Function of automation and RPA in audit sector
- The role of auditors in the field of financial reporting: An Enron and WorldCom case study
- Auditors are the risk managers or cost centers for the bank: Discuss
- Sarbanes-Oxley Act and its impact on Auditor-client association in the UK
- Dissertation Topics on Risk Management: Capital, Liquidity, ALM, Models
- Financial crisis in the UK banking industry and liquidity risk management
- Risk management in the international banking functions in Europe: Its nature, scope and assessment
- Foreign exchange risk management within the financial institutions
- An evaluation of the credit risk management of the financial institutions
- How the provisions related to IFRS9 offer cushions to the financial service industry?
- Dissertation Topics on Internet Banking and Digital Journey for Banks
- The security challenges related to electronic banking transactions
- Can digitization be considered as a disruptive step towards banking sector?
- Will there be sustainability to Fintechs in the long run?
- What are the best security practices for the online transactions?
- Utility of Internet banking: Youth vs Elderly population
- Dissertation Topics on Ethics in Accounting
- Dilemma for the accountants: Ethics or profit?
- Rhetoric of rationality and the audit risk
- Does the accounting for a brand really matter?
- The independence of an auditor: Perception or reality?
- Transfer pricing and tax evasion: Teaching ethics to the accounting students of university
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- The impact of microfinance on the SME sector
- The growth of microfinance in South Asia over a period of time
- The impact of microfinance in alleviating poverty and boosting economic growth in Bangladesh: A case study
- What are the determinant factors leading to the success of the institutions of microfinance?
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- How the local commercial banks in Europe changed their practices over a period of time?
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- FDI strategies in Asia and Europe: A comparative study
- What is the link between economic growth and population: A case study of China
- The evolution and the current state of investment banking in the emerging markets
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- Hedge funds: An alternative investment option for the institutional investors
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- Investing in the energy sector of Russia: The bulwarks and opportunities
- Foreign investment and its impact on the economic growth of Zambia
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- Financial advancements in Europe and Asia: A comparative study
- What are the negative influences of microfinance in the developing economies?
- The merits and demerits of aggressive economic policies of China
- The restructuring of banking sector in Brazil: A case study
- The future of mutual funds in emerging economies
- An assessment of the financial crisis 2007-08: Could it have been eschewed?
- The merits and demerits of private equity investment in European Union post Brexit
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- Are the profits made by financial institutions unethical? If yes, why?
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- The accounting education programs in the US and the UK: A comparative study
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- Here is how the Internet banking would look like in the next 10 years
- An assessment of the trade blocks (BRIC) and their influence on the banking sector
- PATRIOT Act of the United States and its impact on the international banking
- How significant is the flow of credit to an agronomic industry?
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- Is there a connection between corporate strategy and capital structure?
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- An assessment of the financial statements of MasterCard and VISA
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- A multi-factor form quadratic stochastic volatility model and its implementation in insurance and finance
- A quantitative study of innovation-driven investment and its performance management on corporate fiscal returns
- American venture capitalism in the Post-American world: A case study
- Exploring the opportunities other than oil in Saudi Arabia and the UAE for foreign direct investment (FDI)
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- Economic growth through foreign direct investment: The case study of Nigeria
- Increasing the values of a firm through the derivatives for hedging
- Why the real estate sector in Dubai undergoing financial crisis?
- The connection between the sentiment of investor and stock volatility: A case study of the USA and China
- How the awareness and influence of financial services to the low income group endorsed the economy of Malaysia?
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Fintech Dissertation Topics – With Examples
Published by Owen Ingram at December 29th, 2022 , Revised On May 2, 2024
Introduction:
Fintech, short for financial technology, is a rapidly growing industry that focuses on using technology to improve the efficiency of traditional banking and financial services.
Fintech companies specialise in developing software and other tools that automate banking processes and make it easier for businesses and individuals to manage their finances.
The products created by these companies include mobile apps to track spending, online payment systems, digital wallets, and blockchain technology.
Researching fintech is a critically important exercise for students of finance and technology alike. The growing importance of fintech as an innovation sector has made it an ever-evolving field, requiring researchers to stay abreast of the trends to keep up with its rapid pace.
Fintech dissertation topics require an understanding of the underlying concepts and a clear grasp of the practical applications and emerging trends in the industry.
However, for students researching fintech dissertation topics, there are some inherent challenges associated with this task.
Due to its highly specialised nature, staying up-to-date on relevant topics can be difficult as a lot of new information appears each day that needs sifting through and digesting.
How to Choose the Best Fintech Dissertation Topic:
When selecting a fintech topic, the process of researching and choosing a dissertation topic can be both exciting and daunting. Therefore, students need to take their time researching potential topics before settling on one. The following are some tips that can help streamline this process:
- First, Have a general understanding of what areas the student would like to explore in fintech. This will give them a better sense of the topics most applicable to their project or paper.
- Next, Look into industry publications and journals, as these are great resources for finding relevant content and cutting-edge information about fintech advances.
- Students should look at current trends in the field that might be of interest. Next, they need to identify areas where there may be gaps in knowledge or new opportunities that have not yet been explored.
List of Fintech Dissertation Topics
- Understanding blockchain and fintech
- Embracing digital transformation with fintech
- The impact of fintech on financial innovations
- Smart investing with fintech tools
- The impact of fintech on businesses
- The future of fintech
- Digital finance and fintech: current research and future research directions
- Fintech: ecosystem, business models, investment decisions, and challenges
- How do banks interact with fintech startups?
- The Impact of fintech startups on financial institutions’ performance and default risk
- Fintech growth during COVID-19 in MENA region: current challenges and future prospects
- How digital finance and fintech can improve financial inclusion
- Data security and consumer trust in fintech innovation
- Artificial intelligence in fintech: understanding robo-advisors adoption among customers
- VaR and market value of fintech companies: An analysis and evidence from global data
- Is the sustainability profile of fintech companies a key driver of their value?
- Competition and cooperation between fintech companies and traditional financial institutions
- Bitcoin, blockchain and fintech: a systematic review and case studies in the supply chain
- How Blockchain can impact financial services–The overview, challenges and recommendations from expert interviewee
- How Can FinTech Impact Russia’s Development?
- A review of literature directions regarding the impact of fintech firms on the banking industry
- FinTech in India: An analysis of the impact of telecommunication on financial inclusion
- The impact of fintech innovation on green growth in China: Mediating effect of green finance
- How green FinTech can alleviate the impact of climate change—the case of Switzerland
- An empirical study of the impacts of perceived security and knowledge on continuous intention to use mobile fintech payment services
- The impact of fintech on the sustainability of Islamic accounting and finance education in Malaysia
- Research on Fintech development issues based on embedded cloud computing and big data analysis
- Fintech, digitalisation, and the law applicable to proprietary effects of transactions in securities (tokens): a European perspective
- The Problems of Consumer Protection in Fintech Peer To Peer Lending Business Activities in Indonesia
- Factors affecting continuance intention of FinTech payment among Millennials in Jakarta
- Banks and FinTechs: Friends or foes? What it takes for banks and FinTechs to successfully cooperate
- Effects of fintech on stock return: Evidence from retail banks listed in Indonesia stock exchange
- Fintech and Islamic finance: literature review and research agenda
- The Effect of FinTech on the Financial Institution in Six ASEAN Countries: Fama-French Five-Factor Asset Pricing Model Approach
- Data security and consumer trust in FinTech innovation in Germany
- Factors Affecting consumer acceptance of fintech products and Services in Malaysia
- What makes consumers trust and adopt fintech? An empirical investigation in China
- Toward Fintech Adoption Framework for Developing Countries-A Literature Review Based on the Stakeholder Perspective
- A detailed analysis of cryptography for financial markets
- An analysis of how different regulatory frameworks affect the growth and development of entrepreneurial fintech models in various regions.
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When considering the research within the field of fintech, it is important to consider and select a relevant topic carefully. The chosen topic should be engaging and topical, enabling research to be conducted effectively. It is essential that the right decision is made in order to ensure that meaningful results are achieved.
Firstly, when researching within fintech, it is vital to ensure that the selected topic is related to current trends within the sector. When exploring a current trend or development, an understanding can be gained as to how this will impact existing businesses and services, thus beneficial for those researching this field.
Secondly, personal interest must also be taken into account when choosing a research topic; this increases motivation and ensures that data collection remains efficient throughout the project.
By selecting a fintech topic that aligns with current trends and their own interests, students can ensure that they’re getting the most out of their research . The key is to select a project that allows students to explore current topics and those that may become more relevant in the future. Students should also consider what resources they already have access to so they can use them to support their projects.
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Dissertation Topic in Finance
Also known as the study of investments, Finance is a combination of two interrelated subjects – how money is handled and the process of obtaining money. One of the reasons why postgraduate students struggle with their Finance dissertation topics is that they do not spend enough time planning it. It is important for students to be extremely careful while writing a finance dissertation as it contributes a lot to their respective degrees. This blog provides you with the best topics, a dissertation structure, and more.
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Finance dissertations, as the name implies, are pieces of writing that study a certain finance topic chosen by the student. The subjects covered include anything from the stock market to banking and risk management to healthcare finance. This dissertation gives the student academic self-assurance and personal happiness in the subject of finance. Finance writing necessitates substantial research in order to produce a compelling report.
The majority of students have no idea why finance dissertation themes are so crucial. However, put yourself in the shoes of your lecturer. You’ve already read hundreds of theses. The majority of them covered the same ground — issues that you’re already tired of hearing about. Then there’s a topic with a distinct, intriguing theme. Something that piques your interest and entices you to read more. Wouldn’t you give those pupils some extra credit? You’d do it! This is why there are so many fantastic finance dissertation topics. You can get extra points for your efforts. The topic of your paper might mean the difference between a good and a terrific grade.
It’s difficult to come up with anything unique and interesting. There are, nevertheless, ways to come up with interesting ideas. Here are a few pointers on how to locate them:
- Read a fantastic finance dissertation and find for areas where further study is needed.
- Go to the library and read a couple theses to get some ideas.
- Inquire with a writing agency about some ideas from one of their professional dissertation writers.
- In writing forums and blogs, ask for assistance. If you ask gently, people will give you some excellent suggestions.
- Look for ideas on the internet, but don’t use them exactly as they are. Make them distinctive by changing them.
- Talk to other students who are working on their dissertations and find out what other ideas they had before settling on the present topic.
- Narrow down your topic : Your financial topic should be narrowed down to a certain niche. It should concentrate on a single area, such as microfinance, microfinance, or online banking.
- Verify your facts: Finance is a topic that requires a great deal of logical analysis of statistical data. As a result, double-check facts and statistics using credible sources before using them in your paper.
- Write concisely: You should condense a financial paper into a tight, succinct work, unlike other papers with extended narrative narratives. At this length, the adage of ‘short is sweet’ theoretically applies.
- Arrange your data neatly: A report that is crammed with numbers and graphs may turn off a reader at first glance. Know how and when to utilise your data for a great financial thesis.
- Write simply: Avoid using jargon that might be confusing to a non-technical reader. When technical terminology are required, utilise accessible examples to convey them. In a finance dissertation, simplicity is king. So make good use of it.
Dissertation submission is very important to obtain a PG Degree. You are supposed to submit the work by the end of your study course, so by the last year of your degree, you may have got enough ideas and problems dealing with finance. While starting with a finance dissertation topic you should always remember that the purpose of a Finance Dissertation is to demonstrate your research ability, how you analyze specific data and come up with a conclusion. Mentioned below is a step to step guide for you to start working with:
Step 1 : Choose a relevant and interesting topic for your research
Step 2 : Discuss and receive feedback from your supervisor
Step 3 : Finalise the research methods to prove the significance of the selected topic
Step 4 : Gather the required data from relevant sources
Step 5 : Conduct the research and analyse the acquired results
Step 6 : Work on the outline of your dissertation
Step 7 : Make a draft and proofread it. Discuss with your advisors if any changes are to be made
Step 8 : Make the required corrections.
Step 9 : Draft the final dissertation
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There are so many different ways you can structure your dissertation. But the most common and universally accepted way is as follows:
- Introduction
- Literature review
- Methodology
- Analysis of the data and Significance/Implications of the acquired results
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Finance Dissertation Topics
Finance is an extensive field, you can explore a lot of areas related to finance to choose a dissertation topic. Here we’ve mentioned the best finance dissertation topics to make it easier for you:
Mentioned below are some of the topics related to the recent issues in the world:
- The negative impact of microfinance in developing countries.
- The effects of population growth on economic growth in China
- Cryptocurrency: Are we ready to digitalise the monetary world?
- Analyzing the financial statements of VISA and MasterCard
- Why do banks oppose digital currency?
- Risks and benefits associated with digital money transferring technology
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- Investing in India’s technology sector – obstacles and opportunities
- Foreign investment and its effects on economic growth in India
- The effect of corporation investments in the economic development of the community
- Comparing financial development in Asia and Europe
- Did the banks help Small Medium Enterprises to grow in India in the last 5 years?
- The Indian Economic Crisis of 1991
Best MBA Dissertation Topics
Be careful while choosing an MBA Dissertation Topic as it involves more intense study. Make sure the topic you’ve chosen remains within your field of study. We’ve listed some of the best topics you can choose for an MBA Dissertation:
- Management skills an entrepreneur need
- The place of communication for effective management in the workplace
- How technology took over management
- The impact of good leadership in an organization
- How does a strong social media presence affect a company’s marketing strategies?
- Human resource management in non-profit organizations
- The importance of employee motivation programs on productivity
- Management’s socio-cultural background and how it influences leadership relationships
- How do employment benefits impact employee and company’s productivity?
- Business team performance in multinational corporations
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- Study on Future Options in Markets in India
- Gold as an Investable Commodity in India
- Study on Impact Of Corruption On FDI Inflows In India
- The Impact Of The Money Supply On Economic Growth In India
- Capital Structure Of The Business Enterprises In Delhi NCR
- GST And Its Effect on MNC Manufacturing Companies
- Analysis of the Insurance Industry in India
- Analysis of HDFC Bank Finance
- Comparative analysis of HDFC Bank with ICICI bank
- Comparison of Market Share in Public Sector Banks VS Private Sector Banks
- The impact of online banking on the world.
- Risk factors and security issues that are inherent in online banking.
- Fraud and identity theft is accomplished via internet banking.
- Advantages and disadvantages of internet banking for consumers.
- Risk management in investment banking
- The rise of growing banking sectors in developing nations.
- Issues surrounding banking in China’s growing economy.
- The impact of the Federal Reserve on the United States and global economy
- Banking and asset-liability in management.
- The strategies to use online banking technology to attract customers.
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- Case study of the impact of industry and public knowledge on the market share index’s fluctuation
- Significance of auditing for large corporations
- Examining India’s country’s tax scheme
- What to consider when investing in financial markets?
- From an accounting perspective, risk-taking in companies and its effects
- Evaluate the differences and similarities between external and internal auditors
- Can taxation be considered a human rights policy? Analyse the problem
- What are the consequences of India’s current tax structure on individuals with a lower income?
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We’ve included a Finance Dissertation Research Example with reference to a Finance Dissertation Structure:
- The Indian Economic Crisis of 1991 – The title of your Finance Dissertation must focus on your research objective.
- Abstract – The 1991 Indian economic crisis was…………….. imports and other external factors. The abstract part must include a summary of the research problem or objective of the research, the research design and a summary of the results.
- Introduction – The introduction must reflect your research on the Indian Economic Crisis of 1991 in a way that the audience already gets to know what the research is going to include.
3.1 Background (background of the study)
3.2 Problem Statement (significance of the problem in context)
3.3 Purpose/Research Questions (What caused the Crisis, how was the crisis revived etc.)
- Review of Literature – The Review of Literature Section must include a theoretical rationale of the problem, the importance of the study, and the significance of the results.
- Methodology – The Methodology Section must include the description of the subjects, research methods used in the data collection and any limitations issues involved.
- Significance/Implications (Results of the Discussion)
*Please note that the above-mentioned structure is only for your reference to get an idea of writing a Finance Dissertation.
Choosing the right topic for your Finance dissertation to plan the work, all the above-mentioned aspects must be given equal importance. This blog has included the best dissertation topic in finance in MBA, accounting, and banking you can choose while writing a dissertation.
Finance research papers and dissertations should be prepared in a way that answers the core question while also being relevant to the remainder of the study. For example, if the dissertation’s major question is “what is the link between foreign exchange rates and the interest rates of a specific country,” the dissertation should provide suitable illustrations to help illustrate the topic. It should also go through the major and minor concerns that are relevant to this topic. Furthermore, utilise proper language to ensure that the article is readily understood by readers. The overall purpose of the project is to produce a well-written, well-researched, and well-supported dissertation.
It takes around 2 years to complete an MBA in India while 1 year to complete a full-time MBA in other countries.
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The 10 Best PhD Programs in Finance
In essence, finance is the study of economics and the claims on resources. The best PhD programs in finance help you develop professionally so you can make difficult decisions around fund allocation, financial planning, and corporate financial management. This qualification will also equip you for a career in teaching or research at top universities.
Which of the 10 best finance PhDs is best for you?
Read on to learn everything you need to know.
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Why Get a Doctorate in Finance?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), finance managerial professionals have an average salary of $131,710 per year, and jobs are estimated to grow by 17% from 2020 to 2030. This is much more than the average across all occupations. With a PhD in finance, you may work as a finance manager or even become a CEO of a large corporation.
Jobs and Salaries for Doctors of Finance
After earning a PhD in finance, you can find well-paid jobs as a professor or in various corporate finance roles.
Here are some of the most common finance professions with the average annual salaries for each:
- Financial Manager ( $96,255 )
- Financial Analyst ( $63,295 )
- Finance Professor ( $73,776 )
- Chief Financial Officer ( $140,694 )
- Investment Analyst ( $67,730 )
Read More: The Highest Paying PhD Programs
What’s the average cost of a phd program in finance.
The tuition for a PhD in finance can vary depending on the university, with public institutions generally being much more affordable than private ones.
Across all schools, the average tuition is around $30,000 per year.
However, on top of this, you need to factor in other expenses, which could add up to another $30,000 a year. Some top universities offer full funding, including tuition and a stipend for all students who are successfully admitted to the program.
Read Next: The Average Cost of a Master’s Degree in Finance
Top finance phd programs and schools, stanford university, graduate school of business.
PhD in Finance
Stanford University is one of the most prestigious business schools in the world. Its PhD in finance programs has an emphasis on theoretical modeling and empirical testing of financial and economic principles.
- Courses include: Financial markets, empirical asset pricing, macroeconomics, and financial markets.
- Duration: 5 years
- Tuition : Full funding
- Financial aid: Research & teaching assistantship, grants, outside employment, and outside support.
- Delivery: On-campus
- Acceptance rate: 5%
- Location: Stanford, California
The University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School
The University of Pennsylvania’s renowned Wharton School of Business is home to faculty who are well-known in the field of business research. The school boasts a low student-faculty ratio in an atmosphere that allows you to work with faculty members as peers. This doctor of finance program emphasizes subjects like asset pricing, corporate finance, and portfolio management. This helps students become experts in research and teaching in these areas.
- Courses include: Topics in asset pricing, financial economics, and international finance.
- Credits: 18 courses
- Financial aid: Fellowships, grants, student employment, health insurance, stipend, and loans.
- Acceptance rate: 9%
- Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The University of Chicago, Booth School of Business
Booth School of Business is a major center for finance education because its faculty includes Eugene F. Fama, Nobel laureate and the father of modern empirical finance. This finance doctoral degree has an option for a joint PhD in collaboration with the university’s economics department.
- Courses: Financial economics, financial markets in the macroeconomy, and behavioral finance.
- Tuition : Refer tuition page
- Financial aid: Grants, stipends, health insurance, scholarships, fellowships, teaching assistantships, research assistantships, and loans.
- Acceptance rate: 7%
- Location: Chicago, Illinois
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Gies College of Business
The University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign is one of the best places for studying and conducting research in finance. Its finance research faculty was ranked #4 in the UTD Top 100 Business School Research Rankings between 2016-2019. In this PhD in finance program, students can take the qualifying examination at the end of the first year and, if successful. They’ll be able to start their research project earlier and complete the degree sooner.
- Courses include: Empirical analysis in finance, corporate finance, and statistics & probability.
- Duration: 4-5 years
- Financial aid: Full tuition waiver, stipends, scholarships, grants, student employment, and loans.
- Acceptance rate: 63%
- Location: Champaign, Illinois
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Sloan School of Management
The Sloan School is one of the top research centers in the world, which aims to transform students into experts who can handle real-world problems in a wide range of spheres, from business and healthcare to climate change. This PhD program in finance gives students the flexibility to choose between a wide range of electives and even study some courses at Harvard.
- Courses include: Current research in financial economics, statistics/applied econometrics, and corporate finance.
- Duration: 6 years
- Financial aid: Full tuition, stipend, teaching assistantships, research assistantships, health insurance, fellowships, scholarships, and loans.
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
Northwestern University, Kellogg School of Management
The Kellogg School of Management allows students to conduct independent research under the supervision of faculty who’ve made significant contributions to the field and have earned numerous prestigious awards. This doctorate of finance program’s admission process has a dual application option. You can also apply to the Economics PhD simultaneously, so if you are not selected for the finance program, you may be considered for economics.
- Courses include: Econometrics, corporate finance, and asset pricing.
- Duration: 5.5 years
- Financial aid: Tuition scholarship, stipends, health insurance, moving allowance, and subsidies.
- Location: Evanston, Illinois
The University of California Berkeley, Haas School of Business
The Haas School of Business in Berkeley is an innovative institution that questions the status quo, takes intelligent risks, and accepts sensible failures in its path to progress. This finance PhD program offers students opportunities to learn about cutting-edge research from faculty from around the world.
- Courses include: Corporate finance theory, stochastic calculus, and applications of psychology & economics.
- Tuition : Refer cost page
- Financial aid: Fellowships, grants, tuition allowance, stipends, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships.
- Acceptance rate: 17%
- Location: Berkeley, California
The University of Texas at San Antonio, Alvarez College of Business
The Alvarez College of Business is one of the forty largest business schools in the USA. It follows a comprehensive and practical approach to education that allows students to apply the knowledge they gain directly in the workplace. This PhD in finance encourages students to do collaborative research with the faculty, which helps them publish their own academic papers before they even complete the program.
- Courses include: Corporate finance, international financial markets, and microeconomic theory.
- Credits: 84 (post-bachelors)
- Financial aid: Scholarships, grants, work-study, teaching assistantships, research assistantships, research fellowships, and loans.
- Acceptance rate: 84%
- Location: San Antonio, Texas
Liberty University, School of Business
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Finance
Liberty University is a non-profit institution among the top five online schools in the USA and has been offering fixed tuition fees for the past seven years. This is one of the best PhD in Finance programs you can do completely online. It aims to prepare students to address issues in business finance through research, best practices, and relevant literature.
- Courses: Managerial Finance, Investments & Derivatives, Business Valuation, etc.
- Credits: 60
- Duration: 3 years average
- Tuition : $595 per credit
- Financial aid: Grants, scholarships, work-study, veteran benefits, and loans.
- Delivery: Online
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Location: Lynchburg, Virginia
Northcentral University
PhD in Business Administration (PhD-BA) – Finance Management
Northcentral University was founded with the objective of offering flexible, fully-online programs to working professionals around the world. This doctorate degree in finance online is flexible and allows you to design your own schedule. You will also get one-on-one personal mentoring from qualified faculty.
- Courses include: Business financial systems, business statistics, and business leadership & strategy.
- Duration: 84 months average
- Tuition: $1,105 per credit
- Financial aid: Grants, scholarships, and military scholarships.
- Acceptance rate: NA
- Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
Things To Consider When Choosing a Finance PhD Program
The right PhD program for you is a very personal decision and will depend on several individual factors.
However, these general questions will help you to make the right choice:
- Is the university properly accredited?
- Does the university conduct innovative and cutting-edge research?
- Are there renowned faculty members who you’ll want to work with?
- Do they offer subjects or specializations that match your career goals?
- What is the school’s placement history?
- What are the tuition fees, costs, and options for scholarships and financial aid?
- Does the program offer online study options?
It’s also important to consider if you want to pursue a career in academia or work in organizations as a senior finance professional. A PhD degree will generally set you up for a career in research or academia, while a DBA is more suited to a career in business or government.
Preparing for a Finance Doctorate Program
It’s important to start preparing early if you want to be selected for one of the best finance PhD programs.
These handy tips can help you put your best foot forward:
- Research the requirements of the best universities offering PhD in finance degrees, including pre-requisite subjects and qualifying grades. Keep these in mind when completing your bachelor’s or master’s degree.
- Understand your strengths and weaknesses in relation to the program’s requirements. Work on your weaknesses and continue to hone relevant skills.
- Read extensively in the field and keep up-to-date on regional and global developments.
- Join communities of finance professionals to build your network and be exposed to the latest knowledge in the discipline.
Skills You Gain from Earning a PhD in Finance
The most important skills you learn as a doctor of finance include:
- Communication skills, including writing and presentation skills
- Data analytical skills
- Economics and accounting skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Mathematical skills
- Analytical software skills
- Management and leadership skills
- Problem-solving skills
PhD Programs in Finance FAQs
How long does a phd in finance take.
PhD programs in finance usually take between three and eight years to complete.
Is It Worth Getting a PhD in Finance?
A PhD in Finance is a qualification that’s in high demand today. It is a terminal degree and can help you get top-level jobs with lucrative salaries in corporate or large organizations.
How Much Can You Make With a PhD in Finance?
With a finance doctorate, you can expect to earn a salary anywhere from around $45,000 to $150,000, depending on your experience, role, and the organization you work for. According to the BLS, the average salary for finance PhD holders is $131,710 .
What Do You Need To Get a PhD in Finance?
The admissions requirements vary depending on the program, but you’ll typically need a bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance. The programs can take three to eight years of coursework and research.
To apply, you’ll usually need to submit:
- Application
- Academic resume
- Academic transcripts
- Recommendation letters
- GRE or GMAT score
- Personal essay
Final Thoughts
With a doctorate in finance, you can build a rewarding career in academia, research, or the business sector. Like any doctorate, these programs ask for dedication and hard work. By planning early, you’ll set yourself up to pursue one of the best PhD programs in finance.
For more on how to build your career in the field, take a look at our guides to the best master’s degree in finance , the highest paying PhDs , and fully-funded PhD programs .
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Specialising in applied finance, particularly corporate finance and governance and with significant expertise in asset pricing, financial economics and banking.
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The PhD programme provides an opportunity to undertake original research into a wide variety of areas. The department has a lively team of academic staff, with their own individual research topic areas. Our research aims to improve the understanding of today’s business and policy implications. The finance staff is engaged with practitioners and academic institutions within the UK and abroad.
Our PhD program is aimed at those who wish to become experts in a specialised finance field. Our purpose is to involve PhD students in our areas of expertise, providing them with a strong setting in which to pursue their research, and encouraging and helping with publication. As a research graduate, you will be equipped to design and conduct high-quality research and encourage to present your work both within the department and at international conferences. To support research and teaching, the group benefits from database subscriptions, including Datastream, Thomson ONE banker and Bloomberg.
In the first year, students are normally encouraged to study several chosen courses in applied finance which will develop their quantitative and qualitative research skills as well as their knowledge of the finance research literature and methodologies. An appropriate programme of study is developed for each student in consultation with the candidate’s supervisor.
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The Finance group research themes focus on:
- Financial economics, corporate finance & corporate governance
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To explore capital structure decisions under capital market imperfections. Specifically, issues related to capital structure and firm behaviour. The examination of dividend policy, corporate governance, financial development, financial distress and bankruptcy.
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Asset Pricing, Capital Markets and applied financial econometrics
To undertake research in empirical testing of asset pricing models. This could cover topics such as time-series properties of asset returns (i.e. predictability, volatility), cross-sectional properties of asset returns (i.e. CAPM, factor models) and the pricing of equity index derivative securities financial frictions on asset markets.
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To explore research in the area of banking and financial markets, specifically on topics related to bank efficiency, financial stability, credit markets, investment efficiency.
Experts: Dr Chunxia Jiang , Dr Filipa Da Silva Fernandes
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To conduct research on cryptocurrencies/FinTech related subjects. Specifically, the links between cryptocurrency and international investment markets, market efficiency of cryptocurrencies, the price/volatility relationship among cryptocurrencies.
Experts: Professor Gerhard Kling , Dr Seungho Lee , Dr Seungho Lee
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The applicants of our research degree should usually possess a good Master’s degree (or overseas equivalent), with a significant component in the finance area.
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