Equip yourself for a rewarding career in research and teaching with a Ph.D. in business from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. As a doctoral student in the Wisconsin School of Business, you will work side by side with globally recognized faculty on research that is changing the face of business. You will join a collegial community of scholars who support each other's work and share a passion for inquiry. As a result of this rigorous training, our graduates are successfully placed in tenure-track positions at top universities.
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Eight areas of study, or specializations, are offered in the Wisconsin Ph.D. Program in business. Students pursuing the joint degree in finance and economics are admitted to both the Wisconsin School of Business and the economics department at UW–Madison.
All doctoral students in the Wisconsin School of Business meet the same general Ph.D. requirements and have access to a full complement of research and teaching resources.
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is one of the most prolific research universities in the world, ranking among the top six American public universities for research expenditures every year since 1972. Doctoral students at the Wisconsin School of Business work side by side with highly regarded faculty who are at the forefront of thought leadership. Our close-knit academic community fosters inspiration and forward-thinking ideas.
The Wisconsin Ph.D. Program attracts students from diverse backgrounds who share a commitment to scholarship.
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Our graduates go on to tenure-track positions at top research universities in the nation and the world.
Top universities around the world hire the next generation of thought leaders and educators from the Wisconsin School of Business.
The Wisconsin School of Business encourages the participation of minorities in our doctoral program.
Learn about the admissions requirements, application process, and financing considerations for the Wisconsin Ph.D. Program. Be prepared so you can submit your application on or before the yearly December 15 deadline.
The Wisconsin School of Business has representatives at many events sponsored by DocNet and at The Ph.D. Project. Join us at an event to get answers to your questions about the Wisconsin Ph.D. Program in business.
Madison, Wisconsin is often ranked as one of the best mid-sized cities in America. Doctoral students appreciate the moderate cost of living and easy accessibility of the city’s many amenities. The area is known for its healthy economy, sports and recreation, entertainment, culture, activities for children and families, and more. Wisconsin Ph.D. students also enjoy access to an impressive collection of academic and extracurricular resources on the UW–Madison campus.
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