Ph.D. in Business Administration: Financehttp://www.business.wsu.edu/academics/Finance/Pages/index.aspx
Admission Requirements Prerequisites: Three semesters of college calculus, one semester of mathematics for economists, one semester of linear algebra, two semesters of probability and statistics, one semester of intermediate microeconomics, one semester of intermediate corporate finance, one semester of investments, one semester of financial markets and institutions. To apply send three strong letters of recommendation, official GMAT score, and a statement of purpose identifying your area of interest, experiences, and intended research focus. Minimum criteria for admission: GMAT suggested minimum of 600; GPA 3.25 on a 4.00 scale; for international students TOEFL 580 (237c, IBT 92-93), IELTS 6.5 or MELAB 82. Program Description The goal of the doctoral program in finance is to provide rigorous instruction in finance theory, empirical methods, and the application of quantitative tools to finance problems. Upon completion of the program, graduates should have a comprehensive understanding of theoretical and applied finance and have a command of quantitative and econometric methods sufficient to produce high quality research at universities or perform competitively in the finance industry. Students are required to complete general business foundation requirements, after which an academic advisor will be assigned to assist in completing the required 48 credit hours of course work. Students will be able to work closely with a faculty advisor to identify the specific research and major and minor courses in their area of study. Classes are designed to lead doctoral candidates to their preliminary written and oral examinations administered by graduate faculty. Department of Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate
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