PH.D. ACADEMICS
YOUR FUTURE IS WIDE OPEN
The Texas McCombs Ph.D. Program develops outstanding scholars for careers in research and teaching at leading academic institutions throughout the world. Open the door wide and step through now.
AREAS OF STUDY – FIND YOUR PASSION!
Texas McCombs offers five distinct Areas of Study and the freedom to collaborate side-by-side with our acclaimed faculty and researchers across a broad range of knowledge and business disciplines.
Visit each site below to learn what our faculty and students are researching and publishing and details about specific requirements for each program.
Five Years of Study
How the Program Works
We know your research interests will shift as you progress through the program. As you dedicate yourself to excellence in research and embrace the values of learning, innovation, and creativity – we will mentor and guide you to a fulfilling outcome.
Years One and Two
- Coursework
- Examination
- Research Papers
- Research Activities
- Field-Specific Requirements
Year Three
- Directed Reading and Research
- Admission to Candidacy
- Formulation of Research Topic
Years Four and Five
- Continued Research
- Oral Examination
- Dissertation
Globally Ranked Academic Prowess
#1
ACCOUNTING
Doctoral Program
US News & World Report Public Accounting Report
#12
GRADUATES PRODUCED
US Doctoral Graduates
Financial Times
#16
RESEARCH PUBLISHED
Global Publications
Financial Time
#12
BUSINESS SCHOOL RESEARCH
Global Research
UT Dallas Ranking Report
Are You Ready to Change the World?
The Texas McCombs Doctoral Program is seeking individuals who are interested in transforming the global marketplace. Are you one of these future thought leaders?