PhD in Management
Develop Advanced Skills in Research and Teaching
Sprott’s PhD in Management delivers advanced training in research and teaching, providing both a theoretical and practical understanding of the complex problems facing business and managers. We offer a number of interdisciplinary, issue-focused courses to provide a holistic perspective to defining and solving problems. At the same time, students are able to ground their learning and research in selected functional areas and apply their knowledge to their areas of specialization.
Sprott PhD in Management
Program Features:
- The ability to gain advanced study in two functional areas of business through course work.
- Integrative courses not commonly found in other PhD programs focusing on interconnections between disparate phenomena.
- Participating in a seminar series on current management problems involving business, government leaders and academic researchers.
- The PhD in Management can be completed full-time or part-time.
We offer progressive program options and mentorship from esteemed faculty in the following areas:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Information Systems
- International Business
- Management
- Marketing
- Supply Chain Management
Fast-tracking from the MSc to Phd Program
Students enrolled full-time in the M.Sc. in Management program at Carleton University may be permitted to transfer into the Ph.D. program without completing the master’s program, provided they meet the following conditions:
Have permission of the Director of Graduate Research Programs.
Completion of 2.5 credits of master’s courses with a minimum average of A
Have demonstrated exceptional research potential
Make a formal application for admission to the Ph.D. program no later than the third term of initial registration in the M.Sc. program
Be a part of the Research Community at Sprott
Collaborative, intense and inclusive research at Sprott is done by both our faculty and students. Our dedicated professors serve as mentors for the duration your program, as well as supportive staff who advise and assist you in meeting your goals. We also offer small class sizes to promote teamwork and collaboration. Sprott research is focused on relevant, interdisciplinary topics that make an impact on businesses and organizations for a better world tomorrow.
Meet Our PhD Candidates
Abby Loiselle
- PhD Candidate
Adam Abdulrahman
- PhD Candidate & Contract Instructor
Alexander Dorohoi
- PhD Candidate
Study, live and work in Canada’s Capital
Our location in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada provides unique opportunities that are only found in the nation’s capital. A welcoming and diverse community, Ottawa is a hub for social and technological innovation. MBA students have access to opportunities across the public and private sectors. Kanata North, Canada’s largest global technology park, is located a short ride from downtown.
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Prepare for Careers in Academia or Industry
Sprott PhD graduates have gone on to careers in academic institutions, as well as industry. Check out the list below for examples of where you will find Sprott PhD grads working.
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Canadian Academic Institutions
- Acadia University
- Algonquin College
- Brock University
- Carleton University
- Dalhousie University
- Fairleigh Dickinson University
- Kwantlen Polytechnic University
- Lakehead University
- Laurentian University
- Memorial University
- Nipissing University
- Ontario Tech University (UOIT)
- Royal Roads University
- Ryerson University
- St Francis Xavier University
- Thompson Rivers University
- Trent University
- University of Guelph
- University of Ottawa
- University of Regina
- University of Waterloo
- University of Windsor
- University of Winnipeg
- Vancouver Island University
International/USA Academic Institutions
- California State University Sacramento
- Clarkson University
- Indian Institute of Technology (ITT) Kanpur
- Morgan State University
- North Carolina Central University
- North South University
- The Open University Business School
- University of Bedfordshire
- University of North Carolina at Pembroke
- University of North Florida
- University of San Diego
- University of Tampa
- University of Wisconsin-Parkside
- University of Wisconsin – Whitewater
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- Canada Border Services Agency
- Export Development Canada
- Finance Canada
- IBM
- Industry Canada
- Parliamentary Budget Office
- Public Health Agency of Canada
- Public Service Commission
- Public Services and Procurement Canada
- Royal Canadian Mint
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police
- Statistics Canada
- Treasury Board of Canada
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What do Sprott graduates say about their experience?
The Sprott PhD in Management’s unique interdisciplinary nature helped me in many ways. It prepared me to be the kind of professor that can research some of our most pressing social and economic issues, teach in a variety of areas, and engage with my students with a broad knowledge base.
Robert Mittelman (PhD/15)
(Acting) Dean, Faculty of Management
Royal Roads University
Great Grads, Nada Elnahla, PhD/21
On November 13, we will virtually celebrate the class of 2021 as our newest graduates and members of Sprott Alumni! …
Great Grads: Dora (Yun) Wang, PhD/21
On June 21, we will virtually celebrate the class of 2021 as our newest graduates and members of Sprott Alumni! …
Great Grads 2019: Qi Deng, PhD/19
On June 10, we will celebrate the class of 2019 as our newest graduates cross the Carleton University Convocation stage…