Ph.D. in Management

The Ph.D. in Management focuses on macro- and micro-organizational topics in entrepreneurial and established organizations.

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Ph.D. in Management Emphasis

The ultimate goal of the program is to produce individuals who will enter into research-focused academic positions and contribute significantly to their fields through novel insight and the production of knowledge.

Coursework during the program includes seminars in strategic management, organizational behavior, human resource management, and organizational theory. Students will also take courses in research methods and statistics to ensure that they have the skills to be successful during the program and in their careers. Many students complete the program in four years, although some students may be awarded funding for a 5th year based on need and availability.

Management Doctoral Program Coordinator

Maria earned her Ph.D. from the University of Memphis in 2009, where she majored in Strategic Management.

Maria Bailey Berns

Associate Professor of Management

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From the first day they arrive on campus, Management Ph.D. students will work closely with faculty members on research projects and will attend regular research colloquiums and developmental activities. In the past, these collaborative projects have led to publications in elite Management journals and fostered the growth of our students into excellent Management scholars.

The management Ph.D. program typically accepts two to three students for each cohort. Prospective students must apply online through the university graduate admissions office to be considered for admission.

Candidates for the management Ph.D. program will be considered and chosen based on their academic performance, research interests, work experience, and desire to be placed in a research-focused university after graduation are important criteria for consideration. Information about current students can be found here.

Admission Information
Application Deadline	Date for priority registration; applications are considered until February 1
Undergraduate Degree	All accepted
Master’s Degree	Not required, MBA Preferred, all accepted
GPA	3.10 for the last 60 hours attempted
GMAT Score	550 minimum
GRE Score	A combined total of 311 on the quantitative and verbal portions and 4.0 on the analytical portion of the test
Letters of Recommendation	2 letters of recommendation, preferably from individuals that can attest to the applicant’s success in academics and research
English Language	Minimum 6.00 IELTS; 90-100 TOEFL-IBT; or 53 PTE-A. Scores must be less than 2 years old.
Proficiency	Non-native English-speaking applicants should consult the Office of International Programs regarding the English proficiency necessary for application.

Students without an MBA may be required to take prerequisite courses in business (accounting, marketing, finance, economics, and management) to ensure that they have the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the program.

Students typically complete the core curriculum in two years. Along with core courses, students can take elective courses, allowing them the opportunity to tailor the program to their specific interests and better prepare them for their dissertation research and careers afterward.

Degree Credit Requirements

Complete at least 54 credit hours (3 years) of approved courses beyond the bachelor’s degree, or a minimum of 40 credit hours of approved courses numbered 600 or above, beyond the master’s degree.
Have completed a minimum of 36 hours (2 years) of graduate study at the University of Mississippi.
Have completed a minimum of 18 hours of dissertation credit.

Core Management Curriculum – 12 Hours Required