PhD Postgraduate Research in Business and Management

Course overview

The PhD Research in Business and Management at the University of East Anglia is designed for students who want to contribute new expertise and knowledge in the field through research and scholarly inquiry. The programme aims to cultivate students with the essential skills needed to develop expertise in various business areas such as finance, accounting and leadership roles.

The PhD Research in Business and Management at the University of East Anglia is focused primarily on original research that addresses real-world business challenges. Under the supervision of expert faculty members, candidates will be able to build on existing knowledge, develop comprehensive research proposals, analyse and critique existing literature and contribute meaningfully to the business sector.

This doctorate programme runs for 3 years, equipping students with the necessary tools needed to learn through workshops, seminars and independent research. Through collaboration and guidance from their supervisors, students will be able to submit a final thesis that makes a significant contribution to both business and management knowledge.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

Applicants must submit comprehensive research proposals that outline research questions, a literature review, methodologies and possible contributions to the field, along with letters of recommendation and academic transcripts.
A relevant academic/employer reference may also be required.
Students have the option to upload their CV along with their application to demonstrate their work experience in a business or management role.

Grade Requirement:

A master's degree (MSc, MBA in Business management, or a related field. A first-class or second-class upper honours degree with extensive research contributions is also accepted.

English Proficiency:

Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS overall score of at least 6.5 (or a 5.5 in each section).

Scholarships

10% Alumni Tuition Fee Discount Scheme
We highly value our alumni at UEA, so a 10% fee reduction scholarship is available to graduates looking to stay with us or return for postgraduate study.
Up to 10% of fees
British Council Great Scholarship
British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, UEA is offering a GREAT Scholarship worth £10,000 to students from Bangladesh and Kenya.
Up to £10,000
David Sainsbury Scholarships in Global Plant Health
The full cost of the tuition fee (£36,000 international fee for 2026-27, £16,000 UK fee). Each 50% fee scholarship will cover up to up to 50% of the full cost of the tuition fee.
International Early Payment Awards (September Start)
Early Deposit Award – £500; Full Payment Award – up to £1,000.
International PG Merit Scholarship C
£4,000 - if you achieve the equivalent of UK 2:2 bachelor’s degree classification; £5,000 - if your final undergraduate grade is equivalent to at least UK 2:1 bachelor’s degree classification.
International UG Merit Scholarship
Year 1 Entry - £5,000 or £10,000; Year 2 - £5,000 or £4,000.
Music Scholarship
Total Value: £3,000; Annual Value: £1,000
Up to £3,000
Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement – John Innes Centre MSc Scholarship
Total Value - £13,250
Up to £13,250
The Annabel Abbs Scholarship
Please contact the provider
The North Walsham Vikings RFC Bursary
Minimum of £500 per scholarship. This amount may be higher, but it is at the discretion of the club and dependent on the number of recipients and level of ability.
Up to £500
University of Sanctuary Scholarship
Undergraduate level: the Home rate (£9,535 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000); Postgraduate taught level: the Home rate (£10,675 per annum) and an annual bursary (£9000).
Vice Chancellor’s Global Impact and Leadership Scholarship (September Start)
Total Value - £10,000 towards tuition fees.
Up to £10,000

Career opportunities

Graduates with a PhD in Business and Management from the University of East Anglia have access to many career opportunities. They often secure roles such as:

Management Consultant
Business Professor
Business Analyst
Business Development Specialist
Chief Human Resources Officer
Organisation Manager

Cost of study

For students enrolling in the PhD Research in Business and Management at the University of East Anglia, the tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic session are £27,000. Students should note that there would be additional costs related to the programme. The University also offers several financial aid options to support postgraduate research.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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