During DeGroote’s full-time program, you work directly with award-winning professors and world-renowned researchers through thought-provoking seminar classes, one-on-one advising and hands-on research projects.
You will work closely with your supervisor to develop a tailored program that prepares you for the rigorous demands of an academic or industry focused career.
The PhD program at DeGroote is designed to prepare students for research-focused careers. With eight different areas of focus, DeGroote PhD students choose a specialization and focus their studies and research in a particular field.
Explore fields of studyOur faculty’s diverse backgrounds help students develop interdisciplinary approaches for unique, innovative research. The program offers opportunities to collaborate closely with DeGroote faculty, building a research portfolio that tackles critical societal issues.
Facilities & resourcesWhat sets DeGroote apart is our vibrant academic community. United by a shared purpose, our students, faculty, and PhD students are committed to making a meaningful impact on business and society.
Meet our students & alumniWork with leading researchers dedicated to impactful, real-world solutions. At DeGroote you connect with faculty ready to mentor and support your graduate research journey.
Supervising faculty
I conduct research in empirical asset pricing, with a special interest in return predictability and hedge funds. I am attracted to topics where there is a large gap between the perspective of financial market participants and the perspective in the academic literature.
Eric Wilson
PhD Graduate, Finance
My PhD research examines how healthcare leaders define, detect, and manage failure in Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives, focusing on the challenges they face and how they learn to improve healthcare quality and safety. By examining these processes, my study seeks to enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of QI efforts in healthcare settings.
Nicole Rakowski
PhD Candidate, Health Management
My research focuses on understanding the factors that influence how older adults transition between different healthcare settings, such as acute care, long-term care, and home care. By identifying these factors, I aim to inform better decision-making and policies that ensure seniors can access the care they need when they need it.
Saina Sehatkar Langrodi
PhD Graduate, Health Management
My research addresses food insecurity by creating systems to rescue surplus food and deliver it to those in need. I developed a mobile app connecting donors and food-insecure individuals, using volunteer drivers. My work leverages technology and collaboration to improve global food rescue systems.
Ahana Malhotra
PhD Candidate, Management Science
My favorite part of being on campus is the positive learning environment. It is inspiring to cross paths with people from diverse backgrounds, at different stages of their academic journeys, and who are seeking to develop both their intellectual and social skills. This creates a dynamic and enriching environment.
Mupwaya Mutakwa
PhD Candidate, Information Systems
We encourage you to review our admissions criteria and start your applications early. If you have any questions, we’re here to support you through the process.
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