University of Professional Studies (UPSA)
PhD - Accounting
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Programme Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Accounting programme offers students the ability to acquire relevant skills for the conduct of research into phenomena leading to the discovery and application of knowledge in accounting and to develop critical thinking skills necessary for the acquisition of relevant knowledge needed in the design, execution and presentation of original research in accounting.
The programme also aims at helping students to understand relevant research methodologies, techniques and analytical frameworks from other fields of study that have relevant applications in accounting, appreciate research ethical challenges confronting the academy.
Domestic Requirements
Applicants with any of the following qualifications from a university/institution accredited by Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC):
a) A Master’s degree by research in accounting/ related discipline with a minimum FCGPA of 3.0.
b) A Master’s degree by research in a non-related discipline with a minimum FCGPA of 3.0 in addition to a recognised chartered professional qualification related to the PhD programme may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis.
c) Must pass a selection interview
NB:
Applicants with degrees from foreign universities are required to have their academic qualifications evaluated by GTEC prior to their offer of admission
All prospective applicants are required to visit the University’s website ( upsa.edu.gh) and carefully read the programme specific admission requirements and other relevant information before applying.
a) A Master’s degree by research in accounting/ related discipline with a minimum FCGPA of 3.0.
b) A Master’s degree by research in a non-related discipline with a minimum FCGPA of 3.0 in addition to a recognised chartered professional qualification related to the PhD programme may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis.
c) Must pass a selection interview
NB:
Applicants with degrees from foreign universities are required to have their academic qualifications evaluated by GTEC prior to their offer of admission
All prospective applicants are required to visit the University’s website ( upsa.edu.gh) and carefully read the programme specific admission requirements and other relevant information before applying.
International Requirements
Applicants with any of the following qualifications from a university/institution accredited by Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC):
a) A Master’s degree by research in accounting/ related discipline with a minimum FCGPA of 3.0.
b) A Master’s degree by research in a non-related discipline with a minimum FCGPA of 3.0 in addition to a recognised chartered professional qualification related to the PhD programme may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis.
c) Must pass a selection interview
NB:
Applicants with degrees from foreign universities are required to have their academic qualifications evaluated by GTEC prior to their offer of admission
All prospective applicants are required to visit the University’s website ( upsa.edu.gh) and carefully read the programme specific admission requirements and other relevant information before applying.
a) A Master’s degree by research in accounting/ related discipline with a minimum FCGPA of 3.0.
b) A Master’s degree by research in a non-related discipline with a minimum FCGPA of 3.0 in addition to a recognised chartered professional qualification related to the PhD programme may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis.
c) Must pass a selection interview
NB:
Applicants with degrees from foreign universities are required to have their academic qualifications evaluated by GTEC prior to their offer of admission
All prospective applicants are required to visit the University’s website ( upsa.edu.gh) and carefully read the programme specific admission requirements and other relevant information before applying.
Programme Details
Certificate Type
Mode of Study/teaching
Time of Study
Duration
4 Years
Campus Region & Location
Region: Greater Accra
Location: Accra
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