Doctoral Program in Economics

Overview

The Melbourne Business School Doctoral program prepares graduates for research and teaching careers at top-ranked educational institutions and for careers where world-class research and advanced analytical skills are necessary.

Intended learning outcomes

Upon completion of the PhD, the graduate researcher will be able to:

• demonstrate command of a substantial and complex body of knowledge at the forefront of a discipline
• independently and systematically engage in critical reflection, synthesis and evaluation
• independently and systematically develop, adapt and implement research methodologies to extend and redefine existing knowledge
• independently and systematically generate original knowledge and understanding such that they can make a substantial contribution to a discipline
• disseminate research findings effectively in the professional arena and in an international context
• demonstrate autonomy, authoritative judgement and responsibility as an expert and scholar
• demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, research ethics and integrity.

Graduate attributes

For graduate attributes, refer to the Graduate Research Hub.

Success stories

Andrea La Nauze

Assistant Professor in Economics
University of Pittsburgh

"The combination of rigorous core training, practical field courses, stellar supervision and an active research culture at Melbourne not only helped me become a well-rounded researcher and get a job in academia, it has also helped me in my new role as a graduate instructor and adviser to new researchers."

Completed - 2016

Colette Marais

Data Scientist, Big Data
Telstra

"I am currently a Data Scientist in the Big Data team at Telstra. I am part of a team that uses advanced statistical and machine learning techniques applied to big data problems. My primary role is the analysis to drive business value, and to reveal actionable insights. It involves championing the use of advanced statistical and machine-learning techniques, and using the resulting information across Telstra to inform decision-making and strategic actions."

Completed - 2014

Shawn Tan

Economist
The World Bank

"After completing my PhD at Melbourne Uni in July 2013, I joined the World Bank Young Professionals Program as an Economist and have worked on various projects on the topics of international trade and firm capabilities. The PhD gave me a strong foundation of economic theory and empirical techniques to tackle the development questions in these countries."

Completed - 2013