Doctoral Program in Finance
July
Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) places available
July
Course overview
Overview
What is it about?
The Melbourne Business School Doctoral Program in Finance has the largest and most well-developed set of doctoral subjects on offer in Australia. Taught by the Department of Finance, which is internationally recognised for its world-class research and research training and augmented by visitors from the world's top finance programs.
The Doctoral Program in Finance is made up of a 2-year Master of Commerce coursework program followed by a 3-year PhD.
Generous scholarships are available for high achieving applicants, including full fee waivers and a stipend of AUD$39,500 per year (2026 RTP rate).
Research conference travel funding of AUD$15,000 is available to all confirmed PhD candidates.
Graduate Research candidates are provided with funding and encouraged to submit papers to prominent local and international finance journals and conferences. Students are also encouraged to apply for tutoring positions within the Department throughout their candidature.