Overview

This Accounting programme offered by University of Waterloo prepares highly motivated researchers for university-based careers through rigorous academic training and original inquiry. Students design an individualized area of specialization by combining perspectives from disciplines such as economics or psychology with focused study in particular business domains and methodological approaches. The programme emphasizes intellectual development, analytical reasoning, and the production of publishable scholarly work.

Key Facts

Candidates build specialist knowledge through advanced study, independent projects, and extensive research experience under faculty mentorship. Training includes the completion of a major research paper and multiple research internships, providing substantial exposure to contemporary scholarly practice. Students gain broad understanding of the literature while developing expertise in specific approaches to evidence collection, analysis, and interpretation. The programme prepares graduates for faculty positions and other research-oriented roles within higher education and related sectors.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Empirical and Archival Research in Accounting
Judgement and Decision-Making
Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Behavioural Accounting Research
Accounting and Economics
Accounting and Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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PTE Academic

68

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IELTS

7.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Waterloo, Canada

Disciplines

Accounting View 4 other PhDs in Accounting in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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PTE Academic

68

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IELTS

7.5

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General requirements

We will consider applicants who have successfully completed a master's or honours bachelor's degree, with at least an 80% average.
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Your application package will be stronger if you choose referees who can comment on your academic/research ability. Your references will be sent an e-mail with instructions about uploading their letters.
A statement of interest (one page or less) indicating why you wish to take a PhD in accounting and what you hope to accomplish.
Official score report on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT); or up load a copy of your Graduate Record Examination (GRE) report.

Note:a) There is no exemption from submitting GMAT or GRE.b) You must also contact GMAT to provide us with access to your Official Score Report.

English Language Proficiency Certification – if required
Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume (1-2 pages)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14792 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

4596 CAD / year

≈ 4596 CAD / year

Living costs

Waterloo

Canada

810 - 1447 CAD / month

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