MPhil-PhD in Management

Programme Introduction

This integrated MPhil-PhD programme targets highly motivated, self-directed individuals who wish to pursue a higher degree in the area of management, with research focuses in organizational behavior, strategic management, organizational theory, innovation and entrepreneurship, and related domains.

Our target students may have a wide range of backgrounds, but should have a strong interest in management research. Applicants with a solid foundation in mathematics and quantitative skills, or academic research experience in economics, management, finance, accounting, psychology, or related disciplines will be given priority.

 

Curriculum Arrangement

- Duration of Studies -

Degree

Study Mode

Maximum Pre-

Candidacy Period

Normative Period

Maximum Period

Master of Philosophy

Full-time

--

2 years

4 years

PhD

(enter with a research master’s degree)

Full-time

2 years

4 years

6 years

PhD

(enter without a research master’s degree)

Full-time

3 years

5 years

7 years

 

- Unit Requirements -

I. Lecture courses (3-unit courses)

Group A

Microeconomic Theory I

Microeconomic Theory II

Organizational Behavior

Organizational  Theory

Strategic  Management

 

Group B

Research Methods in Behavioral Studies

Research Methods in Strategic Management

Econometrics I

Applied Econometrics

Statistics in Psychology and Social Sciences

Advanced Seminar in Marketing

– Big Data-based Consumer Behavioral Research

Academic Writing and Presentation (2 units)

 

 

(Subject to change. )
In the pre-candidacy stage, a minimum of 30 units are required, with 15 units from Group A and 15 units from Group B.

II. Thesis research courses

Each student’s progress in research is monitored through courses called ‘Thesis Research’. A minimum of 6 units are required per term in the pre-candidacy stage and 12 units in the candidacy stage.

Since the study period of the students may vary, the total number of thesis research courses to be taken may also vary, which will affect the total number of units taken by each student for graduation.

III. Other courses

- Research Seminars

IV. Thesis Writing and Defense

 

Fees and Funding

The tuition fee of the programme for the academic year 2026-2027 is RMB140,000.

The University and the School may offer various kinds of financial supports to selected applicants:

1. Full Tuition Waivers.

2. Teaching/Research Assistantships: The student is required to serve as a TA or RA to earn a monthly stipend of up to RMB10,000 before-tax during the normative period of study.

Eligible PhD students may also be nominated for the Presidential Fellowship, awarded on a competitive basis.

      Presidential Fellowship: It carries an after-tax stipend of RMB180,000 per year to cover the normative period of study, subject to annual review. The student is required to work as a Teaching Assistant (TA) for at least four semesters (summer counts as one semester) during the scholarship period. In addition, the student is eligible to receive a tuition subsidy, like any other students.

The selection is based on merit and no application is necessary.

 

Admission Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

The applicant should have:

- Attained a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, achieving an average grade of not lower than “B”, with a good background in mathematics or statistics;

- Fulfilled any one of the following English Language Proficiency Requirements

  • Completed a degree programme with English as medium of instruction, or
  • TOEFL: 79 (Internet-based/Home Edition), or
  • IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (Test Centre based/Online), or
  • GMAT: Band 21 (Verbal) , or
  • GMAT Focus Edition: Band 78 (Verbal), or
  • Achieved a pass grade in English in the Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (AS Level) or Hong Kong Higher Level Exam, or
  • Achieved Level 4 or above in the English Language subject of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examination, or
  • Obtained a recognized professional qualification, provided that the examination was conducted in English.

(Note: TOEFL, IELTS, or GMAT scores should be valid at the time of application.)

Application Materials

  • Copies of bachelor’s and/or master’s degree certificate(s), graduation certificate(s), verification report(s) or Certificate of Enrollment
  • Official Transcripts
  • TOEFL, IELTS or GMAT score report as evidence of English language proficiency
  • Contact details of at least two referees
  • Personal Statement (in English)
  • Curriculum Vitae (in English)
  • A writing sample (in English) is encouraged but not required
  • Other supporting documents as deemed appropriate

 

Application Deadline

From 1st November 2025 to 15th April 2026

 

 

Contact Us

Telephone: (86) 0755 - 2351 8570

Email: rpg_sme@cuhk.edu.cn

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30-12:00 & 13:00-17:30

Address: 3F, Teaching Complex D，2001 Longxiang Boulevard, Longgang District, Shenzhen, China

 

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