Shape the Future of Accounting Research
Join a globally recognised programme that provides the expertise, skills, and confidence to excel in pioneering accounting research. As part of Henley Business School, you will collaborate with worldclass faculty and benefit from outstanding resources, equipping you for impactful careers in academia or industry. We seek applications in the following areas (but not limited to):
- Accounting for sustainability and climate change
- Auditing and accountability
- Financial management and corporate governance
- International financial reporting and accounting regulation
- Discourse and communication in accounting
- Disclosures and taxation
Why Choose Us?
- World-class Faculty: Learn from leading experts with publications in top-tier journals
- State-of-art facilities: Benefit from access to key databases, including WRDS, TR Eikon/LSEG, Bloomberg, DataStream, Orbis and Fame
- Research Excellence: 100% of the research environment is considered as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ for research vitality and sustainability (Research Excellence Framework 2021)
- PhD Community: Be part of a vibrant PhD community at Henley Business School and the University of Reading
Programme Structure
The PhD programme lasts three to four years on a full-time basis.
In the first year, students undertake taught modules covering key research methods and subject-specific topics. Years 2 and 3 focus on developing the PhD thesis, supported by additional training in academic writing and presentation skills. Throughout the programme, dedicated supervisors provide expert guidance to help you achieve academic and professional success.
Requirements
We seek applications from exceptional UK, EU and overseas graduates. Studentships will be awarded to students based on outstanding academic achievement and research potential. The key requirements for consideration are:
- Master’s degree with top marks (Distinction or equivalent)
- Strong background in either quantitative/ computational skills or qualitative methodological approaches
- Relevant research proposal in accounting
- Strong passion for conducting independent research
Scholarships
We offer several PhD scholarships that cover tuition fees (£4,700 for UK applicants / £23,500 for non-UK applicants) and provide a three-year stipend of £20,780 per annum. Additionally, recipients receive £3,500 per annum for teaching activities. Scholarships also offer funding for conference attendance over the three years.
Further details on different scholarship schemes are available here: https://www.henley.ac.uk/study/phds/scholarships/phd-accounting-scholarship
Required documents
- CV
- Research proposal
- Copies of relevant academic transcripts
- Two academic references (upon request)
- English language certificate (upon request, if applicable)
Career Opportunities Our graduates secure roles in academia, large multinationals, leading consulting firms, and governmental and non-governmental organisations worldwide. Recent PhD alumni have joined leading UK universities (e.g., Sussex, Portsmouth, Reading, Leeds Trinity, Liverpool Hope, London South Bank) and international institutions (e.g. Belfast University). Our award-winning careers team supports students throughout their PhD and for four years postgraduation.
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Funding Details
We offer several PhD scholarships that cover tuition fees (£4,700 for UK applicants / £23,500 for non-UK applicants) and provide a three-year stipend of £20,780 per annum. Additionally, recipients receive £3,500 per annum for teaching activities. Scholarships also offer funding for conference attendance over the three years.
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