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PhD in Management

Doctoral training for research careers with impact

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A collaborative doctoral community grounded in rigorous research and driven by bold ideas. At Haskayne, PhD students develop as independent scholars through close faculty mentorship, focused research training and early engagement in academic life.

Why a Haskayne PhD

Rigorous research training

Develop the foundations required for high-quality scholarly research through strong methodological training and early engagement in active research projects. From the outset of the program, PhD students are immersed in research environments that support independent, publication-ready scholarship.

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Strong funding & stability

Haskayne provides stable, multi-year funding designed to support doctoral students throughout the core stages of their research training. Predictable financial support, combined with integrated teaching and research assistantships, allows students to focus on scholarship while gaining essential academic experience.

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Focused research strengths

Doctoral research at Haskayne is anchored in areas of demonstrated strength, where faculty expertise, research activity and scholarly impact intersect. PhD students pursue research aligned with themes such as financial technology, work and health and global strategy, while contributing to broader academic conversations.

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Close faculty mentorship

Small cohorts and a collegial research culture enable close mentorship and sustained faculty engagement. PhD students work closely with supervisors and supervisory committees that provide guidance, intellectual challenge and support throughout the doctoral journey.

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Haskayne PhD by the numbers

83% of graduates have secured academic positions

83% of graduates have secured
academic positions

$1.17M received in student awards, 2020–2025

$1.17M received in student awards
(2020–2025)

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Why study in Calgary?

Nestled near the stunning Canadian Rockies, Calgary provides breathtaking mountain landscapes and numerous outdoor activities.

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Testimonials

Mick Elliot, current PhD student

"Transformational—I have grown into a person I don’t think I could have been had it not been for my experience at Haskayne."

Mick Elliot, PhD student

Donging Yu, PhD alumna

"My PhD experience at Haskayne was a rigorous, supportive, and transformative journey that provided a strong foundation for my academic career."

Dr. Dongning Yu, PhD alum

Program details

Explore the structure of the Haskayne PhD program, including coursework, research milestones, areas of specialization and the progression from doctoral training to independent scholarship.

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Admissions

Review admission requirements, priority deadlines, application steps and guidance on preparing a strong PhD application aligned with faculty research expertise.

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Funding

Learn about Haskayne’s multi-year funding package, tuition coverage, research and conference support and financial context for doctoral study in Calgary.

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FAQs

How many intakes per year? When are the intakes?

We offer one intake per year in the fall semester.

Is teaching a requirement of the program?

Yes. Students are required to teach a minimum of two courses post-candidacy as part of the program.

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