Master of Philosophy in Business and Management
A research-focused master’s degree for independent scholars in business and management disciplines.
Best for:Best for graduates with a bachelor’s degree in business, economics, or related fields who are eager to conduct independent research and advance scholarly knowledge in business and management.
Overview
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) at Monash University is a two-year research-intensive programme designed for students seeking to contribute original knowledge to business and management. Applicants undertake an independent research project, culminating in a thesis of up to 35,000 words. Supervised by at least two experts, candidates develop their research agenda and are expected to make a meaningful contribution to their field. This programme is ideal for those with a strong academic background and a passion for advancing scholarly inquiry in business-related disciplines.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research to produce a 35,000-word thesis contributing new knowledge to business and management.
- Develop and refine a research agenda in collaboration with at least two academic supervisors.
- Engage in critical analysis, interpretation, or application of existing knowledge to advance the field.
- Present research findings through academic seminars or conferences as required.
- Meet regular progress milestones and adhere to a two-year full-time equivalent candidature timeline.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree (Honours or equivalent) in Business, Economics, or a related discipline, with demonstrated capacity for independent research.
Degree offered: Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Language: English proficiency; IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or equivalent.
Instruction: English
- Ability to conduct independent research and formulate a research problem.
- Strong academic writing and analytical skills.
- Experience in critical evaluation of scholarly literature.
- Capacity to develop and execute a research project plan.
- No specific nationality restrictions, but applicants must meet Monash University’s admission requirements.
- No age restrictions, but candidates must demonstrate readiness for independent research.
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Applicants must submit an online application through Monash University’s official portal. Required documents include a research proposal, academic transcripts, a CV, and two letters of recommendation. English proficiency test results must also be provided if applicable.
- Research proposal outlining the intended project
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree and any postgraduate studies)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Two letters of recommendation
- English proficiency test results (if applicable)
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