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Economics

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  • University/Institute Name Hong Kong University of Science & Technology (HKUST)
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration3 years
  • Position Funding Type PhD Research Funding
  • Application deadlineExpired
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Position Details (PhD Program)

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology’s Economics doctoral program follows a strong research-intensive tradition on the North American model. 

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology ‘s Economics doctoral program is designed to enable students to gain a deep knowledge of management in general, to develop a concentration in a specialized field, and to provide opportunities for students to do significant original research in their chosen area. PhD students are offered intensive and targeted research training and exceptional collaboration opportunities with faculty to prepare them for their future careers in teaching and/or research.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the PhD program, graduates will be able to:

  • Have up-to-date and in-depth knowledge in Economics, leading to independent substantive scholarly research;
  • Have an in-depth understanding of contemporary business and organizational issues, within the field of Economics; and
  • Equipped to perform all aspects of the role of faculty in academia, including pedagogical skills.

    • Course structure:

    • Mathematics for Business and Economics
    • Probability
    • Advanced Probability Theory
    • Advanced Mathematical Statistics 
    • Microeconomic Theory 
    • and more…

     

    Please visit the program website for further details.

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