Doctoral Programs
The Naveen Jindal School of Management offers two PhD degrees over six functional areas.
PhD Programs
Recent Rankings
No.2
The UTD Top 100 Business School Research Rankings™, 2023
worldwide and in North America in research contributions 2019-2023
No.6
Financial Times, 2023
research rank in the Top 100 Full-Time Global MBA Programs
No.1
The UTD Top 100 Business School Research Rankings™, 2023
information systems research worldwide and in North America based on publications in three information systems journals: Information Systems Research, Journal on Computing and MIS Quarterly, 2019-2023
Find out the requirements to start your PhD at the Jindal School of Management.
The PhD in International Management Studies program and PhD in Management Science program each admit three to five new students per year per concentration (fall admission only). Both are designed to be full-time programs that can be completed in four to five years.
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The PhD program provides funding to qualified doctoral students and guarantees four to five years of support based on academic performance.
Typical awards include a $39,300 annual stipend and a tuition and fee waiver.
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Our aim is to place doctoral students in quality research universities by developing strong research and scholarly skills through advanced, specialized education.
Recent graduates secured tenure-track appointments at the following universities:
- Arizona State University
- Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Temple University
- Tilburg University
- University of Hong Kong
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- University of Kansas
- University of Notre Dame
- University of Pittsburgh
- University of South Carolina
- University of Washington
- Virginia Tech
PhD Resource Articles
Find advice and resources you need as you consider joining the PhD program at the UT Dallas Jindal School of Management.
Why choose JSOM for my PhD?
The University of Texas at Dallas is a relatively young university, officially launched in 1969, with the first PhD in management awarded in 1977. The prestige of the program was quickly established, with graduates taking jobs at top-ranked institutions all over the world.
What’s it like to be a PhD student?
Will I receive financial support? Will I have free time? How many hours will be spent on work and classes? Are there any social activities available on campus? These are common questions as students begin the process of applying to a PhD program.
Is a PhD for you?
What does it mean to have a PhD?
Do you want to be your own boss? Have flexible hours designed around your needs? These are a few of the perks when working in academia – you are responsible for your own productivity, on your own schedule.
What makes a perfect PhD programs applicant?
Getting into a good PhD program is a bit like dating. Some programs are attractive but may not be a good fit under the surface. Finding a good match is important. Competition is fierce, and there is no one-size-fits all.
