Challenge the status quo in finance through original research. Build deep expertise and turn insight into real-world impact.
This exclusive programme equips professionals with advanced academic knowledge and methodological expertise to conduct groundbreaking and practice-relevant research in all disciplines of finance. Participants develop and publish multiple academic papers, forming the core of their PhD dissertation.
The Part-time PhD Programme supports professionals in:
- Conducting high-impact financial research.
- Publishing in international peer-reviewed journals.
- Bridging practical expertise with innovative, evidence-based solutions.
- Advancing their academic and professional careers in finance.
Why Choose This Programme?
- Supervision by internationally acclaimed finance professors.
- Module-based flexibility designed for highly mobile professionals.
- Collaborative academic environment fostering excellence in financial research.
- Personal academic growth.
Unique Features
- Research progression in a structured, milestone-driven format.
- Emphasis on academic writing and publishing.
- Final dissertation defence in a formal academic ceremony at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
The PhD programme in Finance at a glance:
- Start date: September 2025.
- Duration: 4+ years (3-7 years, depending on individuals' progress).
- Time investment: at least 16 hours a week for research and course work.
- Tuition fees: between € 32.000 and € 34.000 (depending on chosen trajectory), based on a 4-year trajectory (pricing is subject to updates for 2026).
- Training modules take place at the campus of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam.
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