Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Dec 2026
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 100
Credits
12 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Vancouver, Canada
Disciplines
Finance
Overview
As well as gaining access to a world of knowledge and opportunity, Sauder PhD students benefit from the individual attention they receive from faculty members - right from the outset of the program.
Features
- At University of British Columbia, Our Finance faculty members devote extensive time, energy and effort to developing the research capabilities of all of our PhD students.
Programme Structure
Research
- Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.
- The program will review research interests of applicants and recommend/match faculty members during the application/evaluation process. Applicants should not reach out to faculty members directly.
What students do after studying Business & Management
This information is based on LinkedIn alumni data for graduates from 2018 to 2024 and may not fully represent all career outcomes.
Total alumni: 3,766
- Business Development — 14% (524)
- Operations — 11% (404)
- Finance — 10% (376)
- Education — 9% (350)
- Marketing — 7% (276)
- Other — 49% (1836)
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 100
Other requirements
General requirements
- All applicants have to submit transcripts from all past post-secondary study. Document submission requirements depend on whether your institution of study is within Canada or outside of Canada.
- A minimum of three references are required for application to graduate programs at UBC. References should be requested from individuals who are prepared to provide a report on your academic ability and qualifications.
- Many programs require a statement of interest, sometimes called a "statement of intent", "description of research interests" or something similar.
- Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.
- Permanent Residents of Canada must provide a clear photocopy of both sides of the Permanent Resident card.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 9,967 AUD / year (≈ 9,883 CAD / year)
- Domestic: 5,674 AUD / year (≈ 5,626 CAD / year)
Living costs
Vancouver, Canada: 1,603-2,709 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
