The PhD in Business and Management at Queen’s Business School offers an intellectually rigorous and supportive environment for doctoral research. Students are embedded within one of the School’s three interdisciplinary research clusters, each representing a distinct area of expertise and methodological strength:
• International Business, Entrepreneurship and Marketing (IBEM)
Focuses on international strategy, entrepreneurship, digital innovation, consumer behaviour, and policy. IBEM researchers use a wide range of methodological approaches to address contemporary global business challenges.
• Information Technology, Analytics and Operations (ITAO)
Explores the impact of digital technologies, data analytics, and operational systems on business performance and decision-making. Research themes include supply chain management, business analytics, and information systems.
• Organisation, Work and Leadership (OWL)
Investigates organisational behaviour, leadership, human resource management, equality, diversity, inclusion, and workplace well-being.
Together, these research clusters reflect the School’s commitment to interdisciplinary, impact-driven research, addressing the economic, technological, and organisational challenges facing modern business and society.
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December 2027
Queen's University Belfast
University Road,
Belfast,
County Antrim,
BT7 1NN, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
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December 2026
Queen's University Belfast
University Road,
Belfast,
County Antrim,
BT7 1NN, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Normally a UK 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University) and a UK Master's degree in a relevant discipline with a final result of 60% (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University). In cases where applicants have not completed a Master's degree, applications may be considered where applicants hold a 1st class Honours undergraduate degree from a high-ranking, research focus university and have demonstrated an ability to conduct academic research.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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