Program Overview

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University of the Punjab Program Details

Introduction

The University of the Punjab offers a Ph.D. in Business Administration (Morning) program through the Institute of Business Administration (IBA), under the Faculty of Business, Economics and Administrative Sciences.

Aims and Objectives

The aim of this research program is to develop individuals who wish to pursue a research-oriented professional career in academia or business. The main objectives of the program are:

• To prepare individuals with the depth of knowledge and research competence of international level to fill positions in Research Organization, Industry, Management, and Educational Institutions.
• To improve the qualification, skills, and expertise of teachers and professionals.
• To promote research activity in the domain of business administration, particularly in the context of the business sector in Pakistan.

Program Structure

Seats

• Merit: 10
• Reserve: 0
• Total: 10

Duration

The program duration is 04 years.

Teaching System

The program follows a Semester System.

Credit Hours / Years

The total credit hours required for the program are 24.

Course Outline

The course outline includes the following subjects: | Course Name | Term/ Semester/ Year # | Credit Hour / Marks | | --- | --- | --- | | Philosophy of Management Sciences | Semester I | 3 | | Quantitative Research Methods | Semester I | 3 | | Challenges in Global Business Management | Semester I | 3 | | Academic Writing II | Semester II | 3 | | Qualitative Research Methods | Semester II | 3 | | Research Seminar | Semester II | 3 | | Research work/ Thesis | Semester III, IV, V, VI | 6 |

Admission Criteria

Eligibility

• MBA with thesis / M.Phil Business Administration.
• As per Clause 24 (b), Admission Regulations, Page (8).

Merit Formula

The merit formula is as per the basic criteria.

Department and Faculty

The program is offered by the Institute of Business Administration (IBA) under the Faculty of Business, Economics and Administrative Sciences.