Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Accounting
PhD Degree
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Duration
2 years
Study Format
On Campus
No. of Student Mentors
72
Total Tuition Fees
37,800 MYR (Approx)
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Duration
2 years
Study Format
On Campus
No. of Student Mentors
72
Total Tuition Fees
37,800 MYR (Approx)
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ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
The Ph.D. Program in Accounting offers inter disciplinary training that develops the student’s expertise in conducting both analytical and empirical research. The program is designed to provide students with opportunities to learn to develop their own research ideas through a formal coursework during the first years. Our distinguished faculty conducts interdisciplinary research across a wide variety of specializations, including Accounting Information Systems (AIS) and political economics, Auditing Financial accounting and reporting, Taxation, Information intermediaries and corporate networks and other different fields of accounting. Accounting is used in every sector of today’s world, so the study is highly linked with the departments like Hospitality Management, Business Management, Culinary Arts, Pharmacy, Engineering, Dentistry, Nursing, Medical Science and others. Students gain additional exposure to research through seminar, workshops as well as through research assignments and joint projects with faculty. The demand for skilled accounting educators is strong, and doctoral graduates in accounting can pursue considerable placement all over the world.
For successful completion of PhD degree in LUC, each candidate should publish minimum of Four research articles in scopus indexed journals, with Lincoln affiliation.
KEY INFORMATION
Degree
PhD
Language
English
Location
Malaysia
Intake Start Date
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Study Format
On Campus
Duration
2 years
Program Highlight
Standard Program
Total Semester
4
Total Tuition Fees
37,800 MYR (Approx) / in total
Application deadline
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ABOUT UNIVERSITY
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Programs
72
Students
25,000
About Lincoln University College
Lincoln University College (LUC), located at Petaling Jaya, Malaysia was established in the year 2002 as Lincoln College (LC) and later upgraded to Lincoln University College in the year 2011. Lincoln University College is one of the premier private institutions of higher education approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA- National Accreditation Board). The University College is also crowned with 5 Star ranking by the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia Consecutively in 2017 and 2019. Our promise to the stakeholders that we shall hold this position forever. Lincoln University College is listed among the top nine Malaysian universities according to the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings 2019 (2021). LUC is also an ISO 9001:2015 certified academic institution. Lincoln University College is also the associate member of the ‘Association of Indian Universities (AIU)’, Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), London and a member of ‘International Association of Universities (IAU)’, Paris.
The founders and administrators of Lincoln are true academicians who are committed to helping the students to achieve their potential in the education, research and employment world of this exciting new millennium. They bring together almost fifty years of higher education, post-secondary education and language teaching experience. Their backgrounds include teaching, research and professional training. The main focus of Lincoln University College is student-centred and student-directed. Our philosophy is that everyone has a claim to education to better their life, advance their career and reach their desired level of personal success.
Vision
To be an acclaimed institution of higher learning that provides world class education with high capability in providing knowledgeable and skillful professional to serve the global society.
Mission
The mission of Lincoln University College is to become a truly global university with risk-based approach that enhances lifelong learning opportunities, practical and scientific skills, social values, leadership and entrepreneurship by harnessing information technology along with artificial intelligence to create a noble human society.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Core Courses
1 – PHDA 101 – Research Methodology (3 Credits)
2 – PHDA 102 – Computer Applications (3 Credits)
3 – PHDA 103 – Dissertation (Thesis Work)
Dissertation/Research Focus Areas
Accounting Information Systems (AIS) and Political Economics
Auditing
Financial Accounting and Reporting
Taxation
Capital Markets Research in Accounting
Economic Models of Agency and Control
Risk Management
Accounting and Public Policy
Financial Analysis and Valuation
Accounting Regulation
Accounting History
Market Reactions to Accounting
Management Accounting and Control
Corporate Finance, Reporting, and Governance
Information Intermediaries and Corporate Networks
Empirical Finance and Accounting Anomalies
Executive Compensation
Investment Management
Earnings Quality and Earnings Management
International Accounting Standards
Private Equity and Venture Capital
Securities Analysis
Costing
TUITION FEES
Tuition fees
37,800 MYR (Approx) / in total
Application fees
5,850 MYR
Application fee cannot be refunded.
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ADMISSIONS PROCESS
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1. **Application Form:**
Students must fill out an application form available at the Admission Office or apply online via the official Lincoln University College website.
2. **Documents Submission:**
Submit the completed application form along with required documents such as:
* Certified true copies of academic transcripts and certificates
* Photocopy of IC or passport
* Passport-sized color photographs
* Proof of English proficiency
* Health and medical certificate
* Statement of purpose
* Letters of recommendation (depending on the program)
3. **Application Fee Payment:**
A crossed cheque, money order, or bank draft for the first payment is to be submitted with the application or after receiving the offer.
4. **Offer Letter:**
After review, the university sends an offer letter for admission that the student should keep.
5. **Tuition Fee Payment:**
Pay the first-year fees after visa approval but before arrival in Malaysia. (Full first-year fee payment is required for international students.)
6. **Student Visa:**
Apply for a student visa for Malaysia after payment.
7. **Arrival:**
Once the visa is obtained, students can arrange their travel to Malaysia.
Possible Career Pathway
Job prospects exist in the Government and Privateresearch organizations like Accounting, Auditing and related areas. Educationsectors at all levels like Financial Institutions, Banking Sectors, Businessfirms etc., need Lecturer and Professor to contribute to the profession.Doctorate-level degree in Accounting can work in many job areas and is in highdemand all across the globe.Some careers that professionals can attain once they complete the courseare:
International Accountant
Managerial Accountant
Environmental Accountants
Personal Financial Adviser to the Stars
Spectator Sports Accounting
Senior Financial Analysts
Accounting Software Developer
Risk and Compliance Professionalss
Finance Director
Information Technology Accountants
Teaching in Accounting
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