PhD in Finance

At Zhejiang Gongshang University (ZJSU), applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Jul 1, 2027, and tuition costs 30,000 CNY per year.

The PhD in Finance at Zhejiang Gongshang University is a 4-year degree for students who want to become experts in finance. This program is taught in English and helps students develop advanced knowledge in finance.

The curriculum covers specific subjects like financial markets, investments, and corporate finance. Students will develop skills in data analysis, research, and critical thinking through hands-on components and research projects.

Graduates can pursue careers as Financial Analysts, Portfolio Managers, Risk Managers, Investment Bankers, or Financial Consultants. They can work in banking, investment, or insurance industries, helping companies make informed financial decisions.

Zhejiang Gongshang University in Hangzhou combines a century of history with a clear focus on industry, business and the social sciences. Originating from an early 20th century business school, the university today occupies two campuses and offers modern classrooms, research facilities and a campus culture shaped by Hangzhou's heritage and innovation. Situated in a city renowned for West Lake and a thriving technology economy, the university provides an attractive urban setting for study and daily life.

Academically ZJSU delivers more than seventy eight programs spanning undergraduate, postgraduate and research levels with notable strengths in economics, management, law and food technology. The institution emphasizes applied learning, internships and industry collaboration, and maintains partnerships with over fifty universities worldwide to support exchange, joint research and international learning pathways. A dedicated international office supports incoming students with admissions, orientation and academic advising, and courses are designed to build practical skills valued by employers.

Campus life is student friendly, with international student apartments offering single and twin rooms, shared kitchens and laundry facilities, and room for around one thousand residents. Living in Hangzhou gives students easy access to cultural sites, green spaces and a dynamic job market that includes major e commerce firms. For international applicants ZJSU offers solid professional training, opportunities for cross border cooperation and a supportive urban campus environment that helps students adapt, connect and prepare for careers in China and beyond.