PhD Management

Tuition is International students receive $21,000 per year for 4 years plus the University of Guelph International Doctoral Tuition Scholarship for eligible students., while the application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Jan 15, 2027.

The PhD Management programme prepares students for tenure-track academic positions at universities worldwide. Students conduct research in business management and scholarly inquiry. The programme offers focus areas in marketing and consumer behaviour, services management, and organizational leadership. Research includes presenting at conferences, writing journal papers, and networking with peers.

Focus areas include marketing and consumer behaviour, services management, organizational leadership.

3+ years, on-campus, coursework, qualifying exam by semester 5, thesis proposal, research, thesis defence.

Graduates enter tenure-track academic roles at universities.

Master's degree in Management with A- average (80-84%). GMAT 600, GMAT Focus 565, or GRE 60th percentile. Two academic references, or one professional. English proficiency required unless degree from Canada, US, UK, Australia, or New Zealand. Application deadline: January 15 for Fall 2027.

On-campus, full-time, 3+ years.

The University of Guelph sits in the vibrant city of Guelph, Ontario and combines a welcoming campus community with strong research intensity. Founded in 1964, the university offers a broad range of programs across 68 disciplines and serves around 28,000 students including about 3,500 international learners. Academic strengths include agriculture, veterinary medicine, life sciences, environmental studies, business and the arts, making it an appealing option for students seeking applied and research-led study.

Students benefit from hands-on learning, laboratory and field research opportunities, and community-engaged projects that connect classroom study to real-world challenges. Faculty are active researchers and mentors, and many programs emphasize experiential placements, co-operative education and internships that enhance employability. Campus services provide academic advising, career support and dedicated resources for international students to help with transition, visas and cultural adjustment.

Living in Guelph offers a balance of a close-knit city atmosphere and easy access to Toronto for broader industry connections. The campus environment is known for sustainability initiatives, student clubs and wellness programs that support academic success and social life. For prospective international students seeking a supportive research university with practical training and a breadth of program choices, the University of Guelph delivers a collaborative environment to develop skills and launch a global career.