Doctor of Philosophy in Business and Management
Introduction:
The Doctor of Philosophy in Business and Management (PhD in Business and Management) is designed to provide a strong foundation in selected areas of business and management by learning through the various phases in the research process.
The objectives of the Doctor of Philosophy in Business and Management:
(1) To enhance the research management skills in specific areas of business and management studies,
(2) To enhance the analytical and conceptual skills in specific areas of business and management studies,
(3) To foster research and development of new and improved knowledge in specific areas of business and management studies.
Normal Entry Requirements:
(1) Master degree in business and management-related fields as accepted by the Krirk University Senate; or
(2) Other qualifications equivalent to Master degree as accepted by the Krirk University Senate.
(3) English language competency requirements for students: Minimum IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
(4) Complete an entrance exam and sit for an admission interview to be accepted to a doctoral degree program.
Condition Offer:
Doctoral students cannot meet IELTS 6.0, and these students must take the Academic English Writing course in the initial semester as the condition offer. IF they cannot meet the IELTS
5.5 requirments, these students have to take the Intensive English Program (IEP) program at Krirk University.
Language:
Bilingual (English and Mandarin)
Research Fields:
(1) Finance.
(2) Entrepreneurship.
(3) Marketing.
(4) International Business.
(5) Leadership.
(6) Strategic Management
(7) Logistic and Supply Chain Management.
(8) Tourism and Event Management.
(9) Public Section Management
Coursework Structure:
Prepare Course:
(3) English for Doctoral Student (0 credit)
Compulsory Course Structure:
(5) Advanced Research Methods and Statistics (3 credits)
(6) Qualitative Research Methods and Design (3 credits)
(7) Quantitative Research Methods and Design (3 credits)
(8) Doctoral Seminar in Business and Management (3 credits)
(9) Dissertation (36 credits)
Program Schedule:
Semester I of the first year:
(2) Academic English Writing
(3) Advanced Research Methods and Statistics
(4) Quantitative Research Methods and Design
Semester II of the first year:
(1) Qualitative Research Methods and Design
(2) Doctoral Seminar in Business and Management
(3) Doctoral Candidate Qualification Examine
Semester III of the first year:
(1) Dissertation Seminar I: Topic Selection & Research Framework
Semester I of the second year:
(1) Dissertation Seminar II: Preliminary Literature Review
Semester II of the second year:
(2) Dissertation Seminar III: Methodology
(3) Research Proposal and Proposal Defense
Semester III of the second year:
(3) Dissertation Seminar IV: Data Collection
Semester I of the third year:
(2) Dissertation Seminar V: Data Analysis
Semester II of the third year:
(2) Dissertation Seminar VI: Discussion and Write-Up
Semester III of the third year:
1. Dissertation and Viva Voce
Course Description:
IC662102 English for Doctoral Students
Course Prerequisites:
This course is aimed at those whose English language ability is at the intermediate level or above. If you have taken an IELTS test, this is equivalent to a score of above 6.0; if you have taken a TOEFL test, this is approximately equivalent to a score above 550 (paper- based test) or 91 (iBT).
Course Description
This course will provide key techniques, guidelines, and suggestions to improve your academic written communication. It will give hands-on experience in drafting, organizing, and revising academic texts. The Academic Writing course will be designed for students who are not native English speakers, and course content may have to be adapted to the English level of the participants.
IC663210 Advanced Research Methods and Statistics (3 Credits)
Course Description
This course develops foundational knowledge of quantitative research methods, evaluation of research, and applying statistical applications to relevant research data for future research purposes.
Types and application of quantitative research method study designs; introduction to qualitative research method study designs; use of primary databases to access peer-reviewed scientific data; evaluation and critical appraisal of research data and reports; citing research; research proposal; understanding and performance of statistical analyses and interpreting results using SPSS software on computers.
(a) Problem formulation, research design, and the research process;
(b) Data generation;
(c) Data analysis (descriptive statistics, correlation, factor analysis, and multiple regression).
IC63211 Qualitative Research Methods and Design (3 Credits)
Course Description
This course is designed to train doctoral students in qualitative research methodology, from conceptualization, through design and data collection processes for use in their graduate studies and as an applied research methodology for problem investigation, problem-solving, and evaluation in business and management. It includes a thorough discussion of qualitative research design and the role of theory in guiding and informing research design. The course begins with research problems, questions, and design considerations. The course follows with training through lectures, group work, and hands-on experiences. Students will gain experience with using Nvivo software on computers.
(a) A range of qualitative data collection methods, analysis, and interpretation, including comparative, longitudinal, case study research, interviewing, archival research, participant observation, ethnography, and discourse analysis.
(b) Four data collection methods commonly used in qualitative research are observation, interview, focus group, and documents and archival data.
IC63212 Quantitative Methods and Design
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to the use of quantitative research methods. Emphasis will be on achieving an understanding of quantitative methods and associated statistical techniques considered so that you can think critically about suitable procedures for research design, collection and analysis of data, and the usefulness of statistics. Students will gain experience with using the SPSS, AMOS, SmartPLS on computers.
(c) The topic consists of quantitative data collection methods, analysis, and interpretation, including questionnaire design, experimental research, etc.
(d) Data analysis concerns multivariate analysis and structural equation modeling.
IC63212 Doctoral Seminar in Business and Management
Course Description
This course aims to provide an overview of recent trends and debates on these research articles in business and management research. This course will focus on issues often left out of methodology courses and training, notably: What are the different views on the theoretical contribution that a research article can make, and what lies behind these differences? As researchers, how can we theorize from research articles? What is the
“disciplinary convention” regarding the research article in your field of research, and why does it matter? What are your options when writing up your research article for publication? What are the current trends in research in top management journals? What can management researchers learn from research article trends in other fields, such as media studies? Detailed lecture notes and handouts will be provided, and examples from top journals will be collectively analyzed by course participants.
English Language Proficiency Guidelines (International College, Krirk University, Thailand)
At the International College of Krirk University, we are dedicated to fostering our student’s academic excellence and holistic development. Recognizing the critical importance of English proficiency in facilitating this, we have outlined the following standards:
1. Assessment for Applicants without TOEFL or IELTS Scores:
Applicants not providing TOEFL or IELTS scores must take the “EnglishScore” test, administered by the British Council, to gauge their English proficiency.
2. Guidelines Based on EnglishScore Results:
(i) Below 300: Students scoring under 300 must enrol in the English as a Second Language (ESL) program for a semester to enhance their language capabilities.
(ii) Between 301 and 400: Those scoring in this range can take one BBA course but must also undertake additional ESL courses.
(iii) Above 401: Students with scores above 401 are exempt from ESL courses and can enrol in their chosen courses directly.
3. English Proficiency Requirement for Graduation:
Before graduation, students are expected to demonstrate their English proficiency. It can be evidenced by achieving a score equivalent to IELTS 5.0, TOEFL iBT 35-45, or an
“EnglishScore” grade of 401 and above for BBA students, 541 and above for MBA students.
Students must meet and adhere to these guidelines, ensuring they are well-equipped to succeed in their academic pursuits and actively participate in their educational journey.
Table of EnglishScore, TOEFL iBT, and IELTS
CEFR | EnglishScore | TOEFL iBT | IELTS |
B2 | 451 above | 46-60 | 6 |
B1 | 401 above | 35-45 | 5 |