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PhD Management
PhD Management
Push the boundaries of organisational theories, and contribute to management education and practice.
The LUMS PhD Management is an interdisciplinary programme that provides exposure to global best practices, and training in rigorous research methods, while focusing on social impact both in a specialised local context and in terms of the global economy. Our PhD graduates have the expertise to use theory and empirical research to solve complex challenges in public, private and non-profit sectors in Pakistan and abroad.
Offered by the Suleman Dawood School of Business – Pakistan’s premier business school, and the first in the country to achieve accreditation by AACSB International, the programme offers a world-class curriculum, rigorous research training, global linkages through international faculty and conferences as well as cutting edge research on real world management, and social and economic issues. Graduates of this programme are leading from the front in their careers in academia, consultancies, international think tanks, and the development sector.
The programme also offers specialisation in three broadly defined, interdisciplinary disciplines:
- Organisational Behaviour and Strategy
- Finance
- Operations Management
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The four-year programme consists of the following components:
30 credit hours:
Coursework - 1.5 years
30 credit hours :
Comprehensive Exam and Proposal - 1 year
Dissertation - 1.5 years
Note: The below criteria applies to the Fall 2020 admission cycle. Details for the following academic year will be made available in the Fall. Please check this page for updates.
Applicants must meet the minimum eligibility criteria in order to be considered for admission to the PhD Management programme. Meeting this criteria does not guarantee admission.
Applicants are selected for admission to LUMS PhD Management programme based on the following factors:
- Academic Background;
- Performance in the Admission Test;
- Research Statement (Research Statement Template);
- Completed and submitted application form and supporting documents by the stipulated deadline;
- Interview (if called)
1. Academic Background
Academic requirements for Fall 2020 admissions
A minimum of 18 years of education is required for applying to the PhD Management programme.
Applicants are required to have obtained their Undergraduate and/or Graduate degrees related to Management, including but not limited to Economics, Accounting, Finance, and Operations. We welcome applications from other fields as well, especially from Social Sciences and Engineering, but such applicants may be required to complete some non-credit coursework.
Applicants who have obtained their degrees from institutions that are not listed with the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan, will be required to obtain an Equivalence Certificate from the HEC. For further information, visit: www.hec.gov.pk
As minimum academic performance, all applicants must have obtained a CGPA of at least 3.0 (on a scale of 4) or First Division (60% in the annual system) in their Master’s degree (MPhil/MS/Equivalent).
2. Test Requirements
Admission Test Requirement for Fall 2020 Admissions
Applicants are required to take Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) in order to be considered for admission.
GMAT/GRE (General) is offered as a computer adaptive test worldwide. Apart from official test scores that LUMS will require directly from Pearson or Educational Testing Service (ETS), USA, applicants must submit or mail a copy of the unofficial GMAT/GRE (General) scores as soon as they take the test. The LUMS code for receiving GMAT/GRE (General) scores from Pearson and ETS is 0679.
COVID-19 Advisory
We are aware that the current COVID-19 crisis poses difficulties for applicants to submit test scores as test centres are non-operational for the time being. Under the circumstances, if you have not yet taken the test, you can apply to the LUMS MBA programme without submitting your scores at this time. You may then be asked to appear for an interview followed by a conditional acceptance if you are successful. The condition will require obtaining a minimum test score. Once test centres are functional again, you will need to sit for the test and attain the minimum test score required by the University.
For further details on GRE (General), GMAT and NTS GAT (General), please log on to www.ets.org, www.mba.com and nts.org.pk respectively.
NOTE:
- GMAT/GRE (General) taken more than five years before the admission deadline will not be considered valid.
- If applicant has taken more than one test, the best score will be considered for application evaluation.
- For equivalency check from GRE (General) to GMAT please click here.
3. Research Statement
Applicants are required to submit a well-developed research proposal. The PhD dissertation will require substantive empirical work and is intended to extend knowledge on a particular subject of interest to the management academic community.
4. Submission
Supporting Documents Requirement for Fall 2020 Admissions
In order to be considered for admission, applicants must complete and submit their online application form on or before April 22, 2020; 5:00 pm (PKT). The application form can be accessed online at http://admissions.lums.edu.pk. In addition, all applicants are required to submit all supporting documents to the LUMS Admissions Office on or before April 23, 2020.
Application Processing Fee
- The application processing fee of PKR 5,800.
- The application processing fee of USD 81 for international applicants.
Payment Procedure
After the successful submission of the online application form through the LUMS online account on or before the application submission deadline, applicants will be able to print a system generated Application Processing Fee payment voucher. For further details regarding Fee payment options, please click here
Proof of Payment
A stamped copy of the payment voucher or a confirmation email of an online banking transaction constitutes proof of payment. Applicants are required to send a copy of payment proof along with all other required supporting documents as ONE package on or before the stipulated deadline.
Applicants must print and paste the ‘Mailing label’ on the envelope before sending it to the LUMS Office of Admissions. Applications or documents received after the stipulated deadline will not be processed.
Note: Full financial support is offered to all incoming PhD Management students for 4 years.
4.1 Information for Document Submission
We are here to help and guide you through the admissions process during this time. You can continue to monitor this page for admissions related updates. Our campus is also providing general updates and resources as needed.
Our Campus is Closed, but We're Still Here to Help
Due to the country’s stay at home directive, LUMS campus is closed and no longer offering in-person visits. However, we're still working and available to answer your admission related questions! Feel free to email us at admissions@lums.edu.pk or contact us through Live web chat (Mondays through Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PST).
Unfortunately, a few of our processes are unable to be done remotely. These are detailed below.
Submitting Your Supporting Documents
All available documents can be submitted online through the LUMS Online Admission system. In case, few documents are not available/missing then applicants can seek help/extension by writing to the Admissions Office at admissions@lums.edu.pk
Acknowledgement for Documents Receiving
We may not be able to accept postal mail or courier packages at this moment. If you had documents sent through such means recently, you will receive a system generated acknowledgement email of your submitted documents within two weeks’ time. If need be, Admissions staff will also contact you for the completion of supporting documents.
Recommendation/Work Experience Letter Submission
If referees can send recommendation letters by email, they can email them directly to admissions@lums.edu.pk. If this cannot be done, please provide only names and contact details of referees and we will approach them directly, if the need arises.
Please feel free to contact admissions@lums.edu.pk if further information is needed.
Wishing you health and safety!
5. Interview Performance
A merit ranking for interview shortlisting is established on academic performance, work experience (if any) and GMAT/GRE (General) scores of the candidates. Only shortlisted candidates are called for interviews.
Recommendation Letters
Minimum two (2) recommendation letters are compulsory for applying to the PhD Management programme.
The modes of payment are as follows:
1. Voucher can be paid through cash, Pay Order and Bank Drafts made in favour of "Lahore University of Management Sciences" at any branch within Pakistan of following banks:
- Allied Bank Limited
- Meezan Bank Limited (Customer Code: LUMS)
- Bank Al-Habib Limited
2. For online Credit/Debit card payment, please click here.
3. Vouchers can also be paid through ATM machines and internet banking portals of the following banks:
- Allied Bank Limited
- Askari Bank Limited
- Bank Alfalah Limited
- Bank Al-Habib Limited
- Faysal Bank Limited
- Meezan Bank Limited
- Standard Chartered (Only for Online Payments)
Note:
- For making payments through internet banking portals/ATM, students need to have bank account in the respective bank.
- Fee payment through "Pay Orders" is accepted at banks up to two working days prior to the payment deadline. Fee may be paid through Cash Receipts, Online Services and Credit/Debit Cards till payment deadline.
Advance Tax:
Through an amendment in the Income Tax Ordinance 2001 by Finance Act 2013, advance tax (under section 236 I) shall be collected @ 5% on the entire amount of fee except refundable portion.
Bank Helpline Numbers
Allied Bank Limited
1. UAN: 111-225-225, Branch contact No: 042-35748308
2. Regional Office: 042-35747603
Meezan Bank Limited
1. Region Office: 92-42-35786207
2. Head Office: 92-21-36406139
Bank Al-Habib Limited
1. Karachi: 92-21-32277231-239, Lahore: 0333-1218430
2. DHA Ph. 5 Branch: 042-37189231 042-37189234
Fee Structure for FY 2020-21
|
Particulars |
Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
|
|
PKR |
PKR |
|
Admission Fee (One Time Charge) |
81,500 |
- |
|
Tuition Fee |
263,700 |
263,700 |
|
Semester Registration Fee |
26,900 |
26,900 |
|
General Security (Refundable - One Time Charge) |
34,400 |
- |
|
Total Fee |
406,500 |
290,600 |
Hostel Fee
|
Particulars |
Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
|
|
PKR |
PKR |
|
Hostel Fee (double occupancy) |
45,000 |
45,000 |
|
Hostel Fee (triple occupancy) |
30,000 |
30,000 |
Important Points
- The above breakdown of fee structure is for Year 1 of the 4 Years PhD Management programme
- The PhD programmes at LUMS offer a full tuition fee waiver (except general security) to all students on merit for four (4) years.
- Fees are payable by semester according to the schedule given in the Annual Fee bill.
- Through an amendment in the Income Tax Ordinance 2001 by Finance Act 2013, advance tax (under section 236 I) shall be collected @ 5% on the entire amount of fee (if Student Payable exceeds PKR 200,000 per annum excluding the amount refundable).
- Advance tax paid on fee is adjustable at the time of filing of Income tax return. LUMS will issue Advance Tax Certificate in this regard at year-end.
- University fees are usually announced once each year, for the following academic year. However, tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.
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Activity |
Date |
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Online Application Deadline |
22 April 2020 05:00 pm PKT |
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Deadline to submit supporting documents |
23 April 2020 |
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Admission Decisions |
01 Jun 2020 to 30 Jul 2020 |
Notes:
- Dates are applicable subject to the availability of test centres.
- The University reserves the right to change dates and deadlines for admissions. Please keep informed of any changes by visiting this site periodically, as well as the LUMS online application site.
What are the admission criteria for the PhD Management programme?
Please refer to the Admission Criteria tab.
Who is considered an international applicant?
A foreign national who is not of Pakistani origin and does not have a Pakistani passport/NICOP/CNIC is eligible to apply to LUMS under its International Student Programme. Applicants holding dual nationality out of which one is Pakistani are not eligible to apply through LUMS International Student Programme.
What is the minimum score required in GMAT/GRE for admission?
There is no minimum or maximum score limit for applying to the PhD programme.
How can I develop a research statement?
A research statement should be developed based on following points:
- What is your broad topic of research? (Note that the topic of research may change later).
- Why are you motivated to do research on the above-mentioned topic?
- What are your broad research questions? What you want to know and what problems you want to solve, about the topic of your interest?
- Why your research questions are important?
- What do you know about the research topic and questions? (Please attach a bibliography of the literature you have read on the topic).
- What do you know about the process of academic research?
- How you want to do the research (e.g., quantitative, qualitative, or simulation), if admitted?
Note:
A single (or maximum two) page, typed proposal is sufficient. Attach bibliography at the end of this page.
I would like to submit my GMAT/ GRE score to LUMS when I take the test. What is the LUMS code?
Our GMAT/GRE reporting code from ETS is 0679
What is the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan?
Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan is an independent, autonomous, and constitutionally established institution of primary funding, overseeing, regulating, and accrediting the higher education efforts in Pakistan.
HEC is responsible for formulating higher education policy and quality assurance to meet the international standards as well as providing accrediting academic degrees, development of new institutions, and uplift of existing institutions in Pakistan.
What is the last date to take GMAT/GRE (General) for admission for the session commencing August 2020?
The deadline to take the GMAT/GRE is April 17, 2020.
How do I get equivalence from Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan?
International students can get equivalence through the following process: http://hec.gov.pk/english/services/students/Equivalence%20Degree%20Issuance.
For how long are the GMAT/GRE scores valid?
GMAT/GRE scores are valid for five years. GMAT/GRE taken five years before the admission deadline will not be considered valid.
What is the total fee of PhD Management programme?
PhD Management is a fully funded programme with full financial support to all incoming students for 4 years.
Can I check the equivalency of scores from GRE (General) to GMAT?
Equivalency of scores can be checked by using this link https://www.ets.org/s/gre/flash/bschool/comparison/17302/170/index.html
Does LUMS offer campus accommodation to international students?
LUMS provides a well-maintained residential environment for International students.
How can I submit the application processing fee?
After successful submission of the online application form, you will be able to print a system generated Application Processing Fee payment voucher. Please print the fee voucher for making payments at Allied Bank Branches throughout Pakistan. The voucher can be paid:
- Online, immediately by visiting https://admission.lums.edu.pk/student-payment-options-0
or - In cash by presenting the payment voucher along with the requisite amount at any Allied Bank branch throughout Pakistan.
What are the visa requirements for LUMS as an international applicant?
Please visit the link for visa requirements: https://international.lums.edu.pk/visa-and-travel#int-accbtn-1a.
Can I send in my documents before receiving my test result?
You can send your GMAT/GRE unofficial score report along with your supporting documents.
Whom should I ask to write a letter of recommendation for me?
We recommend that at least one should be from a supervisor in your professional career. The other letter can be from a faculty member who has had a reasonable opportunity to evaluate you academically.
How many letters of recommendation should I submit?
Minimum of two letters of recommendation are required.
Do you have any age limit for admission to the PhD Management programme?
No, there are no age restrictions for admission to the PhD Management programme.
May I apply using the paper application and send paper materials?
No, our system for reviewing applications is completely online so we must receive your application electronically using our online application service.
I have a change of address and/or email address and have already submitted my application?
It is very important that you keep our department aware of any address or email change. Please send an email at helpdeskao@lums.edu.pk
What is the application process?
Application for admission to the PhD Management programme is an online process (there is no paper based application to fill out or mail).
After creating an account and accessing the online admission application you may then begin to complete your application.
You can work on your application at any time and submit it when you are ready. Please note that we expect applicants to adhere to the deadlines stated on the LUMS website.
You can "track" the receipt of supporting documents submitted.
The earlier you submit your application the sooner you can learn about the receipt of these materials.
After submission you may print a copy for your own use.
How will you notify me regarding a decision on my application?
Admission decisions will only be communicated via courier service. Regretfully, we are unable to provide the final application status by telephone or e-mail inquiry.
May I appeal my admission decision or ask to have the decision explained?
The admission process is a well deliberated and thorough process. Each year we receive a large number of outstanding applications. Unfortunately, all of them do not qualify because of the limited number of available seats. The decision regarding admission is final.
If your application is unsuccessful you will also receive a letter informing you of this. Due to the volume of applications the University receives; it is not possible to provide feedback on unsuccessful applications.
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