These specialisations (OB/S&O) refer to a collection of theory and research that helps develop a deeper understanding of personal, interpersonal, and system-wide processes in organisations. It enables students to gain greater insights into the functioning of complex and evolving organisation. The principal objective of OB/S&O is to train students in the theory and methods of the following disciplines such as Organisational Behaviour, Human Resource Management and Strategy/ Organisation Studies.
This OM specialisation deals with configuring people, materials, machines and methods for optimal benefits. It draws upon a wide range of disciplines including mathematics, economics and other social sciences. Work performed in this area is typically characterised by a blend of theoretical and applied research. PhD candidates can also pursue doctoral research that examines problems and issues pertaining to Pakistani industry and emerging economies.
- Mathematical modelling/optimisation
- Scheduling and transportation
- Supply chain management
- Total quality management
- Service operations management
- System dynamics
- Operations strategy
- Technology/innovation management
- Product/process development
- Value stream management
- Business analytics
- Business intelligence
The Finance specialisation focuses on current research topics in corporate finance, asset pricing, investments, and financial institutions and markets. The coursework component of the programme exposes students to a variety of theoretical and empirical research topics to understand relevant issues in finance theory and to conduct research. The objective of the finance doctoral programme is to train students to do high-quality research and to prepare them for careers in finance with leading academic and research institutions.
PhD Management | YEAR-I | YEAR-II | YEAR-III | YEAR-IV |
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Fall Semester | Research Methods—2 credit hours | Pedagogy—2 credit hours | Work on Dissertation Proposal | Work on Dissertation |
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Proposal Defence (Deadline: 31st December) |
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Spring Semester | Seminar in Organisational Theory-3 credit hours | Preparation for Comprehensive Exam–B | Work on Dissertation | Work on Dissertation |
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Comprehensive Exam–II (Deadline: 30th May) |
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Summer semester | Comprehensive Exam–A |
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Note: All courses are of 3 credit hours (45 hours) unless otherwise stated.
Total credits required for graduation: Coursework = 30 credit hours, Research Work = 30 credit hours.
Core courses are bold, Area courses in italic and other are Support Area courses.
| PhD Management | YEAR-I | YEAR-II | YEAR-III | YEAR-IV |
| Fall Semester | Research Methods—2 credit hours Applied Statistics-3 credit hours Seminar in Operations and Supply Chain Strategy-3 credit hours *Economic Theory-3 credit hours *Mathematical Modelling-3 credit hours | Pedagogy—2 credit hours Philosophy of Administrative Sciences—2 credit hours Seminar in Supply Chain Analysis-3 credit hours Seminar in Technology and Innovation Management-3 credit hours | Work on Dissertation Proposal | Work on Dissertation |
| Proposal Defence (Deadline: 31st December) | ||||
| Spring Semester | Seminar in Production Analysis-3 credit hours Decision Behaviour-3 credit hours Advanced Research Methods-3 credit hours | Preparation for Comprehensive Exam–B | Work on Dissertation | Work on Dissertation |
| Comprehensive Exam–II (Deadline: 30th May) | ||||
| Summer Semester | Comprehensive Exam–A | Dissertation Defence | ||
| PhD Management | YEAR-I | YEAR-II | YEAR-III | YEAR-IV |
| Fall Semester | Research Methods—2 credit hours Econometrics and Research Methodology I-4 credit hours *Economic Theory-3 credit hours *Mathematical Modelling-3 credit hours | Pedagogy—2 credit hours Philosophy of Administrative Sciences—2 credit hours Seminar in Islamic and Corporate Finance-3 credit hours Seminar in Financial Intermediation and Regulatory Framework-3 credit hours | Work on Dissertation Proposal | Work on Dissertation |
| Proposal Defence (Deadline: 31st December) | ||||
| Spring Semester | Econometrics and Research Methodology–II-4 credit hours Corporate Finance-3 credit hours Investment Theory and Financial Markets-3 credit hours | Preparation for Comprehensive Exam–B | Work on Dissertation | Work on Dissertation |
| Comprehensive Exam–II (Deadline: 30th May) | ||||
| Summer Semester | Comprehensive Exam–A | Dissertation Defence | ||
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Deadline to take GMAT/GRE | 09 Feb 2018 | |
Online Application Deadline (PST) | 15 Feb 2018 | 05:00 pm |
Deadline to submit supporting documents for admission | 16 Feb 2018 | |
Admission Decisions | 01 Mar 2018 to 30 Apr 2018 |
Applicants must meet the minimum eligibility criteria in order to be considered for admission to the Graduate Programme. Meeting this criteria does not guarantee admission to the Graduate program.
Applicants are selected for admission to LUMS PhD Management programme based on the following factors:
The Admissions Office will review applications to ensure requirements are being met. Shortlisted candidates will be called in for an interview, after which the final decision will be taken.
Merit Scholarships and Financial Assistance
Applicants will be assessed on the following criteria:
Decisions on admission are made after careful evaluation of all applications. Evaluation for interview call is carried out based on a combination of factors such as academic track record, performance in GMAT/GRE (General), and work experience (if available).
Applicants are required to take Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) in order to be considered for admission. Applicants must have a “Minimum test score of 60th percentile in GMAT or GRE (General) equivalent”. For equivalency check from GRE (General) to GMAT please visit the following link https://www.ets.org/s/gre/flash/bschool/comparison/17302/170/index.html
No other admission test score will be considered valid Only GMAT/GRE (General) scores are valid and, hence, applicants with previous LMAT scores need to take the GMAT/GRE (General)
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. For further details on GMAT and GRE (General), please log on to www.mba.com and www.ets.org respectively. The deadline to take GMAT/GRE (General) is February 09, 2018.
Note:
Applicants must complete and submit their online application form on or before February 15, 2018; 5:00 pm (PST). 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 February 16, 2018.
Application Processing fee
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 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.
A merit ranking for interview short listing is established on academic performance, work experience (if any) and GMAT/GRE (General) scores of the candidates. Only short-listed candidates are called for interviews.
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.
Please visit the following link; Admission Criteria.
Minimum test score of 60th percentile in GMAT or GRE (General) equivalent is required for PhD Management.
Our GMAT/GRE reporting code from ETS is 0679.
The deadline to take the GMAT/GRE (General) is February 09, 2018.
GMAT/GRE scores are valid for five years. GMAT/GRE taken five years before the admission deadline will not be considered valid.
Equivalency of scores can be checked by using this link https://www.ets.org/s/gre/flash/bschool/comparison/17302/170/index.html
GMAT/ GRE score is compulsory for submission of online application. You must submit/mail the copy of unofficial GMAT/ GRE score report as soon as you take the test. However, the official GMAT/ GRE scores can be submitted later.
After the 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:
You can send your GMAT/GRE un-official score report along with your supporting documents.
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.
Minimum of two letters of recommendation are required.
No, there are no age restrictions for admission to the PhD Management Programme.
No, our system for reviewing applications is completely online so we must receive your application electronically using our online application service.
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
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.
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.
