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Finance PhD programme

Exceptional scholars choose us. Here's why.

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Gain the freedom to think creatively


A global reputation. Outstanding connections to world-leading financial institutions. 20+ full-time finance faculty members. Just three of the reasons why exceptional scholars choose to study for a PhD at London Business School.

Gain the freedom to think creatively

A global reputation. Outstanding connections to world-leading financial institutions. 22 full-time finance faculty members. Just three of the reasons why exceptional scholars choose to study for a PhD at London Business School.

  • Year one: Gain a deep understanding of the theory and tools needed to conduct theoretical and applied research. Core courses include:

    • asset pricing

    • corporate finance

    • empirical finance

    • continuous-time finance

    • macroeconomics

    • microeconomics

    • econometrics.

  • Year two: Undertake theoretical and empirical research and challenge the status-quo. Complete an original thesis in your chosen specialism

  • Ensure your ideas are subjected to rigorous scrutiny and grounded in proven techniques

  • Gain access to leading international conferences and benefit from close monitoring and assistance through the all-important job market experience.

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A unique life experience

Benefit from our central London location. Enjoy our vibrant campus environment. Welcome to a dynamic student and alumni community that provides lifelong engagement and opportunity.

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Next steps

Ready to join the LBS PhD programme? We’d love to hear from you.

Interested in applying? We recruit students through our annual PhD application process.

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