Are you an emerging entrepreneurship researcher interested in conducting independent scientific research? The PhD in Entrepreneurship and Organization gives you the opportunity to study alongside the world-class faculty within Waterloo’s distinctive innovation ecosystem. The first of its kind in Canada, this Conrad School program is different from traditional management PhD programs as it applies an entrepreneurial lens and studies behaviour in entrepreneurial contexts. Through intensive coursework, a comprehensive exam, a thesis proposal, and rigorous search, you’ll gain a strong understanding of the strengths and limitations of a wide range of quantitative and qualitative methods, as well as theories used in entrepreneurship research, while also developing skills to carry out your own independent research. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 75 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants will ideally hold a graduate degree in Business, Management, Economics, Psychology, Sociology or a related social science discipline, and must have a minimum overall average of 75%, or equivalent, in the previous degree. Those with more technical degrees (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science, Statistics) may also be considered where there is clear evidence of interest in the application of those fields to human behaviour and choice in organizational or entrepreneurial settings. Applicants should highlight any prior research or research assistantship experience in their applications. The graduate degree could be a one or two-year program. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Transcripts, program-specific questions, and the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) are required. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.