PhD in Economic Studies

Universidad de Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico

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48 monthsProgram duration

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Economics and EconometricsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The applicant to pursue the Doctorate in Economic Studies must show interest in analyzing economic problems from an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary perspective. In this context, the entry profile requires that the applicant have:

Professional capacity and interest in research.
Have a university education
Mastery of basic mathematics subjects (differential and integral calculus) and basic statistics (descriptive and inductive).
Ability to synthesize theoretical discussions and skills to collect and analyze relevant information.
The applicant must have knowledge of computer tools used in socioeconomic or administrative fields.

Program overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Professional capacity and interest in research.
Have a university education
Mastery of basic mathematics subjects (differential and integral calculus) and basic statistics (descriptive and inductive).
Ability to synthesize theoretical discussions and skills to collect and analyze relevant information.
The applicant must have knowledge of computer tools used in socioeconomic or administrative fields.

Admission requirements

TOEFL

79+

Certificate of TOEFL (ITP) exam with a minimum score of 550 or TOEFL (IBI) with a minimum score of 79 points.
Pass the entrance interview.
Have a master's degree or a certificate of qualification with a minimum average of 80 (Eighty) its equivalent.
Take the EXANI III exam.
Motive statement letter explaining the reasons why you intend to enter the program.
Submit a research proposal of no more than 3 pages explaining the reasons and relevance of the proposed topic, possible research questions and a basic bibliography.
Submit two academic letters of recommendation.
Have availability to be a full-time student, during the four years of the doctoral program.
Comply with the other criteria established at the time by the Academic Board of the doctoral program. As well as what is stipulated by the General Regulations for Student Admission and by the General Postgraduate Regulations of the University of Guadalajara.

Program Duration

4 Years

Starting Month(s)

Aug

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

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