PhD class profile
EDHEC’s current PhD in Finance candidates are individuals with diverse and robust academic backgrounds and professional experience.
They aspire to rigorous intellectual challenge and have the common aim of producing cutting-edge research in their field.
Profile of PhD programme participants
Carefully selected candidates with strong motivation.
(as of September 2023)
(non-French)
age of executive track participants on matriculation
age of residential track participants on matriculation
professional experience of executive track participants
participant GMAT score
REGION OF RESIDENCE
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ACADEMIC PROFILE
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Initial degree
Graduate degree(s)
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
(executive track participants)
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FAQ (class profile)
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Work experience in finance is not a prerequisite. A candidate’s fit is based on their goals and motivation, their ability – in particular their academic ability – to complete the programme, and what they can bring to the classroom. Applicants should make clear in their letter of application why they believe the programme is suitable for them and what they can bring to class activities.
The Admissions Committee has admitted people in more junior roles in the past, but their lack of experience has generally been counterbalanced by an exceptionally strong academic track record. Such applicants are rare, but typically have a history of very high achievement to underpin their application.
Yes. A Master’s degree is a standard programme requirement and does not exempt you from a scholastic test.
Yes, GMAT or GRE test scores are required for admission to the PhD in Finance, but having completed the CFA exams will have a positive weighting on your application for admission into the programme.
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