Victoria University of Wellington is offering the Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship in Financial Reporting & Financial Management, a fully funded award supporting research in financial reporting and management in developing countries. This prestigious scholarship, worth $105,000, is available every three years to a deserving PhD candidate.
Applicants must be enrolled in the School of Accounting and Commercial Law at Victoria University of Wellington, with plans to undertake a PhD thesis focused on financial reporting and/or financial management in developing countries. The research should aim to build capacity in financial management within primary or concessionable industries. Preference is given to students from developing countries who intend to return home after completing their studies.
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( votes)Victoria University of Wellington is a leading research-intensive university known for its strong emphasis on innovation and academic excellence located in New Zealand’s vibrant capital city. Established in 1897, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, with particular strengths in law, humanities, business, and science. Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its commitment to fostering critical thinking, creativity, and global citizenship among its students.
Application Deadline: 1 March, 1 July, and 1 November.
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Victoria University of Wellington
- Department: School of Accounting and Commercial Law
- Course Level: Doctoral (PhD)
- Award: Fully funded
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: One scholarship every three years
- Nationality: International and Domestic
- The award can be taken in: New Zealand
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: All countries, with a preference for students from developing countries.
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for a PhD in Financial Reporting and/or Financial Management.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a student in the School of Accounting and Commercial Law at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington.
- Must be intending to complete a PhD thesis on topics related to financial reporting and/or financial management in developing countries, contributing to capacity building in primary industries or concessionable industries.
- Must meet the entry requirements for Doctoral study at Victoria University of Wellington.
- New Doctoral applicants should complete the Doctoral Admission and Scholarship online application, clearly indicating their intention to apply for the Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit a completed online application, including all required supporting documentation, by 4:30 pm on the closing date. The application must indicate a desire to apply for the Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship. Additional documentation, such as personal statements or character references, may be requested.
Benefits
The scholarship provides a total value of $105,000, disbursed up to $35,000 per year over three years. Recipients must write a letter of thanks to the donor and are expected to act as Ambassadors for Victoria University of Wellington. The scholarship may not be deferred, and recipients must maintain satisfactory progress throughout their studies.