Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Strategic Management

The Doctor of Philosophy in Strategic Management program at Lincoln University College is designed to produce highly qualified strategic management experts and academics who can make significant contributions to both academic institutions and management industries worldwide. The program focuses on developing advanced research skills in strategic formulation, innovative organizational practices, and competitive market analysis.

Students in this program are encouraged to conduct research on contemporary economic challenges and develop strategic plans to enhance organizational effectiveness and sustain competitive performance. Additionally, the program emphasizes the development of soft skills such as emotional intelligence, creative thinking, and effective communication, which are highly valued by employers.

Lincoln University College prepares participants to engage in cutting-edge interdisciplinary research and gain mastery in their respective areas of study. The program equips students with the necessary tools to pursue significant conceptual research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of strategic management.

To successfully complete the PhD degree at Lincoln University College, each candidate is required to publish a minimum of four research articles in Scopus-indexed journals with affiliation to Lincoln University College. This requirement reflects the program's commitment to scholarly excellence and ensures that graduates are well-prepared to make meaningful contributions to the field of strategic management.

1. Master’s Degree in Business or related (Level 7, MQF) disciplines accepted by Lincoln University College Senate; Or
2. Other qualifications equivalent to a master’s degree that accepted by the Lincoln University College Senate
3. International students are required to achieve a minimum score of 6.0 for IELTS OR its equivalent.

For non-Malaysian citizens, please refer to the Malaysian Qualification Agency’s (MQA) List of Overseas Qualifications & its equivalency with Malaysian Education System to see if you qualify for this course.

• - Research Methodology
• - Computer Applications

- Dissertation on any one of the following specialties:

•   - Strategic Analysis
•   - Strategy Formulation
•   - Strategy Implementation
•   - Strategy Evaluation
•   - Fundamentals of Competitive Markets
•   - Strategy and Structure of Market Competition
•   - Corporate Strategy
•   - Corporate Governance
•   - Government & Business
•   - Political Development Management
•   - Industrial Organization, Price Policies, and Regulation
•   - Disclosure Strategy
•   - Strategy and Organization
•   - Game Theory & Information Economics
•   - Econometrics
•   - Applied Stochastic Processes
•   - Healthcare Leadership
•   - Medical Ethics Strategic Management
•   - Technological Change and Innovation
•   - Managing Innovative Organizations
•   - Strategic Leadership Concentration
•   - Entrepreneurship
•   - Strategy Management in Accounts and Finance
•   - Hospitality Management
•   - Media and Publications Management
•   - Tourism Management
•   - Transportation Management and Logistics