Research Degrees
Smith’s research programs contribute to the business school’s vibrant and dynamic research community, where collaboration, intellectual discourse and passion for knowledge and innovation drive impact in business and society.
Research-Based Programs
Smith offers two dedicated research programs that offer students the opportunity to develop their analytical and investigative skills with outstanding teachers and distinguished researchers.
Master of Science in Management
If you have an eye on future doctoral studies or a career in research, consider the Smith MSc. This 12-month program provides an advanced-level conceptual foundation in your chosen field. Focus on research in one of nine fields of study: accounting, analytics, business economics, digital technology, finance, international business, marketing, organization behavior, and strategy.
Doctoral Program in Management
Individually tailored, our doctoral program features challenging courses, research opportunities, and the preparation and defense of a thesis on an original topic. Hone your analytic and research skills and be equipped with the tools to generate advanced research while collaborating closely with leading faculty members to develop rich insights.
Research Specializations
Smith’s research programs offer nine areas of specialization featuring challenging courses and research opportunities to begin developing your analytic and research skills.
Accounting
Provides an advanced understanding of the conceptual foundations of accounting for the pursuit of highly-focused research.
Analytics
Develop a thorough understanding of the theories and concepts used in developing data-driven decision-making processes.
Business Economics
Study areas related to the management of organizations: entrepreneurship, industrial organization, competitive strategy and international trade.
Finance
Develop a deeper grounding in financial theory and explore advance derivatives valuation, corporate finance, and empirical topics.
International Business
Examine the ways in which economic globalization impacts a firm's organization, processes and competitive-advantage business strategy.
Management Information Systems
Draw on a wide range of disciplines to examine the impact of digital technology and data on individuals, groups, organizations and society.
Marketing
Establish a solid grounding in marketing strategy, management and consumer behaviour in preparation for PhD studies and an academic career.
Organizational Behaviour
This specialization draws on several disciplines in examining the behaviour of individuals, groups and organizations.
Strategy
Combine theories from sociology, economics, and psychology to study how organizations relate to their economic, institutional and social environment.
Inspiring Future Discovery
Discovering New Knowledge: Introduction to Research in Business is an elective available to undergraduate Commerce students entering third and fourth year. The course exposes students to research methods and their application in business, and to research-based career paths.