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Ph.D. in Financial Economics

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Why earn your MBA degree at Midwest University?

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The Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) program at Midwest University is exclusively designed for seasoned executives and professionals with significant business experience who aim to enhance their leadership skills and strategic vision. With a 30-credit curriculum, this accelerated program offers a rigorous focus on the challenges of the global business environment.

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Move your career forward with an advanced degree in business administration

We offer our MBA in a variety of formats to fit your needs and lifestyle. However you want to earn your degree ; full-time or part-time, on campus or online

Program Highlights
  • Doctorof Business Administration (DBA)
  • 48 Credit Hours
  • Hybrid Learning Format
  • Day 1CPT Available for Eligible Students
  • Designed for Working Professionals
  • Practical Leadership & Business Research
  • Dissertation Included
  • Personalized Academic Support
business Emphasis Areas

Choose an area that matches your career goals.

  • AI & Digital Transformation Strategy
  • Global Entrepreneurship & Innovation and Strategic Leadership
  • Global Sustainable, ESG, and Resilient Leadership
  • Aviation Systems & Strategic Leadership
  • Global Maestro Human Management
  • Real Estate Investment Management and Auction
  • Health Care Management Innovation
  • Data Science

Our curriculum prepares students for leadership roles in today's rapidly changing global economy.

Hybrid Learning Format

The DBA program is delivered in a hybrid format designed for working professionals. Students complete most coursework online while participating in required on-campus academic sessions. Each semester includes one required in-person course, which typically requires one or two campus visits depending on the course schedule. This format allows students to balance work, study, and academic engagement.

Admission Requirements

1. Application form for admission.
2. $100.00 non-refundable application fee.
3. A brief autobiographical statement.
4. Official transcripts appropriate for the program: A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with GPA of at least 2.25 (on a 4.0 scale).
5. Application Essay.
6. Recommendation letters - from employers (2 or more).
6. Two recent photographs (for student ID).

International Students

Midwest University welcomes international students from around the world. Our International Student & Scholar Services team provides guidance throughout the admission process, SEVIS transfer, I-20 issuance, and ongoing F-1 student support.

Ph.D. in Financial Economics Curriculum

60 Credit Hours

Core Courses - 16 Credit Hours (select 4 courses)

FE 800 Financial Theory and Corporate Policy 4
FE 801 Advanced Investment Analysis 4
FE 802 International Finance 4
FE 803 Financial Markets and Institutions 4
FE 804 Empirical Methods in Finance 4
FE 805 Advanced Econometrics 4
FE 806 Biblical Principlesof Finance and Economics 4
FE 807 Ethical Leadershipin Finance and Economics 4
LE 818 Mentored Leadership Internship 4
LE 845 Introduction to Innovation Leadership 4
DS 820 Introduction to International Relations 4

emphasis - 16 credit Hours

Financial Economics

FE 810 Advanced Financial Economics 4
FE 811 Financial Econometrics 4
FE 812 Behavioral Finance 4
FE 813 Empirical Asset Pricing 4
FE 814 International Financial Markets 4
FE 815 Corporate Finance Theory 4

ESG Finance

ES 812 Principles of Sustainable Finance 4
ES 813 ESG Reporting and Disclosure 4
ES 814 Corporate Social Responsibility 4
ES 815 Environmental Economics and Policy 4

ESG Management

ES 503 Climate Change and ESG 3
ES 504 ESG Management Strategy 3
ES 505 Corporate Governance Theory 3
ES 506 ESG Evaluation Analysis 3
ES 507 Sustainability Practices 3
ES 508 ESG Finance and Carbon Economy 3
ES 509 ESG Risk Management Theory 3
ES 510 Supply Chain ESG Management 3

Free Electives - 8 Credit Hours

FE 816 FinTech and Innovation 4
FE 817 Real Estate Finance 4
FE 818 Financial Econometrics 4
FE 819 Venture Capital and Private Equity 4

Research Methods - 8 Credit Hours

RS 861 Research Design 2
RS 862 Quantitative Research Methods 3
RS 863 Qualitative Research Methods 3

Dissertation - 9 Credit Hours

9 credits

Capstone Course - 3 Credit Hours

CP 890 Capstone (3 credits)

Tuition & Fees

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    Per semester: $4,740
    Per credit: $395
  • B.M. Music
    Per semester: $4,740
    Per credit: $395
  • B.S. Aviation / Futures Technology / B.S, Computer Science
    Per semester: $4,740
    Per credit: $395
  • B.A. Theology / Education
    Per semester: $3,540
    Per credit: $295
  • Master of Arts in Counseling
    Per semester: $4,740
    Per credit: $395
  • Master of Arts in Education (Christian Education)
    Per semester: $4,740
    Per credit: $395
  • M.A. TESOL
    Per semester: $4,740
    Per credit: $395
  • M.A. Brain Education / Gifted
    Education

    Per semester: $5,940
    Per credit: $495
  • Master business Administration (MBA)
    Per semester: $5,740
    Per credit: $495
  • Executive Master business Administration (EMBA)
    Per semester: $7,200
    Per credit: $600
  • Master of Fine Arts / Master of Music
    Per semester: $5,940
    Per credit: $495
  • Master of Divinity
    Per semester: $3,600
    Per credit: $300
  • Doctor of Leadership / Business Administration
    Per semester: $3,960
    Per credit: $495
  • Doctor of Fine Art / Doctor of Musical Arts
    Per semester: $4,400
    Per credit: $550
  • Ph.D. in Counseling / Education/ Leadership / Music
    Per semester: $4,400
    Per credit: $550
  • Ph.D. in Financial Economics
    Per semester: $4,800
    Per credit: $600
  • Doctor of Ministry
    Per semester: $2,920
    Per credit: $365
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
    Per semester: $ 3,540
  • I-901 Form Fee
    $350.00
  • I-20 Processing / Maintenance Fee
    $200.00
  • Application Fee
    $100.00
  • Document Handling Fee
    (Fee varies depending on services requested by student)

    $100.00
  • I-20 Transfer-out Application Processing Fee
    $200.00
  • Visa Maintenance Fee (Per Semester)
    $100.00
  • Security Deposit
    $700.00
  • Room Cost (1 room 2 person) / Month
    (Cleaning fee $200.00 Non-refundable per person)

    $698.00
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