Finance PhD Programme at London Business School

International students can study the Finance PhD Programme at London Business School at its main campus in London, United Kingdom. This PhD degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 1, 2026.

About Finance PhD Programme

Our global reputation and connections to world-leading financial institutions: just two reasons why exceptional scholars study at London Business School.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Finance PhD Programme at London Business School

Entry Requirements

Exceptional and inspirational educators who can teach our MBA, MSc, PhD and Executive Education programmes
Outstanding expertise in the Finance subject area
Faculty who conduct original research of exceptionally high quality that is publishable in top-tier academic journals

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5

English Program Requirements

If English is not your native language, or if you have not been studying fully in English or living in an English-speaking country for at least two years, please submit your IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge CPE, CAE or PTE Academic score. Other tests will not be accepted.

Fee Information

How to Apply

Please have the following documents ready for upload:

Original GMAT or GRE score report (less than five years old at the time of the application)
Essays - please see below for more information*
Transcript or certified copy of university grades from all past degrees - please see below for more information**
CV
A valid original Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Cambridge score report - please see below for more information***

Finance PhD Programme at London Business School

London Business School

United Kingdom, London