Management (PhD)
Overview
The Management PhD program is designed to develop graduates who are skilled in research that includes a theoretical and practical understanding of the challenges that organizations experience and who are able to disseminate that research in appropriate venues.
Degree awarded: PhD
Administered by: Ted Rogers School of Management
Curriculum
| Course code | Degree Requirements: Doctor of Philosophy (First Offered Fall 2020) | Credits | |
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| Comprehensive Examination | (Milestone) |
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| Proposal Defence | (Milestone) |
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| Dissertation | (Milestone) |
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MG9101 |
Management and Organization Theory |
1 |
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MG9102 |
Advanced Research Methods Qualitative |
1 |
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MG9103 |
Advanced Research Methods Quantitative |
1 |
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MG9110 |
Research Seminar 1 |
Pass/Fail |
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MG9111 |
Research Seminar 2 |
Pass/Fail |
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MG9112 |
Research Seminar 3 |
Pass/Fail |
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One of |
MG9201 |
Digital Enterprise and Social Media | 1 |
| MG9202 | Real Estate Studies | 1 | |
| MG9203 | Retail and Consumer Services | 1 | |
| MG9204 | Strategy Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 1 | |
| MG9207 | Readings: Sustainability | 1 | |
| MG9208 | Directed Readings: Accounting | 1 | |
| MG9209 | Directed Readings: Finance | 1 | |
| MG9210 | Directed Readings: Law + Ethics | 1 | |
| MG9211 | Directed Readings: HR/OB | 1 | |
| MG9210 | Readings: Intl Business | 1 | |
| And | |||
| Two Electives | 2 | ||
Electives
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MG9201 | Digital Enterprise and Social Media | 1 |
| MG9202 | Real Estate Studies | 1 |
| MG9203 | Retail and Consumer Services | 1 |
| MG9204 | Strategy Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 1 |
| MG9205 | Directed Readings | 1 |
| MG9206 | Special Topics: Management | 1 |
| MB8110 | Integrating AI: Business Process Management Perspective | 0.5 |
| MB8111 | Negotiation and Conflict Management | 0.5 |
| MB8113 | Dynamic Decision Making and Problem Solving | 0.5 |
| MB8114 | Organizational Decision Making | 0.5 |
| MB8116 | Acquiring Consulting Skills & Processes | 0.5 |
| MB8117 | Project Management | 0.5 |
| MB8118 | Brand Management | 0.5 |
| MB8119 | Cases in Corporate Finance | 0.5 |
| MB8121 | Disruptive Digital Transformation | 0.5 |
| MB8122 | International Finance | 0.5 |
| MB8123 | Professional Sales | 0.5 |
| MB8124 | Social Media Analytics | 0.5 |
| MB8125 | Developing Your Startup | 0.5 |
| MB8126 | Talent Management | 0.5 |
| MB8127 | Investment and Portfolio Management | 0.5 |
| MB8128 | Starting Your Start-up | 0.5 |
| MB8129 | Understanding Consultants & Consulting | 0.5 |
| MB8130 | Strategic HRM | 0.5 |
| MB8131 | Sourcing Digital Services | 0.5 |
| MB8132 | Causality and Causal Inference Methods | 0.5 |
| MB8133 | Personal Finance | 0.5 |
| MB8134 | Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace | 0.5 |
| MB8135 | Sport Business Strategy | 0.5 |
| MB8136 | Sport Business Marketing | 0.5 |
| MH8001 | Strategy in the Home and Community Care | 1 |
| MH8002 | Comparative Health-Care Policy | 1 |
| MH8003 | Management in Home and Community Care | 1 |
| MH8004 | Performance in Home and Community Care | 1 |
| MH8005 | Information Technology for Home and Community Care | 1 |
| MH8006 | Research for Community Care | 1 |
| SM8103 | Applied Research Methods I | 1 |
| SM8104 | Applied Research Methods II | 1 |
| SM8219 | Theories of Technology and Organizations | 1 |
| SM8721 | Service Innovation Management | 1 |
| SM8722 | Special Topics | 1 |
| SM8723 | Advanced Data Analytics in Business | 1 |
MG9101 Management and Organization Theory
Each week, two theories from a list of 40 will be selected for systematic analysis of their ontological assumptions, knowledge interests and epistemological implications. For each of the two theories two empirical research papers will be reviewed and critically analyzed to enable the students to understand the special challenges of operationalizing the theories in organizational research. 1.0 Credit
MG9102 Advanced Research Methods Qualitative
Topics will include: historical roots, philosophical assumptions, theoretical framework, and implications of different qualitative approaches; research design; data collection, analysis, and interpretation strategies; critical evaluation of qualitative studies, and research grant writing for a qualitative study. Students will develop their capacity to conduct qualitative research through hands-on projects. This course covers the key concepts and methods of qualitative research. 1.0 Credit
MG9103 Advanced Research Methods Quantitative
This course explores quantitative analytical techniques, allowing students to design research projects and conduct necessary quantitative analysis. During empirical studies, it is important to understand the benefits and drawbacks of various techniques so that students choose appropriate techniques to address research questions tested. The focus will be on gaining an understanding of what the various statistical techniques can do, what is the most effective technique, how to apply them and interpret the results. 1.0 Credit
MG9110 PhD Research Seminar 1
The purpose is to expose students to current research in the TRSM including the paradigmatic approaches and methodologies employed to address management research questions. The exposure will aid in the development of the students’ own research ideas and implementation. To pass the course, within three terms students will attend and reflect on a minimum of seven research presentations. Pass/Fail
MG9111 PhD Research Seminar 2
The purpose is to expose students to current research in the TRSM including the paradigmatic approaches and methodologies employed to address management research questions. The exposure will aid in the development of the students’ own research ideas and implementation. To pass the course within three terms students will attend six seminars and present a paper at a conference or equivalent venue. Pass/Fail
MG9112 PhD Research Seminar 3
The purpose is to expose students to current research in the TRSM including the paradigmatic approaches and methodologies employed to address management research questions. The exposure will aid in the development of the students’ own research ideas and implementation. To pass the course, within three terms students will attend five seminars, present a paper, and organize a research seminar. Pass/Fail
MG9201 Digital Enterprise and Social Media
This course aims to introduce students to the overarching concepts, ranging from technical to managerial, that are critical for the functioning of the digital enterprise, the modern networked organization driven by digital technologies and data. After a high-level coverage of these concepts, the focus is on seminal theories that attempt to explain how individuals, organizations, and society interact with information and communication technologies and the dynamics caused by technological progress. 1.0 Credit
MG9202 Real Estate Studies
This course presents various research topics in the growing areas of real estate. The course will prepare students to develop their own research agenda or pursue their own research interests that can be published in top economics and finance journals. As a result of the rapidly-growing field, the reading list is evolving and may be supplemented. Papers selected include both published and working papers and cover long-standing and current research questions. 1.0 Credit
MG9203 Retail and Consumer Services
This course explores theories and topics related to retail and consumer behavior research. The course comprises of intensive readings, critical analyses of published research papers, and developmental writing. The course provides a survey of classic papers as well as recent theoretical developments in this topic domain. Topics addressed in this course are designed to complement other PhD seminars, while introducing the topic domain. 1.0 Credit
MG9204 Strategy Innovation and Entrepreneurship
This course explores theories related to entrepreneurship and strategy research. The course comprises of intensive readings, critical analyses of published research papers, and developmental writing. The course provides a survey of classic papers and recent theoretical developments in this topic domain. Topics addressed in this course are designed to complement other PhD seminars,while introducing everyone to the topic domain. Students will have opportunities to interact with Ryerson’s innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. 1.0 Credit
MG9205 Directed Readings
This course gives students space to study literature that explores the full theoretical and contemporary scope of readings pertaining to a proposed field of specialization under the guidance of the professor. The course will involve an in-depth review of the literature in a particular area guided by a member of the faculty. Students must seek out the approval of a faculty Supervisor prior to enrolling in this course. 1 Credit
MG9206 Special Topics: Management
This course examines selected topics in areas related to the program that are not covered by existing courses. The topic(s) will vary depending on the needs and interests of the students and the instructor. The particular course description will be announced prior to scheduling the course. 1 Credit
MG9207 Readings: Sustainability
Our proposed PhD specialization in sustainability integrates courses from environmental sciences, strategic management, and social sciences, offering a comprehensive understanding of sustainability. Unique in its focus on how human behavior shapes decisions in the marketplace, organizations, and society, the program stands apart from traditional sustainability programs. With faculty from diverse business disciplines, it fosters collaboration, encouraging innovative research to address complex sustainability challenges in today's interconnected world. 1 Credit
MG9208 Directed Readings: Accounting
The accounting profession is undergoing significant transformation due to technological advancements and challenges faced by democratic institutions, impacting economic governance and social equity. Accounting is now crucial for sustainable resource use and accountability to stakeholders. In response, accounting research spans areas like managerial and financial accounting, taxation, performance management, sustainability accounting, and auditing. We propose a new PhD specialization in Accounting at TRSM, aiming to address contemporary challenges and promote accountability and ethics in academic research. 1 Credit
MG9209 Directed Readings: Finance
The PhD specialization in Finance offers academic education in subfields such as Corporate Finance, Empirical Asset Pricing, Personal Finance, Banking, International Finance, Public Finance, and Investments. Aligned with 91¸£Àû’s priorities, this specialization fills gaps in Finance academic training in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). It supports TRSM’s goals by enhancing research capabilities to address real-world challenges, fostering leadership, and generating research that improves economic prosperity nationally and internationally. 1 Credit
MG9210 Directed Readings: Law + Ethics
The proposed PhD specialization in Business Law and Ethics will train students to systematically address legal and moral questions in business. It targets academics and professionals, enhancing TRSM’s offerings. Focused on law, ethics, and business, it promotes ethical leadership, responsible practices, and risk management. Aligning with TRSM’s research priorities, it fosters interdisciplinary integration of ethical and legal knowledge, enriching graduate education and addressing emerging legal challenges in global commerce. 1 Credit
MG9211 Directed Readings: HR/OB
This course considers theories and research that focus on the behaviour of people at work. The emphasis will be on broad theories that can apply to a wide range of contexts and situations such as job attitudes, organizational justice, motivation, and organizational deviance. The goal is to provide a common knowledge base from which relevant theoretical, methodological, and practical issues can be addressed. Students will consider how they can apply these theories to advance their own research interests. 1 Credit
MG9210 Readings: Intl Business
This course explores theories and research on the global business environment and socially conscious leadership from local to global perspectives with an entrepreneurial focus. Emphasis is placed on ethics, sustainability, and social responsibility in international business. Students will examine how to apply these concepts to support their own research interests in the context of an evolving global landscape. 1 Credit
For course descriptions of non MG courses, go to the Program offering the course. MB – Master of Business Administration MH – Master of Health Administration SM – Master of Science in Management
Curriculum accurate for the 2025–2026 Academic Calendar. Page last revised: August 6, 2026.