Research degree · University of Dhaka
Master of Philosophy
Build a strong foundation for advanced research, critical thinking, and academic excellence
At a glance
- 2 Years
- Min Duration
- Max 4
- Completion Window
- 5
- MBA Coursework
- Thesis
- Research Core
The MPhil at FBS
The MPhil program at the FBS faculty is designed for aspiring researchers who want to develop strong analytical skills, deepen subject expertise, and engage in meaningful academic inquiry — guided by rigorous research standards and a tradition of scholarly excellence.
The MPhil is a research degree for aspiring scholars — a program of rigorous coursework and supervised thesis work that builds strong analytical skills and deep subject expertise. Candidates complete five MBA courses as coursework before advancing to their thesis under the direct supervision of FBS faculty.
For researchers whose work merits it, the MPhil offers a pathway into the PhD: candidates with a CGPA of 3.75 or above may convert to the doctoral program.
3.75 CGPA
The mark at which an MPhil candidate may convert to the doctoral program.
Why study business at FBS
Reasons students choose Dhaka University's business school
A research degree that takes the questions of business seriously, supervised by the faculty's most active scholars.
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A genuine research foundation
Build rigorous analytical skills and deepen subject expertise through structured coursework and supervised inquiry.
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Senior supervision
Conduct your thesis under the direct supervision of renowned FBS professors engaged in active research.
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A clear path to the PhD
Candidates with a CGPA of 3.75 or above may convert to the doctoral program, shortening the road to a doctorate.
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A scholarly tradition
Join a community where more than thirty researchers pursue MPhil, PhD, and DBA study at any one time.
Find your research area
Nine research areas. One standard of rigor.
Research is conducted within one of the faculty's nine departments, under the supervision of its professors.
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Management
Research into how organizations are structured, led and managed.
Organizational behavior / Human resources / Operations / Entrepreneurship
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Accounting
Research into financial reporting, audit, governance and taxation.
Financial reporting / Auditing / Corporate governance / Taxation
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Marketing
Research into consumers, markets and the building of brands.
Consumer behavior / Branding / Services marketing / Digital markets
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Finance
Research into corporate finance, investment and capital markets.
Corporate finance / Capital markets / Investments / Financial institutions
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Banking and Insurance
Research into banking, insurance, risk and financial regulation.
Banking / Insurance / Risk management / Financial regulation
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International Business
Research into trade, global markets and multinational enterprise.
International trade / Global strategy / Supply chains / Emerging markets
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Management Information Systems
Research into information systems, data and digital transformation.
Information systems / Business analytics / E-business / Technology adoption
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Tourism and Hospitality Management
Research into tourism, hospitality and service-driven businesses.
Tourism development / Hospitality / Service quality / Destination management
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Organization Strategy and Leadership
Research into strategy, leadership and organizational change.
Strategic management / Leadership / Organizational change / Public sector management
Program Structure
From coursework to an original thesis
The MPhil combines rigorous coursework with supervised research, building the analytical skills and subject expertise that serious inquiry demands.
You begin with five MBA courses, then advance to a thesis conducted under the direct supervision of FBS faculty.
- 2
- Minimum years
- 4
- Maximum years
- 5
- MBA courses
The research journey
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Stage 1
Coursework
Five MBA courses build the theoretical and methodological grounding for your research.
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Stage 2
Supervised research
Develop your synopsis into a full study under the direct supervision of an FBS professor.
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Stage 3
Thesis and beyond
Complete and submit your thesis. Candidates with a CGPA of 3.75 or above may convert to the doctoral program.
Admission & Eligibility
For graduates with a research agenda
Candidates must hold a Master's degree with at least a second class or division, or a CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) from a recognized university.
Applicants submit a research synopsis with their application, and are considered by the department in which they propose to conduct their research.
Four steps to admission
Dates are set in each session's admission circular.
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Hold a qualifying Master's
A Master's degree with at least a second class or division, or a CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale (3.0 on a 4.0 scale).
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Prepare a research synopsis
Set out the question you want to investigate, why it matters and how you intend to study it.
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Apply to your department
Submit your application and synopsis to the department in which you propose to conduct your research.
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Begin coursework
Once admitted, you complete five MBA courses before advancing to your thesis under a faculty supervisor.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
The department in which you propose to conduct your research has the final word on admission, supervision and requirements.
Ask the faculty office01 How long does the MPhil take?
The MPhil takes a minimum of two years and must be completed within four.
02 Who can apply?
Graduates with a Master's degree of at least a second class or division, or a CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale (3.0 on a 4.0 scale), from a recognized university.
03 Do I need a research proposal?
Yes. You submit a research synopsis with your application, and the department considers it when deciding on admission.
04 Is there coursework?
Yes. You complete five MBA courses as coursework before advancing to your thesis.
05 Can the MPhil lead to a PhD?
Candidates with a CGPA of 3.75 or above may convert to the doctoral program, shortening the road to a doctorate.
06 Who supervises my research?
Your thesis is supervised by FBS professors in the department where you conduct your research.
Advance knowledge
Begin your research at the Faculty of Business Studies
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