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Next deadline January 15, 2027 For the September 2027 Intake (or Winter Semester 2027) intake.

About this program

What this degree covers and what you can expect from the university.

The Accounting Concentration at Frankfurt School’s Doctoral Programme trains students in financial accounting, managerial accounting and auditing. Working with renowned faculty, you’ll gain interdisciplinary insights and develop the expertise to publish in top journals and join global research communities.


 

Program overview

Key facts about what you will study and how the program is delivered.

Program length

Full-time | 5 Years

How long it typically takes to complete this degree from start to finish.

Qualification level

Master

The academic level you will earn, such as Bachelor, Master, or PhD.

Language requirement

English

This program is taught in English. You may still need to submit an English proficiency test depending on your nationality and previous education.

Eligibility & requirements

Check whether your academic background matches what the university expects.

Entrance / admission test

Required

You may need to sit a university entrance exam or standardized admission test in addition to your academic documents.

Admission intakes & deadlines

Application dates and milestones for each intake period. Deadlines may vary by applicant category.

September 2027 Intake (or Winter Semester 2027)

Classes start September 2027

Open for applications
  1. Final Application Deadline International

    Annual application deadline for the September intake.

  2. Admissions Interview Round International

    Shortlisted candidates are invited for an online interview with faculty members of the accounting concentration following application review.

  3. Program Start Date International

    Official start of the doctoral program and coursework for the new cohort.

Full-time 5-year doctoral/PhD program (Dr. rer. pol.) taught in English. Fully funded program with 100% tuition waiver and a monthly stipend (up to €2,320) granted to all admitted candidates. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree, valid GMAT/GRE scores, English proficiency (TOEFL 100 / IELTS 7.0), statement of purpose, and 2 letters of recommendation.

About the university

Learn more about the institution offering this program.

Frankfurt School of Finance & Management is a private business school in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, officially recognised under the Higher Education Act of the State of Hesse and authorised to award doctorates. It is organised as a non-profit institution