To help you navigate the confusing and complex plethora of information on the web, AAA's group of Doctoral Program coordinators regularly update this site with the latest information about their programs. There is also guidance about the many types of doctoral programs to choose from, whether they be traditional or non-traditional in nature. We invite you to check out the video and links on this page - get in touch should you have comments or questions. You can email info@aaahq.org
Interview with Kari Olsen about being a PhD student. Kari is now an Associate Professor at Utah Valley University.
How does the AAA serve Doctoral students?
- Reduced student membership rates in the AAA and its sections
- Events to support exposure to research, teaching and networking
- Career Center - find your new career opportunity!
- Accounting PhD Rookie Recruiting and Research Camp - an annual recruiting event featuring schools looking to hire recent graduates for faculty positions.
AAA Academic articles on Doctoral Programs
Please click on any of the links below to view some sample scholarly content on PhD Programs:
Can Obtaining an Accounting Ph.D. Provide a Positive Financial Return?
From Student to Accounting Professional: A Longitudinal Study of the Filtering Process
The Current State of Accounting Ph.D. Programs in the United States
You can also become familiar with the largest body of research in the profession - visit our Digital Library https://publications.aaahq.org/ to view the full range of academic content we publish.
If the Pathways Commission Vision model inspires you, join the ongoing conversation at PathwaysInspired.org
Funding and the PhD job market
Funding for a PhD is one of the first issues prospective students ask themselves. Although each school is different, most universities do not charge tuition for doctoral students and also provide stipends. There are many online resources that offer you advice - we think the following sites are particularly helpful.
Accounting Doctoral Scholars (ADS)
Non-Traditional Doctoral Programs
Nontraditional doctoral programs information is available through the Pathways Commission: "An Examination of Non-Traditional Doctoral Education" - we encourage you to look at the Resources List at the end of the Pathways Report PDF below.
An Examination of Non-Traditional Doctoral Education
The Accounting Faculty Shortage: Causes and Contemporary Solutions
Funding and the PhD job market
Funding for a PhD is one of the first issues prospective students ask themselves. Although each school is different, most universities do not charge tuition for doctoral students and also provide stipends. There are many online resources that offer you advice - we think the following sites are particularly helpful.
Accounting Doctoral Scholars (ADS)