PhD Program in Finance at Swiss Finance Institute

OVERVIEW:

The goal of the Swiss Finance Institute (SFI) PhD Program in Finance is to educate scholars and practitioners who make a difference through rigorous training and research.

The SFI PhD Program provides an intellectual environment and a curriculum comparable to the top PhD programs in the world. The PhD Program is offered at the three SFI campuses of Léman (Geneva and Lausanne), Lugano, and Zurich.

FEATURES:

– World-renowned faculty of 60 professors
– Focus on research
– Substantial resources
– Outstanding academic and industry placements
– Large international student body
– Teaching or research assistantship opportunities offered by participating Universities

PROFILE:

Applicants are expected to make a unique contribution to the field of finance. Doing so requires curiosity, perspective, and self-motivation. The desire to pursue a career in academia or in financial research within the public or private sector is also a requirement.

PROGRAM ELEMENTS:

The curriculum comprises two phases: one preparatory year of intensive coursework followed by at least three years of advanced studies and research. The program covers a wide range of subjects including asset pricing, banking, corporate finance, financial econometrics, and statistical learning. There is a clear focus on the quantitative foundations of finance. All the courses are taught by internationally renowned academics.

APPLICATIONS:

There are two rounds of candidate selections with application deadlines on January 15 and March 31. Courses start in September each year.

FURTHER INFORMATION: 

http://www.sfi.ch/phd