PhD in Accounting and Finance

University of Leeds

We have a vibrant research culture that focuses on publishing in the best international journals. Our PhD school (the Centre for Advanced Studies in Finance – CASIF) is an integral part of this research culture. The research culture beyond CASIF is supported by the Department and its specialist research centres – the Credit Management Research Centre and the International Banking Institute. Full description Research proposals The Accounting and Finance Department within Leeds University Business School is interested in receiving proposals in the following areas of research: – Asset pricing and financial markets – Banking and financial intermediation – Behavioural finance – Business history – Corporate finance – Corporate governance – Credit management – Financial accounting and auditing – Organisations: owernship, governance and performance – Pensions – SME finance – Sustainable finance and ESG – Venture capital and private equity