PhD in International Management — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the timeline for applications?

Applications may be sent in after October 1st and all application material must be postmarked by March 1st. The IMPhD Program only admits students in the Fall semester. See PhD Admissions Deadlines

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Can I submit materials after March 1st?

Materials must be postmarked March 1st. Materials submitted after this date will not be considered.

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I see the deadline is March 1st, can I take my GMATs/GREs at the end of February with the score reports sent after the deadline?

Though application supplemental material may be postmarked on March 1st, and considered meeting the deadline the GMAT/GRE scores must be received by March 1st. If scores are not received by the application deadline of March 1, the application is considered incomplete and will not be considered by the Admissions Committee.

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Do you offer spring admission?

No. The IMPhD Program is a full-time program which offers admission only in the fall semester.

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What do I receive my degree in?

Your PhD degree will be in International Management.

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I already have an M.B.A, will this help to shorten the duration of the program?

No. The M.B.A. is not a required first step in pursuit of the PhD, and the PhD is not master's work at a higher level. M.B.A and PhD course requirements are distinct.

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Do you offer any funding for your PhD Program?

Financial support for students are available in the form of a research or teaching assistantship. All admitted applicants may apply for these positions. An assistantship consists of 20 hours a week of research work with assigned faculty in the Shidler College of Business. An assistantship includes a full tuition waiver valued at $20,000 USD as well as a stipend of $17,496 USD. Eligibility for this assistantship is reviewed at the end of each academic year based on satisfactory performance. Candidates are encouraged to seek funding or co-funding from other institutions.

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What is the duration of the program?

Approximately four years.

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Do you offer a part-time, weekend, evening, or distance-learning option?

No. The IMPhD Program is a full-time program with courses only available at the University of Hawai’i at Manoa campus.

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Do you prefer a GRE or a GMAT score?

The IMPhD Admissions Committee does not have a preference.

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What are the school codes for the GMAT, GRE, and TOEFL exam?

The school code for the GMAT exam is PBQ-5926. The school code for the GRE and the TOEFL is 4867.

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What is the average GMAT or GRE score for a person accepted into the PhD Program?

Applicants to the program have an average GMAT score of 665. However, we understand that a standardized test score is only one indicator of an applicant's qualification and thus review a candidate's suitability to the program against the background of his or her application package as a whole.

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I took my TOEFL over 2 years ago, but I am getting my MBA/MA right now at a university where English is the primary language. Do I have to re-take the TOEFL?

Graduates of U.S. universities and colleges are not required to take the TOEFL. If your school is located outside the U.S., the University of Hawaii requires you to provide documentation which affirms your university's use of English as its primary language of instruction. Without such documentation, a TOEFL score will be necessary.

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I am an exceptionally brilliant student, may I have my GMAT/GRE waived?

No, GMAT/GRE scores are not waived under any circumstances.

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Can I email my recommendations in?

No. Recommendations must be sent by mail signed and sealed by the recommender see how to apply page for more information.

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