Hello, I am interested in pursuing a PhD in Accounting at the earliest in Fall of 2016 and was wondering if my current profile would be competitive and if so, which range of schools should I be looking at? I am not for sure which area of accounting I am most interested in, but I think I would really enjoy doing research in executive compensation. Thank you.
Program Applying to: Ph.D. Accounting
Age: 24 when I apply
US Citizen
GMAT: 710
Undegraduate: BA in Liberal Arts (3.2 GPA) from average state flagship
Graduate major: MS in Accounting (3.6 GPA) from same school
Relevant coursework that I have taken include Business Stats, Calculus I-III, Linear Algebra, and Intermediate Microeconomics
Other than business stats and Calculus I, I took these other courses at a local community college after undergrad. I'm assuming I need more quant background and was wondering what classes I should prioritize in taking this upcoming spring semester.
Currently no work/teaching experience. Only one semester of basic accounting research experience with no publications