The programme provides knowledge in the field of the latest achievements of financial theory and financial management, based on the foundation of the economic theory. The broad scope of the programme in the field of finance is an excellent opportunity for diverse research, mastering and enriching the competences of the doctoral students and inviting a large number of interested persons to take part in it. Given the turbulent financial environment characteristics of the global economy, original and innovative research on specific financial problems is increasingly needed and sought to support higher education in finance, business operations, capital market and national economies. The programme offers an excellent methodological and expert framework for conducting such research. It does not only encourage professional discussion but sets high academic standards for drawing and defending quality doctorate dissertations.