The Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship 2025 is a prestigious fully funded PhD scholarship that aims to promote research in financial reporting and financial management, with a specific focus on underprivileged nations.
This scholarship was established in honor of the late Craig Andrews of Washington, DC, who worked closely with professors from Victoria University of Wellington on various World Bank initiatives aimed at supporting underdeveloped countries.
The scholarship was made possible through the generosity of the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation.
This scholarship is designed to foster capacity-building in financial reporting and management within underdeveloped countries, reflecting Craig Andrews’ professional experiences and his strong commitment to fostering economic and social development in emerging economies.
Craig Andrews’ unwavering dedication to advancing economic development in underdeveloped nations is reflected in the scholarship. His understanding of the importance of sustainable and transparent financial systems for World Bank projects was shaped by his work in financial reporting and management.
To address the critical needs of developing nations and to facilitate their economic expansion, the scholarship will support research that contributes to improved financial governance in public and concessional sectors.
The primary aim of this scholarship is to fund doctoral research that cultivates the expertise needed to enhance financial systems in developing nations.
By nurturing local proficiency in financial reporting and administration, the scholarship promotes sustainability and economic resilience.
Ultimately, the scholarship is dedicated to advancing Craig Andrews’ belief that enhancing financial management in emerging economies can result in broader social and economic progress.
Scholarship Overview:
- Supports PhD studies
- Open to domestic and international students
- The scholarship host institution is Victoria University of Wellington
- Studies will take place in New Zealand
- The deadline for application is November 2026
About Host Institution:
Victoria University (VU) is a prestigious institution located in the vibrant city of Melbourne, consistently ranked among the top 2% of universities globally by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
VU introduced the innovative Block model in 2018, revolutionizing education delivery with its focus on small-group interactive learning and real-world problem-based learning.
Under this model, each unit is delivered intensively over four weeks, providing a focused, learner-centered environment.
The success of the Block model was recognized with VU’s victory in the university category of the Victorian International Education Awards and the innovation category of the International Education of Australia Excellence Awards in 2018.
Beyond undergraduate education, VU is expanding the Block model into postgraduate education across all areas of study in 2021. VU’s commitment to education for all is reflected in its unique dual-sector status, offering both higher education and vocational education and training.
This seamless approach ensures that the needs of students are prioritized, from certificate programs to doctoral studies.
Benefits of the Scholarship:
You enjoy a scholarship value of up to $35,000 each year for three years when selected.
Selection Criteria:
Candidates must be enrolled in Te Herenga Waka, Victoria University of Wellington’s School of Accounting and Commercial Law.
Subjects about financial management or reporting in developing nations must be the main emphasis of the PhD thesis.
Your thesis should help increase capacity for prudent financial management.
You must intend to enroll in the School of Accounting and Commercial Law’s PhD program.
Nationals of Developing Countries may be given preference
How to Apply:
You must fulfill the prerequisites for admission to Victoria University of Wellington’s PhD programs.
Send your application through the Wellington Faculty of Graduate research
You must apply with documents such as personal statements, character references, evidence of financial hardship.
Your submitted materials will be reviewed by a selection panel consisting of the Head of the School of Accounting and Commercial Law and other academic experts.
