Executive PhD in Business Management 40 months PHD Programme By EDHEC Business School |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

Blended

The Executive PhD in Business Management combines rigorous academic research with real-world application, preparing senior professionals to address complex business challenges with confidence and impact. 

In this programme, you will engage with the key challenges reshaping business and society today, from strategy, strategic foresight and organisational transformation to innovation, entrepreneurship and technological disruption.  You will also explore critical issues related to sustainability and societal impact, including CSR, responsible consumption and net-positive business models, as well as emerging developments in behavioural marketing, customer experience and digital transformation.


Participants develop advanced methodological expertise across qualitative, quantitative and mixed-methods research, alongside the theoretical rigour required to generate original knowledge and make meaningful contributions to both academic research and professional practice.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Business and Management Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

Blended

The Executive PhD in Business Management combines rigorous academic research with real-world application, preparing senior professionals to address complex business challenges with confidence and impact. 

In this programme, you will engage with the key challenges reshaping business and society today, from strategy, strategic foresight and organisational transformation to innovation, entrepreneurship and technological disruption.  You will also explore critical issues related to sustainability and societal impact, including CSR, responsible consumption and net-positive business models, as well as emerging developments in behavioural marketing, customer experience and digital transformation.


Participants develop advanced methodological expertise across qualitative, quantitative and mixed-methods research, alongside the theoretical rigour required to generate original knowledge and make meaningful contributions to both academic research and professional practice.

Admission Requirements

110+
6.5+
92+
For the Executive PhD in Business Management the following admission requirements apply :

  • A Master’s Degree in a business or management related discipline, MBA, or equivalent qualifications or experience
  • Preferably five to ten years of professional experience
  • English proficiency test (TOEFL or IELTS) for non-native English speakers or equivalent qualifications or experience
  • Abbreviated Research Proposal with a special focus on industry impact

40 Months
Jan
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
28,000 EUR
International
28,000 EUR

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