Business Administration (PhD)

About the Program

What is the Business Administration PhD Program?
Our Business Administration doctorate program is designed to transfer modern management practices and theoretical approaches to students and to guide them toward scientific research that will contribute to the country’s management and available literature. The program is based on elective courses that allow students to concentrate on specific areas of business, such as investment analysis, portfolio management, retail marketing strategies, and advanced quantitative management techniques. A wide range of courses are also offered focusing specifically on management, leadership, and new organizational practices like networking.

Key Research Areas
Doctoral studies provide research on current topics regarding management science, management theories, statistics, economics, and research methods.

Business Administration PhD Program
The medium of instruction is English, and students’ progress by taking basic courses together. Before the thesis semester, students decide on their field of expertise in close cooperation with faculty supervisors. The conclusion of doctoral studies includes the preparation of a thesis proposal, completion of the research, and a thesis defense before an academic jury. Students are encouraged to submit papers to conferences and publish articles in prestigious journals. The program is also offered in German.

Education Opportunities

The core of the PhD journey is rigorous academic research. Students are expected to contribute original knowledge to the field through their thesis and are supported to publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at academic conferences.

PhD Curriculum

• Core Courses: Advanced Research Methods and Strategy in Theory and Practice.
• Specialization: Students select elective courses to concentrate on their chosen area of expertise.
• Thesis: The program culminates in the development of a thesis proposal, followed by original research and a formal defense.

Career Areas

While the primary purpose of the Ph.D. is to prepare students for academic life, the high complexity of modern business models has created great demand for staff with a Ph.D. in the field of business. This program enables graduates to pursue careers in academia and to take part in top management positions in business life. The education ensures graduates are close to continuous scientific work, allowing them to follow the latest developments and constantly renew their knowledge.

Academic and Executive Roles
Graduates typically find careers as university professors, researchers, or in high-level executive and consulting roles where deep analytical and research skills are required.