Overview

Immerse yourself in cutting-edge research with the Hamburg School of Business Administration (HSBA)'s Doctor of Philosophy program. Positioned within HSBA, this doctoral program is meticulously crafted for scholars aspiring to make significant contributions to the field of business administration. Experience a stimulating academic environment, where faculty mentorship and rigorous research converge to shape the business leaders of tomorrow. HSBA's dedication to excellence makes its Doctor of Philosophy program a distinguished choice for those seeking to push the boundaries of business knowledge.

Key Features

Research-Driven Curriculum
Industry-Relevant Focus
Collaborative Research Environment
Expert Faculty Guidance
Access to Corporate Networks
Professional Development Opportunities
Practical Application of Research

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Strategic Management
Marketing and Consumer Behavior
Financial Management
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Organizational Behavior and Leadership

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00

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More details

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Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamburg, Germany

Disciplines

Business Administration View 13 other PhDs in Business Administration in Germany

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Completed university studies with a focus on economics, 300 ECTS credit points and an average grade of 2.5 or better.
Diploma thesis/master's thesis as part of the master's or diploma degree programme
Good knowledge of English (level B2/C1, verified by IELTS, TOEFL IBT, Cambridge Certificate or Pearsons Test). Proof is not necessary for native speakers or persons who have participated in an English-language study programme for longer than 6 months.
Outline of the research project in an exposé.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

4800 EUR / year

≈ 4800 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

4800 EUR / year

≈ 4800 EUR / year

Living costs

Hamburg

Germany

897 - 1417 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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