Overview

An internationally recognized PhD faculty and the small class size guarantee that all students benefit from the attention and expertise of experienced, research-active scholars whose work has been published in leading generalist journal in the field of management.

Features

The PhD in Management at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) offers:

solid training in advanced research methods and deep theoretical thinking;
close interactions with internationally recognized faculty;
extensive network with leading institutions worldwide;
quality of the Swiss academic system;
international and dynamic environment: small scale, broad reach.

Programme Structure

Structure:

The program's primary focus is on independent inquiry, research methodology, and publication of research results. Students work closely with their PhD advisor, other faculty members, and fellow students.
In the first two years, students take a comprehensive set of doctoral courses taught by USI faculty members and invited lecturers who are recognized as leaders in their field of research. From the third year, students are expected to develop their dissertation.
Conferral of the title of PhD depends on successful completion of academic courses as well as on successful defense of an original PhD dissertation. PhD dissertations may focus on any of a wide range of management-related research topics.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Positions are advertised on USI website when available. Applications are considered only when a new position is open.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Management Studies View 11 other PhDs in Management Studies in Switzerland

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

The ideal candidate has demonstrated an outstanding academic performance, is genuinely passionate about research, and is highly perseverant. He or she is motivated to pursue an international academic career.

Tuition Fee

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International

8000 CHF/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4000 CHF per semester during 48 months.
National

8000 CHF/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4000 CHF per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Lugano

1516 - 2134 CHF /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Apart from a few exceptional cases, all doctoral students in the PhD program in management are employed as scientific assistants of one the faculty members of the institute of management and organization. Positions are fully funded for a maximum of 5 years and are advertised at https://www.usi.ch/en/job-opportunities-usi when available. Applications will be considered only when a new position is open.

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