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PhD in Project Management and Organizational Strategy (PhD by Research)

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Advance the boundaries of professional practice and contribute to academic discourse with our prestigious PhD in Project Management and Organizational Strategy (PhD by Research). This program is meticulously designed for accomplished managers, strategists, and consultants seeking to foster innovation and lead organizational transformation through rigorous inquiry.

This is a 100% research-based program, tailored for individuals who are self-driven and capable of conducting independent, high-level scholarly investigation to solve complex organizational challenges and influence future strategic directions.


Academic Standing and Framework

Our program aligns with the highest international standards of academic excellence:

  • Study Level (Level 8): This degree is positioned at Level 8, representing the highest tier within both the ISCED and EQF frameworks.

    • ISCED (International Standard Classification of Education): Developed by UNESCO, this is the international standard framework used to classify and compare education systems and degrees globally. Level 8 refers to doctoral level education.

    • EQF (European Qualifications Framework): This acts as a translation device that makes national qualifications more readable across Europe, promoting mobility. Level 8 denotes learning outcomes at the most advanced frontier of knowledge and skill.

  • Third European Cycle: This qualification constitutes the definitive third cycle of higher education, as recognized within the European Higher Education Area (Bologna Process).

  • ECTS Equivalency: While doctoral degrees traditionally do not utilize numerical European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) point allocations, the workload, complexity, and learning outcomes of this program are fully equivalent to 180 ECTS, representing a substantial and rigorous commitment to scientific research.


Program Structure

Designed to cultivate mastery in research methodologies and strategic analysis, the program comprises:

  • Six Research-Related Modules with Assignments: These foundational modules are designed to sharpen critical analysis and empower you with advanced research tools. Assessments are conducting through academically rigorous assignments that apply theory directly to research design.

  • Final Thesis and Research Activities: The focal point of the program is the development of an original, substantial research thesis that makes a significant contribution to knowledge in the fields of Project Management or Organizational Strategy. Students engage in ongoing scholarly activities, including publication and conference participation.


Duration and Flexibility

To accommodate the professional commitments of our candidates, the program offers a duration of +2 years. While there is a designated minimum duration to ensure academic rigor, candidates benefit from the flexibility to extend the study program to align with the scope of their unique research project, professional responsibilities, and individual pace of progress.

Join a community of scholars dedicated to reshaping organizational strategy and project leadership through impactful, world-class research.



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This program is also offered fully online.

We would like to highlight that 89% of students complete the program within the expected timeframe.

Language of Instruction: English

All our online executive postgraduate programs (Master’s and Doctorate levels) are fully research-based, allowing students to complete their studies through guided research.

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