Ph.D. in Management

The PhD in Management at the University of Évora is one of the oldest PhD programs in this scientific area in Portugal. The program is intended for those who want to pursue an academic career or do research either in public or private institutions, or those who want to pursue top management careers. The program provides solid training in the various fields of management and aims to deepen knowledge and develop research skills in management. The curricular part of the program trains students in the use of research methods and essential analytical methods in management and exposes students to the main management theories while allowing students to specialize in specific areas of management. During the thesis period, students develop their research activity, have to participate in seminars and conferences and have to publish articles. In summary, the PhD in Management aims to train PhD students so that they are able to understand management problems and contribute to the scientific knowledge in this field.

Organic Unit: Institute of Research and Advanced Training

Duration:8 Semesters/240 ECTS credits (36 required and 24 optional in curricular units)

Language: Portuguese, English

Regime: Day and night classes

Unique selling points:

The University of Évora is a transdisciplinary university that is constantly updating its courses, offers optimal conditions for studying and conducting research, and courses in all knowledge areas: Fine Arts, Social Sciences, Science and Technology, Health and Human Development, and also Nursing. At UÉ is promoted a unique teaching-learning dynamic that results from the fusion of theoretical and practical knowledge, motivating all student body and academic staff to explore their skills, and putting to their disposal the necessary infrastructure to foster scientific research and innovation.

The University of Évora is the second oldest in the country, founded in 1559, and has a vast list of graduate, master, and doctoral courses. We are located in south Portugal, near Lisbon, the capital of the country, but also very close to Algarve where you can enjoy amazing beaches. The University of Évora does not have a university campus per se. The city of Évora is your campus, all the buildings where you will have classes are scattered from the center to the outskirts of the city. Being part of the University of Évora is to belong to a family with a strong academic spirit and a firm connection to the enhancement of the resources that the region offers.

Are students allowed to work while studying?

There is no barrier to students being able to combine their academic path with a job. In fact, the University of Évora has its own special regime for working students.