PhD Management

Course overview
Our PhD in Management blends rigorous research training with expert supervision, enabling you to explore your interests in business management, strategy, and organizational behaviour. Collaborate with leading academics, engage in innovative research projects, and contribute to the global business landscape.

The programme supports research students in generating and interpreting new knowledge, culminating in their thesis. The taught component is designed to provide doctoral researchers with a comprehensive understanding of the wide range of techniques used in contemporary social science research.

Course highlights
Our PhD in Management offers a unique opportunity to expand and enrich your understanding of research methods. As you engage in your own research, you will also cultivate a range of transferable professional skills that will enhance your academic and career journey.

Interdisciplinary Focus - The programme encourages collaboration across various disciplines, enhancing research quality and applicability in real-world business contexts.
Research Excellence - Benefit from a strong emphasis on research excellence, backed by world-class faculty and cutting-edge facilities.
Tailored Learning Experience - Customise your research projects to align with personal interests and career goals, fostering a unique academic journey.
Career Development - The programme offers opportunities to develop transferable skills that are highly valued in both academic and professional settings.

Research themes
Our diverse research expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of management disciplines. Successful applicants will join one of the five departments that collectively contribute to the PhD in Management, each with unique research interests:

Business and Labour Economics We focus on labour markets, employment regulation, incentives, international trade, piracy, production, and global value chains.
Entrepreneurship & Local Economy Our research explores leadership, local and regional economic development, and entrepreneurship.
Organisation, Work and Employment We examine work and employment in public and private sectors, human resource management, and employment relations.
Procurement and Operations Management Research interests span organizational buying behaviour, supplier relationship management, public sector contracting, project management, small firm operations, and high-value engineering management.
Strategy and International Business Our department delves into corporate social responsibility, sustainability, internationalization, China, knowledge, innovation, resilience, and extreme events.

Career opportunities
Our PhD in Management equips doctoral researchers with the knowledge and skills to excel in a variety of career paths. Graduates may pursue roles in academia, government, businesses, supranational organizations, or the research divisions of prominent financial institutions. Our program provides a deep understanding of contemporary management and business challenges, empowering students to contribute meaningfully to ongoing societal debates. Furthermore, students will gain awareness and comprehension of relevant national and international institutions, ensuring a well-rounded and impactful educational experience.

The Business School's entry requirement is a good honours degree (first or upper second class honours) awarded by a recognised University in an appropriate subject, and a merit in a relevant Masters degree. We usually ask students for an average of 65 in the taught component of their Masters. All international students also need to show that they have adequate knowledge of written and spoken English.