What do others say about the PhD programme?


"The Department of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship provides a vibrant and supportive environment for doctoral candidates starting their academic career. The Department stands out through its strong commitment to growing ambitious scholars with an international mindset."

Roxana Turturea, Postdoc Researcher at Aalto University

"The Department of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship offers exciting opportunities for PhD students to collaborate with world-class scholars, be a part in the creation of the most up-to-date knowledge, and enjoy the open, friendly, and efficient work environment."

Ruxi Wang, Assistant Professor at Renmin University of China

"My PhD education at the Department of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship was an invaluable kick-start for my career as an academic researcher and educator. The programme trains aspiring researchers in the latest knowledge on management theories and methods and prepares one to pursue scholarship at the highest level."

Shiko Ben-Menahem, Senior Researcher and Lecturer at ETH Zürich

"The Department of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship enables PhD students to become critical thinkers and independent researchers. These are essential attributes for a successful career in academia."

Jorien Pruijssers, Assistant Professor at McGill University

"My favourite part of being here is definitely the international outlook. As a PhD candidate at the Department of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship, I have been encouraged and provided with an abundance of opportunities to discuss and exchange ideas with academics and practitioners throughout the world."

Wenjie Liu, PhD candidate

"If you love challenges and you have the flexibility to showcase your best work, the Department of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship is the place to be. Next to being embedded in best-of-class research support and a learning environment, you will find the world’s best colleagues to work with.”

S.M. Musa, PhD candidate