FAQ

Is there an age limit to join the PhD program?
There is no age limit to join the program but during the selection the age of the candidate helps determine the future employability of the doctoral student.

Why choose the PhD program at HEC?
The rigorous selection process and the small number of students recruited annually offers them an exclusive supervision by a renowned faculty. HEC’s faculty is actively involved in all facets of research. This insures that teaching is based on the latest findings in management science.

Can students keep a professional activity whilst following the doctoral program?
No, the doctorate is expected to devote all of his time and energy to the completion of his research project. This explains the various financial aids put together to help the students.

What is the purpose of the specialization year?
Students receive in-depth methodological training and acquire advanced knowledge in one of the six areas of specialization. They will defend their primary thesis proposal at the end of the year which will determine it’s feasibility and originality. The proposal ensures that students are actually able to carry out the research project. tytyty

When can we go on exchange?
Exchanges mainly take place during the third year of the program.

What is the purpose of the exams? What is the minimum required grade?
There is no minimum required grade. Nevertheless, these international exams help compare candidates and their performances. TOEIC, TOEFL or IELTS help evaluate the student’s analytical capacity and his language proficiency. The majority of prestigious scientific journals are in English, which explains the need to master that language. The GMAT, TAGE-MAGE or GRE helps evaluate the analytical capacities relative to management.

What are the employment opportunities?
The PhD degree opens doors in business and engineering schools, foreign universities as well as institutions in France.