Overview

Program aims

The Business Analytics program at the University of Lausanne aims to attract the best doctoral students and guide them to become competent independent researchers. Successful applicants must hold a MSc degree with a strong quantitative component, e.g., Business Analytics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or Operational Research.

While the PhD in Business Analytics opens the way for an academic career, it also offers very diverse employment opportunities in consulting and large corporations.

Undertaking doctoral studies requires a strong personal commitment for three to five years. During a first phase, our doctoral candidates acquire the necessary research skills and domain-specific knowledge through a tailor-made course program.

They also perform a literature review and defend their thesis proposal. The second phase is dedicated to writing research papers, culminating in the defence of the doctoral thesis.

Programme Structure

The program consists of two stages.

During the first stage, students acquire methodological skills and area specific knowledge, and lay the foundation of their dissertation research.

Activities include course work, writing and presenting a literature review, and writing and defending a thesis proposal.

The second stage is devoted to writing and defending the thesis.

Throughout the program students participate in the PhD seminars.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Applications are welcome throughout the year but applicants must secure the agreement of a supervisor prior to submitting their application file..

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lausanne, Switzerland

Disciplines

Business Administration Business Intelligence View 3 other PhDs in Business Intelligence in Switzerland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

An MSc degree with a strong quantitative component is necessary at the time of enrolment. Eligible fields include Business Analytics, Engineering. Mathematics, Statistics and Operational Research.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

560 CHF / year

≈ 560 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

560 CHF / year

≈ 560 CHF / year

Living costs

Lausanne

Switzerland

1609 - 1979 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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