Overview

The Part-time PhD programme supports business leaders and professionals in conducting original scientific research on a business or management subject of their own choice, for instance related to their own practice.

During the 4-year rigorous training trajectory, participants acquire the theoretical knowledge and methodological skills needed to conduct independent research, and to develop academic papers, which will together form the body of their PhD dissertation.

What does this PhD programme encompass?

The Part-time PhD in Business programme at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam supports participants in:

Learning to conduct high-quality research
Publishing research in international, peer-reviewed scientific journals
Leveraging practical knowledge and expertise for the creation of innovative, evidence-based business concepts
Leveraging existing research findings into new integrated knowledge
Becoming a valuable member of - and a contributor to - a vibrant academic community

Programme Structure

Research topics include:

Boards / board dynamics
Business processes
Careers and/or career guidance
Coaching
Consultancy
Diversity and inclusion
Entrepreneurship
Human Resource Management
Innovation and knowledge management
Leadership
Marketing
Organisational behaviour
Organisational change
Organisational theory
Strategy / Strategic management
Teams / team dynamics

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disciplines

Business Administration View 6 other PhDs in Business Administration in Netherlands

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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

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92

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A description of your research topic, including 1) problem statement (what is the issue?); 2) a research question; 3) the theoretical perspective, and 4) a potential research methodology and research design (maximum 2000 words)
An updated CV with complete contact details
Copies of academic degree + transcripts (certified): an MSc degree or equivalent is required
A copy of a valid passport (and if applicable a valid Schengen zone visa). Since this is a part-time, module-based programme, we are not able to organise a Dutch study / residence visa for non-EU participants.
A copy of the English language certification, attesting you excellent command of written and spoken English, certified by an official English language test IELTS or TOEFL, or a diploma from an English taught programme

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

6750 EUR / year

≈ 6750 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

6750 EUR / year

≈ 6750 EUR / year

Additional Details

Tuition fees: between € 27.000 and € 34.500, based on a 4-year trajectory

Living costs

Amsterdam

Netherlands

1000 - 1500 EUR / month

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