Overview

About the programme

Many of today’s problems can only be apprehended from an interdisciplinary perspective: economic problems have cultural roots, cultural ones have economic causes. The exploration of multidisciplinary problems constitutes the central point of doctoral studies in Organization Studies and Cultural Theory.

For this purpose, the programme integrates the core subjects of the University of St. Gallen (HSG), organizational research and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS). It makes systematic use of theories from social and cultural science in order to interpret, explore and reflect on social and organizational issues.

The DOK imparts competencies that enable graduates to face the central social challenges of the present day in an effective manner and to develop attractive options for the future.

Programme Structure

Studies are divided into a coursework stage and a research stage:

The coursework stage consists of basic courses, specialisation courses and integration courses.
At the research stage, you will write your thesis and continue to pursue your education autonomously in cooperation with your supervisor, take part in congresses or even publish initial parts of your thesis.
Thesis-related colloquia are intended to advance your interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary competencies with the help of your own thesis project in discussion with your fellow students and with faculty members.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St. Gallen, Switzerland

Disciplines

Economics Area & Cultural Studies Management Studies View 10 other PhDs in Management Studies 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

You can apply for Ph.D. studies in Organisation Studies and Cultural Theory if you hold an equivalent Master's degree in economic sciences, social sciences or law from a recognised university, or in a discipline related to those taught at the HSG’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences.
A minimum average grade of 5.00 (not rounded) is required. This is equivalent to a minimum average grade of 2.00 (not rounded) in Germany and Austria.
Letter of recommendation from your prospective doctoral supervisor

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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

2158 CHF / year

≈ 2158 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1258 CHF / year

≈ 1258 CHF / year

Living costs

Sankt Gallen

Switzerland

1540 - 2130 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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