Global Executive Ph.D.
Designed for an executive audience

Doctoral-level Qualification

ESCP Business School has developed a unique Global Executive Ph.D., bridging the gap between the academic and business worlds.

The world we are living in is facing profound evolution and relentless change. In this environment, we need visionary leaders who are capable of adapting, learning and inspiring others. Our programme enables senior executives and business leaders to act as reflective practitioners and to conduct valuable, doctoral-level research on a part-time basis over three to four years. You will benefit from the expertise of ESCP’s international world-class faculty.

Participants are expected to remain in employment and leverage their professional and personal experience throughout the programme.

Overview of ESCP Global Executive Ph.D.

6

Research Method Modules

Develop methodological and theoretical skills at a doctoral level

4

Advanced Specialisation Modules

Develop field-specific expertise

10

Modules delivered over 3 residential sessions

1st

Research Paper

Apply the skills you have acquired to a concrete industry-relevant problem. Participants who successfully complete this paper and all courses from year 1 will be awarded an Executive Masters in Management Research from ESCP Business School.

1

Ph.D. Dissertation

Complete a publishable-level research work in your chosen field of expertise. The dissertation can take the form of three publishable papers or a monograph.

Why choose ESCP's Global Executive Ph.D. programme?

A Unique Opportunity

The ESCP Global Executive Ph.D. represents a unique opportunity to enhance, validate, and leverage your professional expertise within a rigorous academic framework.

Stimulates your Intellectual Expertise

Whether your goal is to enhance your knowledge and expertise in a given operational area, enhance your industry practice with academic experience, or continue your lifelong appetite for learning, the ESCP Global Executive Ph.D. is for you. The programme will enable you to combine the most advanced academic research findings with the "hands-on" experience of experts and apply your conclusions to complex management paradigms.

Your Benefits


1Be exposed to top international faculty from ESCP Business School campuses as well as guest faculty from other leading schools.
2Have the possibility to step back and act as a reflective practitioner.
3Become a knowledge leader in your field. Raise and develop your research profile by being a part of our renowned research community.
4Develop the capacity to become a thought leader and to make meaningful contributions to real-world situations.
5Empower yourself to move to the next level of your career and your personal development.
6Join our influential global network of 80,000-strong ESCP graduates present in over 190 countries.

Company Benefits


1Benefit from advanced research findings that drive transformation within and beyond your business.
2Guide your organisation to success in today’s unpredictable world.

Key Facts of the Global Executive Ph.D.


  • 86 executive participants
  • 2020 inaugural cohort
  • 33 nationalities represented
  • 44 year old, on average
  • 16 average years of work experience
  • 12 average years of managerial experience
  • 30% C-level, owners, and partners

Satisfaction rating (2023)
3,7/4

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