Executive PhD

The part-time Executive Ph.D. program in Private Sector Development for Emerging Economies allows working professionals and researchers with full-time or part-time jobs to combine their careers with obtaining a Ph.D. The program provides advanced training in the theory and skills crucial to private sector development, design, and research.

As the highest academic qualification, obtaining a Ph.D. will improve your career prospects both in academia and in business. In addition, you will make an original contribution to your field of interest that will add to previous research.

During the program, you will benefit from the extensive knowledge and expertise of the key lecturers and supervisors in the program, who are leading scholars in the fields of the research themes.

By joining the program, you will become part of the stimulating and challenging research community of Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE) and Maastricht School of Management (MSM).

Reasons to follow this programme

• Advance the current state-of-the-art and produce new knowledge
• Combine your current career with obtaining a Ph.D.
• Improve your career prospects
• Receive coaching from leading scholars

Do you want to be part of a diverse network? Join the MSM experience!

Maastricht School of Management (MSM) is part of Maastricht University School of Business and Economics (SBE). SBE belongs to a select group of 1% of educational institutes worldwide with a Triple Crown accreditation by the international accrediting bodies AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA.

MSM offers MBA, Master in Management and Executive PhD degree programmes, and many shorter professional and executive courses.

With a successful track record of 70 years in global management education, MSM has built a large network of students, alumni and partners across the globe.

Studying in one of MSM’s management programmes means you will share your study experience with fellow participants from many countries, professional backgrounds and areas of interest. Being part of such a diverse community offers you the opportunity to significantly expand your international network and to learn from your fellow participants by exchanging knowledge and experience.

Throughout your study experience, you benefit from MSM’s personal approach and high service level. Our dedicated faculty and staff are highly committed to contribute to your academic, professional and personal success.

MSM alumni occupy top positions in business, government and academia.

Through its Expert Centre on Emerging Economies (ECEE), MSM provides capacity strengthening for a multitude of different clients worldwide. MSM also offers global custom programmes, fully tailored to the needs of the client organisation.