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    INSEAD

    PhD in Management

    Fontainebleau, France5 yearsTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • No application fee

    About PhD in Management

    INSEAD's PhD in Management is a five-year, full-time doctoral programme run seamlessly across the school's campuses in France and Singapore, preparing graduates for academic careers as researchers and professors. The interdisciplinary programme offers eight research specialisations, including Finance, Marketing, Decision Sciences and Entrepreneurship. The first two years focus on fundamental and advanced coursework across disciplines before students move into independent dissertation research. Applicants need a master's degree or equivalent and a GMAT or GRE score. Non-native English speakers must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores. The programme has one intake per year, starting in late August/early September. Graduates typically move into roles such as Assistant Professor, Academic Researcher, Business School Faculty, drawing on INSEAD's global alumni network across its three campuses in France, Singapore and Abu Dhabi.

    About INSEAD

    INSEAD, founded in 1957 and based in Fontainebleau with campuses and hubs across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North America, is a compact and intense graduate business school that delivers a truly global management education. Programs include the MBA, Executive MBA, Master in Finance, PhD and extensive executive education offerings, structured to develop leaders who can operate across markets, cultures and industries.

    With around 1,500 students and a focused cohort model, INSEAD emphasizes diversity, collaborative learning and a strong practical orientation. The school lists 22 distinct programs and maintains an active international student presence, providing daily cross-cultural interaction and networking. Faculty combine rigorous scholarship with applied industry insight, while small class sizes and team-based projects ensure personalized mentorship and rapid professional growth.

    Prospective international students should expect a fast-paced curriculum, extensive teamwork and a career services operation tuned to global employers and entrepreneurship. Alumni engagement and company partnerships support placement and venture creation, and campus resources help with relocation and acclimatization. For students seeking an immersive, internationally mobile business education, INSEAD offers concentrated study, diverse peer networks and pathways into leadership roles worldwide.

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    English Test Requirement

    TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for applicants who are not native English speakers.

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