ABOUT FEP PRESTIGE FEP IS PART OF THE BEST PORTUGUESE UNIVERSITY, ACCORDING TO THE MAIN INTERNATIONAL RANKINGS. Research

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2 WELCOME TO FEP As the Dean of the School of Economics and Management, University of Porto, I am delighted to recommend the PhD in Business and Management Studies. I congratulate you for deciding to apply for a place on the FEP, UPorto advanced education Programme. You are about to embark on a new cycle of study that is characterised by a series of major challenges and demands, at a School that is well-known for its rigour and scientific quality. During the next three years, you will have the opportunity to be a member of a high-class team, which includes the most highly qualified academic staff in Portugal and a carefully selected and well-grounded group of students. You will also be able to rely on the support of the various FEP services, which include the Career Services and the Skills Academy, in order to achieve your desired academic and professional success. FEP s close relations with the business world will enable you to join the employment market swiftly and to forge a successful professional career, as so many other FEP graduates have done, both in Portugal and abroad. This School places a particular emphasis on extracurricular activities and you will have the opportunity to be actively involved in different groups and initiatives and to complement your personal skills. You can also decide to opt for an international experience and share the experiences of the more than 200 foreign students, who have chosen to continue their studies at FEP. FEP s employability indicators are proof of the quality of the education we provide. FEP s prestige is created by all members of the FEP team. So, if you join us at FEP, we will be very proud to receive you contribution too. Welcome to FEP! ABOUT FEP PRESTIGE FEP IS PART OF THE BEST PORTUGUESE UNIVERSITY, ACCORDING TO THE MAIN INTERNATIONAL RANKINGS. ACCESS TO HIGHER EDUCATION, IN THE AREAS OF ECONOMICS AND MANAGEMENT: FEP IS AMONG THE TOP PORTUGUESE SCHOOLS OF MANAGEMENT AND ECONOMICS IN TERMS OF THE AVERAGE MARKS REQUIRED ON ENTRY. FULL-TIME PROFESSORS (90% WITH A PhD) OBTAINED IN UNIVERSITIES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. ALUMNI PLACED IN THE BEST COMPANIES AND INSTITUTIONS OF THE COUNTRY AND ABROAD, IN VARIOUS BUSINESS SECTORS: BANKING, INDUSTRY, RETAIL, DISTRIBUTION AND AUDIT AND CONSULTING FIRMS. Research >> 2 research centres classified with Very Good by FCT (the main portuguese Science Foundation): CEF.UP and LIAAD >> 1 Research Unit in public finances and monetary policy: NIFIP >> 1 Economy and Fraud Management Observatory: OBEGEF Internationalization >> Around 200 students studying at FEP, from 39 different countries. >> Mobility programmes with universities in Europe, America and Asia. >> International seminars with renowned speakers. Employability >> Every day, more than 3 companies look for recruitment candidates on FEP s employment portal. >> 2300 companies are in permanent contact with the schools for recruitment purposes João F. Proença Dean and Chairman of the Scientific Council of the School of Economics and Management, University of Porto

3 CARLOS CABRAL CARDOSO PROGRAMME DIRECTOR The School of Economics and Management, University of Porto, is a leading school in the fields of economics and management in Portugal with a long experience in teaching and research in these fields. By enrolling in the Doctoral Programme, students benefit from the expertise and experience of this most distinguished research community. The Doctoral Programme in Business and Management Studies started in 2006/2007. It is considered a success story, given the number of applicants, theses completed, and publications (journal papers and conference papers) based on research conducted during the programme. The Business and Management Studies Doctoral Programme includes a one-year course work with a concentration in one of the five fields of study: Management Accounting and Control; Finance; Marketing and Strategy; Operations and Logistics; and Organisation and Human Resources. After completing the course work, students have to prepare and present to a panel review of experienced faculty in the field a thesis proposal that sets out the research they intend to undertake in subsequent years. Direction Carlos Cabral Cardoso, PhD Scientific board >> Carlos Cabral Cardoso, PhD (President) >> Dalila Fontes, PhD >> Elísio Brandão, PhD >> João F. Proença, PhD >> João Ribeiro, PhD Objectives >> The main objectives of the Business and Management Studies Doctoral Programme are: > Examine and integrate concepts and theoretical frameworks in management and related fields, and get a general view of the state-of the- art knowledge in their field of studies; > Develop research skills that enable students to carry out original and rigorous research, formulate significant research questions, design empirical research, and analyze and interpret data. > Encourage the participation of students in international research networks and the publication of their research in international academic journals. Target group >> The Programme aims to promote the training of researchers in the area of Business and Management Studies. Applicants who wish to enrol in this programme must be highly motivated: > To become a full member of the international research community of management scholars; > To participate in international conferences; > To submit the research for publication in international academic journals. Candidates are expected to have earned a master s degree from an accredited institution in business and management studies or other closely related field. Candidates who have not previously completed a master s degree in economics, business or management may be required to attend specific training sessions prior to taking the remaining courses in their degree plan. Satisfying minimal standards does not guarantee admission. Admission decisions are based on a number of factors such as the academic degrees and records, the statement of purpose (motivation letter), and relevant work experience. In the statement of purpose, candidates should describe their research interests and aspirations, and motivation to pursue a doctorate degree. PhD IN BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES Entry into the highest academic degree is not an action to be taken lightly. The pursuit of the doctorate requires a considerable personal sacrifice and time available on the part of the aspirant.

4 The Business and Management Studies Doctoral Programme of the School of Economics and Management, University of Porto is a very stimulating and well organised study programme that has particular features that render it truly magnificent. The course work component is very useful and interesting and affords contact with leading Portuguese and foreign researchers. Marisa Roriz Ferreira AREA OF SPECIALIZATION 1 st SEMESTER Compulsory subjects for all areas Research Methods (optional courses:choose one) 2nd SEMESTER Specialization courses (choose three) MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING AND CONTROL FINANCE MARKETING AND STRATEGY OPERATIONS AND LOGISTICS - Management Thought Industrial and Organizational Economics Research Methodologies Data Analysis - Qualitative Research and Case Studies Econometric Methods Data Mining Advanced Quantitative Models - Accounting and Financial Reporting - Management Accounting and Control - Non-Financial Reporting - Corporate Finance I - Corporate Finance II - Financial Markets I - Financial Markets II Strategic Management B2B Marketing Services Marketing International Marketing Relationship Marketing Consumer Psychology - Topics in Entrepreneurship and Innovation - Operations Management - Decision Analysis - Warehouse and Inventory Management - Distribution Logistics - Optimization - Stochastic Processes ORGANIZATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES - Advanced Topics in Human Resources Management - Advanced Topics in Organisational Behaviour - Organization and Change - Leadership and Power - Management and Society - International and Intercultural Management PROGRAMME Compulsory courses - Research Seminars Research Proposal 3 rd SEMESTER TO 6 th SEMESTER Compulsory research work - Thesis The new PhD curricular structure is dependent on A3ES national accreditation. Theses completed in 2012 >> Ensaios sobre Relações entre Manipulação dos Resultados Contabilísticos e o Financiamento das Empresas. Jorge Manuel Afonso Alves (supervisor: José Cardoso Moreira), >> Essays on Wine Marketing: the Role of Product Attributes, Market Orientation and Business Relationships. Paulo Fonseca de Matos Graça Silva Ramos (supervisors: Francisco Vitorino Martins and Hortênsia Barandas), >> Motivações e Gestão do Voluntariado no Setor Hospitalar em Portugal. Marisa José Roriz Leiras Ferreira (supervisors: João F. Proença and Teresa Proença), >> New Public Management, managerialismo e ensino superior: uma análise das transformações. Dalva Magro (supervisor: Manuel António Fernandes da Graça), >> Outsourcing no Sector Hospitalar: Análise à Luz de Diversas Perspetivas. Susana Maria Sampaio Pacheco Pereira de Oliveira (supervisor: Nuno Tiago Bandeira de Sousa Pereira), >> Preços no Mercado de Habitação, Risco e Rendibilidade Bancária: Estudo do Mercado Europeu. António Miguel Valente Martins (supervisors: Ana Paula Serra and Francisco Vitorino Martins), 2012.

5 As a doctoral student, the exposure I received from pursuing the marketing specialization offered by FEP has served to broaden my horizons. The courses were designed with a high degree of flexibility and catered to my specialized area of academic interest. The opportunity to work alongside firstrate professors is unparalleled and the respect shown by them served to empower and encourage my personal development. This experience has been filled with life changing and career building opportunities. RECOGNITION Meena Rambocas Scholarships >> The Coordination Committee encourages and supports students who wish to apply for scholarships or other financial support. The main institution responsible for awarding scholarships in Portugal is the Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT): Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia: Serviço de Formação dos Recursos Humanos Avenida D. Carlos I, 126, Lisboa Tel: (351) /1 Fax: (351) bolsas@fct.mces.pt >> Under the students international mobility protocols established between the University of Porto and several European universities, our doctorate students may apply for scholarship support in order to attend one semester abroad. >> Students applying for scholarships should seek advice from the Scientific Board on how to fill in the application form. >> CORPORATE PARTNERS >> PRINCIPAL PARTNERS >> OTHER PARTNERS (Curricular and summer traineeships and international traineeships, provision of support for dissertations, recruitment and other work)

6 I am a first year doctoral candidate (Erasmus Mundus Scholarship) in Business and Management Studies. I have selected Human Resources and Management as an area of specialization. My research interest includes Social Enterprise, Entrepreneurship, Organisational Theory, Leadership, and Innovation. I choose School of Economics and Management, University of Porto, a prestigious university, to enhance and give my career an international exposer. First year of doctoral programme in business and management at FEP is inbuilt with comprehensive course works and I believe these painstaking works are essential in order to develop perfect research skills and also to contribute to the knowledge in theory and practice. I really appreciate teachers here for their friendly environment and their effort to provide expertise knowledge. Raju Ranjan Kumar Paswan MASTERS ProgrammeS Pre-experience masters (MSc) Economics Finance (taught in English) Management (taught in English) The Pre-Experience Masters (Economics, Management and Finance) are intended mainly to graduates up with little or no work experience. Specialized masters (MSc) Accounting and management control Data analysis and decision support systems Economics and management of innovation Economics and management of organizations APPLICATIONS The deadline for applications is march 25 to april 12, Applications must be submitted online ( accompanied by the following documents: >> Copy of ID Card or Passport; >> Curriculum vitae; >> Statement of purpose (motivation letter in English); >> Academic qualifications certificates (including subject certificates); >> Two letters of recommendation (optional). TUITION FEES >> Full time student: 3000 euros/year (subject to the approval of the University of Porto). >> Part time student: 75% of the programme fee, to be set by the University of Porto. A part time student is deemed to be a student that signs up for no more than 37,5 ECTS credits, each year. Environment economics and management Finance and taxation Healthcare economics and management Human resources management International business Marketing Sales management Services management PhDs Business and Management Studies (taught in English) Economics (taught in English) General information about FEP s degrees, admissions and events can be obtained online:

7 WHY STUDY IN PORTO? HISTORY AND TOURISM THE CITY S NATURAL BEAUTY, BETWEEN THE SEA AND THE RIVER, ITS NIGHTLIFE AND THE DIVERSITY OF THE EXPERIENCES IT OFFERS, COMBINED WITH COMPETITIVE PRICING FOR TOURISTS, RESULTED IN PORTO BEING ELECTED THE BEST EUROPEAN DESTINATION IN IT IS A CITY FAMOUS FOR ITS PORT WINE, BRIDGES AND ANCIENT CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE, ITS HISTORICAL CENTRE, CLASSIFIED AS WORLD HERITAGE BY UNESCO, AND FOR ITS FOOTBALL CLUB, FC PORTO. THE UNIVERSITY OF PORTO IS ALSO A KEY ASPECT OF THE CITY. THE METROPOLITAN AREA HAS ABOUT 1 MILLION INHABITANTS. PORTO IS THE COUNTRY S SECOND LARGEST CITY. Architecture A city of great beauty with an impressive balance between history and modernity. The Casa da Música, designed by Rem Koolhaas is perhaps the city s best example of modern architecture. 10 REASONS for studying in UPorto, Portugal: 1. Quality education 2. High value for money offer 3. Affordable costs of living 4. A Genuine European Experience 5. A Great Lifestyle 6. The Way to Learn Portuguese 7. Hospitality and a Great Climate 8. Sports and Culture 9. Breathtaking Landscapes 10. Old and New World Charm DISCOVER PORTO Vibrant international environment More than 3000 students from 89 countries seeking various levels of higher education, from graduate to post-doctoral degree, choose to study in University of Porto under the erasmus programme and other international mobility projects. There is a vibrant international environment in the city. Animation, Entertainment and glamour The city s movida was mentioned in the New York Times, which highlighted the new cultural, touristic and leisure opportunities available. Additionally Portuguese is the third most widely-spoken European language, covering 3.5% of the global population and spread in every continent, from America (Brazil) to Asia (Macau, East Timor) and Africa (Angola, Mozambique). It is a language spoken in 4 continents and the 6th most spoken language in the world. University of Porto offers affordable language programmes for foreign students. Useful informations Temperature: mild climate. Around 14º in winter and 25º in summer. Welcome & accomodation Limited availability in halls of residence but a huge private offer in terms of students accomodation FEP nominates for each international student a Tutor who will help with the internal procedures. On campus we have all sorts of relevant facilities: banks, supermarket, university hospital, shopping mall, sports facilities, public transportation (bus, metro).

8 INFORMATION AND CONTACTS Further information can be obtained from the Masters and Doctorates Section, which has an experienced team that is committed to the proper functioning of the programme and is available to provide personalised assistance to each participant. School of Economics and Management, University of Porto Rua Dr. Roberto Frias, Porto Phone Fax