PhD Programme in Management – University of Rome "Tor Vergata"

The PhD Programme in Management is a 3-year international and intersectoral doctoral programme, which aims to prepare students to conduct high-profile research in the field of management, both in academia and in public and private organizations. As a third-level university course, the Programme is part of the Doctoral School at the University of Rome “Tor Vergata” and is administratively based within the School of Economics, Department of Management and Law.

The Programme’s structure is composed of three tracks: Banking & Finance, Business Management & Accounting, and Public Management & Governance. Each track is coordinated independently and offers specific research activities, lectures, and seminars aligned with its thematic focus. In the first year, all tracks converge into a shared Research Methodology course, designed to build a solid foundation in research design and methods from the very beginning of the doctoral journey.

Throughout the three years, students’ academic progress is closely monitored via regular activity reports, attendance checks, and evaluations of annual assignments. Participation in national and international conferences, as well as submission of research papers to academic journals, is strongly encouraged.

The PhD Faculty is composed of internationally recognized scholars with publications in top-tier journals in management and related fields. Faculty members maintain strong scientific collaborations with universities, academic networks, and professional associations worldwide.

The School of Economics at the University of Rome “Tor Vergata” is actively engaged in the ERASMUS Plus programme, enabling international mobility for doctoral students and faculty. Many PhD students in Management have successfully obtained the Doctor Europaeus title in recent years.

Mission and Vision

The mission of the PhD Programme in Management at the University of Rome “Tor Vergata” is to train researchers and professionals capable of integrating knowledge in management, accounting, finance, and public governance within a multidisciplinary and international framework. By adopting rigorous research methodologies, the programme equips students with analytical and practical skills to interpret complex phenomena and drive innovation and change in both public and private organizations. Through applied research and active collaboration with companies, financial institutions, and public administrations, doctoral students apply their knowledge in real-world contexts, contributing to the creation of innovative and sustainable solutions.

Our vision is to build a national and international ecosystem of PhD students, faculty, businesses, and institutions, dedicated to generating, sharing, and applying advanced business knowledge across the private, public, and non-profit sectors, thereby promoting innovation and sustainable development.