About the doctoral programme

Inter-university interdisciplinary doctoral program

ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATIVENESS

The primary goal of the doctoral program ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATIVENESS is building the capacity for researching the phenomenon of entrepreneurship. Besides it, building educational capacity at all levels of education for entrepreneurship competences requires creating a critical mass of educators capable to work across campus, across curricula at different educational levels, from primary to tertiary, and the doctoral program is promoting such approach.

Our values:

  • Questioning everything, everyone
  • Be tolerant to different opinions, but challenge them
  • Learning from each other’s experience
  • Sharing (knowledge, contacts)
  • Developing a learning community (honest, open).

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Our doctoral programme in ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATIVENESS is designed to develop forward-thinking researchers and experts who can make a real impact in the field of entrepreneurship.

This program will prepare you not just to understand entrepreneurship, but to shape its future through rigorous research, critical insights, and innovative solutions.

Here’s what you’ll gain:

  • Deep Expertise in Entrepreneurship

You’ll develop a systematic understanding of the key drivers of entrepreneurial behavior and the broader economic and social contexts that shape it.

  • Advanced Research Skills

Master the use of theories, conceptual frameworks, and ethical principles to conduct and communicate high-quality research in entrepreneurship and innovation.

  • Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving

Learn to critically analyze and synthesize scientific literature, evaluate new ideas, and interpret research results with precision.

  • Research Design & Methodology

Become proficient in selecting and applying the right research methods and techniques to generate meaningful insights.

  • Leadership & Project Management

Gain the skills to lead research teams, secure funding, and manage projects in academic and professional settings.

  • Knowledge in Context

Learn how to connect scientific knowledge to real-world challenges, identifying relevant research problems with practical applications.

  • Communication & Impact

Develop the ability to effectively share research findings with both the scientific community and the general public, making your work accessible and influential.

  • Future-Ready Competencies

Enhance your adaptability to change, embrace continuous learning, and build leadership skills to drive innovation in various entrepreneurial settings.

More information about the programme can be seen in the broshure of the programme:

Broshure download (.pdf format, 1.3 MB)

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