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Doctoral Programs

The University of Potsdam offers various doctoral programs through its Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences.

Berlin School of Economics

The Berlin School of Economics offers a structured Ph.D. program in the fields of economics, accounting, finance, or management. The program consists of a qualification phase lasting approximately three semesters, followed by a dissertation phase of about three years. During the qualification phase, students receive methodological and research-oriented training through courses in economic theory, applied economics, business administration, econometrics, and economic policy. In the dissertation phase, students write their dissertation and have the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a professional research environment and establish contacts.

Research Training Group "Mittelstadt als Mitmachstadt" (Medium-Sized City as Participatory City)

The Research Training Group "Mittelstadt als Mitmachstadt" is an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary program developed and conducted by six professors from RWTH Aachen University, the University of Stuttgart, and the University of Potsdam for the Robert Bosch Stiftung. The program aims to investigate future issues and transformation concerns in eight selected medium-sized cities (20,000-50,000 inhabitants) to bring about change through new forms of city-making and participation.

Program Details

• The doctoral programs are designed to provide students with an excellent research and working environment.
• The programs offer a combination of methodological and research-oriented training, as well as the opportunity to apply knowledge in a professional research environment.
• The Research Training Group "Mittelstadt als Mitmachstadt" focuses on investigating future issues and transformation concerns in medium-sized cities.
• The Berlin School of Economics provides a structured Ph.D. program with a qualification phase and a dissertation phase.
• The programs are interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary in nature, allowing students to explore a wide range of research areas and topics.