Program Overview

Program Overview

The EDFI Finance program is a doctoral program offered by the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL).

Program Structure

• The program is part of the Doctoral School, which offers various doctoral programs in different fields.
• The EDFI Finance program is specifically designed for students who wish to pursue a career in finance.

Program Details

• The program regulation is outlined in the EDFI Program regulation document.
• New PhD students can find information on the EDFI New PhD Students page.
• The program includes a course book and course information, which can be found on the EDFI Course book and EDFI Course information pages, respectively.
• Students are required to pass a candidacy exam, details of which can be found on the EDFI Candidacy exam page.
• The program also includes an annual report and an end of thesis evaluation, details of which can be found on the EDFI Annual report and EDFI End of thesis pages, respectively.

Research Areas

• The EDFI Finance program covers various research areas in finance, including but not limited to:
  • Financial markets
  • Corporate finance
  • Asset pricing
  • Risk management

Admission Criteria

• Admission to the EDFI Finance program is based on academic merit and research potential.
• Applicants must have a master's degree in a relevant field and a strong academic record.
• Language proficiency in English is also required.

Tuition Fees

• Information on tuition fees can be found on the EPFL website.

Schools and Colleges

• The EDFI Finance program is offered by the School of Computer and Communication Sciences (IC).
• Other schools and colleges at EPFL include:
  • School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC)
  • School of Basic Sciences (SB)
  • School of Engineering (STI)
  • School of Life Sciences (SV)
  • College of Management of Technology (CDM)
  • College of Humanities (CDH)