PhD inEconomic and Organizational Sociology

The PhD in Economic and Organizational Sociology, launched in 1991, aims to generate knowledge and produce research in this specific field of study.

The PhD in Economic and Organizational Sociology is a 3rd cycle programme, created in 1991 and hosted by SOCIUS-Research Center for Economic and Organizational Sociology, a research unit integrated into the CSG-Research in Social Sciences and Management consortium, which obtained the classification of "Very Good" in the last evaluation of the FCT - Foundation for Science and Technology (2019).

Research topics

Doctoral students will be able to carry out their research in the fields of economic sociology, organizational studies, sustainable development, science and technology studies, social finance studies, classical sociological theory, cultural economics, migration studies, gender studies, theory of value, among others. These domains include a variety of objects of study, such as public policies, corporate social responsibility, corporate governance, formal and informal markets, environmental sustainability, alternative economies and culture “do-it-yourself”, copyright, cultural industries, money and payment systems, professions and work or third sector organizations. Different methodological approaches are contemplated, from statistical analysis (descriptive and inferential), through experimental studies, participatory methodologies, ethnography and network analysis.

Recipients

This Program is aimed at anyone wishing to obtain a doctoral degree and perform highly qualified functions in the public sector, in the private sector and in the social economy sector, in the national or international context. Such functions include teaching and research, direction and management of organizations, consultancy, training, journalism, planning, elaboration of development projects, as well as design and evaluation of public policies, projects or programs.

Research Centers:

SOCIUS/CSG

Program Details

The Program intends to transmit and produce knowledge from research in the domains between economy, finance and organizations of contemporary society. It proposes looking at markets and organizations as variable, complex and sometimes contradictory realities, challenging doctoral students to new readings of neoclassical economics and questioning the limitations of focusing on the rationality of “homo economicus”. 

Operating System

Candidates must submit a brief research proposal at the time of application. Upon admission to the Program, a tutor will be assigned to monitor the thesis project during the 1st year of the program, which will be presented and discussed in the Research Seminars.

At the end of the 1st year, a consolidated version of the project will be evaluated by a panel composed of representatives from ISEG and other institutions, who may suggest changes or recommend that the doctoral student discontinue his/her studies. If the thesis project is accepted, it is registered and the name of the supervisor is confirmed.

The process of preparing, researching and writing the thesis lasts two academic years, in accordance with ISEG's General Regulations for Study Cycles Leading to a Doctoral Degree.

Professional Opportunities

This program is aimed at anyone wishing to obtain a doctoral degree and perform highly qualified functions in the public sector, in the private sector and in the social economy sector, in the national or international context. Such functions include teaching and research, direction and management of organizations, consultancy, training, journalism, planning, elaboration of development projects, as well as design and evaluation of public policies, projects or programs.

Syllabus

See the description of each Curricular Unit here.

Admissions and Fees

Admission and selection criteria

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in the scientific areas of Sociology, Economics, Management or other social sciences deemed appropriate by the Scientific Committee. Holders of a degree in one of the aforementioned scientific areas with a minimum classification of 16 out of 20 or, exceptionally, with a lower classification, may also apply, provided that the respective curriculum reveals scientific preparation or relevant professional experience. Other candidates who demonstrate the ability to monitor the program may also apply.

The selection is made by the Scientific Committee based on the following criteria:

Master and respective final classification;

Degree and respective final classification;

Relevant scientific and professional curriculum;

Brief research proposal, covering the theme, a brief theoretical framework and reference to the methodological approach. (Consult the template/template here)

tuition fees

The PhD program lasts for 3 years. For each additional year the amount to be settled is 1,000.00 euros.