Ph.D Program

Vision
Target
Location
Advantages

To be Africa’s leading PhD program developing impactful, innovative, and rigorous state-of- the-art research.

Research-minded graduates with a completed Master’s degree or equivalent and a strong academic background who wish to pursue research in an African context. Faculty and researchers from African universities, who do not have a PhD degree yet are also encouraged to apply.

UM6P Rabat, Morocco

Researchers and executives will acquire research skills, develop critical thinking, their analytical abilities and problem-solving skills that empower them to take realistic decisions and provide expert advice to industry and society in the relevant field.

  • Access to world-class research and training : Our PhD students will benefit from access to cutting-edge research, training, and expertise.
  • Global competitiveness: Our PhD students will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to be competitive in a global job market.
  • Professional development and networking opportunities: Our PhD students will have the opportunity to develop their professional networks by engaging with peers from around the world:
    • International network of world-class  partner business schools.
    • PhD co-supervision by leading international scholars available for the best candidates.
    • International conference participation is integral part of the program.
    • Supplementary PhD research training at a top-rated international  partner business school for the best candidates.

Checklist

Application system open on April 1st.

Essential

bullet  Detailed CV (which includes information on your prior research activities and training, if applicable).

bullet  Letter of motivation
Explain why you intend to enrol in ABS PhD program, what are your future plans after graduation with a PhD, and why you think you are well qualified for a PhD candidature, among other aspects; state whether you would enrol in our PhD as a part-time or a full-time student if you were selected.

bullet  Research proposal.

bullet  Softcopies of your Master thesis or equivalent (please also submit your thesis if written in a language other than English or French);

bullet  Academic transcripts (Masters and Bachelors)

bullet  Please inform us whether the program/university that awarded your master’s degree is accredited.

Desired

bullet  List and soft copies of publications and conference papers and / or your best 1-2 unpublished working papers.

bullet  TOEFL test results or equivalent.

bullet  GMAT/GRE test results (not required, but useful to support your application);

bullet  Two letters of academic reference (referees needs to be permanent faculty members);

bullet  Any additional information you think can support your application (e.g., awards, domestic ranking in university selection tests, etc.).

Admission process

The admission process for ABS PhD program typically includes the following steps.

1

Online application

Student must submit online application wich includes academic transcripts, statement of purpose, research proposal, relevant exam scores, and a detailed CV.

2

Evidence of proficiency in English

Provide your TOEFL test scores or pass our UM6P English test.

3

Online test

Qualified students will take an online cognitive ability test focusing an critical thinking, problem solving, textual comprehension, and intermediate mathematical, among others.

4

Research assignement

Application who passed the online test will submit a research assignment

5

Interview

Short-listed student will be invited to an online interview with ABS and external faculty memebers.

6

Admission decision and dispatching of offer letters

7

Enrollment

Upon acceptance, students must submit the necessary documents and enroll in the program to begin their studies.

IN 2023 WE RECRUIT PHD CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING RESEARCH Topics

Emmanuel Josserand

bullet  Innovation.

bullet  Durabilité sociale et environnementale.

bullet  Identité.

Helena Williams

bullet  Gastro-tourism as an Economic Driver, primarily in Developing Parts of the World.

bullet  Sustainable Destination Development.

bullet  Tourism’s Impact on Local Communities and on Community Development.

bullet Stakeholders and Networks within Tourism, particularly within Local Food & Beverage Supply Chains.

Tarik AOUAM

bullet  Two-echelon inventory routing: Formulation and solution procedures (in cooperation with Ghent University, Belgium).

bullet  Supply chain optimization with financial considerations (in cooperation with Ghent University, Belgium).

bullet Integrated production planning and energy management: Analysis, formulation, and solution procedures (in cooperation with Ecole de Mines, France).

Dirk BOEHE

bullet Performance of business models with environmental and social sustainable at the core.

bullet  The evolution of corporate social responsibility over time.

bullet Strategic management and educational technologies.

Juliana SUBTIL
Sustainability transitions

bullet  Patterns and dynamics of structural societal change towards carbon neutrality.

bullet  Decarbonization strategies.

bullet  Implications of the twin transition with digitalization.

bullet  Multi-sector dynamics.

bullet  Technological, corporate and sector multi-criteria assessment.

Mohammed KHARBACH

bullet  Energy, environmental and resources economics (markets/competition, regulation/pricing, scenarios/energy mix-security/policies..).

bullet  Transition in power, gas, and transportation industries.

Noureddine KOUAISSAH
Associate Professor in Finance

bullet  Portfolio selection problems.

bullet  Multi-criteria decision-making.

bullet  Risk management and uncertainty modeling.

bullet Sustainability, renewable energy.

Leonardo LIBERMAN

bullet  International human resources management and organizational behavior.

bullet  Cross-cultural and intercultural management.

bullet  Management in multinational enterprises.

Nizar EL HACHEMI

bullet  Optimal restart policy for the two-machine one buffer system.

bullet  Integrating vessel routing and port logistic operation.

David YOON
Associate Professor in Finance

bullet  International Business Strategy: Cross-border IPO, M&A, and venture capital investment.

bullet  Technological Innovation: Sustainability transitions, scientific collaboration, and star Scientists.

Domique Jacquet

bullet  Applied corporate finance research, including capital budgeting, financial structure,
dividend and buyback policies.

bullet  Financing innovation and research and development (R&D).

bullet Management in multinational enterprises.

Brent Strickland

bullet  Social media and misinformation.

bullet  Digital workplaces.

bullet  Nudges for improved decision making, policy attitudes.

bullet Cognition/perception in collective sports.

bullet More information:

Peter BAMBERGER

bullet  Employee well-being.

bullet Compensation and rewards management.

bullet  Performance management.

bullet Cognition/perception in collective sports.

bullet Cognitive implications of workplace events.

Kofi OSEI-FRIMPONG

bullet  Transformative service research: service research with the goal of investigating the wellbeing implications of service.

bullet Digital transformation and customer engagement: exploring how firms use digital tools, platforms, and resources to enhance customer engagement and experience.

Year 1 – PhD Program – Coursework

Research Methods

bullet  Quantitative Research Methods I

bullet  Quantitative Research Methods II

bullet  Qualitative Research Methods I

bullet  Qualitative Research Methods II

bullet  Bibliometrics, Systematic Literature Review and Research Project

Subject-specific coursework

bullet  Business Economics

bullet  Strategic Management

bullet  Entrepreneurship and Innovation

bullet  Business Analytics and Value Network

bullet  Organizational Behavior

bullet  Finance

bullet  Marketing

Program Structure

PhD Program

YEAR 1

bullet  Research Methods Courses

  – Qualitative

  – Quantitative

bullet Systematic Literature Review

bullet  Subject-specific courses

YEAR 2

bullet  Elective Courses

bullet  Final Research Proposal Development

bullet  Conceptual Paper Submission

YEAR 3

bullet  Elective Courses

bullet  Complementary Training

bullet  Empirical Paper I Submission

YEAR 4

bullet  Empirical Paper II Submission

bullet  Thesis write-up

Research Ecosystem

Availability of state-of-the-art infrastructure
Access to library resources – databases, e-journals etc.
Continuous research skill trainings
Access to interdisciplinary departments
Exposure to course works for knowledge development
Exposure to interdisciplinary industry-oriented research areas
Exposure to workshops, conferences, seminars and symposiums
Academic collaboration with university departments
Academic collaboration with European and American universities

Language

English

Admission Requirements

bullet  Master’s degree from an institution recognized by the Moroccan Ministry of Education.
Proficiency in spoken and written English

bullet  Exclusif dedication to the program (full time)

bullet  Researrch proposal aligned with ABS research priorities

Selected Doctoral Projects

Cohort 1
Cohort 2
Cohort 3

Ibtissam GUISSOU

Business Analytics & Values Network

Nadia JAOUI

Business Analytics & Values Network

Imane CHABI

Marketing

Lina KHAOULANI

Finance

Soukaina BARNICHI

Leadership and Organizational Behavior

Iman LOUKILI

Leadership and Organizational Behavior

Ahmed ZAHLAN

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Kaoutar BENJEDDI

Business Analytics & Values Network

Nisrine TAHRI

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Oumaima AITHAMMOU

Leadership and Organizational Behavior

Badr-Eddine LAHSINI

Marketing

Basma EL FADEL

Finance

Hassan LEKSSAYS

Marketing

Anas EL ASSADI

Marketing

Kenza CHARRAT

Finance

Zineb ACHMOUL

Leadership and Organizational Behavior

Ghada EL BOURY

Finance

Abdelhadi SOHIB

Leadership and Organizational Behavior

Aissam SIGOUL

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Hafsa EL KAMOUS

Leadership and Organizational Behavior

Alae AJRAOUI

Strategy

Nouhaila BELAID

Business economics

Peace ANABA

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Chaimae LAAZIZI

Business Analytics & Values Network

Adil ETTANGI

Strategy

Kassem BENABDERRAZIK

Business Analytics & Values Network

Asma HAJJANI

Leadership and Organizational Behavior

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AFFILIATIONS

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