- The Ph.D. program is a four-year program mainly consisting of independent research under supervision by two academic supervisors of KLU’s outstanding faculty, encompassing a wide scope of social science and business disciplines. Furthermore, some coursework is required, consisting of courses taken at KLU, courses are taken at the partner universities and broader networks, and relevant skills training.
- The course program is tailored to the specific focal research area of the student. Upon successful completion, the student will obtain the (German) degree of Doctor in business, economics, and social sciences or the (international) degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Management (Ph.D.).
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Important Dates
Admission Is Provided On Basis Of Open Position Available
Event | Application Date |
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Final Application Deadline For 2024 Intake | |
Early Action Application Deadline For 2025 Intake | Mar 31, 2025 |
Final Application Deadline For 2025 Intake | May 31, 2025 |
Tuition Fees
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
- Completed or about to complete a Master degree (minimum overall grade of “good” – 2.0 or better for German degrees or an equivalent international grade) in business, economics, social sciences, or comparable studies from an accredited university with a good international reputation, and belonging to the best students of the class.
- Support by at least one resident faculty member of the KLU.
Scores Required
Required Document List
- Cover letter indicating the specific reasons why the candidate should be admitted to the program and be selected for one of the Kuehne Foundation Ph.D. Scholarships. This letter should also name specifically which of the resident faculty they are seeking to work with.
- Full resume (CV)
- Two references (full contact details)
- Evidence of your English proficiency (such as a TOEFL or IELTS test, or other evidence provided by your university)
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Program | Important Date | Total Fees | Median Exams Score | Action |
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USD 5,550 /Yr EUR 5,000 /Yr |
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
---|---|---|---|---|
MAWISTA Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 7,427/Yr$6,691 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeEasy-to-Apply | |
Friedrich Ebert Foundation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
German Chancellor Fellowship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Humboldt Research Fellowship | Scholarship per student$ 3,219/Yr$2,900 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Kurt Hansen Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 11,100/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeNeed-Based | |
Kaad Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based |
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