EDMT – Management for Technology

The doctoral program in Management of Technology (EDMT) covers a broad range of areas such as business analytics, corporate strategy, economics, entrepreneurship, innovation, market design, operations management, and technology policy.

About the program

The program offers in-depth courses and research opportunities in an interdisciplinary environment, pooling resources from a variety of research units on the EPFL campus and beyond, including engineering, finance, mathematics, the Swiss Program for Doctoral Students in Economics, and the EuroTech universities.

In addition to the intensive courses in research methods, students benefit from good coaching of their own projects, numerous group activities such as seminars, conferences, or retreats. Our alumni feedback consistently highlights the outstanding quality of education, the stimulating and generous environment for doctoral studies, as well as the great job prospects in academia and industry.

Applying to EDMT

Applications can be submitted several times a year.

Deadlines: Submission prior to January 15 or April 15.

Check out How to apply to EDMT for specific information.
Be aware that only complete applications are reviewed.
Three reference letters will be required.

Further information on the EDOC admission criteria and application procedures visit the webpage.

Affiliated labs & research expertise

Thesis supervisors

Our mission is to train the world’s foremost experts and leaders in the management of technology.

Prof. Thomas Weber, Program Director, Chair of Operations, Economics and Strategy

Research projects

Research covers a broad range of areas such as Business Analytics, Corporate Strategy, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Market Design, Operations Management, and Technology Policy.

During my PhD studies, I gradually developed the skill to embrace the discomfort of the unknown and learned how to move fluidly between it and the areas where I felt more confident, often lingering at the boundaries where growth happens.

Dr. Bahar Taskesen, Assistant Professor of Operations Management, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, EDMT 2024 Alumna

The beginning of my PhD was filled with anxiety about the many things I didn’t know. It was an uncomfortable and uncertain space – one that might be challenging for many to navigate. During my PhD studies, I gradually developed the skill to embrace the discomfort of the unknown and learned how to move fluidly between it and the areas where I felt more confident, often lingering at the boundaries where growth happens. Over time, I came to find this journey incredibly rewarding. The EDMT program provided a fantastic environment to support this growth, and by the end of it, what started as an intimidating challenge became a very fun and fulfilling journey.

Career prospects and testimonials

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Our program graduates can work in a variety of fields, ranging from academic research in public or private laboratories to industry, particularly in the technology, biomedical, and data sectors. Many also pursue careers in innovation and start-ups, where their interdisciplinary skills are particularly sought after.