Admission requirements
Admission to the EMLYON Business School PhD programme is open to applicants showing evidence of strong intellectual ability, sincere commitment to and interest in academic work and teaching. They are required in general to have demonstrated basic knowledge in management and organization, usually by the completion of a Master in Management (MSc), in Business Administration (MBA), or of a Master in related disciplines (Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Engineering, Psychology, etc.). Students without a strong background in management will be required to take additional courses along the first 2 years of the program.

 Deadline and commencement
The deadline for application is April 30th, 2010. Applications received after will not be considered, and incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Processing of applications begins in May, and candidates are advised of admissions decisions in June. The PhD Program commences in early September. The duration is four years of full-time study.

 Application Materials
1/ Download the application package

2/ Transcripts of grades
An official academic transcript from each college or university is required. The degree certificate is not sufficient. The transcript will show courses, grades, degrees received, with mention of rank or distinction if applicable. Certified translation will be required for any transcript in a language other than English, French, German, or Spanish. When the transcript is not standard, accompanying explanations, preferably from academic administrations, will be appreciated. The transcripts should be enclosed with the application form, or sent directly to the PhD Program office by a college or university official.

3/ Letters of recommendation
Two letters of recommendation are required from faculty, scholars or individuals who can evaluate the applicant’s academic ability and potential for research and teaching. Non-academic recommendations may also be submitted, but we strongly prefer those written by academics. When requesting recommendations, candidates are asked to use the appropriate forms. Recommendations should be returned in a sealed envelope, either directly to the PhD Office, or to the candidate. Under no circumstances should candidates open letters of recommendation.

4/ GMAT or GRE scores
Scores should be sent directly by the organization administering the tests. The GMAT code for our program is MBW-FX-22. More information is available from http://www.gmat.com/ and http://www.gre.com/

5/ TOEFL or TOIC scores for all applicants whose native language in not English. Waivers can be asked in advance by candidates with a Master delivered in an English-speaking country. Scores should be sent directly by the organization administering the tests. The TOEFL code for our program is 0357. More information is available from http://www.toefl.org/ and www.ets.org/toeic/

There is no application fee for the PhD program.