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Doctoral Program in Management — Groupe ISCAE
Doctoral Program

Doctoral Program
in Management

Launched in 2011, the Groupe ISCAE Doctoral Program in Management strengthens scientific research in management sciences in Morocco and meets international higher education standards by placing research at the heart of academic training.

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ISCAE-Casablanca
Key Information
Degree
PhD in Management — National Degree
Duration
3 years (extendable up to 6 years)
Admission
Competitive entrance exam (application file, written and oral tests)
Capacity
Maximum 25 doctoral students per cohort
Launched in
2011
Admission Requirements
1
Holder of a Master's degree (ISCAE, Master in Management, Chartered Accountant, or equivalent)
2
Preselection based on academic record and research proposal
3
Written examination + oral interview focusing on the thesis proposal
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Years of Study
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Doctoral Students / Cohort
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Research Fields
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Laboratories (LAREF & LAREM)
Overview

Doctoral Program in Management

The Groupe ISCAE Doctoral Program in Management, launched in 2011, is part of the development strategy of Groupe ISCAE and aims to strengthen scientific research in management sciences in Morocco.

An impact-oriented doctoral program, training the next generation of professor-researchers and experts capable of supporting organizational transformation.

Missions of the Doctoral Program

01
Develop high-level management research that meets national and international academic standards.
02
Train professor-researchers capable of mentoring new generations and contributing to excellence in higher education programs.
03
Prepare specialized experts and consultants to meet the needs of businesses and the national economy.
04
Contribute to improving educational quality and enhancing the institution's academic attractiveness both nationally and internationally.

Practical Information

2025–2026
Degree
PhD in Management — National Degree
Duration
3 years (extendable up to 6 years)
Capacity
25 doctoral students / cohort
Honors
Honorable or Very Honorable
Labs
LAREF & LAREM
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Program

Doctoral Training Program

Structured around core (cross-disciplinary) and specialized modules, organized in the form of seminars and thematic workshops.

—Transversal modules: common body of knowledge, preliminary introductory module to management research, exchange between doctoral students.
—Specialized modules: advanced teaching in each of the main disciplines of management sciences to deepen academic knowledge.
—Thematic seminars and workshops: presentations, conferences, doctoral seminars, doctoral courses, and teaching load (tutorials) handled by doctoral students.

Approved Research Fields

DisciplineTopics Covered
Finance, risk management, bankingModern market and corporate finance, financial engineering and techniques, banking strategy...
Accounting sciencesAccounting systems and regulation, financial and management accounting, auditing/certification, taxation...
MarketingConsumer behavior, advertising and communication...
Organizational behaviorHistory, power, and functioning of organizations...
Corporate strategyDesign and forms of strategies, strategic management...
Public managementSpecificities and evolution of management in the public sector...
Cross-disciplinary fieldsGovernance, business ethics, sustainable development...
Schedule

Doctoral Program Schedule

A curriculum structured over 3 years, combining intensive academic training, study periods abroad, and thesis writing.

01
1st Year
Transversal and specialized modules: development of the thesis project, methodology seminar, specialized seminars, and research monitoring workshops. The pedagogical aspect is reinforced through a teaching load (tutorials) managed by doctoral students acting as teaching assistants.
02
2nd Year
Specialized seminars and research monitoring workshops. Doctoral students are encouraged to undertake training periods abroad at academic institutions or companies with which CERGI has established an exchange or cooperation network.
03
3rd Year
Writing and finalization of the thesis, pre-defense before an internal committee, followed by the final defense before a jury of at least four members, including the thesis supervisor.
Regulations & Charter

Pedagogical Standards & Thesis Charter

The doctoral program is training in and through research, culminating in the defense of research work before a committee.

Preparation Duration
The preparation of the doctorate lasts three years. This duration may be extended by one to three years by the institute director, upon the recommendation of the Doctoral Studies Center director, following the thesis supervisor's advice.
The Thesis Supervisor
Responsible for the thesis, they provide supervision and monitoring for the doctoral student and ensure the quality of the work. They must be a Full Professor or, failing that, an authorized professor (habilitated).
Thesis Charter
The charter defines the mutual commitments of the doctoral student, their thesis supervisor, the CEDOC director, and the research center director: choice of topic, working conditions, supervision, rights, and duties.
Authorization & Defense Committee
Authorization is granted following reviews by three referees, including at least one external reviewer. The committee comprises at least four members, including the thesis supervisor. Admission includes the distinctions: Honorable or Very Honorable.
Admission

Admission Process for the CEDOC

Admission to the Doctoral Program in Management is open to candidates holding a Master's level degree (ISCAE, Master in Management, Chartered Accountant, etc.).

01Hold a Master's degree or recognized equivalent (ISCAE, Master in Management, Chartered Accountant...)
02Submit a complete academic application file along with a detailed research proposal
03Cohort limited to a maximum of 25 doctoral students to ensure supervision quality
Admission Process Details
APreselection based on application: analysis of the academic record and research proposal
BWritten exam: evaluation of scientific knowledge (finance, strategy, marketing) and language proficiency
COral interview: discussion concerning the thesis proposal and candidate motivation
Laboratories

LAREF & LAREM

Two research laboratories bringing together professor-researchers and doctoral students to foster scientific exchange and high-level academic production.

Research Laboratory
LAREF
Research in Finance
Focus on contemporary financial issues: sustainable finance, fintech, artificial intelligence applied to finance, governance, risk management, and the transformation of financial markets.
Research Laboratory
LAREM
Research in Management
Development of research in strategy, marketing, information systems, management control, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Impact of emerging technologies on organizational management.

Laboratory Activities

1
Regular scientific seminars between professor-researchers and doctoral students
2
Publications in national and international academic journals
3
Participation in scientific colloquia and conferences
4
Cooperation with foreign laboratories and research centers

An Impact-Oriented Doctoral Program

The Groupe ISCAE Doctoral Program acts as a major lever to strengthen national research in management sciences, train a new generation of professors and experts, support the transformation of organizations and public policies, and position ISCAE as a benchmark academic actor at both national and international levels.

Contact

Contact Us

For any questions regarding the Doctoral Program in Management, our team is at your disposal.

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Pr. Karim CHARAF
Director of the CEDOC
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 05 22 01 60 93
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Pr. Mohamed Amine ISSAMI
Director in Charge of International Relations Development and Communication
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 05 22 01 60 93
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Abdelilah LAYOUDI
Head of the Research Development Department - Administrative Manager
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 05 22 01 60 93
Groupe ISCAE – ISCAE Casablanca
Km 9.5 route de Nouasseur, B.P 8 114 Casablanca – Oasis

An Impact-Oriented Doctoral Program

The Groupe ISCAE Doctoral Program acts as a major lever to strengthen national research in management sciences, train a new generation of professors and experts, support the transformation of organizations and public policies, and position ISCAE as a benchmark academic actor at both national and international levels.

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