The specialisation in Data Science of the PhD in Management provides candidates with advanced training and research opportunities, preparing them to conduct interdisciplinary research in Data Science across various fields of application in management such as industry, services, and research. 

The Data Science specialisation offers candidates tools to enhance the power of data for transformative impact across industries and businesses. Through a data-driven approach, students conduct innovative research using emergent methodologies and technologies in various areas of Data Science (e.g. Business Analytics, Big Data Analytics, Data Mining, Deep Mining) and Artificial Intelligence (e.g., IoT). 

1. Training and supervision. During the first year of the doctoral programme, candidates undergo several courses which aim to develop skills and provide them with the knowledge to adequately design and execute a research methodology with a data-driven approach. In the subsequent years, candidates acquire in-depth knowledge of their specific research subject and develop their PhD thesis, working closely with their advisors
2. Research communication and publication. Candidates are encouraged to conduct innovative research in various areas of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, present their research at national and international conferences and publish papers in top-tier scientific journals
3. Career development. Through deep training, the PhD programme also helps students to progress in their academic or professional careers and to access top jobs in private or public organisations