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PhD in administration - Information Technology

Phd in administration — information technology.

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Are you planning on an academic career in the management of information technology?

Do your PhD in a milieu dedicated to research and innovation, in an internationally renowned community of professors and researchers.

Your PhD in short

Offered by HEC Montréal jointly with Concordia and McGill universities and the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM). This partnership gives you access to resources (faculty and courses) rarely available elsewhere in the world.
Full-time program allowing you to complete your studies in four or five years.
Tuition fees waived and competitive funding for the first four years of your studies.

� For a career in academia

The 21 graduates from this doctoral program between 2010 and 2021 hold research positions. Among them, 19 obtained an assistant professor position at a university before or right after graduating.

“I had 10 years of industry experience behind me, but no knowledge whatsoever of the world of academia, and zero publications. The program exceeded my expectations… ultimately landing a tenure-track position in the best place for me.” Julien Meyer, PhD. Assistant Professor, Ryerson University, Ontario

� Among the best

Students in this doctoral specialization publish their research findings in the world’s top information systems management journals, including:

European Journal of Information Systems
Information Systems Journal
Information Systems Research
Journal of Management Information Systems
Journal of Strategic Information Systems
Journal of the Association for Information Systems
Management Information Systems Quarterly

Thanks to these publications, HEC Montréal placed 2 nd in Canada and 28 th in the world in the 2018-2021 My Vision Research ranking.

“During my studies, I worked with an expert supervisor who is one of the best scholars in our field. I received support in applying for external funding and awards. I worked on different research projects, attended international conferences, and taught various courses. My PhD from HEC Montréal has made me a more confident and capable researcher and teacher.” Mohammad (Mo) Moeini, Associate Professor in Information Systems at Warwick Business School (UK). Graduate of the PhD in Administration (2015)

Widely varied research interests

Effects of simultaneous IT use
Electronic government
impact of mobile technologies
integrated systems
IT acceptance
IT and teaching
IT implementation
IT in the healthcare sector
IT outsourcing and offshoring
IT project management
IT strategic management

Our PhD students and candidates

See the list of students in this specialization on Google Scholar.

World-class IT research groups

HEC Montréal offers doctoral students in information technology an exceptional scientific milieu headed up by GReSI , a research group of renowned scholars, including five chairs and four professorships.

Chair in Strategic Management of Information Technology , directed by Professor Suzanne Rivard , Fellow of the Association for Information Systems (AIS) and Senior Editor emeritus of Management Information Systems Quarterly

Research Chair in Digital Health , directed by Professor Guy Paré

NSERC-Prompt Industrial Research Chair in User Experience , directed by Professor Pierre-Majorique Léger

Canada Research Chair in Digital Communication and Multitasking , directed by Professor Ann-Frances Cameron

Canada Research Chair in Enterprise Social Media and Digital Collaboration , directed by Professor Wietske Van Osch

Research professorships

Research professorship in strategy and management information systems: Professor Ana Ortiz de Guinea Lopez de Arana

Research professorship in technology and aging: Professor Stefan Tams

Research professorship in development and use of information systems: Professor Bogdan Negoita

Research professorship in responsible adoption and diffusion of information technologies: Professor Camille Grange

Be part of innovations in research and education

HEC Montréal is home to Tech3Lab , the largest user-experience (UX) laboratory in North America. It’s a unique milieu for advanced research in human-machine interaction and the user experience. Watch the information webinar

HEC Montréal plays a leading role in the SAP University Alliances Community. The teaching innovations developed in the ERPsim laboratory are producing huge changes in the way ERP concepts are taught. Our graduates have the technical and teaching skills to use these active learning methods in the classroom.

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Computer Science (Doctoral program)

Program details.

Faculty Science

Degree Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Delivery method Hybrid online/in-class

Location Ontario Tech University, North Oshawa

Start dates September, January or May

Length Approximately 48 months, based on full-time study

Program load Full-time

Program format Courses with PhD thesis

Two male students work on table screen in a classroom

The goal of the PhD program is to produce a new breed of computer science graduates that have a broad background in information technology along with project management and people skills. Graduates of this program will not only have strong technical expertise in their particular field, but will also have the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams and be able to tackle problems that require both technical and non-technical solutions.

The program differs from most existing computer science programs as it concentrates on both applied research and the development of professional skills. The intention is that most of the graduates from this program will build careers in industrial research and software development. The program also prepares graduates for careers in academia, but it is expected that most of the graduates from this program will select careers in industry. The program focuses on the skills required for successful careers in industry, reflecting the university's goals to be market-oriented and to provide high-quality professional education.

The PhD program gives students the opportunity to work in teams, develop leadership skills, and master oral and written communication skills.

Digital Media Use of computer technology in the implementation of various forms of media including audio, graphics, computer animation, visual analytics, computer games and computer vision.
Information Science Distribution and management of information including database systems, machine learning, services computing, intelligent systems and health informatics.
Networks and IT Security Design, implementation and management of computer networks, as well as security issues such as cryptography, malware analysis and secure communications.
Software Design Process of designing and implementing software systems, including software engineering, distributed computing, programming languages and software architecture.
Admission requirements
Application deadlines
How to apply
Completion of a master's level degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology or software engineering from a Canadian university, or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
A minimum B+ average (GPA: 3.3 on a 4.3 scale or 77 to 79 per cent).

Required supporting documents:

Please see the checklist of required documents for a list of supporting documentation that must be submitted with your application.

Additional requirements:

Admission depends on the availability of a research supervisor. It is recommended that applicants contact a potential supervisor before formally applying.

In their statement of academic intent, applicants should include the type(s) of course(s) they feel they are suitable to teach as teaching assistants.

Required test scores for English language proficiency:

See English language proficiency for the minimum required test scores for this program.

Please see application deadlines for specific dates. Note that the application deadlines listed are for both the online application and all supporting documentation.

Applications for admission to all graduate studies programs are submitted online. There are five steps you must go through to complete the application process. See application process and requirements for step-by-step instructions.

Many of our graduate programs are extremely competitive; the number of qualified applicants normally exceeds the number of seats available for each intake. Satisfaction of minimum entry requirements does not ensure admission.

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Research areas

Artificial intelligence
Computer graphics
Computer vision
Data science
Distributed computing
Health informatics
Information visualization
Network design
Network security
Serious games
Software engineering
Ubiquitous computing
Virtual reality

Learn more about the research areas within this program and find research experts by visiting the faculty’s website and the university's Expert Centre .

Additional information

Internal awards and funding.

Applicants to research-based graduate programs who are studying full-time are automatically considered for some types of funding at the time of admission.

Types of funding that do not require an application:

Entrance scholarships
Minimum funding packages
Teaching assistantships, research assistantships and graduate research assistantships

For more details on the above funding opportunities, see graduate student awards and funding .

Please note: Part-time students are not eligible for the above funding opportunities.

External awards and funding

Graduate program applicants are encouraged to apply for external awards to help finance their education. The application process differs for each competition, so review the information carefully to determine where and when you must apply. Please note: The majority of these awards are for domestic or permanent residents only.

Tuition fees for graduate programs are charged on a flat-fee or fee-per-credit basis and vary by program and student status.

For current, specific fees and details on flat-fee versus fee-per-credit programs, please see tuition and fees .

Contact the program:

Faculty of Science 905.721.3050 [email protected]

Contact the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies:

905.721.8668 ext. 6209 [email protected]

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Doctorate (PhD)

Program overview.

The PhD in Information and Systems Engineering gives you the skills necessary to lead independent and collaborative research for universities, governments and companies, addressing current and future challenges in information and systems engineering. Students have access to state-of-the-art laboratories, established research centres and laboratories in a department that promotes interdisciplinary research and development of information technologies in software and systems engineering.

Program details

Admission requirements, admission requirements.

Admission on a full-time basis

Master’s degree or equivalent with high standing in engineering or computer science, or in a cognate discipline.
Holders of a bachelor’s degree will, in general, be considered for admission to a master’s program only. After completion of a minimum of one term of full-time study in the Master's degree, they may, upon application, be recommended by the Department and approved by the GCS Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Studies for admission to a PhD program.

Admission on a part-time basis

Master’s degree with high standing in engineering, computer science or a cognate discipline.

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in English. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies in their chosen field. Please refer to the English language proficiency page for further information on requirements and exemptions .

Degree requirements

Degree requirements.

Please see the Engineering Courses page for course descriptions.

Information and Systems Engineering PhD (90 credits)

78	credits from the Doctor of/Doctorate in Philosophy (PhD)
	Students must complete a minimum of 12 credits of course work at the 6000 or 7000 level as follows:
8	credits chosen from courses offered by the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science.
4	credits chosen from INSE courses, unless approved by the Graduate Program Director.

Application process

Please apply online . Read the how-to guide for application procedures.

1. Submit your application and pay a $100 CAD application fee. A student ID number will be issued

2. Upload required documents. This link can also be found on the Student Hub's My CU Account page.

3. A completed file that is ready to be assessed will include:

Application form and Fee
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Three Letters of Reference and assessment form
Statement of purpose
Transcripts (with mark sheets if applicable) for all post-secondary institutions attended
Proof of Canadian citizenship (if applicable)
Applicants whose primary language is not English, are required to submit official language test scores , unless exempted.

4. An admission offer will not be issued until a supervisor match has been made. Students are encouraged to review the list of faculty members' field of interests and directly contact those with whom you would like to work.

For initial assessment purposes, scanned and uploaded copies of documents are accepted. To finalize a file, once admitted, Concordia University will require official documents.

Application deadlines

(September)

(January)

(May/June)

For topic area course lists, please visit the Graduate Calendar .

For course descriptions, please visit the Graduate Calendar .

Faculty research interests

The Concordia Institute for Information Systems Engineering is an interdisciplinary institute, housing state-of-the-art facilities for world-class research and hands-on training. Faculty members are involved in a wide range of research projects sponsored by both the industry and government agencies. The institute is at the forefront of innovative research in current and emerging information systems engineering technologies, including cyber-security, digital forensics, smart grid security, network security, mobile security, blockchain technology, cyber-physical systems security, Internet of Things, machine learning, data analytics and data-driven decision-making, artificial intelligence, lean engineering and supply chain management, intelligent quality systems, smart cities, multi-agent systems, data driven diagnostics and prognostics, network optimization and management, cloud computing, aerospace design engineering, and Industry 4.0.

Research units & facilities

Concordia’s Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science offers modern, well equipped research laboratories and facilities for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and other research personnel.

The Concordia Institute for Information Systems Engineering is an international centre of teaching and learning excellence established as a department within the Faculty. It promotes interdisciplinary research and development of information technologies in software and systems engineering. CIISE has three affiliated research laboratories :