In 2026, we look forward to welcoming many doctoral candidates to Heilbronn for the fifth TUM School of Management Doctoral Summer School. The program will take place from September 14 to 25, offering one or two courses per week over the two-week period.
Participants can expect a diverse selection of doctoral courses, complemented by engaging evening sessions and valuable networking opportunities with professors and fellow peers.
The Doctoral Summer School is explicitly interdisciplinary and open to doctoral candidates from all fields, with a special invitation to those across all TUM School of Management campuses.
Please note that courses for the second week are not yet available. All doctoral candidates will be informed as soon as they are announced.
If you have any questions before applying, please contact us at: doctoral_summer_school@mgt.tum.de
Courses
Please apply using the digital registration form on this website. The places will be distributed on a first come - first served basis. Registration is only possible for doctoral candidates of TUM School of Management.
Application begin: June 26, 2026
Application end: July 15, 2026, end of day
Travel costs, accomodation, the Welcome Breakfast and Lunch throughout the week will be covered for all doctoral candidates of TUM School of Management (internal and external). Breakfast and dinner and all other costs have to be paid by the participants themselves. More information will be provided after successfull registration. Hotel rooms are already reserved for you. If you need accommodation for your time in Heilbronn please indicate on the application form.
The Summer School starts on Monday morning at 9 a.m., so please plan your travels accordingly.
Participation in the evening events is expected.
