Managing doctorates as projects

Practical strategies for doctoral researchers

Dr Iva Ognjanovic, Sabine Schneider, M.A., M.A. (CERes)

Ready to learn how to turn a long, complex doctorate into manageable chunks? This workshop equips you with essential project management skills tailored to the unique demands of a doctorate. On Day 1, you’ll dive into the fundamentals – exploring both traditional and agile project management concepts, logic, and tools to help you track progress effectively. Day 2 focuses on time and task management strategies, identifying and mitigating risks to keep your research on track, and engaging key stakeholders such as supervisors. Through practical exercises and reflection, you will explore hands-on techniques to manage your doctorate efficiently and confidently.