Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin - School of Business and Economics

Completing the doctoral studies

This page provides information about the steps necessary to complete your doctoral studies.

NEW: From October 1, 2024 there are new doctoral degree regulations at our School.

Doctoral candidates who were admitted according to the OLD doctoral degree regulations of May 21, 2010 can apply until October 1, 2025 to continue to do their doctorate according to the old doctoral degree regulations.

If no application is submitted, the switch to the NEW doctoral regulations will take place automatically on October 2, 2025. A list of the most important changes in the NEW doctoral degree regulations and details on how to apply for a change can be found under the following link.

INFORMATION on most important changes in the doctoral degree regulations and the transfer procedure

Please note: Doctoral procedures that have already been initiated will be completed in accordance with the OLD doctoral degree regulations.

 

Completion of the doctorate

Below you will find detailed information on how to complete your doctorate in accordance with the relevant doctoral degree regulations.

Information on completing the doctoral studies according to the OLD doctoral degree regulations of May 21, 2010

Information on completing the doctoral studies according to the NEW doctoral degree regulations of October 1, 2024