{"id":1709,"date":"2026-06-01T11:05:50","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T08:05:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.agu.edu.bh\/?page_id=1709"},"modified":"2026-08-18T13:08:33","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T10:08:33","slug":"phd-in-innovation-technology","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.agu.edu.bh\/en\/phd-in-innovation-technology\/","title":{"rendered":"PhD in Innovation Management"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The PhD program focused on innovation management, Technology and leadership, sustainability, scientific research.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The department offers a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Innovation Management, preparing students and researchers to lead transformational change through research-driven approaches in Innovation Policy and sustainability, Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Management and Leadership.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Advance world-class research in innovation and technology management that addresses GCC strategic priorities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Develop visionary leaders and scholars who design, implement and evaluate innovation strategies, policies and ecosystems through quality education in public and private sectors.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Build and sustain regional and international partnerships to strengthen capacity, knowledge exchange and innovation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Translate interdisciplinary research into practical solutions and commercial impact.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Translate interdisciplinary research into practical solutions and commercial impact.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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All students must take the 12 credit hours of core courses<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Mandatory comprehensive exam with minimum grade of 75 %<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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All students must take the 12 credit\u00a0 hours of elective courses<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Innovation Policy <\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Digital & Social Media Innovation <\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Knowledge management & Innovation<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Study Plan<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Innovation Lab<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The expertise in carrying out applied and\/or basic research in innovation management based on an in-depth knowledge of innovation theory and practice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The skills needed to successfully develop innovative organizations in public and private sector.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The ability to articulate innovative policies and strategies to support the ecosystem of innovation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The capacity to develop innovative solutions to address GCC strategic needs and priorities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The analytical skills to assess, analyze and develop knowledge of insights to innovative practice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Start Your Journey In Our College<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n

join a community that is shaping the future<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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