Afdeling in EOS
Afdeling in EOS

IMR Doctoral School

The IMR Doctoral School aims to prepare future generations of researchers for their challenging tasks. We train PhD candidates to conduct research that is both scientifically excellent and socially relevant, and we provide them with the support they need to develop world-class research skills and complete their PhD projects on time.

IMR Group Decision Lab

Research Facilities

The Radboud University provides unique research facilities, allowing its researchers to investigate decision-making while using a number of software packages, such as Geographical Information Systems, modelling software, and Electronic Meeting Systems.

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PhD council

The IMR PhD Council is the organization that represents all PhD candidates at the Institute for Management Research (IMR). The goal of the IMR PhD council is to  promote the interests of all PhD candidates (internal/external) working at the IMR of Nijmegen School of Management. Additionally, the council strives to build a thriving community of doctoral students by organizing formal and informal meetings and events to enrich the PhD experience.

PhD council 2024-2026

Upcoming PhD defences

Hope or Despair? Large-Scale Land Development in Peri-Urban Areas and the Sustainability of Local Communities

Hope or Despair? Large-Scale Land Development in Peri-Urban Areas and the Sustainability of Local Communities

This PhD thesis confronts a central paradox of contemporary urbanisation: is it a pathway to opportunity, or a driver of exclusion? It critically examines how new town development in peri urban areas reshapes the sustainability of local communities.

From intentions to practice: How vulnerable citizens co-produce homeless services

From intentions to practice: How vulnerable citizens co-produce homeless services

The PhD defence of M.J. Hoppen is on 23 June 2026 at 10:30 am.

Leadership for the long haul: Examining the role of a Learning Community as an approach to leader development for truck drivers’ career sustainability

Leadership for the long haul: Examining the role of a Learning Community as an approach to leader development for truck drivers’ career sustainability

This PhD thesis examines how leadership works effectively among lorry drivers and how managers can be supported in fulfilling their roles more effectively.

Contact

For more information, and for help with registration, please contact Daan van Bel.