Doctorate in Public Administration and Government (CDAPG)
A program that allows you to improve your training in order to build guiding and innovative scientific knowledge.
Why choose this course
You will deepen your knowledge through theoretical foundations, research on political economy and public institutions, state management, civil society organizations and interactions between state and society.
Excellence recognized
FGV EAESP's stricto sensu programs receive excellent grades from Capes and are among the best in Brazil.
Research and mentoring
Develop research and tutoring activities and write articles for national and international management journals.
Teaching assistant
Possibility of obtaining a TA scholarship to participate in teaching and research activities in FGV EAESP courses.
International insertion
Internships abroad with the possibility of CAPES-Print scholarships and living with foreign students from the PEC-PG program.
Lines of research
The program's three lines of research allow students to delve deeper into topics that are fundamental to their training, which are interconnected, producing broad knowledge and guiding the learning process.
Applied knowledge
Lines of research
The program is structured around three lines of research coordinated by professors who share common interests and carry out joint research, publication and teaching activities with their students.
About the doctorate
The Doctorate in Public Administration and Government (CDAPG) contributes to the improvement of skills to act on relevant issues involving public management and the interactions between state and society.
The program is made up of three lines of research that address issues of the public sphere, the relationship between politics and economics in the public sector, and new institutional and management models adopted by governments.
It prepares students to design and carry out scientific research using quantitative and qualitative methods, contributing to the creation of knowledge.
More information
Frequency and timetable:
Total workload:
The Doctorate in Public Administration and Government has a total workload of 000 hours.
Frequency and timetable:
Daily classes in the first year of the course. The courses are offered during the day.
Certification issued
At the end of the course, the graduate will receive the title of Doctor of Public Administration and Government.
Teaching Assistant Scholarship
Doctoral candidates can apply for a TA scholarship, worth up to R$8,000.00, with the opportunity to take part in teaching and research activities on FGV EAESP courses.
In addition to the TA scholarship, an exclusive selection process is open for scholarships for freshmen in 2026.
Our course is considered one of the best in Brazil. We have a grade of 6 from Capes, which qualifies us as an international program.
Ricardo Corrêa Gomes
PhD in Public Management from Aston Business School
Who is the course for?
The Doctorate in Public Administration and Government (CDAPG) is aimed at researchers, teachers and professionals in career transition who wish to improve their scientific training.
Careers
Professionals who are looking for a broader career and new possibilities, with a focus on research.
Training
Graduates in Management and Public Policy, Social Sciences, Administration, Economics, International Relations and others.
Experience
For those who want to experience in-depth academic experiences that are highly relevant to their education.
Excellence
Specialists seeking high-level training, with national and international recognition.
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Scheduled stands
See how the program's students are developing their theses and the topics they have chosen to defend.
Digital library
Access all the electronic publications available in the library's collection to do research and deepen your knowledge.
Mandatory documents and academic information
Find all the important information you need to start your journey at FGV EAESP.
Academic documents and information
Find all the important information you need to start your journey at FGV EAESP.
I chose to study at FGV EAESP because of the plurality of ideas among the student body and teaching staff. The school's name represents trust and integrity in the market.
Thomaz Anderson
Researcher and PhD student in Public Administration and Government at FGV EAESP
Internationalization
International experience for a global career
We are a global business school that offers academic and professional experiences all over the world, with an invaluable network of contacts. We send and receive students in partnership with more than 130 renowned institutions in the Americas, Asia, Europe, Africa and Oceania.
Winter School
Learn from professors linked to renowned foreign institutions, through academic exchanges with international centers of excellence in research.
International research
Through global research networks, you can take part in ongoing international research projects.
International conference
Take part in a guided "immersion" at the Academy of Management, to acquire knowledge, meet leading researchers, explore development workshops and present papers.
Distinguished Faculty
Our faculty consists of professionals with extensive market experience and academic qualifications at the master’s and doctoral levels, who integrate theory and practice to deliver an applied and up-to-date learning experience.
FGV EAESP Structure
The combination of a well-located physical structure and the academic excellence of FGV EAESP with the dynamism of São Paulo creates an environment conducive to professional development, bringing culture, diversity, access to innovation and connection with the world.
Events
Take part in face-to-face and online events such as webinars, lectures and symposiums on current topics of great relevance to the job market and society.
