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Closure of Operations at SMBS – Notification from the Rectorate

On behalf of the Rectorate of the University of Salzburg, we are forwarding the following message:

Dear Sir or Madam,

We regret to inform you that the SMBS – University of Salzburg Business School GmbH (SMBS) will cease its operations. As a shareholder of SMBS, we have made this decision after thorough consideration.

As of the autumn semester 2025/26, no new enrollments will be accepted. However, study programs that have already commenced may still be completed at SMBS within specific deadlines.

Sincerely,
The Rectorate
University of Salzburg

Contact

Markus Marek

Head of Study Advice and Marketing

Tel: +43 676 88 2222 20

E-mail: markus.marek@smbs.at 

Dr. Christina Katsikadeli, Mag., M.A.

Program Management Pathway to Ph.D.

Tel: +43 676 88 2222 34

E-mail: christina.katsikadeli@smbs.at 

Important information about your application

Pathway to Ph.D. Program Doctoral Program in International Business Management of UniSC

Admission

  • Completed, state-recognized  Master’s degree or a comparable, state-recognized Master’s / Diploma degree
  • Two-stage admission procedure: Assessment interview (incl. presentation of an initial research draft) at SMBS; After successfully completing the assessment, the Academic Director will decide on the admission.
  • The number of study places is limited.   

Please send your application with CV, copies of certificates, proof of English language proficiency and a provisional dissertation topic – for further information on the format please contact doktorat@smbs.at .