The core responsibilities of the doctoral student include the following.
Effective Communication and Active Engagement
- Maintain an active and engaged presence throughout your dissertation journey.
- Foster open and effective communication not only with your supervising professor but with all members of the doctoral dissertation advisory committee.
- Regularly share updates on your research progress and challenges. Attend meetings punctually and respond promptly to communications.
Active Participation in the Supervision Process
- Actively engage in the supervision process by attending meetings well-prepared with progress updates, relevant questions and suggestions, and topics for discussion.
- Encourage and actively participate in academic discussions, actively seeking feedback on your research, methodologies, and ideas.
Proactive Support-Seeking
- Be ready to recognize when you require additional support or guidance, especially when faced with challenges.
- Do not hesitate to reach out to your supervising professor and members of your doctoral dissertation advisory committee or make use of available support services when needed.
Regular Progress Monitoring
- Attend scheduled monthly supervision meetings and annual progress reviews.
- Keep up with the schedule by consistently meeting the deadlines.
- Utilize these meetings as platforms to present comprehensive progress reports, engage in discussions on research findings, and seek guidance on any issues or concerns.
- Be prepared to provide necessary documentation and updates as requested.
Receptiveness to Constructive Feedback
- Maintain a receptive attitude towards feedback provided by your supervising professor and the doctoral dissertation advisory committee.
- Understand that feedback, even when critical, presents an opportunity for personal and academic growth.
- Act upon the feedback to enhance the quality of your research, theoretical frameworks, argumentation, empirical analysis, and academic writing.
Ethical Conduct
Securing Funding
- Take initiative in identifying and pursuing opportunities for financial support, both within and outside the university.
- Collaborate actively with your supervising professor and doctoral dissertation advisory committee to craft strong grant proposals and applications, leveraging their expertise and guidance.
- Understand that securing funding is a collaborative effort, and your active participation is integral to its success.
Ensuring a Healthy Work-life balance
- Reflect on your work-life integration and well-being regularly.
- Develop effective work and time management practices tailored to your needs.
- Prioritize self-care: schedule regular breaks, exercise, and downtime to recharge physically and mentally.
Active Engagement in the Academic Community
- Participate actively within the academic community, working collaboratively with your peers and colleagues to nurture a meaningful and intellectually stimulating work environment.
- Collaborate with and give feedback to the Head of Doctoral Studies and your fellow students to enrich the overall experience within the Aalto BIZ doctoral program.
