Episode 029: : Doctoral Consortium - What is it About? - Insights from Dr. Bart Cambré

In this engaging episode of DBA Chronicles, we sit down with Dr. Bart Cambré, Associate Dean of Research and Valorization at Antwerp Management School. With a unique career journey that spans academia, consultancy, and even managing a blues band, Dr. Cambré brings a wealth of experience and a refreshing perspective to the discussion.

Dr. Cambré shares his fascinating academic path, from sociological research on racism and religiosity to becoming a global thought leader in organizational networks and inter-organizational collaboration. He also delves into his passion for doctoral consortium, highlighting his experiences as the coordinator for EMS doctoral consortium since 2021.

Listeners will gain insights into the role of the Doctoral consortium in fostering academic rigor and real-world relevance, the importance of networking, and how consortium can bridge the gap between academia and industry. Dr. Cambré also shares his thoughts on the evolution of business schools toward practice-driven research, making this episode a must-listen for DBA candidates and practitioner-scholars alike.

Highlights in this Episode:

• The importance of combining academic rigor with societal relevance
• Tips for networking effectively during consortia and conferences
• How practitioner-scholars can make an impact in academia without losing their industry edge
• Behind the scenes of the EMS 2024 Doctoral Consortium, including its goals and agenda
• How the consortium fosters collaboration, mentoring, and even publications between participants and faculty

Tune in now to explore the unique journey of blending academic rigor with real-world relevance, insights into the value of doctoral consortia, and the challenges of navigating academia as a practitioner-scholar.

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