Bringing the Academy Closer to the Real World
At IDP, a fundamental part of our teaching philosophy is that learning occurs through discussions of real-world problems.
To that end, we hold various events and seminars at IDP, bringing together academics and managers to discuss the most diverse aspects of contemporary public management.
Below are some events organized by the PhD Program in Economics at IDP.
Seminar on Public Administration and Economics (SAPE)
Since 2011, the IDP Seminar on Public Administration and Economics (SAPE-IDP) has established itself as one of the leading channels for deepening debates on the country's public agenda. It is a discussion forum that brings together prominent figures in the field.
Brazilian academia, public administration, and economics with the goal of discussing
The most emerging, current, and challenging themes in the management of the Brazilian state.
In addition, the Seminar has Working Groups that welcome papers from
postgraduate students, academics and professionals linked to Administration
Public
and Economics.
Theme of the Last Edition:
Spend More or Spend Better? Public Investment and Social Policies in Brazil
Seminar on Public Administration and Economics (SAPE)
Brazilian Meeting of Public Administration (EBAP)
Promoted by the Brazilian Society of Public Administration (SBAP) and established as the largest academic event on public administration in the country, the Brazilian Meeting of Public Administration (EBAP) will hold its 10th edition in 2023.
In the last three editions, the Professional Master's Program in Public Administration at IDP had the opportunity to participate as one of the co-organizers of the event.
Topic:
Innovation in Public Administration means creating value for society.
Student Research Seminar
A space specifically designed for the presentation and discussion of projects.
research
of the PPG students. The event takes place every semester and brings together all the students.
that
They are taking the mandatory course "Scientific Research Methodologies".
The event is open to the academic community and seeks to strengthen the important link between
education
and research, so relevant to the process of production, accumulation and publicizing of
academic and scientific knowledge.
When:
March and October
Topic:
Contemporary Public Management
Why is IDP different?
Selection process
YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE
The selection process for admission to the PhD program in Economics in the first semester of 2026 has 3 application periods. Check out the step-by-step guide we've prepared and learn more about our selection process:
STEP BY STEP
See the Notice
Read the announcement carefully to understand all the stages of the selection process.
Write your resume.
Highlight the key achievements of your academic and professional career.
Presentation letter
Tell us what led you to pursue a Master's Program.
Interview
Participate in an interview with 3 of our professors.