Training courses of the Doctoral College

1. Team management

1.1 Introduction to management| FR – EN |
This course provides an understandable and up-to-date perspective on management and the manager’s role within companies. This course, as well as “Different management approaches”, teaches the foundations, identifies spontaneous management methods, and develops your ability to adapt to different types of situations people.
7 h |Introductory|More information

1.2 Corporate team management| FR only |
This course teaches you the keys for managing a team over the long term, including the fundamental concepts of modern and respectful management (benevolent management, active listening, etc.) and an overview of key management tools (defining objectives, delegating, making accepted decisions).
7 h |Introductory|More information

1.3 Different management approaches| FR – EN |
If you want to keep up with the changes in the workplace, you must know how to communicate with your team and your environment and constantly adjust your organizational methods. This course, as well as “Introduction to management”, teaches the foundations, identifies spontaneous management methods, and develops your ability to adapt to different types of situations and people.
7 h |Intermediate|More information

1.4 Managing skills and recruitment| FR – EN |
This course provides the keys for preparing, conducting, and being successful with job interviews. Analyze and optimize your recruitment process. Implement strategies. Use personal development tools to better understand candidates’ aptitude and motivations for a given position.
14 h |Advanced|More information

1.5 Preparing and leading work meetings| FR only
All projects are guided by work meetings. Knowing how to organize and run meetings is one of the key success factors of any project. Meetings are particularly important for interdisciplinary projects involving colleagues from different backgrounds.
7 h |Introductory|More information

1.6 Preventing and managing conflicts| FR only
This course helps you understand how conflicts unfold, acquire the necessary methods to prevent them, manage them and, above all, avoid making them worse. The differences between the way conflicts are handled in a business environment and in a research team are discussed at the end of the day.
7 h |Intermediate|More information

1.7 Asserting yourself to manage a team| FR only |
Build your ability to manage a team by taking the context and each individual’s personality into account. Using practical examples, learn how to assert yourself to find the right balance in a successful relationship with others. Maintain your own enthusiasm and that of your team with the help of simple tools that can be applied for yourself, management, and project management.
7 h |Intermediate|More information

2. Dissemination and scientific popularization

2.1 Convincing and debating| FR only |
When you are a scientist, debate and discussion can be tricky because you may be challenged by bad faith or misconceptions. This course and its rhetorical elements will give you the skills to defend your points of view and assert yourself through a variety of role-playing situations. In other words, you will improve your leadership skills!
7 h |Introductory|More information

2.2 Scientific mediation training| FR only
As doctoral students, young players in the scientific community, and current producers of knowledge, you can learn how to present a scientific topic in an engaging and interactive manner as a means of sharing and disseminating your knowledge to a diverse audience (including primary school students, high school students, and the general public). Come learn how to help young people and future generations become more informed and reflective about science and technology so that they can participate in the major issues of tomorrow.
14 h |Introductory|More information

2.3 Scientific mediation training – Practical application| FR only
As doctoral students, young players in the scientific community, and current producers of knowledge, you can learn how to present a scientific topic in an engaging and interactive manner as a means of sharing and disseminating your knowledge to a diverse audience (including primary school students, high school students, and the general public). Come learn how to help young people and future generations become more informed and reflective about science and technology so that they can participate in the major issues of tomorrow.
7 h |Intermediate|More information

2.4 Preparing, conducting, and responding to interviews| FR only |
At some point in your work, you will need to be able to respond to requests from journalists and the media. This course helps you prepare scientific communication for an interview.
Come test yourself. No doubt you will enjoy this kind of exercise!
7 h |Introductory|More information

3. Teaching and pedagogical practices

3.1 Créativité pédagogique – niveau 1| FR – EN
This course is designed for doctoral students who are motivated by the desire to teach in addition to their research work. It will help you expand your teaching skills in a creative, positive, and constructive environment.
12 h |Introductory|More information

3.2 Pedagogical creativity – Level 2| FR – EN
This course will help you further develop your teaching skills in a creative, positive, and constructive setting in order to better adapt your teaching to the complex context of higher education. It will give you the opportunity to start designing instructional projects based on collaboration with your students.
12 h |Intermediate|More information

3.3 Pedagogical tools for higher education – Planning, objectives, and methods| FR only |
This course is part of the series “Initiation to pedagogical tools in higher education,” whose overall objective is to give doctoral students an initial approach to pedagogy and tools for teaching at the university level through three courses covering the basic principles of university pedagogy: (1) Planning, objectives, and methods, (2) Motivation and participation, and (3) Evaluation and feedback.
7 h |Introductory|More information

3.4 Pedagogical tools for higher education – Motivation and participation| FR only |
This course is part of the series “Initiation to pedagogical tools in higher education,” whose overall objective is to give doctoral students an initial approach to pedagogy and tools for teaching at the university level through three courses covering the basic principles of university pedagogy: (1) Planning, objectives, and methods, (2) Motivation and participation, and (3) Evaluation and feedback.
7 h |Intermediate|More information

3.5 Pedagogical tools for higher education – Evaluation and feedback| FR only |
This course is part of the series “Initiation to pedagogical tools in higher education,” whose overall objective is to give doctoral students an initial approach to pedagogy and tools for teaching at the university level through three courses covering the basic principles of university pedagogy: (1) Planning, objectives, and methods, (2) Motivation and participation, and (3) Evaluation and feedback.
7 h |Intermediate|More information

3.6 Trainer posture| FR only |
When it comes to managing face-to-face training, improvisation is rarely the most effective technique. The preparation phase of a training course must also include elements of group coordination and professional attitude likely to create and maintain conditions favorable for learning.
10 h |Introductory|More information

3.7 Preparing visual teaching aids| FR only |
“I’ve got 175 slides to show you in the next hour!” To ensure that your teaching materials are effective for in-person or remote learning, this course focuses on the methods and techniques used in visual communication.
14 h |Introductory|More information

4. Support for doctoral studies

4.1 Elaborating and managing your bibliography effectively with Zotero| FR only
Use a software solution to manage your documentation and references. This course is offered for four different disciplines: Sciences and techniques | Health –Sports Education | Legal and political sciences | Economics – Management.
3 h |Introductory|More information

4.2 Developing effective reading tactics and strategies| FR – EN |
This speed-reading course implements a global and controlled method for making progress. The objective is to increase your reading speed by about 80% and implement operational strategies (prioritization, location, selection) for information management (summarizing, memorizing, etc.).
14 h |Introductory|More information

4.3 Stress and time management in the context of doctoral studies| FR only
Various factors can cause stress during the PhD journey. At the end of this course, you will have an action plan to help avoid procrastination and be more efficient in your thesis work. You will acquire tools and practical techniques to achieve emotional balance and manage stress.
7 h |Introductory|More information

4.4 Body language proficiency| FR only
Body language conveys meaning just as effectively as words. People react subconsciously to non-verbal messages. This course is based on testimonials from speakers and on scientific research. Learn how to turn your stage fright into an asset through concrete examples and practical exercises.
7 h |Introductory|More information

4.5 MOOC: doctoral studies and career development| FR – EN
Doctoral studies lead to a wide range of careers, but many doctoral students do not know where to go for information. They often feel isolated and do not have enough time to prepare their future. Fortunately, there are a number of initiatives to help PhD students pursue their careers. The PhDOOC association offers doctoral students and PhDs a MOOC (free online tool) to help increase their awareness about existing and accessible tools and resources.
12 h |Introductory|More information

4.6 MOOC: Writing and publishing scientific articles| FR – EN
Writing a scientific article is not always intuitive and publication rules are often implicit rather than explicit. Nevertheless, that is the way research works, in a collective environment of shared knowledge that is constantly expanded through publication. Regardless of the discipline, publishing is essential for scientists today. On one hand, publishing makes their work visible and disseminates new knowledge; on the other hand, it ensures the ownership of results, helps them obtain funding for research, and builds their employability.
20 h |Advanced|More information

4.7 MOOC: Unlock your english| FR only
The purpose of this course is to develop your expression and your oral comprehension in a professionnal context. There are no prerequisites for entry but the recommended level is level B2.
20 h |Intermediate|More information

4.8 Optimizing your non-academic job search| FR only |
Entering the job market after a lengthy academic career can sometimes be confusing for doctoral students. This workshop is designed to help you identify real or perceived difficulties in finding a job so that you can focus on an effective workaround.
6 h |Introductory|More information

4.9 Finding and preparing for a postdoc| FR only |
The overall objective of this course is to give PhD students the skills to optimize their search and candidacy for an academic postdoc:

• Defining the job market for postdocs,
• Defining strategies for postdoc searches,
• Identifying the best practices for CVs and academic cover letters,
• PPreparing applications.

21 h |Introductory|More information

4.10 Preparing to attend a conference| FR – EN |
The purpose of this course is to give you the keys to help you choose and benefit from scientific conferences, and provide you with the methodology and tools to prepare your communication effectively. Training includes an exercise creating an oral presentation or poster (according to participants’ needs).
14 h |Introductory|More information

4.11 Public speaking – oral communication| FR only |
Would you like to speak in public with ease and confidence? This course will help you develop your enthusiasm and interaction with your audience. It offers a simple and effective method enabling you to make progress quickly.
14 h |Introductory|More information

4.12 Searching documentation effectively| FR only
Do you sometimes find it difficult to know where and how to look for books, articles, and information on your research topic? Do you feel that you waste time when searching for information? Would you like to be aware of the latest publications in your field? This course is made for you! This course is offered for four different disciplines: Sciences and techniques | Health –
Sports Education | Legal and political sciences | Economics – Management.
3 h |Introductory|More information

4.13 Writing and defending your thesis work| FR – EN |
The main objective of this course is to give you the methodological keys and tools to optimize writing your paper and preparing your thesis defense.
10 h |Introductory|More information

5. Transversal tools

5.1 Getting started with RStudio, Tidyverse, and Rmarkdown to manipulate your data and create graphics – Level 1| FR – EN |
The purpose of this course is to teach you the basics of Rstudio, Tidyverse, and Rmarkdown, for manipulating tables, producing graphs, and generating reports. The course focuses on the data analysis steps prior to statistical analysis, leveraging the Tidyverse software package and language designed specifically for data manipulation and producing graphics.
14 h |Introductory|More information

5.2 French as a foreign language| FR only
Learning how to write and speak in French.
26 h |Introductory|More information

5.3 Introduction to statistical analysis| FR – EN
This course provides the basics of classical statistical analysis through examples without going deeply into theoretical concepts. Starting with descriptive statistics, the course focuses on hypothesis testing on those statistics and their comparison between different samples. The course also covers analysis of variance and regression methods on quantitative and qualitative variables. The goal is to learn how to perform a preliminary statistical analysis on data sets.
7 h |Introductory|More information

5.4 MOOC: Working in France A2-B1| FR only
Do you plan on moving to France? Do you need to speak French at the workplace? Then this course is just what you need! Jean-José and Selma will introduce you to business French and the work environment.
33 h |Introductory|More information

5.5 MOOC: Living in France – Level A1| FR only
You will discover the French language with Ayssé, Peter, Maria, Rajan, Tania, Haroun, and Yuta! This course comprises 17 sequences. Each sequence consists of 3 hours of independent learning with a different theme: daily life, French culture, life in the community, and administrative procedures.
25 h |Introductory|More information

5.6 MOOC: Living in France – Level A2| FR only
Join Ayssé, Peter, Maria, Rajan, Tania, Haroun, and Yuta in an experience to discover the French language and culture! This course comprises 18 sequences. Each sequence consists of 4 hours of independent learning with a different theme: daily life, French culture, life in the community, and administrative procedures.
25 h |Intermediate|More information

5.7 MOOC: Living in France – Level B1| FR only
Join Ayssé, Peter, Maria, Rajan, Tania, Haroun, and Yuta while discovering the French language and culture! This course comprises 22 sequences. Each sequence consists of 4 hours of independent learning with a different theme: daily life, French culture, life in the community, and administrative procedures.
25 h |Advanced|More information

5.8 Rstudio, Tidyverse, and Rmarkdown – Level 2| FR – EN
If you took the two-day course on the basics of Tidyverse, and want to go further into using Tidyverse to handle your tables, produce your graphs, and generate Rmarkdown reports, then this course is for you!
7 h |Intermediate|More information

5.9 Bayesian Statistics with R| FR – EN
This course demystifies Bayesian statistics and MCMC methods and puts them into practice with R.
12 h |Advanced|More information

5.10 A practical approach to Unix| FR – EN
Do you need to access a Unix computer for your PhD? Or perhaps you are simply curious about this free but complex system? Unix is clearly not in single-click territory! No need to panic, this course is designed for beginners and users with little experience. Learn how to survive on a Unix system, find your way through the jungle of commands, plant environment variables, bounce from one machine to another, defeat hackers by protecting your data! A great way to impress your friends and family… and above all, to prevent computers from holding you back in your doctoral work!
6 h |Introductory|More information

6. Project management

6.1 Introduction to new product development| FR only |
This fun and participative training course teaches the basics of creating innovative projects. By leveraging the knowledge and management tools covered in the course, participants will have an opportunity to formalize and refine their own projects in connection with their doctoral work, their desire to create a company, or even for their own personal fulfillment or associations. The course also strives to be a place for exchanging ideas, where benevolence, good humor, creativity, and mutual support are the keywords, and above all: “Don’t let your dreams be dreams, go for it!”
8 h |Introductory|More information

6.2 Funding research through calls for projects| FR – EN
This course explains how research funding works and how to identify calls for projects according to your needs. You will learn how to implement the project method, how to set up administrative and financial projects, and how to understand the issues at stake.
12 h |Introductory|More information

6.3 Project management – issues, methods, and tools| FR only |
This course will help you understand the project management approach and its relationship to business strategy, as well as how to implement the approach by using specific tools.
6 h |Introductory|More information

6.4 Valorization of research, partnerships, and intellectual property| FR only
Do you want to work on research projects in partnership with a company? Do you want to find out how to protect or promote the results obtained from your research? The goal of this course is to provide you with best practices for setting up research partnerships as well as for protecting and generating value from innovations.
9 h |Intermediate|More information

7. Understanding businesses and entrepreneurship

7.1 Design Thinking for Entrepreneurial Innovation| EN only
Throughout this design course, students will dive into the methodology of design thinking and explore its applications to business strategy. Through a rich learning experience that includes faculty presentations, case studies, small-group workshops, discussions, and hands-on exercises, you will expand your perspective on strategic issues, discover ways to redesign strategy, and learn how to apply design thinking to drive and sustain business success.
6 h |Intermediate|More information

7.2 Market research and business models| FR only
This course will help you understand the benefits of performing market research, an essential step when developing a project or launching an innovation, and creating a business model.
6 h |Intermediate|More information

7.3 MOOC: Creating innovative companies: from idea to startup| FR only
Creating an innovative company is an adventure made up of key steps. The purpose of this MOOC is to explore the journey together.
24 h |Introductory|More information

7.4 MOOC: Funding innovation| FR only
This MOOC focuses on ways to finance innovation, which is a major issue. An idea cannot be developed without capital, no matter how innovative it may be. The course covers how funding works, as well as its specificities and players, and governance in innovative companies.
20 h |Introductory|More information

7.5 Innovation Approach| FR – EN

The aim of this training course is to introduce you to innovation tools illustrated by practical cases for integration into your scientific reflections, thus providing a perspective on the valorization of the projects to which you contribute.
7 h |Introductory|More information

8. Science and society

8.1 Innovation data and data law| FR – EN
This course provides you with the skills needed to meet the new scientific and regulatory challenges of Open Science and prepare you for the new career paths of tomorrow.
12 h |Introductory|More information

8.2 Research ethics and scientific integrity – Level 1| FR only
This two-part course will help you think about and exchange concrete practices that enable you to pursue research that is respectful, ethical, honest, and responsible.
5 – 8 h |Introductory|More information

8.3 Research ethics and scientific integrity – Level 2| FR only
This course is a follow-up to the Level 1 course of the same name. Level 1 is not mandatory, but it is recommended. Level 2 acquaints you with the rules and ethical issues related to research projects in various fields ranging from biomedical research, GMOs, and the use of natural resources and animal models.
3 – 13 h |Intermediate|More information

8.4 The environmental impact of research| FR only
This course presents the global issues of the 21st century through a review of the state of the art of scientific knowledge in this field and related societal debates.
18 h |Introductory|More information

8.5 Mentoring: women and science| FR only
Mentoring is a way to bring seasoned academic professionals together with students or young researchers seeking supervision, guidance, and support. The goal of this course is to share experience and provide helpful advice for pursuing a scientific career, but also to answer individual questions that young women may have, particularly concerning the relationship between their personal life and their professional plans.
20 h |Introductory|More information

8.6 MOCC: Research ethics| FR only
The goal of this course is to promote a culture of scientific integrity within institutions. More than simply imparting knowledge, the aim is to raise awareness about the various issues associated with scientific integrity and encourage a critical approach by presenting the basic elements needed to understand and uphold the requirements of scientific integrity.
15 h |Introductory|More information

8.7 MOOC: Scientific integrity in research professions| FR – EN
Science constitutes a fundamental value in our democratic societies, which promote the desire for knowledge about the world and mankind. Nevertheless, today’s techno-scientific performance and the acceleration of innovations can sometimes be intimidating. Furthermore, the magnitude of the resources involved, a competitive international environment, and conflicts of interest between private and common good also create a climate of mistrust.
Comment assumer nos responsabilités en tant que citoyens et chercheurs à un niveau personnel, collectif et institutionnel?
15 h |Introductory|More information

8.8 MOOC: Open science| FR only
This course covers the evolution and transformation of research practices, from producing scientific knowledge to disseminating it.
8 h |Introductory|More information

8.9 MOOC: Replicable research – methodological principles for transparent science| FR – EN
Have you been taking notes and are having trouble trying to figure out what you meant? Do you use a computer for your calculations and the results change from one day to the next? Would you like to share your data analysis and latest work with your colleagues so that they can reuse it?
This MOOC is designed for PhD students, researchers, Master’s students, teachers, and engineers in all disciplines who want to learn about publishing environments and reliable tools such as Markdown, Gitlab, and Notebooks.
24 h |Introductory|More information

8.10 Open Access, scientific publishing, and digital identity – keys for publishing| FR only
In a national and international context that is particularly conducive to Open Science, this course gives doctoral students the keys to better understand the research world in which they are involved and to publish their work more effectively.
6 h |Introductory|More information

8.11 Writing a Data Paper| FR only
This course teaches you the skills needed to meet the new scientific and regulatory challenges related to open science and prepare you for the new career paths of tomorrow.
6 h |Introductory|More information

8.12 GDPR and health data| FR – EN
This course teaches you the skills needed to meet the new scientific and regulatory challenges of open science and prepare you for the new career occupations of tomorrow.
6 h |Introductory|More information

8.13 GDPR and the research exception| FR only
This course teaches you the skills needed to meet the new scientific and regulatory challenges of open science and prepare you for the new career occupations of tomorrow.
6 h |Introductory|More information

8.14 Research data and DMP: adopting good practices for managing your data| FR only
As soon as you start doing research, you will be collecting, producing, and using data. This course guides you through the various stages of managing research data, regardless of your research discipline, from designing your scientific approach to disseminating your results. It provides you with a range of best practices and tools that can be applied directly. The management of research data concerns all the operations related to collecting, describing, storing, processing, analyzing, and archiving data, as well as making data available.
6 h |Introductory|More information

Webinars and conferences| FR – EN
Webinars and conferences are organized throughout the year on themes such asopen science, ethics and scientific integrity, the environmental impact of research and many others. The dates, places and registration procedures will be communicated to you by email on a case-by-case basis.