Combined study

4 years

prof. Ing. Jana Korytárová, Ph.D.

Chairman :
prof. Ing. Jana Korytárová, Ph.D.
Vice-chairman :
doc. Ing. Tomáš Hanák, Ph.D.
Councillor internal :
prof. Ing. Tomáš Meluzín, Ph.D.
doc. JUDr. Ing. Zdeněk Dufek, Ph.D.
doc. Ing. Vít Hromádka, Ph.D.
prof. Ing. Jiří Vala, CSc.
doc. Ing. Eva Vítková, Ph.D.
prof. Ing. Drahomír Novák, DrSc.
Councillor external :
doc. Ing. Daniela Špirková, Ph.D.
Ing. Pavel Kocanda, Ph.D.
doc. Ing. Pavel Žufan, Ph.D.

Doctoral study program Construction Management focuses on scientific preparation, methodology of scientific work and the development of knowledge in the field of investment project management, innovation management, project management, business management, strategic management, spatial economy and forensic engineering. The scientific preparation in this field is based on mastering the initial theoretical disciplines of science and the theoretical and scientific disciplines in the field of applied sciences and is also aimed at acquiring the necessary habits of students for independent scientific research and creative activities in research and development in solving current theoretical problems and questions arising from practice requirements. During the study the student gains both new theoretical knowledge and new own experience from preparation, realization and evaluation of necessary experiments. The dissertation thesis is focused on the evaluation of the current state of development of the solved problems in the Czech Republic and abroad, on the definition of the subject and methodology of the topic under development and especially on the creative contribution proven by acquiring new partial knowledge and regularities. His knowledge of foreign languages ​​will enable him to study abroad as well.
The aim of the study is also to involve students in the preparation and solution of national and international scientific research projects, presentation of achieved results at national and international scientific and professional conferences and their publication in professional and scientific foreign and domestic journals.

Graduates of the doctoral study program Civil Engineering Management are ready to apply in development, research and top management in the field of Civil Engineering.
The graduate gains knowledge in the field of theoretical knowledge of construction, management, construction economics, scientific work and also new own experience from preparation, realization and evaluation of necessary experiments concerning modeling and simulation of technical-economic tasks. The acquired skills reinforce the graduate's ability to solve difficult and unconventional problems related to the management of costs, time, value and risk of construction works on the supply side (construction enterprises) and on the investor side (construction investment projects). He / she is capable of independent scientific research and independent creative work in the field of research and development in the field of construction and economics.
The graduate has the skills for immediate application in the field of construction management in practice and in research teams, has a deep and systematic knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and methods. Continuous active scientific activity is also a prerequisite not only to achieve the ability to communicate in a comprehensible and convincing way own knowledge in the field to other members of the scientific community at international level and to the general public, but also to find graduates as academic and scientific researchers with the possibility of career and professional growth.

Graduate of the proposed doctoral study program Management of Civil Engineering is after graduation ready to apply in development, research and top management in the field of Civil Engineering. The graduate gains knowledge in the field of theoretical knowledge of construction, management, construction economics, scientific work and also new own experience from preparation, realization and evaluation of necessary experiments - technical-economic modeling and simulation. Within the acquired skills the graduate is able to solve challenging and unconventional problems associated with the management of costs, time, value and risks related to construction parts on the supply side (construction companies) and on the investor side (investment projects of construction works). He / she is capable of independent scientific research and independent creative work in the field of research and development in the field of construction and economics.
The graduate has the skills for immediate application in the field of construction management in practice and in research teams, has a deep and systematic knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and methods. Ongoing active scientific activity is also a prerequisite not only to achieve the ability to communicate intelligently and convincingly own knowledge in the field to other members of the scientific community at international level and to the general public, but also to the possible employment of graduates as academic and scientific researchers of universities, research institutions and expert institutes with the possibility of career and professional growth.

Fulfillment of the subjects of the individual study plan, successful completion of the state doctoral examination, foreign experience, relevant creative activity and successful defense of the dissertation.

The rules and conditions for the creation of study plans of study programs carried out at the Faculty of Civil Engineering of the BUT define:
Rules of BUT study programs (www.vutbr.cz/uredni-deska/vnitrni-predpisy-a-dokumenty), which according to Article 1, paragraph 1, point:
c) defines the processes of creation, approval and changes of study program proposals before their submission for accreditation to the National Accreditation Office for Higher Education,
d) lays down the formal requirements for study programs and courses,
e) defines the obligations of study program and subject guarantors,
f) defines the standards of study programs at BUT,
g) defines the principles of quality assurance of study programs.
Study and Examination Regulations of the Brno University of Technology (www.vutbr.cz/uredni-deska/international-details-and-documents)
Details of the conditions for study at the Faculty of Civil Engineering of the BUT are governed by the Dean's Directive )
The PhD student studies according to an individual study plan, which is elaborated by the supervisor in cooperation with the PhD student. The individual study plan is binding for the doctoral student. It specifies all duties set in accordance with the BUT Study and Examination Regulations that a doctoral student must fulfill in order to successfully complete his / her studies.
During the first three semesters, the doctoral student consists of compulsory, compulsorily elective or at the same time, it is intensively engaged in its own study and analysis of knowledge in the field determined by the topic of the dissertation and continuous publication of the knowledge and results obtained in this way. In the following semesters, the doctoral student focuses more on research and development related to the topic of the dissertation, on the publication of the results of his / her creative work and on his / her own dissertation. By the end of the fifth semester, the doctoral student has passed the state doctoral examination. The doctoral student is also involved in pedagogical activities, which is a part of his scientific preparation.
The individual study plan includes scientific outputs in individual years:
- regular publishing activity (Juniorstav and similar),
- participation in scientific conferences at home and abroad,
- for defense of DZP it is necessary to publish - min. 2x Scopus or 1x WOS with impact factor.

At the Faculty of Civil Engineering, BUT, barrier-free access to all teaching rooms is currently provided. However, students must be physically fit to be qualified as a civil engineer. In practically oriented laboratory teaching, they must be able to operate measuring instruments and similar laboratory equipment independently without endangering themselves or their surroundings.
BUT provides support to students with specific needs, for details see Guideline 11/2017 (www.vutbr.cz/uredni-deska/international-documents-and-documents/-d141841/uplne-zneni-smernice-c-11- 2017-p147550).
In order to promote equal access to higher education, BUT incorporates the Alfons Advisory Center, part of the BUT Institute of Lifelong Learning, to provide guidance and support services to applicants and students with specific educational needs. Specific educational needs include learning disabilities, physical and sensory disabilities, chronic somatic illness, autistic spectrum disorders, impaired communication skills and mental illness (alfons.vutbr.cz/o-nas).
Students are provided with information concerning the accessibility of study programs with respect to the specific needs of the applicant, information about the architectural accessibility of individual faculties and university parts, about accommodation at the BUT dormitory, about the possibilities of adapting the admission procedure and adapting the study itself. Other services of the Center for Students with Special Educational Needs also include interpreting and rewriting services, or assistance services - guiding, spatial orientation, in order to enable these students to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in the same way as other students. This is done through the so-called adaptation of study, ie by appropriate adjustment of the study regime, which cannot be understood as a simplification of the content of study or relief of study obligations.

Doctoral study program Construction Management is a continuation of the follow-up Master's study program Civil Engineering, especially in the field of study Construction Management, respectively. as well as other fields of study and nursing master's degree programs. After accreditation of the follow-up master's study program Civil Engineering - Management of Civil Engineering for this program.

1. round (applications submitted from 01.04.2025 to 31.07.2025)

1. Analysis of Supply and Demand in the Field of Energy Savings in Property Operations

   The European Green Deal, along with subsequent European and national legislation, subsidy programs, and ultimately the energy crisis, have significantly influenced investor demand for energy-efficient solutions in property operations. On one hand, demand for energy-saving solutions has increased, while on the other, the supply of service providers in the energy efficiency sector has undergone dynamic changes. A new solar boom has emerged, and a massive wave of building renovations is underway. However, the key question remains: what are the actual impacts of these developments, and what lessons can be learned for the future?

   This topic is relevant not only from the perspective of public policy but also for the private sector, which is responding to growing requirements for building energy efficiency. Previous research has primarily focused on the demand side, while the supply side and its adaptation to these changes have received less attention.

   The objective of this study is to quantify the impact of economic and legislative changes on the building renovation sector in the Czech Republic, considering both the perspective of investors and companies providing energy efficiency services. The study will also include proposals for effective public policy recommendations and the transposition of European regulations into Czech legislation.

   Tutor: Dufek Zdeněk, doc. JUDr. Ing., Ph.D.

2. Optimization of Surface Material Composition in Social Service Facilities with Regard to Life Cycle Costs

   Efficient building management in the social service sector requires a comprehensive approach that integrates civil engineering, facility management, and hygiene requirements. The selection of surface materials, particularly flooring and wall cladding, has a significant impact not only on investment and operational costs but also on durability and hygiene standards within these facilities. A specific challenge is the long-term impact of disinfectants on surfaces, which can lead to accelerated degradation, increased maintenance costs, and the need for more frequent replacements.

   The objective of this dissertation is to analyze the impact of various surface materials on the overall life cycle costs (LCC) in social service facilities. The research will focus on comparing investment, operational, and renewal costs of different materials and assessing their resistance to disinfectants. A key aspect of the study will be experimental testing of commonly used flooring and wall surfaces and their interaction with disinfectants containing different active substances. Simulating repeated exposure over several weeks will enable an evaluation of changes in appearance, mechanical properties, and chemical degradation of materials. Non-destructive testing (NDT) methods will be used for the analysis of surface changes after exposure.

   Based on the experimental findings, the study will propose an optimal selection of flooring and wall cladding for different operational zones (hallways, rooms, sanitary areas, dining spaces) considering hygienic requirements, material durability, and economic efficiency. The dissertation will provide recommendations for optimizing hygiene while extending the lifespan of surfaces, including the best combinations of materials and disinfectants.

   Tutor: Dufek Zdeněk, doc. JUDr. Ing., Ph.D.