The Ph.D. in Transportation Planning and Management is a research-focused doctoral program designed to train advanced scholars and professionals in the planning, operation, policy, and management of transportation systems. Typically offered under the discipline of Transportation Engineering or Transportation Planning and Management at leading universities such as Southwest Jiaotong University (SWJTU), this program is a full-time doctoral program lasting 3–5 years, with instruction primarily in Chinese, while research supervision and guidance may also be available in English for international students.

The program aims to cultivate experts with deep theoretical knowledge, strong analytical abilities, and advanced research skills in transportation system planning, policy development, logistics, and traffic management. Graduates are trained to evaluate, optimize, and implement strategies for urban, regional, and national transportation systems, integrating sustainable practices, intelligent transportation technologies, and economic and environmental considerations into transportation planning and decision-making.

NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements.
It is recommended to verify these on the official university website.