Ph.D. Scholarship on Succession Planning in Family Businesses is inviting credible applicants who are willing to The Copenhagen Business School.
The Copenhagen Business School was established in the year 1917, it is considered one of the most prestigious business schools in Western Europe and the world.
The Copenhagen Business School is ranked number 8 in Europe and 30 in the world with over 20,000 students and 2,000 employees.
Benefits of PhD Scholarship on Succession Planning in Family Businesses
A Ph.D. scholarship runs for a period of three years and includes teaching obligations equivalent to six months’ work (840 work hours). The scholarships are fully salaried positions, according to the national Danish collective agreement. The monthly salary is currently approximately DKK 27,871 up to 33,659 depending on seniority and a pension contribution totaling 17.1%. The scholarship includes tuition fees, office space, course and travel costs (according to the current CBS agreement).
Requirements for PhD Scholarship on Succession Planning in Family Businesses Qualification
To be considered the applicant must
- have a basic education at master’s level (corresponding to the 3 + 2 Bologna process)
- have received the grade of 10 (or equivalent) for the mastere’s thesis according to the Danish 7-point grading scale (https://eng.uvm.dk/general-overview/7-point-grading-scale)
- have completed the master’s programme before starting the PhD programme at CBS
- master academic English at a high level in writing and speaking
Interview date, Process and Venue for PhD Scholarship on Succession Planning in Family Businesses
The application must include a five-page project description. The project description must include:
- a presentation of an original research question
- a description of the initial theoretical framework and method
- a presentation of the proposed empirical material
- a work plan for the three years
Documents Required for Application
Copies of the following must be included:
- diploma for bachelor’s degree or other certificates at an equivalent level as well as the grade transcripts
- a concise curriculum vitae (CV)
- a list of articles and publications (if applicable)
- one example of a selected written work (e.g. master’s thesis)
How to Apply
The Recruitment Committee shortlists at least 2-5 applicants to be assessed by the Assessment Committee. Applicants are informed whether their application has proceeded for assessment.
Applicants selected for assessment will be notified about the composition of the Assessment Committee and will receive their personal assessment later. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview. Please note that a positive assessment does not automatically result in an interview.
Once the recruitment process is completed each applicant will be notified of the outcome of their application.
The application must be sent via the online link below.
Copenhagen Business School must receive all application material, including all appendices, by the application deadline.
For more details, visit CBS website.