Copenhagen Business School (CBS) is seeking motivated students to apply for PhD scholarship in Artificial Intelligence at the Department of Management. The university is now accepting applicants for the 2025/2026 academic year.

To be eligible for the PhD scholarship, applicants must have a master’s degree with a grade of 10 (or equivalent) for their thesis, and a weighted GPA of at least 8.2 (for both bachelor’s and master’s degrees combined) or 9.5 for the master’s degree alone.

Copenhagen Business School (CBS) is one of the largest and most prestigious business schools in Europe, located in the vibrant city of Copenhagen, Denmark. Established in 1917, CBS is renowned for its high academic standards, innovative research, and international outlook. With over 20,000 students from around the world, CBS offers a broad range of programs at undergraduate, graduate, and PhD levels, with a strong emphasis on business, management, and the relationship between business and society.

Application Deadline: 16 March 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Copenhagen Business School (CBS)
• Department: Department of Management, Society and Communication (MSC)
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: Full Salary and Benefits (including teaching obligations, office space, travel costs, and tuition fees)
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: 1
• Nationality: Domestic and International
• The award can be taken in the: Denmark

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All countries are eligible to apply.
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for research in Artificial Intelligence with a focus on its impact on business and society, including topics such as generative AI, governance, responsible technology use, and transformations in management and work.
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Have a master’s level education (following the 3+2 Bologna process).
• A grade of 10 (or equivalent) for the master’s thesis, according to the Danish 7-point grading scale.
• A weighted GPA of at least 8.2 on the Danish 7-point scale (combined bachelor’s and master’s degree) or 9.5 for the master’s degree alone. Documentation for being in the top 40% of the class can be submitted if grade requirements are not met.
• A relevant background in social sciences.
• Completion of the master’s program before starting the PhD.
• Proficiency in academic English (writing and speaking).

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit the following:

• A five-page PhD project description, including the research question, theoretical framework, method, proposed empirical material, and a 3-year work plan.
• Copies of the bachelor’s and master’s degree diplomas, grade transcripts, and proof of top 40% class standing (if applicable).
• A concise curriculum vitae (CV).
• Any relevant publications or written work (e.g., master’s thesis).
• Proof of English language proficiency may be requested later.
  Applications should be submitted via the online application portal before the deadline.
  For more details, refer to the official CBS PhD programme page here.

Benefits

• Full salary and benefits according to the national Danish collective agreement (DKK 28,993 – DKK 35,015 per month, depending on seniority).
• Pension contribution (17.1%).
• Teaching obligations (416 work hours).
• Tuition fees, office space, and funding for courses and travel.
• The opportunity to work in an internationally recognized academic environment and collaborate with leading researchers.

For more information, please contact Head of Department Dorte Salskov-Iversen at [email protected].

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