CBS 2025 PhD Scholarships in Information Systems & Data Science

The PhD scholarship is designated as an independent research project, forming part of a collaborative research project between CBS and Danske Bank on “AI, financial services, and market leadership under uncertainty.” The collaboration comprises several research activities, including this scholarship. The research collaboration follows Danske Bank’s strategic focus on AI. The setup allows for immersion in Danske Bank’s AI-focused function, with expected physical presence at Danske Bank’s headquarters as well as CBS’ premises in central Copenhagen (physical presence during office hours is a requirement). Qualifications to conduct research using qualitative methods focused on interviews and observations are fundamental, while the conduct of quantitative analysis and/or experiments may also be relevant. Domain knowledge in digitalization and a keen interest in pushing the theories of Information Systems are a requirement for this scholarship. Domain knowledge of financial services, strategy, organization, and innovation will be considered as bonus attributes. Personal competence and skills to engage with and integrate into the host organization are essential for the successful conduct of the research.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: August 20, 2025
2. Study Level: PhD
3. Country to Study: Denmark
4. School to Study: Copenhagen Business School (CBS)
5. Sponsor: Copenhagen Business School (CBS)
6. Eligible Gender: Men and Women

Eligibility Criteria for CBS 2025 PhD Scholarships in Information Systems & Data Science

To be considered, the candidate should have basic training at the master's level (similar to the 3 + 2 Bologna process). An educational background in the social sciences is necessary. The applicant must have successfully completed a Master's degree before commencing the PhD at CBS. The applicants must be fluent in English.

The application must include a 5-page research proposal. This research proposal should be inspired by the specific elements of the PhD Scholarship described above. It should contain an argumentation for the study leading to an original research question, a description of the initial theoretical framework and methodology, a presentation of the suggested empirical material, and a work plan.

Benefits of CBS 2025 PhD Scholarships in Information Systems & Data Science

A PhD scholarship runs for a period of 3 years and includes teaching obligations equivalent to ½ year’s work (840 work hours). The scholarships are fully salaried positions, according to the national Danish collective agreement. The scholarship includes the tuition fees, office space, travel grants, plus a salary, currently starting at approximately DKK 28,350 up to DKK 35,000 per month, depending on seniority, plus a pension contribution totaling 18.07%.

The salary level and appointment is determined by the Ministry of Finance’s collective agreement with the Central Academic Organization.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Copenhagen Business School (CBS) on candidate.hr-manager.net to apply

The Recruitment Committee expects to shortlist at least two to five applicants to be assessed by the Assessment Committee. All applicants will be notified of their status in the recruitment process shortly after the application deadline.

Applicants selected for assessment will be notified about the composition of the Assessment Committee and, later in the process, about the result of the assessment.

Once the recruitment process is completed, each applicant will be notified of the outcome of their application.

Applications must be sent via the electronic recruitment system, using the link.

Copenhagen Business School must receive all application material, including all appendices, by the application deadline.

For more details, visit Copenhagen Business School Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

August 15, 2025

Application Link(s)

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