PhD Candidate in Marketing
A fully funded 4-year PhD position in Marketing at BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo, Norway.
Best for:Best for recent graduates with an MSc in Marketing or related disciplines who are passionate about research and have a strong academic record.
Overview
This PhD position in Marketing at BI Norwegian Business School offers a fully funded opportunity for candidates to conduct research in a dynamic academic environment. The program emphasizes close supervision and includes a 25% teaching component alongside the primary research focus. Applicants are expected to have a strong academic background in marketing or a related field, with demonstrated research potential and proficiency in English. The position is ideal for those seeking to advance their expertise in marketing theory and practice while contributing to the broader academic community.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent and original research in the field of Marketing, contributing to the advancement of academic knowledge.
- Develop and execute a research proposal aligned with the department’s strategic priorities and your academic interests.
- Participate in teaching activities, including lectures, seminars, and supervision, amounting to 25% of your workload.
- Present research findings at academic conferences and publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.
- Collaborate with faculty members and peers to foster a vibrant research environment.
- Engage in professional development activities to enhance research and teaching skills.
Requirements
Degree required: Master of Science (MSc) degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field with a thesis component.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; TOEFL score of 600 (paper-based) or 100 (internet-based), or IELTS score of 7.0 or higher.
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated research potential with a published thesis or equivalent academic output.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills applicable to marketing research.
- Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research-intensive environment.
- No specific nationality restrictions, but applicants must meet the admission criteria of BI Norwegian Business School.
- Applicants must not have already completed a PhD degree.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-01
Applicants must submit a research proposal, their MSc thesis, official transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a CV through the BI Norwegian Business School application portal. Three letters of recommendation are also required.
- Research proposal outlining the intended PhD project
- MSc thesis or equivalent academic work
- Official transcripts from all previous academic degrees
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS scores)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Three letters of recommendation
Contact
PhD Admissions Office· Admissions Coordinator
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