PhD Programme in Accounting, Economics, Finance and Management

Overview

The Frankfurt School of Finance and Management invites exceptional doctoral students to join an international research community in Frankfurt. Participants collaborate with faculty members who publish in leading journals within a stimulating, rigorous, and nurturing training environment located in Europe's financial hub. The programme spans five years, beginning with coursework in analytical and methodological foundations during the first two years, followed by a dissertation phase with faculty mentorship and research engagement in years three through five.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to doctoral students seeking a rigorous research training environment in an international scholarly community.

What you get

The programme provides a full tuition waiver, a tax-free stipend, and research or teaching assistantships totalling up to 2,320 euros per month for five years. The salary range is listed from 0 to 2,017.93 euros per month. Graduates receive career development support and gain access to global academic networks, with past graduates securing placements at leading international universities such as Duke University, National University of Singapore, Copenhagen Business School, Chinese University of Hong Kong, HEC Montreal, Mannheim University, Michigan State University, and Johns Hopkins University.

Key dates

The application deadline is 15 January 2027. The programme commences on 1 September 2027.