Rennes School of Business (RSB), France is offering two full-time 3-year PhD scholarships for a double degree with Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences (INN), Norway.
Application deadline: 30th April 2032
Short-listing and interviews May 07- May 31 2023.
Start date: September 2023
Research Themes and Environment
These PhD positions form part of a joint initiative between the two institutions’ research centres “Rethinking Tomorrow’s Organisation” (RSB) and the “Center for Research on Digitalization and Sustainability” (INN) linked to the following areas of research:
- Sustainable innovation models and sustainable/circular (business) models
- Sustainable development and value co-creation
- Sustainable innovation/business/entrepreneurship ecosystems and networks
Successful candidates will join a cohort of four PhD students (2 based in RSB and 2 at INN) under the umbrella of this joint initiative, with rich opportunities for collaboration and exchange with each other, the local and international academic and business environments, and with research environments of both institutions.
Rennes School of Business
The mission of our PhD programme is to enable participants to develop the necessary research and analytical skills to bring a valuable contribution to their area of academic expertise. Over the three years of the programme, participants are prepared for international, research-driven academic careers or research positions in multinational companies, organisations or institutions. At Rennes School of Business and Inland University, you will join an animated and varied research community of PhD, post-doctoral students and internationally renowned academic researchers. You will benefit from seminars and workshops delivered by world-class academics, and at RSB join a triple-accredited business school (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA) ranked among the Top 10 in France for international attractiveness and the quality of its Faculty.
European Mobility
During the 3-year PhD program, you will be part of a cohort of four PhD students starting in September 2023, enrolled at both institutions, RSB, France and INN, Norway. You will be based mainly at RSB, under the co-supervision of research faculty from RSB and INN. You will spend your first semester of your first year at INN and will attend seminars and short courses in both institutions over the 3 years. On successful completion the student will be awarded a PhD degree by both institutions.
The Programme
The PhD programme has a standard duration of 36 months for full-time students. In addition to dual supervision, it is structured around methods and specialised courses including advanced quantitative and qualitative method, and a mandatory course on innovation studies, as well as various formats to acquire world class academic skills. At RSB, students will also attend bi-monthly “Expertise” sessions with invited speakers on a range of topics and research methods. Students will present their work at the annual PhD conference, and also take part in an annual progress review. Students are also encouraged to present their work to national and international conferences, with funds available to support attendance. Finally, all students have the opportunity to work as a Postgraduate Teaching Assistant, helping to deliver undergraduate student lectures and tutorials from Year 2 onwards. In addition to contribute to skills development, this experience is a valuable addition to their CV as future academics.
Our offer
- 20,4K euros gross per year over 3 years, all tuition paid
- Funding for European mobility expenses and international conferences
- Possibility of participating in paid teaching, research and supervision at RSB from year 2
- Dedicated space in the Research Lab
- Access to the Learning Center (Registration to main research journals)
- Onboarding service to help you relocate
