Call for Applications for the Doctoral Programme in Business Administration | Spring 2025
For the Spring 2025 semester, the University of Nicosia announces the opening of three (3) positions for admission to the Doctoral Programme (PhD) in Business Administration.
School | School of Business |
Duration | 3 years |
Number of Positions | Three |
Selection Criteria | Preselection on the basis of evaluation of qualifications, proposal, and possible personal interview |
Application Deadline | 19 January 2025 |
Start Date | February 2025 |
Language | All aspects of the posts below are to be conducted in English (application submission, proposal, programme study, thesis). |
How to apply:
Applicants should indicate in their application documents the specific PhD position of interest and/or the name of the corresponding Research Supervisor, where applicable.
The application must be submitted only via the online procedure available at: https://www.unic.ac.cy/apply
ONE (1) POSITION IN DATA ANALYSIS FOR APPLIED FINANCE OR MANAGEMENT:
This post is for a PhD candidate who is interested in enhancing his/her knowledge, critical and analytical skills, using real-life data analysis.
Topics include (but are not limited to):
- Gender Inequalities / Gender Gaps; Gender Budgeting
- Social and Workplace Inclusion / Diversity
- Job satisfaction and retention / Job design
- Uses of Artificial Intelligence
- Green Finance/ESG/Sustainable Investing
- Topics using financial modelling and forecasting
The candidate is expected to have a background in quantitative methods and statistical analysis.
Research Supervisor: Professor Haritini Tsangari, [email protected]
ONE (1) POSITION IN FINANCE
The financial sector is undergoing a transformation driven by trends in technology and changing consumer preferences. In fintech, advancements like blockchain, decentralized finance (DeFi), and artificial intelligence are reshaping traditional banking and investment practices, offering greater transparency, efficiency, and personalization. Crowdfunding platforms continue to democratize access to capital, enabling startups and creative projects to bypass conventional funding channels, while innovations in peer-to-peer lending introduce new risk-sharing mechanisms. The digital payments landscape is evolving with the rise of mobile wallets, real-time payment systems, and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), which aim to enhance financial inclusion and reduce transaction costs. Together, these trends highlight a shift toward more inclusive, agile, and data-driven financial ecosystems, with implications for regulation, consumer behavior, and global markets.
Research proposals could focus on the following topics:
- New trends in finance
- Fintech Innovations (Blockchain applications in fintech)
- Crowdfunding and Peer-to-peer funding (Dynamics of online funding platforms, Risk assessment and modeling for alternative financing, The role of fintech in democratizing access to capital)
- Digital payments (Digital currencies, including cryptocurrencies and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs, Cross-border payment systems and efficiency improvements)
Research Supervisor: Professor Petros Lois, [email protected]
ONE (1) POSITION IN FINANCE FOCUSED ON ADVANCING RESEARCH IN CORPORATE GOVERNANCE, CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR), IN THE FIELD OF FINANCE.
We invite applications from individuals with a keen interest in:
- Corporate Governance and Board Dynamics: Investigate the complexities of corporate governance, emphasizing board structures and decision-making processes that influence corporate strategy and performance. Research may explore board diversity, leadership dynamics, and governance policies.
- Corporate Social Responsibility: Analyze the integration of CSR within corporate strategy, assessing its relationship on reputation, stakeholder engagement, and financial outcomes.
- Blockchain and Governance: Explore the application of blockchain technology in corporate governance settings, focusing on its potential to enhance transparency, accountability, and control mechanisms within organizations.
- Empirical Financial Markets Research: Conduct quantitative analyses using econometric and statistical methods to explore the relationships between corporate governance and CSR on market behavior and corporate performance.
Candidate Requirements:
- Strong proficiency in quantitative research methods, such as econometrics or statistics, evidenced by prior research, professional experience, or advanced coursework.
- A background in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline at the Bachelor’s or Master’s level.
- Before applying, candidates are required to thoroughly understand the relevant academic literature, identify research gaps, and formulate how their proposed research will address these gaps, highlighting its unique contribution. It is crucial that applicants prepare their research proposals independently, ensuring original thought without external assistance, including AI tools.
Research Supervisor: Dr. Ifigenia Georgiou, [email protected]