Fully Funded PhD Positions in Accounting, Finance, and Taxation at University of Mannheim University of Mannheim in Germany

The Graduate School of Economic and Social Sciences (GESS) at the University of Mannheim is offering 12 fully funded PhD positions in Accounting, Finance, and Taxation, starting September 2026. These positions are part of the Center for Doctoral Studies in Business (CDSB), which provides internationally recognized teaching and interdisciplinary training at one of Europe’s most prestigious business schools (triple accredited: AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA).

PhD students will benefit from structured coursework, professional skills training, and access to leading databases and libraries. The program is taught entirely in English and guarantees funding for the full duration, with no tuition fees. Research stays with partner universities worldwide and a strong academic placement record (including Stanford, Wharton, Bocconi, Erasmus, ECB) are highlights of the program.

Specializations include Financial & Managerial Accounting, Sustainability/ESG Reporting, Analytics, Asset Pricing, Corporate Finance, Behavioral Finance, Machine Learning, NLP, Public Economics, Business Taxation, Data Science, and collaboration with ZEW. The doctoral program consists of a course phase (core and elective courses, area seminars, English Academic Writing, bridge courses) and a research phase (independent research, dissertation proposal, thesis defense).

Applicants should hold a relevant master’s degree or equivalent in business, economics, finance, accounting, or related fields, with strong academic records and quantitative research skills. All programs are taught in English, and international students are welcome. The program awards the Dr. rer. pol. degree upon successful completion.

Application deadlines are January 15, 2026 (early) and March 31, 2026 (final). For more information and to apply, visit the official GESS website. This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking global exposure, full funding, and preparation for the international academic job market.