PhD Scholarships in Marketing at BI Norwegian Business School BI Norwegian Business School in Norway

The Department of Marketing at BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo is offering PhD scholarships for candidates interested in pursuing advanced research in marketing. This internationally recognized department publishes in top journals such as the Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, and Marketing Science, and covers core areas including marketing, consumer behavior, marketing strategy, and marketing modelling. The department fosters a vibrant research community, with strong faculty collaborations and active participation in leading conferences. Graduates of the PhD programme have secured placements at prestigious institutions worldwide, reflecting the high quality and global relevance of the training provided.

PhD candidates benefit from access to the department’s experimental research lab and close collaborations with industry partners, offering opportunities for field projects, proprietary datasets, and externally funded research. The programme is structured to support progression from early idea exploration to full scholarly independence, with clear milestones, systematic support for publication, funding for major international conferences, and early exposure to leading research arenas. This open call welcomes applicants to propose projects within the department’s core areas.

Eligibility requires completion of a Master of Science degree with thesis work, a research masters/M. Phil degree, or a comparable degree relevant to marketing by early summer 2026. Applicants with strong backgrounds in business, economics, psychology, statistics, or related disciplines are encouraged to apply. Note that an MBA does not meet the requirements. Final year Master of Science students may also apply. BI Norwegian Business School requires a two-year master degree with average grades of B or higher.

The scholarship is for four years, currently set at NOK 572,800 per year (subject to adjustment in 2026), and includes 25% teaching responsibilities and membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund. The place of work is BI Norwegian Business School in Oslo. Candidates must submit all required documents via the electronic application system, including degree certificates and transcripts, Diploma Supplement or equivalent documentation, a 5–10 page project proposal, CV, minimum two letters of recommendation, certificates of previously completed doctoral level courses (if requesting approval), complete list of publications and activities, other relevant certificates and transcripts, signed verification document, and TOEFL/IELTS test scores (waiver possible under certain conditions). Recommendation letters should be emailed directly by referees to [email protected] by the application deadline. Late documents will not be considered, except for students completing their Master’s degree in 2026 who do not yet have a final certificate. Applications cannot be revised after submission, and candidates may be asked to provide further information or attend an interview. Accepted candidates must provide a detailed progress plan.

For further information, contact the Doctoral Administration at BI Norwegian Business School ([email protected]) or visit the department’s website. The application deadline is February 15, 2026. Apply online via the BI Norwegian Business School application system: Application Link.