NHH Norwegian School of Economics is pleased to announce Fully funded PhD Research Scholar Positions in ENERPOL Doctoral Network starting in August 2026. These positions offer an excellent opportunity for highly motivated candidates to engage in advanced research and gain comprehensive training in economics, business administration, and management sciences within a vibrant international academic community.
The eligibility for the PhD Research Scholar positions at NHH Norwegian School of Economics requires applicants to have normally completed a five-year Master of Science (MSc) degree or equivalent in Economics and Business Administration or a related field such as Social Sciences, Psychology, Philosophy, Mathematics, Management, or Law.
NHH Norwegian School of Economics (Norges Handelshøyskole, NHH) is Norway’s premier business school, established in 1936 in Bergen as the country’s first institution dedicated to business and management education. Today, NHH is widely recognized as a leading center for research and teaching in economics, business administration, and management sciences both in Norway and the broader European region.
Norges Handelshøyskole Information
Founded in 1936, Norges Handelshøyskole (Norwegian School of Economics) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Bergen (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Hordaland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Kunnskapsdepartementet, Norge (Ministry of Education, Norway), Norges Handelshøyskole (NHH) is a small (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Norges Handelshøyskole (NHH) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 83 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 0-10% making this Norwegian higher education organization a most selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Application Process
Applicants should submit an online application via NHH’s recruitment system by the deadline stated in the official call. The application must include:
Curriculum Vitae
Motivation letter
Copies of academic transcripts and diplomas
Research statement outlining interest in the ENERPOL themes
Proof of English proficiency