PhDEconomics
| Study location | Lithuania, Vilnius, On Campus |
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| Academic field | Economy and Business (ISCED 01028) Economics (JACS L100) |
| Type | Doctoral, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 4 years (30 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | PhD (PhD candidate position in the Development of Digital Economy) |
| Course code | Economics S004 |
| Tuition fee | €12,449 per year Part-time studies (6-year) 8 229,00 |
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| Application fee | €100 one-time |
| Entry qualification | Postgraduate diploma (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | English International applicants to whom English is not a native language need to provide a proof of their English language proficiency. Exceptions are made only for applicants who have completed their previous studies fully in English. One of the following is accepted: |
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| Other requirements | At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. A relevant portfolio is required. Please upload your research proposal including the abstract, literature review, research objectives, research questions, methodology and bibliography. - Certified copies of the Master’s degree diploma and its supplement with grades or higher education equivalent to it; |
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Overview
PhD candidate position in the Development of Digital Economy
Open application for a doctoral candidate in Economics
The doctoral candidate position is available at the Faculty of Business Management, Department of Economics Engineering. Applicants interested in other research topics related to the digital economy are also welcome to apply.
Research topic description
The development of the digital economy includes research on how societies and economies transform and adapt to the new digital era, which has a boom during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research is focused (but not limited to) on understanding how digital tools and platforms are reshaping industries, altering workforce dynamics, and influencing global economic trends. The digital economy might be analysed from different perspectives: businesses, society, policymakers, government institutions, etc. The topic could include an investigation of technological innovations such as artificial intelligence and blockchain as drivers of the digital economy.
The selected candidate will work on the PhD thesis under the supervision of Prof Dr Viktorija Skvarciany. The successful applicant will have to attend scientific conferences, meetings and internships at the other universities.
Requirements
• Required background: financial, economic
• Expected skills and knowledge: academic writing, communication, data analysis, ability to adapt and learn, problem-solving, research and critical thinking.
It is a prerequisite you can be present at and accessible to the institution daily.
For more information
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. The position may not be opened if no qualified candidate is found. Additional information regarding the post may be obtained from Prof. Dr Viktorija Skvarciany, e-mail: viktorija.skvarciany@vilniustech.lt.
Programme structure
The PhD programme consists of:
· Independent research under supervision;
· Courses for PhD students (approximately 30 ECTS credits);
· Participation in research networks, including placements at other, primarily foreign, research institutions;
· Teaching or another form of knowledge dissemination, which is related to the PhD topic when possible;
· The completion of a PhD thesis.
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