DenmarkCBS Auditing Scholarship offers a three-year salaried PhD position in Auditing at Copenhagen Business School focused on contemporary concerns in auditing, including technologies, firm governance, sustainability, and regulator-auditor interactions. The PhD project should engage with firms and professionals and aim to contribute to academic, public, professional, and company-level debates.
The scholarship is hosted by the Department of Accounting at Copenhagen Business School (CBS). The department is one of the oldest and largest accounting departments in Europe with an international research environment; the PhD candidate will join the department’s auditing research group and work closely with supervisors and the broader CBS PhD programme.
CBS Auditing Scholarship Benefits
- A PhD scholarship runs for a period of three years and includes teaching obligations corresponding to 416 work hours.
- The scholarships are fully salaried positions, according to the national Danish collective agreement.
- The monthly salary is currently approximately DKK 30,264 up to DKK 36,877 depending on seniority and a pension contribution totaling 18.07%.
- The scholarship includes tuition fees, office space, course and travel costs (according to the current CBS agreement).
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CBS Auditing Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Have a basic education at master’s level (corresponding to the 3 + 2 Bologna process).
- Have received the grade of 10 (or equivalent) for the master’s thesis according to the Danish 7-point grading scale (https://ufm.dk/en/education/the-danish-education-system/grading-system).
- Have a weighted grade point average of at least 8.2 on the Danish 7-point grading scale for the bachelor’s and master’s degree combined or alternatively a weighted grade point average must be at least 9.5 for the master’s degree alone. If the grade point average is not met, documentation for being in the top 40% of the class is also accepted. In rare cases, the grade requirement can be waived.
- Have completed the master’s programme before starting the PhD programme at CBS.
- Master academic English at a high level in writing and speaking.
How to Apply for CBS Auditing Scholarship
- The application (see link below) must include a five-page project description.
- The project description must include: a presentation of an original research question; a description of the initial theoretical framework and method; a presentation of the proposed empirical material; a work plan for the three years.
- In addition to the project description, include copies of: diploma for bachelor’s and master’s degree or other certificates and grade transcripts; documentation for being in the top 40% of the class (if grade requirements are not met); a concise curriculum vitae (CV); a list of articles and publications (if applicable); one example of a selected written work (e.g. master’s thesis).
- The application must be sent via the online link below. Copenhagen Business School must receive all application material, including all appendices, by the application deadline.
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Applications close on Wednesday, 11 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the CBS Auditing Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, application contents, and contact information based on the official CBS listing.
What is the length and nature of the CBS PhD scholarship in auditing?
The PhD scholarship runs for a period of three years and includes teaching obligations corresponding to 416 work hours. The position is a salaried PhD scholarship under the national Danish collective agreement and includes tuition fees, office space, course and travel costs according to the CBS agreement.
Who is eligible to apply for the auditing PhD position?
Applicants must have a basic education at master’s level (3+2 Bologna), have completed the master’s programme before starting the PhD, master academic English, and meet grade requirements: grade 10 for the master’s thesis and a weighted GPA of at least 8.2 combined or 9.5 for the master’s alone, or documentation for being in the top 40%.
What should be included in the project description?
The application must include a five-page project description presenting an original research question, a description of the initial theoretical framework and method, a presentation of proposed empirical material, and a detailed work plan for the three years.
What supporting documents are required with the application?
Applicants must include diplomas for bachelor’s and master’s degrees and grade transcripts; documentation for being in the top 40% if needed; a concise CV; a list of articles and publications if applicable; and one example of selected written work, such as a master’s thesis.
Is the scholarship funded and what does it cover?
Yes. The scholarship is fully salaried according to the Danish collective agreement. It covers salary (approximately DKK 30,264 to DKK 36,877 depending on seniority), pension contribution (18.07%), tuition fees, office space, course and travel costs as per CBS agreement.
What research themes are encouraged for proposals?
CBS welcomes proposals on topics such as the making of the audit profession and emerging technologies (including generative AI), audit firm ownership and private equity, auditing and assurance in sustainable development, regulator-auditor interaction, client-auditor interaction, and auditing within audit firm organization and governance.
How does the recruitment process work?
The Recruitment Committee shortlists at least two to five applicants for assessment by the Assessment Committee. Applicants are informed if their application proceeds. Selected applicants receive information on the Assessment Committee composition and may be invited for an interview; a positive assessment does not guarantee an interview.
Who can I contact for informal enquiries about the position?
Candidates are encouraged to contact Professor Thomas Riise Johansen for informal discussions and information about the position before submitting the application. Contact is provided as trj.acc@cbs.dk in the official listing.
What is expected of CBS PhD students regarding mobility and conferences?
The CBS PhD programme is highly international; PhD students are expected to participate in international research conferences and to spend time at another research institution as visiting PhD students. The programme includes research-related PhD courses and supervision by CBS faculty.
What is the application deadline for this PhD position?
All application material must be received by Copenhagen Business School by the application deadline of 11 November 2026, as stated in the official position listing.
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