The CBS Auditing Scholarship 2027 in Denmark is an excellent opportunity for qualified researchers seeking a fully funded PhD position in auditing at Copenhagen Business School (CBS). The three-year PhD scholarship is a salaried position that allows candidates to conduct research on contemporary auditing issues while becoming part of an international academic environment.

The scholarship is hosted by the Department of Accounting at Copenhagen Business School, one of Europe's oldest and largest accounting departments. Successful candidates will join the auditing research group and work with experienced supervisors and researchers through the CBS PhD programme.

The research may explore important developments in auditing, including emerging technologies, sustainability, corporate governance, audit regulation, and relationships between auditors and other stakeholders.

CBS Auditing Scholarship 2027 Benefits

The CBS Auditing Scholarship provides financial support throughout the three-year PhD programme. Unlike scholarships that only provide tuition assistance, this opportunity is a fully salaried PhD position under the Danish collective agreement.

Key benefits include:

• A three-year PhD scholarship.
• Monthly salary of approximately DKK 30,264 to DKK 36,877, depending on seniority.
• A total pension contribution of 18.07%.
• Tuition fee coverage.
• Office space at Copenhagen Business School.
• Funding for relevant courses and travel according to the current CBS agreement.
• Teaching obligations equivalent to 416 work hours during the programme.
• Access to an international research environment and academic supervision.

The combination of salary, pension, tuition coverage, and research-related support makes this PhD position suitable for candidates planning a long-term academic career in auditing and accounting research.

Eligibility Criteria for the CBS Auditing Scholarship

Applicants must meet specific academic and language requirements to be considered for the CBS auditing PhD position.

Academic Requirements

Candidates must have completed a basic education at master's level corresponding to the 3+2 Bologna process. The master's programme must be completed before the applicant begins the PhD programme at CBS.

Applicants are also expected to have received a grade of 10 or equivalent for their master's thesis under the Danish 7-point grading scale.

The required weighted grade point average is at least 8.2 for the combined bachelor's and master's degrees or 9.5 for the master's degree alone. Candidates who do not meet these GPA requirements may provide documentation showing that they ranked among the top 40% of their class. In exceptional cases, the grade requirement may be waived.

Applicants must also demonstrate a high level of academic English in both written and spoken communication.

Research Areas for the CBS Auditing PhD

The scholarship is aimed at research that addresses current and emerging issues in auditing. Potential research areas include the development of the audit profession and the impact of emerging technologies such as generative AI.

Other areas include audit firm ownership and private equity, auditing and assurance in sustainable development, regulator-auditor relationships, client-auditor interactions, and auditing within audit firm governance and organizational structures.

Applicants should develop an original research proposal that demonstrates a clear research question and meaningful academic contribution.

How to Apply for the CBS Auditing Scholarship 2027

Applicants must submit their application through the official Copenhagen Business School application system before the deadline.

The application should include a five-page project description covering the following:

• An original research question.
• The initial theoretical framework and research method.
• Proposed empirical material.
• A three-year work plan.

Applicants must also submit their bachelor's and master's diplomas and transcripts. Where applicable, candidates should provide documentation showing that they are in the top 40% of their class.Additional documents include a concise CV, a list of publications if available, and one example of written work, such as a master's thesis.

 Apply through the official CBS website

CBS Auditing Scholarship 2027 Deadline

The application deadline is 11 November 2026. Copenhagen Business School must receive the complete application and all supporting documents by the stated deadline.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their research proposal and supporting documents well in advance. Informal enquiries about the position can be directed to Professor Thomas Riise Johansen at trj.acc@cbs.dk.

What Happens After You Apply?

The recruitment process includes an initial shortlisting stage. A Recruitment Committee selects applicants for assessment by an Assessment Committee. Candidates who proceed are informed about the assessment process and the composition of the Assessment Committee.

Some applicants may subsequently be invited for an interview. A positive assessment does not necessarily guarantee an interview.

CBS also expects PhD students to engage with the international research community. This can include attending international research conferences and spending time at another research institution as a visiting PhD student.

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