PhD student in Business Administration

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences Department of Economics in Ultuna 1 PhD student in the research education subject: Business Administration Studies in production and decision analysis in agri-rural business We are looking for an applicant who would like to work with research related to production and decision analysis in agri-rural business with an applied economics approach.Work in this area will target behavioural, economic theory as well as analytical aspects.The position requires a strong interest in quantitative analytical methods, and a background with a balanced mix courses in managerial accounting and control as well as courses in micro-economics. Qualifications A Bachelor in Economics in combination with courses in managerial accounting and control or equivalent is a strong merit.Equally important is ability to communicate in Swedish and English.Applicants with a major in Business administration are also welcome to apply, given that they have a more quantitative background.Forms for funding or employment Employment as PhD student 4 years SLU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A person has basic eligibility for third level education if he or she has taken a second level qualification or has completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, including at least 60 higher education credits at second level.Those who met the requirements for general eligibility before July 1st, 2007, i.e.had completed a programme of higher education for at least 180 Higher education credits or the equivalent, will continue to do so until the end of 2015." Selection among applicants meeting the requirements is made with reference to written application including curriculum vitae, copies of degrees and transcripts of academic records, one copy of the dissertation for masters or undergraduate degree, a list of at least two references familiar with the applicant's qualifications, certified knowledge of the English language and an interview. Read more about the PhD education in the Handbook for postgraduate students Read about the PhD education at SLU at www.slu.se/PhD Applications, marked with ref no 251-715/10, must have arrived at the Registrar of SLU, P.O.