Overview

Focus of the programme

Economics, Finance and Management is a research-oriented doctoral programme focused on advanced economic analysis, financial research, and evidence-based decision-making. From the start of the application process, applicants define their research focus and choose a potential supervisor, ensuring strong alignment between their dissertation topic and the Faculty’s research expertise.

Specialisations and research areas

Students can pursue research in a wide range of fields, including Empirical Economics (Labour and Health), Behavioral and Experimental Economics, Macroeconomics, Finance, Regional and Transport Economics, Public Economics and Administration, Business Management, and Environmental Economics. The programme also offers the option of a collaborative PhD, allowing students to link their professional experience with academic research.

Career paths

Graduates are prepared for international academic careers, including postdoctoral positions, as well as for high-level analytical and research roles in multinational companies, international institutions, public administration, financial organisations, and other research-driven environments. The programme supports careers that combine scientific excellence with real-world impact.

Programme Structure

The doctoral study is highly individualised and based on an Individual Study Plan prepared in cooperation with the supervisor. The four-year programme combines doctoral courses, independent research, publication activity, teaching experience, and regular progress evaluations. Key milestones include annual TAC evaluations, an international internship, internal defence, and final dissertation defence.

Audience

The programme is intended for highly motivated graduates with a strong academic background in economics, finance, management, or related disciplines who aim to pursue research-oriented careers. It is suitable both for candidates targeting academic careers and for professionals interested in a collaborative PhD linking scientific research with practice.

Lecturers

Teaching and supervision are provided by experienced academic staff of the Faculty of Economics and Administration whose research expertise covers a wide range of fields in economics, finance, and management. Students work closely with their chosen supervisor and may also collaborate with other researchers within the faculty or external research institutions.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brno, Czech Republic

Disciplines

Economics Finance Management Studies View 5 other PhDs in Finance in Czech Republic

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The applicant attaches the following documents to the electronic application form:

Dissertation project in English

Structured professional CV (and/or with an attached list of publications)

Motivation letter in English

Proof of achieved education

Consent of the potential supervisor to lead the applicant
Recommended: a diploma (or Bachelor’s) thesis or an article or output prepared when participating in a research project

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

Free

Living costs

Brno

Czech Republic

13555 - 21979 CZK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

For the standard four-year period of study, doctoral students are entitled to a scholarship. The basic amount is determined by the currently valid measures of the Rector and ECON MUNI. During the standard period of study, the scholarship is approximately CZK 20,000 net per month and may increase with active involvement in teaching or participation in external research projects.

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