The program is open to students from all countries, provided they hold a master's degree or equivalent and have sufficient level of formal training. English language proficiency is also required.
The VGSF is a center of excellence in finance, located in Vienna, Austria. The VGSF’s main activities are academic research and PhD education. The VGSF offers a stimulating learning and research environment to outstanding students from around the world.
The VGSF PhD program in finance consists of two parts: rigorous coursework and work on the PhD thesis. The students will attend courses covering all major topics in finance and analytical methods required for research. In particular, the courses focus on Corporate Finance, Asset Pricing and Quantitative Methods in Finance.