PhD in AI-Driven Strategy & Decision-Making

RFCSR; Cranfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranfield University invites applications for an AI-mediated strategizing PhD studentship focused on how artificial intelligence influences strategic decision-making within organizations. The successful candidate will work within Cranfield School of Management, benefiting from rigorous training, supervision, and an international research community.

The three-year full-time programme requires a detailed proposal, evidence of strong research ability, and a good command of English, with funding and

Qualifications

• Eligibility: UK first-class or upper second-class undergraduate degree in management, business, information systems, AI, or related fields.
• Submit a detailed research proposal outlining a clear research question, literature context, methodology, expected contribution, and timeline.
• English proficiency as per university requirements.

Responsibilities

• This PhD studentship supports rigorous academic research with structured doctoral training, supervision, and access to international research communities.

Skills

Strategy research

AI in management

Independent research

Academic writing

Interdisciplinary research

Communication

Education

UK first-class or upper second-class undergraduate degree

Job description

Cranfield University invites applications for an AI-mediated strategizing PhD studentship focused on how artificial intelligence influences strategic decision-making within organizations. The successful candidate will work within Cranfield School of Management, benefiting from rigorous training, supervision, and an international research community.

The three-year full-time programme requires a detailed proposal, evidence of strong research ability, and a good command of English, with funding and