[AISWorld] Funded PhD student opportunity at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, Canada

[Dr. Dianne Cyr]

Hello - 


I am seeking referral of excellent students for the purpose of doing a funded PhD under my supervision (in conjunction with Dr. Nilesh Saraf) in the Information Systems area at the Beedie School of Business at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, Canada. Start date: September 2014. 

The ideal candidate will have excellent GMAT scores, very good writing skills, and a record of previous publication. 

In addition to pursuing PhD studies, the student will work with us as a Research Assistant on a project focused on the topic of online persuasion. T he central question motivating our research is to understand how design elements of IT systems in service of a particular persuasive agenda should be structured to move users to change their behavior and attitudes. A model has been created and will be tested. Based on findings from this first study, the empirical model will be further validated in two settings – e-commerce and e-health. 


Additional details regarding completing a Ph.D. in the Beedie School of Business: 
  
The Beedie School of Business has a growing international reputation for academic excellence and business research. In particular, we have been recognized for contributions to knowledge creation in the areas of globalization/emerging markets; innovation management; sustainability; and capital and risk management. Rankings sanctioned by diverse organizations including Shanghai Jiao Tong University, University of Texas at Dallas, Social Science Research Network and the Canadian Federation of Business School Deans point to Beedie as a leader in management and business scholarship. (See http://beedie.sfu.ca/rankings ) PhD Program Features 

- Hybrid program (course and mentor-based) 
- Disciplinary rigor plus interdisciplinary relevance 
- Full time (length: 4-5 years) 
- Early match with supervisors 
- Guaranteed financial support Hybrid program (Course and Mentor-based) 

The Beedie PhD program is a hybrid program which combines a rigorous program of doctoral seminars and other graduate course-work, alongside a tailored mentorship with a Faculty member who acts as the student’s senior supervisor. We offer students a PhD program customized to individual interests and abilities. Students collaboratively develop their own curriculum to meet the challenges and opportunities of business and management theory and practice. The goal is to develop highly capable scholars for careers in academia. Disciplinary rigor plus interdisciplinary relevance 

All students specialize in a traditional business discipline - Marketing, Organization Studies, Accounting, MIS, Strategy, Technology Operations Management, International Business –as well as broadening their academic background in one of the interdisciplinary areas that are the Beedie School of Business’ key strengths – Innovation, Globalization/Emerging Markets, Sustainability.  Full time (Length: 4- 5 years) 

Students are expected to complete the degree requirements within 4 – 5 years. The degree requirements include successful completion of the course requirements in addition to the summer project, the comprehensive exam and the thesis requirements. Early match with supervisors 

Central to the Beedie PhD program is the relationship between student and supervisor. This mentoring relationship begins with the application process, through which potential students are matched with supervisors based on their area of research interest, and continues throughout the program. Students typically begin working with supervisors on research as early as their first term. Guaranteed Financial Support 

The PhD Program provides an annual funding package (a minimum of $28,000) including a doctoral studentship for the first four years. How to Apply 

Candidates must apply for admission to the doctoral program. For admission requirements please see http://beedie.sfu.ca/phd/apply/ 
For further information please contact PhD Program Administration at phdbus at sfu.ca or 778.782.6796. 
  
I appreciate any assistance you may be able to provide. 
  



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Dr. Dianne Cyr 
Professor 
Academic Coordinator, Surrey MBA 
Academic Director, Business Technology Management (BTM) Program 
Past Chair, AIS Special Interest Group in Human Computer Interaction 
  


Beedie School of Business 
Simon Fraser University 
Central City Tower 
250 - 13450 102nd Avenue 
Surrey, BC Canada V3T 0A3 
Office Location: Galleria 5056 
Tel: 604.552.9504 
Fax: 778.782.3621 
Email: cyr at sfu.ca 
Website: www.diannecyr.com 

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