PhD scholarship in The Growth Evidence of Dividend of Peace

PhD scholarship in The Growth Evidence of Dividend of Peace

The project will examine theoretical and empirical relationship between peace and economic growth using a global country-panel framework.

Among other things, the project aims to:

  • derive a framework/model to analyze whether peacefulness predict higher real GDP-per-capita growth; 
  • examine whether the economic effect of peace persists over medium-term horizons; 
  • investigate the effect of investment as potential transmission mechanisms; 
  • determine whether other factors like institutional quality and technological advancement influences the relationship between peace and economic growth

The study will construct a comprehensive cross-country dataset using sources such as the World Bank, IMF, ITU, UNCTAD, Penn World Table, and UNDP, Institute for Economics & Peace, and Worldwide Governance Indicators, etc.; and apply advanced econometric techniques to analyze the relationships.

Applicants should possess strong quantitative skills, experience with large datasets, a background in economics, econometrics, data science, or related disciplines; and interest in peace economics.

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$36,245 (2026 rate)

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Candidate must meet all the entry requirements stipulated by RMIT University for PhD admission.

31/12/2031

Candidate should follow the instructions on RMIT website and apply accordingly.

Candidates with strong background and/or interest in economics of peace and quantitative methods are encouraged to apply.

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