Doctoral Scholarship in Agricultural Economics at University of Bonn in Germany, 2013

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PhD Scholarship for African Students  in Micro-macro Linkages and Risk on Local Agricultural Input and Output Markets in West Africa at University of Bonn in Germany, 2013



Study Subject(s): The scholarship is provided to learn Micro-macro Linkages and Risk on Local Agricultural Input and Output Markets in West Africa.

Course Level: This scholarship is for pursuing PhD degree level.

Scholarship Provider: The Center for Development Research and the Institute for Food and Resource Economics

Scholarship can be taken at: Germany

Eligibility:-Very good degree (Diploma or Master) in agricultural economics or related field. – Strong quantitative/mathematical background.

-Very good knowledge of English.

- Experience with mathematical software packages (GAMS, MATLAB) is of advantage.

- Experience in handling statistical databases is of advantage.

- Work experience in developing countries, particularly West Africa, is of advantage.

- African and female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Scholarship Open for Students of Following Countries: The students of Africa can apply for this scholarship.

Scholarship Description: Climate change is expected to affect local markets in West Africa by causing temporal shortages of locally produced food commodities. At the same time, ongoing demographic developments may cause increased demand for food commodities and supply of labor, which contribute to imbalances on the respective markets. Economic analyses of local commodity, services, and factor markets often apply generic assumptions for the behavioral patterns of agents and the underlying institutional constraints.

Number of awards offered: Not Known

Duration of award(s): Scholarship is offered for three years.

What does it cover? The awarded scholarship will cover living, research as well as travel costs.

How to Apply: The mode of applying is electronically.

Scholarship Application Deadline: Do submit your applications till December 15, 2012.

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