PhD Applied Economic Analysis and Policy (Trade/FDI and The Environment) in Coventry United Kingdom | Coventry University

The CFCI combines our specialized knowledge in finance, economics, corporate governance, and legal studies to establish an ideal platform for investigating the interconnected and multidisciplinary aspects of modern financial and economic challenges affecting international enterprises. As a postgraduate researcher at the Centre, you'll have the chance to connect with our faculty, participate in our dynamic PhD network, and showcase your work to diverse audiences. The CFCI offers numerous initiatives for our postgraduate research community, such as: 1) Networking Events: frequent gatherings centered on student experiences and professional connections; 2) Seminar Programs: recurring sessions featuring presentations by members, global scholars, and guest speakers; and 3) Focused Workshops: specialized training in areas like quantitative methods and research software.

This focus area connects to two critical policy discussions today. First, environmental policy formulation, which faces competitiveness issues at every level (evident in agreements like the Paris Climate Accord). Second, trade liberalization initiatives, which grapple with disparities in environmental regulations between regions (seen in stalled negotiations like the WTO's Doha Round). Research in this domain is broadening to include wider trade and foreign investment (FDI) subjects. Significant theoretical contributions have emerged regarding trade and market dynamics, while studies on FDI's influence on productivity are gaining increasing attention.