FinTech, Financial Innovation and Strategic Value Creation

About the Project

This PhD research opportunity is designed for candidates interested in how financial technology, digital finance, and financial innovation are reshaping value creation in global business. Possible research directions include digital banking, fintech adoption, mobile payments, open banking, blockchain-enabled financial services, financial inclusion, and the strategic transformation of financial institutions.

The project is particularly suited to experienced professionals from banking, investment, fintech, consulting, regulation, or corporate finance who wish to examine how new financial technologies influence competition, customer access, strategic positioning, and organizational performance.

Candidates may pursue qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods research, depending on the research question and available data. Comparative international research is especially welcome, including studies across developed and emerging markets.