[UK] PhD Research Studentship on Micro-analysis of Coaching as a Process at The School of Business, Oxford Brookes University

Closing date: 15 April 2009
Coaching is becoming an important element in the development of individuals in organisations. Various studies show that coaching is delivering the results that are valuable for individuals and organisations. However, the very central question of what coaching actually is and what coaches do in principle and in comparison to other types of practices and interventions remains unexplored. Systematic analysis of this issue could create a significant shift in what is perceived as best practices in coaching. PhD candidates are invited to examine the elements of the coaching process that occur during a coaching session that could be identified as unique and consistent for coaching approaches in various contexts and genres, from performance coaching to developmental coaching. An interest in the analysis of coaching conversations with a focus on behavioural, attitudinal and relational aspects would be expected.

Contact for informal inquiries and further information about the project:

Dr. Tatiana Bachkirova
email: tbachkirova@brookes.ac.uk

or

Dr. Elaine Cox
email: ecox@brookes.ac.uk

Applicants should have a good Honours degree with 2:1 and normally a masters degree within a relevant discipline.

The full-time studentship, which includes an element for teaching will be for 3 years, subject to satisfactory progress. The bursary will be £20,000 pa plus student fees.

For details regarding how to apply please download the application form, reference form and additional information.

Completed applications forms should be sent directly to:

Business School HR Team,
Oxford Brookes University,
Business School,
Wheatley Campus,
Wheatley, OX33 1HX
email: hr-bs@brookes.ac.uk