Study Fee: Click here to view the t(/study-fee)uition and subscription options.(/study-fee)(/study-fee) Monthly study plans start from €499 per month, depending on the program and level of academic support selected.

Study Method: This program is delivered 100% online, allowing students to study from anywhere in the world with flexible scheduling. Students may also have the option to attend the graduation ceremony in Switzerland, subject to visa approval and travel regulations.

Study Language: The program is delivered in English. Students are expected to have sufficient English language proficiency to complete the coursework and academic requirements.

Applications can be submitted online through our admission portal.(/apply)(/apply) Applicants may also contact or visit our offices in different regions, including: • Europe: Switzerland • GCC: Dubai (UAE) • Asia: Bishkek Our admissions team will guide you through the application and enrollment process.

Programs are offered through a flexible monthly subscription system, allowing students to progress at their own pace while maintaining access to academic resources and support services.

This program has a minimum study period depending on the academic level and program structure. Students may complete the program at their own pace while maintaining an active monthly subscription.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should meet the academic entry requirements for the respective program level. Typical requirements may include: • A previous academic qualification relevant to the program level • A copy of passport or national ID • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume • Completed online application form Additional documents may be requested depending on the program and the institution delivering the program.

Certification / Degree Awarded

Upon successful completion of all academic requirements, students will receive the corresponding certificate or academic degree issued by the responsible institution within the VBNN Smart Education Group network.

Doctorate in Agile and Scrum

Feb 24
2 min read

This doctorate study program is an advanced, research-intensive academic pathway designed for senior professionals, organizational leaders, and scholars who seek to generate original knowledge in agile transformation, Scrum governance, and adaptive leadership systems. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the third European cycle, the program represents the highest level of academic specialization in the field of Agile and Scrum methodologies.

In an era defined by rapid technological change, digital disruption, and evolving customer expectations, organizations must adopt flexible and responsive management frameworks. Agile principles and Scrum practices have become central to product development, IT governance, innovation strategy, and cross-functional collaboration. As a 100% research-based program, this pathway equips candidates with advanced theoretical foundations and methodological expertise to critically examine agile ecosystems, scaling frameworks, sprint performance models, value delivery optimization, and enterprise-level agility.

The program is structured into seven modules:

Four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research design, qualitative and quantitative methodologies, organizational analytics, performance metrics, systems modeling, and academic publishing.
Two general modules that strengthen high-level competencies in strategic leadership, change governance, innovation management, and global organizational dynamics.
One specialized module in Agile and Scrum, addressing agile frameworks, Scrum roles and ceremonies, backlog prioritization models, scaled agile systems, DevOps integration, risk governance, digital transformation strategies, and continuous improvement architectures.

The program culminates in a thesis and comprehensive research activities aimed at producing an original and meaningful contribution to the discipline of agile management and Scrum-based organizational systems.

With a duration of +18 months (minimum duration), the program offers academic flexibility, allowing participants to extend their studies when necessary to ensure depth, rigor, and scholarly impact.

This doctorate study program is particularly suited for executive project directors, senior Scrum masters, product strategists, digital transformation leaders, innovation executives, policy advisors, and academic researchers seeking to shape the future of agile governance and adaptive enterprise systems through advanced research and strategic insight.