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.

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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 Cyber Security Administration

Feb 24
2 min read

This doctorate study program is an advanced, fully research-based academic pathway designed for senior professionals, cybersecurity strategists, policy advisors, and researchers who aim to operate at the highest level of digital governance and cyber defense leadership. Positioned at a level equivalent to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the third European cycle, the program focuses on producing original research that contributes to the evolution of cybersecurity policy, institutional resilience, and global digital security frameworks.

Structured around rigorous academic inquiry, the program consists of seven modules, including:

Four research-intensive modules dedicated to advanced research design, quantitative and qualitative cybersecurity methodologies, cyber risk modeling, data analytics, scientific publishing standards, and research ethics in digital environments.
Two general modules that strengthen theoretical depth in global governance, regulatory systems, digital transformation strategies, organizational leadership, and institutional accountability in technology-driven ecosystems.
One specialized module in Cyber Security Administration, focusing on cyber risk governance, critical infrastructure protection, digital sovereignty, cloud and enterprise security frameworks, AI-driven threat intelligence, compliance architecture, and strategic incident response management.

The program culminates in a substantial doctoral thesis and structured research activities addressing complex contemporary challenges such as cyber warfare strategies, cross-border data governance, regulatory harmonization, advanced cybercrime prevention models, resilience of financial and governmental systems, and emerging technologies in cybersecurity management.

With a minimum duration of 18 months, the program provides academic flexibility, allowing candidates to extend their study period in accordance with the depth and scope of their research. It is particularly suited for chief information security officers (CISOs), cybersecurity directors, digital policy consultants, regulatory advisors, IT governance leaders, and academics seeking to influence cybersecurity frameworks at national and international levels.

Graduates of this doctorate study program develop advanced competencies in:

Designing and governing enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategies
Leading large-scale digital risk and resilience programs
Developing regulatory and compliance frameworks in cybersecurity
Integrating artificial intelligence and advanced analytics into security governance
Shaping policy and institutional responses to evolving cyber threats

This doctorate study program is designed for professionals committed to advancing secure digital ecosystems, strengthening institutional cyber resilience, and contributing original research to the global discourse on cybersecurity administration and digital governance.