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 International Business Law (LLD)

Feb 21
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a highly advanced, 100% research-based academic pathway designed for experienced legal professionals, academics, policymakers, and senior executives seeking to develop authoritative expertise in International Business Law. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the third European cycle of higher education, the program emphasizes original research, critical legal theory, comparative jurisprudence, and strategic analysis of complex transnational legal systems.

With a minimum duration of 18 months and flexible extension options, the program is structured to accommodate senior professionals while maintaining rigorous academic standards. It is specifically designed for individuals who aim to contribute meaningfully to global legal scholarship, regulatory development, international dispute resolution, and corporate legal strategy.

The academic structure consists of seven modules:

Four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research design, qualitative and quantitative legal methodologies, comparative legal analysis, doctrinal and interdisciplinary approaches, academic publishing standards, and high-level scholarly writing.
Two general modules that strengthen global governance perspectives, regulatory theory, ethics in international legal systems, institutional analysis, and leadership within complex legal environments.
One specialized module concentrated on International Business Law, covering advanced topics such as multinational corporate structures, international trade regimes, investment protection frameworks, arbitration systems, cross-border mergers and acquisitions, compliance governance, digital commerce regulation, and evolving global regulatory architectures.

The program culminates in the preparation of a substantial doctoral thesis and structured research activities demonstrating original contribution to knowledge in the field of International Business Law. Participants are expected to critically assess international treaties, examine regulatory convergence and divergence across jurisdictions, and develop innovative legal interpretations that address contemporary global challenges.

This doctorate study program is particularly suited for senior lawyers, judges, arbitrators, compliance directors, policymakers, academics, and corporate leaders who seek to operate at the highest level of international legal expertise. It supports the development of advanced analytical capacity, strategic legal reasoning, and independent scholarly authority.

Graduates of this program demonstrate the ability to produce high-level academic research, influence regulatory frameworks, advise multinational organizations, and contribute to global legal discourse. The curriculum reflects modern international realities, including geopolitical trade shifts, digital transformation of commerce, transnational regulatory compliance, sustainable corporate governance, and international dispute settlement mechanisms.

By combining deep theoretical foundations with applied global legal relevance, the Doctorate in International Business Law (LLD) prepares participants to shape the future of international legal systems and business governance in an increasingly interconnected and regulated world.