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 Nursing Management

Feb 23
2 min read

This doctorate study program is designed for senior healthcare professionals, academic leaders, and executive nursing practitioners who aim to contribute at the highest level of research, policy development, and strategic healthcare leadership. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third European Cycle, the program reflects advanced academic rigor and international research standards in the field of nursing management.

As a 100% research-based program, it is structured to cultivate independent researchers capable of generating original knowledge and driving transformation within healthcare systems. Participants critically engage with contemporary challenges in nursing leadership, healthcare governance, organizational transformation, workforce strategy, patient safety frameworks, and health policy implementation at institutional and national levels.

The academic framework consists of seven modules, carefully designed to ensure methodological depth and field-specific expertise:

Four research-focused modules that develop advanced competencies in research philosophy, quantitative and qualitative methodologies, healthcare data analysis, academic publishing, and high-level scholarly writing.
Two general modules that strengthen strategic leadership, global healthcare management, policy analysis, and institutional governance capabilities.
One specialized module in Nursing Management dedicated to advanced topics such as executive nursing leadership, healthcare system innovation, quality assurance systems, risk management, sustainable healthcare models, and interdisciplinary coordination.

The program culminates in a comprehensive thesis and structured research activities, enabling candidates to produce substantial, original contributions to the discipline of nursing management and healthcare administration.

With a minimum duration of 18 months and flexible study options, participants may extend their academic pathway in alignment with their professional responsibilities and research scope. The program prepares graduates for senior leadership roles in hospitals, healthcare organizations, regulatory bodies, academic institutions, and international health agencies.

This doctorate study program is a pathway for experienced professionals committed to shaping the future of nursing leadership and advancing evidence-based healthcare management at a global level.