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 (Mental Health)

Feb 23
2 min read

This doctorate study program is designed for senior nursing professionals, healthcare executives, and academic researchers who seek to advance leadership excellence and generate original research within mental health services. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third European Cycle, the program reflects the highest academic standards and advanced research expectations in mental health nursing management.

As a 100% research-based program, it prepares independent scholars capable of producing innovative, evidence-driven contributions that strengthen mental health systems at clinical, community, and policy levels. Participants critically examine complex themes such as psychiatric service governance, crisis management frameworks, safeguarding and ethical practice, multidisciplinary leadership, workforce strategy, quality assurance systems, recovery-oriented care models, and sustainable mental health policy development.

The academic structure consists of seven integrated modules designed to ensure methodological depth and strategic expertise:

Four research-focused modules developing advanced competencies in research philosophy, qualitative and quantitative methodologies, healthcare analytics, advanced academic writing, and scholarly publication.
Two general modules strengthening strategic leadership, institutional governance, global healthcare management, and high-level health policy analysis.
One specialized module in Nursing Management (Mental Health) addressing executive leadership in psychiatric settings, community mental health system management, service transformation, interdisciplinary coordination, risk governance, and innovation in recovery-oriented mental healthcare delivery.

The program culminates in a comprehensive thesis and structured research activities, enabling candidates to produce substantial and original scholarly contributions that advance mental health nursing leadership and management practice.

With a minimum duration of 18 months and flexible study pathways, participants may extend their academic progression in accordance with professional responsibilities and research scope. This doctorate study program is a strategic pathway for experienced professionals committed to shaping modern mental health systems, strengthening evidence-based governance, and influencing policy and practice at national and international levels.