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 Team Management

Feb 23
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a fully research-based academic pathway designed for senior nursing professionals, healthcare executives, and academic researchers who seek to generate original knowledge and drive strategic transformation in nursing leadership and healthcare management. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third Cycle of the European Higher Education Area, the program emphasizes independent scholarship, advanced analytical competence, and high-level contribution to clinical leadership and healthcare systems.

With a minimum duration of 18 months, the program offers flexibility for candidates to extend their research timeline in accordance with professional responsibilities and the scope of their academic investigation. It is particularly suited for experienced nurse managers, hospital administrators, policy advisors, and healthcare consultants aiming to integrate research excellence with executive-level leadership.

The academic structure consists of seven modules, ensuring both methodological rigor and sector-specific depth:

Four research-intensive modules focusing on advanced research design, healthcare data analytics, workforce modeling, quality improvement science, patient safety research, and scholarly publication strategies.
Two general academic modules strengthening strategic governance, healthcare policy analysis, ethical leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and institutional innovation within complex medical environments.
One specialized module in Nursing Team Management, addressing clinical leadership frameworks, staffing strategy, performance evaluation systems, change management, healthcare quality assurance, communication dynamics within multidisciplinary teams, and evidence-based organizational development.

The program culminates in comprehensive thesis and research activities, enabling candidates to produce original scholarly work that advances theoretical understanding and practical solutions in nursing workforce optimization, patient-centered care models, and institutional effectiveness.

The Doctorate in Nursing Team Management cultivates strategic insight, evidence-based decision-making, and transformative leadership capacity. Graduates are positioned to operate at the highest executive, advisory, research, and policy levels within hospitals, healthcare networks, academic institutions, and regulatory bodies shaping the future of nursing leadership and healthcare delivery systems.