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 Nutrition and Food Service Management

Feb 18
2 min read

The Doctorate in Nutrition and Food Service Management is a 100% research-based doctorate study program designed for senior nutritionists, healthcare leaders, food service directors, public health professionals, and hospitality executives who seek to transform nutrition systems and food service operations through advanced research and strategic leadership.

This doctorate study program is academically positioned at a level equivalent to EQF Level 8, aligned with the 3rd European cycle, and is structured to cultivate high-level research competence, analytical expertise, and evidence-based decision-making in nutrition science and food service management.

Program Vision

Global challenges such as food security, public health nutrition, sustainability, clinical dietary management, and large-scale food service operations require innovative, research-driven solutions. Modern nutrition management goes beyond dietary planning; it integrates health policy, operational efficiency, sustainability standards, food safety, and organizational leadership.

This program is designed for professionals who aim to conduct original research in clinical nutrition management, institutional food systems, hospital and school catering services, food safety regulation, sustainable supply chains, menu engineering, and nutrition policy development. It promotes interdisciplinary research linking nutrition science with management strategy and public health outcomes.

Academic Structure

The doctorate study program consists of 7 structured modules, carefully designed to support advanced scholarly and professional development:

4 Research-Focused Modules Covering advanced research methodologies, quantitative and qualitative nutrition research, food systems analysis, academic writing, publication strategies, and research ethics.
2 General Modules Focused on strategic leadership, organizational management, regulatory frameworks, sustainability in food systems, and institutional governance.
1 Specialized Module in Nutrition and Food Service Management Dedicated to clinical and community nutrition systems, large-scale food service operations, quality assurance, food safety standards, cost control strategies, and sustainable nutrition planning.

The program culminates in a doctoral thesis and research activities, enabling participants to produce original, high-level scholarly work that contributes to the advancement of nutrition management and food service systems.

Duration and Flexibility

The minimum duration of the program is 18 months, with flexibility allowing participants to extend their study timeline according to research scope and professional commitments. This structure is ideal for experienced professionals seeking academic advancement while maintaining leadership roles in healthcare, hospitality, or public institutions.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, participants are expected to:

Demonstrate advanced research expertise in nutrition and food service management.
Analyze complex food systems and institutional nutrition programs using evidence-based frameworks.
Develop innovative strategies for sustainable and efficient food service operations.
Contribute to public health nutrition policy and regulatory development.
Publish impactful research within global nutrition and food management contexts.

This doctorate study program is designed for visionary professionals who aim to shape the future of nutrition systems and institutional food service management through rigorous research and strategic innovation.