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 Public Health and Healthcare Administration

Feb 18
2 min read

The Doctorate in Public Health and Healthcare Administration is a 100% research-based doctorate study program designed for senior healthcare leaders, public health professionals, policy advisors, hospital executives, and healthcare consultants who seek to strengthen health systems through advanced research and strategic governance.

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 leadership in public health and healthcare administration.

Program Vision

Public health systems worldwide are facing complex challenges, including emerging diseases, demographic shifts, health inequities, digital transformation, financial sustainability, and global health emergencies. Addressing these challenges requires leaders who combine scientific research capability with administrative excellence and policy insight.

This program is designed for professionals who aim to conduct original research in public health strategy, healthcare governance, health systems management, epidemiological policy planning, quality assurance frameworks, health economics, and institutional healthcare reform. It promotes interdisciplinary research linking public health science with administrative innovation and system-wide transformation.

Academic Structure

The doctorate study program consists of 7 structured modules, carefully designed to develop advanced research mastery and specialized public health leadership expertise:

4 Research-Focused Modules Covering advanced qualitative and quantitative methodologies, public health data analysis, health systems research design, academic writing, publication strategies, and research ethics.
2 General Modules Focused on strategic leadership, institutional governance, regulatory frameworks, global health systems, and policy development.
1 Specialized Module in Public Health and Healthcare Administration Dedicated to population health management, healthcare quality improvement, health policy implementation, crisis and risk management, digital health systems, and administrative reform strategies.

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 public health systems and healthcare administration practice.

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 responsibilities. This structure makes the program particularly suitable for experienced professionals seeking to integrate academic research with executive leadership roles.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, participants are expected to:

Demonstrate advanced research expertise in public health and healthcare administration.
Analyze complex health systems using evidence-based frameworks.
Develop innovative governance and policy solutions for healthcare institutions.
Contribute to public health reform and quality improvement initiatives.
Publish impactful research within global health and healthcare administration contexts.

This doctorate study program is designed for visionary leaders who aim to strengthen public health systems, enhance institutional performance, and improve population health outcomes through rigorous research and strategic innovation.