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 Management

Feb 24
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This doctorate study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for senior professionals, policymakers, researchers, and institutional leaders who seek to advance knowledge and practice in the field of public management. Equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the Third European Cycle, the program emphasizes original research, strategic governance innovation, and high-level analytical competence in complex public sector environments.

With a minimum duration of 18 months and flexible extension options, the program is structured to accommodate experienced professionals who wish to combine advanced research with executive responsibilities in government institutions, public agencies, international organizations, and policy-oriented environments.

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

Four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research design, quantitative and qualitative methodologies, comparative public policy analysis, institutional theory, governance metrics, and academic publishing standards.
Two general modules that strengthen competencies in strategic leadership, public sector ethics, digital governance transformation, organizational resilience, and institutional reform frameworks.
One specialized module in Public Management, focusing on advanced public administration theory, public finance governance, regulatory systems, performance management, crisis governance, intergovernmental coordination, and sustainable public sector innovation.

The program culminates in a substantial thesis and comprehensive research activities that contribute original insights to the field of public management. Participants are expected to address real-world governance challenges through evidence-based inquiry, policy modeling, and institutional analysis.

Graduates of this doctorate study program are prepared to:

Produce original research in public management and governance
Lead structural reforms in public institutions
Develop advanced public policy evaluation models
Contribute to academic scholarship and policy advisory frameworks
Design governance systems that promote transparency, accountability, and sustainability

This Doctorate in Public Management is ideally suited for experienced professionals and scholars seeking the highest level of academic qualification in governance, public administration, and institutional leadership within national and international contexts.