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 Speaking

Feb 23
2 min read

This doctorate study program is a rigorous, 100% research-based academic pathway designed for senior professionals, scholars, consultants, and leaders who seek to advance the theory and practice of public communication at the highest academic level. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the 3rd European cycle, the program emphasizes original research, intellectual contribution, and advanced strategic expertise in the field of public speaking.

Public speaking at doctoral level extends far beyond performance techniques. It is explored as a multidisciplinary field intersecting rhetoric, communication theory, leadership studies, political discourse, media strategy, psychology, sociology, and digital communication environments. The program enables candidates to critically examine how persuasive discourse shapes institutions, influences public policy, transforms organizational culture, and drives social change.

The structure of the program consists of seven comprehensive modules:

Four research-focused modules dedicated to advanced research design, qualitative and quantitative methodologies, discourse analysis, academic publishing standards, and high-level scholarly writing.
Two general modules strengthening ethical frameworks, strategic leadership theory, interdisciplinary analysis, and global communication perspectives.
One specialized module in Public Speaking, concentrating on advanced rhetorical theory, persuasive architecture, audience cognition, executive presence, crisis communication delivery, high-stakes speech performance, and strategic narrative construction.

The program culminates in extensive thesis and research activities, through which candidates produce original scholarly work that contributes new knowledge to the discipline of public speaking and strategic communication.

With a duration of +18 months (minimum duration with flexible extension options), the program is designed to accommodate experienced professionals while maintaining strong academic rigor. It prepares graduates for roles in academia, executive leadership, governmental advisory, high-level consultancy, political communication strategy, media analysis, and global organizational influence.

This doctorate study program is intended for individuals who aim to combine advanced research capability with exceptional persuasive authority, contributing meaningful intellectual and practical advancements to the evolving field of public communication.