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 Salon and Spa Management

Feb 23
2 min read

This doctorate study program is an advanced, 100% research-based academic pathway designed for senior professionals, industry leaders, consultants, and academics within the global beauty, wellness, and luxury service sectors. Positioned at a level equal to EQF Level 8 and aligned with the third European cycle, the Doctorate in Salon and Spa Management represents the highest level of academic specialization in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.

The program is structured around seven integrated modules that ensure both academic rigor and sector-specific depth. Four modules are dedicated to advanced research competencies, including research philosophy, qualitative and quantitative methodologies, strategic industry analytics, and scholarly publication development. Two general modules strengthen high-level leadership, global governance perspectives, innovation management, and sustainable organizational transformation. One specialized module focuses exclusively on Salon and Spa Management, examining strategic operations, luxury service ecosystems, brand development, international standards, digital transformation, client experience engineering, and sustainable wellness models.

As a fully research-oriented program, the doctorate culminates in comprehensive thesis and research activities that enable candidates to generate original knowledge and contribute meaningfully to the academic and professional advancement of the beauty and wellness industries. Participants critically analyze global market structures, regulatory frameworks, financial models, human capital strategies, technological integration, and evolving consumer behaviors within premium and medical-spa environments.

With a minimum duration of 18 months and flexible progression options, the program accommodates experienced professionals who seek to combine executive responsibilities with high-level academic inquiry. The structure encourages independent, evidence-based research that addresses real-world industry challenges and fosters innovative solutions for salon chains, luxury spas, wellness resorts, aesthetic clinics, and beauty-tech enterprises.

The Doctorate in Salon and Spa Management prepares candidates to operate at strategic, policy, consultancy, and academic levels. Graduates are equipped to influence industry standards, lead institutional transformation, design sustainable business ecosystems, and shape the future of global wellness entrepreneurship through research-driven insight and visionary leadership.