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.

Master in Nursing Management (Mental Health)

Feb 23
2 min read

This Master study program is designed for nursing professionals and healthcare practitioners who aspire to advance their leadership and research expertise in mental health service management. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 7 and aligned with the Second European Cycle, the program reflects strong academic standards and professional specialization within contemporary mental health systems.

As a 100% research-based program, it emphasizes evidence-based leadership, ethical decision-making, and strategic development of mental health services across clinical, community, and institutional settings. Participants critically examine mental health policy, service governance, safeguarding frameworks, multidisciplinary coordination, risk management, quality assurance systems, and the integration of innovative care models in psychiatric and psychosocial environments.

The academic structure consists of five integrated modules designed to balance research excellence with applied leadership competence:

Two research-focused modules developing advanced competencies in research methodology, qualitative and quantitative analysis, academic writing, and applied mental health research.
Two general modules strengthening leadership theory, organizational management, healthcare governance, and strategic planning in complex health service environments.
One specialized module in Nursing Management (Mental Health) addressing service leadership in psychiatric settings, crisis intervention systems, community mental health management, workforce strategy, patient-centered recovery models, and performance optimization within mental health organizations.

The program culminates in a thesis and structured research activities, enabling participants to conduct in-depth investigations into real-world challenges in mental health nursing management and to generate meaningful, practice-oriented solutions.

With a minimum duration of 12 months and flexible study options, participants may extend their academic pathway in alignment with professional commitments. The program carries an academic workload equal to 60 ECTS, reflecting its advanced academic rigor and professional scope.

This Master study program prepares graduates to assume leadership roles in psychiatric hospitals, community mental health services, rehabilitation centers, and policy-oriented healthcare organizations, contributing to improved mental health governance and sustainable service development at national and international levels.