Study Fee: Click here to view the tuition and subscription options. 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. 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.

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PhD in Business Administration and Strategic Management (PhD by Research)

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This 100% research-based doctoral program is designed for ambitious professionals, executives, and academics ready to make original, high-level contributions to the fields of business leadership and organizational strategy. Focused entirely on independent academic inquiry, the program empowers you to challenge existing paradigms, develop innovative strategic frameworks, and solve complex global business challenges.

Program Structure

The curriculum is driven entirely by applied and theoretical research, consisting of:

6 Research-Related Modules: Core methodological and theoretical frameworks, evaluated through comprehensive academic assignments.
Thesis and Research Activities: The core of the doctoral journey, requiring the independent development of a rigorous, original thesis alongside continuous academic research activities.

Duration & Flexibility

2+ Years: The program has a minimum duration of two years. However, the study timeline is highly adaptable, offering students the flexibility to extend the program to accommodate their individual research pace, professional commitments, and project scope.

Global Academic Standing

ISCED / EQF Level 8: This program is officially recognized at Level 8. (Note: The International Standard Classification of Education [ISCED] and the European Qualifications Framework [EQF] are standardized global systems used to compare education levels across different countries. Level 8 is the highest possible tier in both frameworks, exclusively reserved for terminal doctoral degrees and advanced research).
3rd European Cycle: The degree corresponds directly to the 3rd cycle of the European Higher Education Area (the Bologna Process).
180 ECTS Equivalent: While formal academic doctorates at this level do not carry official European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) numbers, the rigorous academic workload and research output of this program are fully equivalent to 180 ECTS.

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This program is also offered fully online.

We would like to highlight that 89% of students complete the program within the expected timeframe.

Language of Instruction: English

All our online executive postgraduate programs (Master’s and Doctorate levels) are fully research-based, allowing students to complete their studies through guided research.

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