Program Overview

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) represents the highest academic achievement within the postgraduate hierarchy and is generally linked with the privilege of independent and autonomous teaching at the university level.

Program Overview

Students have the flexibility to complete the part-time PhD program at the Global Humanistic University (GHU) in their native language. Throughout the program, candidates are supported by experienced advisors and professors from around the globe, guiding them toward achieving their academic goals culminating in the attainment of their PhD degree.

Admission Requirements

• Extensive professional experience.
• Completion of a diploma or master's degree (300 ECTS or equivalent Credit Points) or other equivalent studies at a recognized tertiary educational institution.
• Good knowledge of English is recommended.

Research Areas

Candidates may focus their research on specific subjects, including:

• Business Administration
• Finance
• Law

Possible Research Topics

• Finance
• Logistics
• Tourism
• Real Estate Management
• Banking and Insurance
• Public Administration and Management
• Energy
• Sports
• Management Consulting
• Environment
• Communication
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Business and Taxes
• Sustainable Management
• Marketing Management
• Health
• Company Restructuring

Structure of the Study

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program spans a study period of three to a maximum of seven years. The curriculum is structured in two phases and concludes with a total of 180 ECTS.

Phase 1

Module	ECTS
Research Proposal	5
Academic Writing/Methods Skills	15
Review of Professional Capability (Reflection)	10
Planning an Advanced Practitioner Research Programme (Exposé)	30
Any Order	60

Phase 2

Module	ECTS
Project Report (Thesis - Dissertation)	85
Research Paper	30
Oral Presentation and Viva Voce (Defensio)	5
Total	180

Graduation

Upon successful completion of the program, graduates receive the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree from the Global Humanistic University.

Recognition

The title "Doctor of Philosophy" is internationally recognized following a minimum of three years of doctoral study at the third level of the Bologna classification. Graduates who complete the PhD study course are entitled to use the title "PhD."

Admission Process

Enrollment is limited. The admission is determined based on:

• The date of binding registration.
• Fulfillment of the admission criteria.
• Appointment of an Advisor.

If an application for doctoral studies is denied due to unmet requirements, no fees are incurred, and candidates may pursue future applications.

Tuition Fees

The total fee for the program is USD 25,000, with payment plans available.

Advantages of Enrollment

• Flexibility to study in one's native language.
• Access to approximately 120 esteemed advisors and professors worldwide.
• Advisors from 40 countries, speaking a combined 20 languages.
• Faculties include Business Administration, Finance, and Law.
• Study is flexible and free from time and location constraints.
• Documentation and resources provided online.
• Accredited by AAC (National Agency of Curacao) and ACBSP (USA).
• Open enrollment throughout the year.