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  • Degree: DPR
  • Language: EN
  • Duration: 12-36 months
  • Application Deadline: September
  • Program Start: October
  • Study: faculty / online
  • Tuition Fee: 14,900 euro (scholarships available)
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SPECIALIZED DOCTORAL PROGRAM
(DPr.)

DPr. is top-level professional doctoral degree for academicians with a specialization profile, who work at universities or research institutes worldwide. It is opened 1x / year during September.

Specializations examples:
Doctor of Education, Doctor of Information and Communication Technologies, Doctor of Psychology and Social Care, Doctor of Healthcare Management.

Difference between DPr. and Ph.D.

When choosing between Ph.D. (not available at EIASM) and DPr., you need to consider the following aspects:

Future career:

Ph.D. = academic degree. Prepares you for a career in education research and teaching.

DPr. = professional degreee. Builds your leadership through research and practical application of research theories.

Time commitment:

Ph.D. in education delves more deeply into a specific area of research that can often take 4 to 6 years to complete.

DPr. can be completed in shorter time. DPr students often work full time while pursuing their degree.

Studies

A candidate for DPr degree has to complet an online / part-time course at EIASM. It consists of a taught component and a major research scientific project and its presentation. Completion of the program takes 3 years. This period can be extended up to 5 years in total. The program can be finished earlier if the student manages to complete all the requirements (complete the courses, write a dissertation). It includes frequent contact with the supervisor. There are also specializations in other areas than business (business is covered in our DBA program).

Taught Component

Taught component requires to obtain 180 credits during the course. Students need to complete the following courses as a part of a training program in research methods and skills.

Candidates who fail the requirements or required documentation may be re-examined on such terms as the Senate, on the recommendation of the EIASM.

  • Research Methodology and Realist and Interpretive Qualitative Research
  • Survey-Based and Statistical Research
  • Developments in Management Research
  • Current Issues in Management Research
  • Development and Presentation of a Project in the Field of Chosen Area/Specialization
  • Doctoral Thesis (Defence of Capstone Project)
  • Vocational Training

Capstone Project

Candidates have to submit a research thesis on an approved topic. The thesis should offer an original application of knowledge in the area of specialization and should demonstrate the candidate’s ability to integrate rigorous academic analysis with practical real-world relevance and application.

The chosen subject should be considered in terms of future career plans. Students are offered positions due to their DPr. research. The thesis can take many forms, including research-based thesis (min. 20,000-40,000 words), business plan, case study, report (or a combination of all of these).

The output is a substantial report combining student’s experience with DPr. knowledge to provide research, analysis and recommendations. EIASM helps the students to proceed with their research.

DPr. program utilizes the latest academic methodologies and usem them in delivering a highly versatile learning experience. You can study part-time at the faculty (during selected weekends) or online. Therefore, our program is suitable for people working full-time. During the studies, you can be in a constant contact with supervisors and personal consultants. All you need is an access to the Internet. Our challenging course is designed for specialists who seek career challenges, progress and advancement.
Viktor Korček,
Ph.D., DPr. Program Director

Admission Criteria

  • Master / MBA degree
  • Work experience
  • Proficiency in English (TOEFL / IELTS tests)

Required Documents

  • Application Fee: 50 euro
  • Resume / CV
  • Scanned copy of passport / national ID
  • Scanned copies of academic diplomas and transcripts

SPECIALIZATIONS

Specializations:

  • Finance
  • Economics and Business
  • Management
  • Accounting and Audit
  • Commercial Law
  • Digital Business Management
  • Corporate Law
  • Economics and Management
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • International Relations and Law
  • Hotel, Tourism and Event Management
  • Human Resources and Psychology
  • Management in Education
  • Pedagogy and Psychology
  • Natural Resources Management
  • Project Management
  • Information and Communication Technologies
  • Management in Health Care
  • Art Management

If you want to focus your dissertation on another topic, let us know. We will discuss it with the Board and let you know. This study program has a strong academic focus. 

Students may also study optional courses (e.g. student may study Blockchain course even of they study Human Resources and Psychology course).