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The 180 ECTS PhD in Social Sciences program equips scholars, educators, researchers, and practitioners with advanced knowledge, research expertise, and critical analytical skills to investigate and address complex social phenomena and societal challenges.
This flexible and rigorous program is delivered entirely online, allowing students to advance at their own pace. Depending on their chosen pathway—Coursework or Research—students typically complete the program within three years, with research-focused candidates potentially completing it earlier.
The PhD program emphasizes applied research, enabling participants to integrate their findings directly into academic or professional contexts. The curriculum focuses on building essential competencies, including advanced research methodologies, critical thinking, effective communication, presentation techniques, and leadership in fostering societal and cultural transformation.
After completing the program, students will have the ability to:
The course is delivered in two segments.
Segment 1 consists of Seven modules, each one with an assignment and Segment 2 consists of a RESEARCH REPORT(paper)
Segment 1:
Modules: You will be awarded a level 8 Diploma for the completion of the coursework of the following modules.
Advanced Research Methods:
This module equips students with essential qualitative and quantitative research principles for doctoral-level studies. It covers theoretical concepts such as research philosophy and approach, alongside practical methods like research strategy, data collection, and analysis. Ethical research practices are emphasized to ensure sound decision-making throughout the doctoral process.
Advanced Human Resource Management:
Focused on managing human capital in complex organizations, this module covers recruitment, training, promotion, and motivation strategies. It aims to enhance individual contributions, foster employee loyalty, and improve operational efficiency while reducing costs.
Strategic Management and Business Analysis:
This course offers frameworks and models for analyzing competitive challenges and strategic decisions. Integrating knowledge from previous modules and case studies, students gain a comprehensive understanding of strategic management and decision-making.
Advanced Business Theories:
This module examines the intellectual evolution of business, transitioning from economics-based to behaviorally-driven approaches. Students engage with key articles and social science methods to understand the development of academic knowledge and contemporary research methodologies.
Global Financial Management:
This module delves into asset valuation and financing principles in global financial markets. Topics include the time value of money, diversification and risk, and arbitrage and hedging, with practical applications in derivatives like bonds, stocks, and options. Risk mitigation strategies using financial instruments are also explored.
Organizational Behaviour:
This module explores individual and group dynamics within organizations, focusing on organizational design, change, and inter-organizational relationships. Discussions and presentations highlight strategies for effective reorganization and behavior management.
Social Care:
examines the principles, policies, and practices involved in supporting individuals and communities to enhance well-being and quality of life. The module explores key areas such as social justice, care systems, and the impact of cultural, economic, and political factors on care delivery. Emphasis is placed on ethical decision-making, advocacy, and sustainable approaches to meeting diverse social needs.
Segment 2 - RESEARCH/THESIS:
Here, you will produce an academic standard research report in this segment. This segment will last nominally for one-two year. Your specialization depends on the topic you will select for the research.
Master’s or an equivalent recognized academic title in Business and Management
Master’s or an equivalent recognized academic title in any discipline with over five years of managerial and/or business experience
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent recognized academic title in any discipline with over eight years of managerial and/or business experience
English Language Proficiency:
Our programs are conducted in the English language. As such, you must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by submitting one of the following test scores during the application process:
IELTS Overall: 5.5
TOEFL (iBT: 58+; PBT: 490+; CBT: 167+)
TOEIC Overall: 555+
PTE Overall: 50+
Duolingo Overall: 90+
English Proficiency Waivers:
The English proficiency test is not required for the following candidates:
– Native English Speakers, OR;
– Applicants having completed their schooling in English (i.e. High School Diploma or IB), OR;
– Applicants having completed their undergraduate or graduate studies in English, OR;
– 2 years of work experience in an organization where English is the primary language of communication.
This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.
This module will equip students with the qualitative and quantitative principles to undertake research at the doctorate level. The research principles will include a review of theoretical principles informed by Research Philosophy and Research Approach along with empirical research principles involving Research Strategy, Data Collection Method and Data Analysis Method. Additionally, students will be equipped to make appropriate judgements based on ethical practices during the PhD research.
Workshops are conducted through live webinars for online students.
Weekly write-up webinars and monthly supervisor meetings will be held to offer better coordination between the student and the supervisor and achieve optimal professionalism in writing the research report.
There is no Visa requirement for this programme.
The 180 ECTS PhD in Social Sciences program equips scholars, educators, researchers, and practitioners with advanced knowledge, research expertise, and critical analytical skills to investigate and address complex social phenomena and societal challenges.
This flexible and rigorous program is delivered entirely online, allowing students to advance at their own pace. Depending on their chosen pathway—Coursework or Research—students typically complete the program within three years, with research-focused candidates potentially completing it earlier.
The PhD program emphasizes applied research, enabling participants to integrate their findings directly into academic or professional contexts. The curriculum focuses on building essential competencies, including advanced research methodologies, critical thinking, effective communication, presentation techniques, and leadership in fostering societal and cultural transformation.
After completing the program, students will have the ability to:
The course is delivered in two segments.
Segment 1 consists of Seven modules, each one with an assignment and Segment 2 consists of a RESEARCH REPORT(paper)
Segment 1:
Modules: You will be awarded a level 8 Diploma for the completion of the coursework of the following modules.
Advanced Research Methods:
This module equips students with essential qualitative and quantitative research principles for doctoral-level studies. It covers theoretical concepts such as research philosophy and approach, alongside practical methods like research strategy, data collection, and analysis. Ethical research practices are emphasized to ensure sound decision-making throughout the doctoral process.
Advanced Human Resource Management:
Focused on managing human capital in complex organizations, this module covers recruitment, training, promotion, and motivation strategies. It aims to enhance individual contributions, foster employee loyalty, and improve operational efficiency while reducing costs.
Strategic Management and Business Analysis:
This course offers frameworks and models for analyzing competitive challenges and strategic decisions. Integrating knowledge from previous modules and case studies, students gain a comprehensive understanding of strategic management and decision-making.
Advanced Business Theories:
This module examines the intellectual evolution of business, transitioning from economics-based to behaviorally-driven approaches. Students engage with key articles and social science methods to understand the development of academic knowledge and contemporary research methodologies.
Global Financial Management:
This module delves into asset valuation and financing principles in global financial markets. Topics include the time value of money, diversification and risk, and arbitrage and hedging, with practical applications in derivatives like bonds, stocks, and options. Risk mitigation strategies using financial instruments are also explored.
Organizational Behaviour:
This module explores individual and group dynamics within organizations, focusing on organizational design, change, and inter-organizational relationships. Discussions and presentations highlight strategies for effective reorganization and behavior management.
Social Care:
examines the principles, policies, and practices involved in supporting individuals and communities to enhance well-being and quality of life. The module explores key areas such as social justice, care systems, and the impact of cultural, economic, and political factors on care delivery. Emphasis is placed on ethical decision-making, advocacy, and sustainable approaches to meeting diverse social needs.
Segment 2 - RESEARCH/THESIS:
Here, you will produce an academic standard research report in this segment. This segment will last nominally for one-two year. Your specialization depends on the topic you will select for the research.
This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.
This module will equip students with the qualitative and quantitative principles to undertake research at the doctorate level. The research principles will include a review of theoretical principles informed by Research Philosophy and Research Approach along with empirical research principles involving Research Strategy, Data Collection Method and Data Analysis Method. Additionally, students will be equipped to make appropriate judgements based on ethical practices during the PhD research.
Master’s or an equivalent recognized academic title in Business and Management
Master’s or an equivalent recognized academic title in any discipline with over five years of managerial and/or business experience
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent recognized academic title in any discipline with over eight years of managerial and/or business experience
English Language Proficiency:
Our programs are conducted in the English language. As such, you must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by submitting one of the following test scores during the application process:
IELTS Overall: 5.5
TOEFL (iBT: 58+; PBT: 490+; CBT: 167+)
TOEIC Overall: 555+
PTE Overall: 50+
Duolingo Overall: 90+
English Proficiency Waivers:
The English proficiency test is not required for the following candidates:
– Native English Speakers, OR;
– Applicants having completed their schooling in English (i.e. High School Diploma or IB), OR;
– Applicants having completed their undergraduate or graduate studies in English, OR;
– 2 years of work experience in an organization where English is the primary language of communication.
Workshops are conducted through live webinars for online students.
Weekly write-up webinars and monthly supervisor meetings will be held to offer better coordination between the student and the supervisor and achieve optimal professionalism in writing the research report.
There is no Visa requirement for this programme.
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