Ph.D. Economics and Business – Economics and Management
On campus learning,
Full Time,
Doctoral and postdoctoral
The total service fee for this program:
€ 299
Pre payment for this program:
€ 99
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ABOUT
Studying Doctoral program in Economics and Business – Economics and Management at Latvia University in Latvia:
The doctoral study programme “Economics and Business” is the only programme of its kind in Latvia, which will cover the sub-branches of the economy and entrepreneurship sector. The purpose of the doctoral programme is to prepare highly qualified researchers, industry and organization leaders, as well as academics capable of developing independent research in the field of economics and business, obtaining scientifically original and proven results, thereby demonstrating their competence in research, organization and management in economics, addressing business and educational development and innovation challenges; to prepare highly qualified professionals with internationally comparable competencies in the field of economics and business and an internationally comparable Doctor in Science degree, providing the national economy with highly qualified professionals.
Necessary information:
Full time studies – 3 years.
Amount of credits: 144 credit points or 216 ECTS
EU/EEA/Swiss citizens and their family members; Long Term Resident EU – 2900 EUR per Year.
Other сountry citizens – 3170 EUR per Year.
degree obtained: Doctoral Degree of Science Doctor of Science (Ph.D.) in Social Sciences
European Qualifications Framework (EQF) level: Level 8
International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) level: Level 8
Accreditation: the program is accredited until 30.09.2027
Curriculum:
The study program is divided into three years, during which seminars, research colloquiums, doctoral students’ workshops and training activities take place. As well as doctoral students take part in conferences, write scientific publications and doctoral thesis.
Third study year is dedicated to complete dissertation. This is accompanied by doctoral colloquia. The defence of the dissertation takes place after fulfilment of all requirements and the achievement of all credit points.
Career opportunity:
To develop critical, analytical thinking, creativity, leadership, ability to independently articulate research ideas, plan, structure and lead large-scale scientific projects also in an international context, conduct research / development tasks in companies, institutions and organizations that require extensive research knowledge and skills, ability to work in a team, working with professionals from different sectors.
Application Requirements:
applicants must have:
- Master’s degree in management science, economics and business, or comparable education
- Master’s degree in other social sciences, education sciences or comparable education, for person with at least two years of professional experience in management of enterprises and institutions
- Master’s degree in other natural sciences, engineering sciences or comparable education, for person with at least two years of professional experience in management of enterprises and institutions
- Entrance examination (interview) with all applicants
English language requirements:
International applicants who wish to enter this university and study at different levels in English must prove that they have enough English language proficiency to study at this university.
| Language certificate | Overall score (bachelor) |
| TOEFL IBT | 80 |
| IELTS | 6 |
| Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English | C2 |
| Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English | C1 Advanced |
| PTE (Pearson Test of English) General | C1 Advanced – B |
If the applicants did not pass English language tests, they can take the online English test of this university and pay 40.00 EUR. Overall, it is critical to know that applicants with previous international education in the English language (like secondary or high school) do not need to present an English language certificate.
Deadlines and intakes:
Autumn Intake (application start: 02 Jan 2023; studies start in Sept 2023)
FREE VISA SERVICE
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Expenses (EUR)
3170
Application Fee
141
Program expenses
University & General Expenses
accommodation
International and local students can apply for accommodation and choose from the accommodation options which the university offers them. For example, the “PRIMA” MAZĀ LUBĀNAS IELA 6, Riga, LV-1019 (nine floors, shared living room, shared bathroom, and other necessary living facilities) or “Reznas” MAZĀ LUBĀNAS IELA 11, Riga, LV-1019 (five floors, tenant, shared shower and kitchen). Furthermore, all these accommodation options are less than 20 minutes away from the university campus with well-developed public transportation systems, pay attention that international students must apply for accommodation only after acceptance in their chosen field of education.
After Graduation
Most of the undergraduate and postgraduate programs at this university are full-time. Therefore, the students will not have enough free time to apply for part-time jobs in this country. Furthermore, we recommend you focus on your studies at this university and achieve the best results. Then, you can apply for the best job position in this country or the global job market with direct help from the university and its partners. On the other hand, if international students want to apply for a part-time job and study part-time in this country, they must refer to their passports to see whether they are allowed to work while studying or not.