About the Program
Our Business Administration doctorate program is designed to transfer modern management practices and theoretical approaches to our students and to guide them toward scientific research which will contribute to the country's management and the available literature in the field. The program is based on elective courses that allow students to concentrate on specific areas based on the basic functions of the field of business. Some of these elective courses include investment analysis and portfolio management, retail marketing strategies, advanced Microsoft Excel applications for businesses, financial markets and institutions theory, total quality management and quality assurance systems, and quantitative management techniques. Likewise, a wide range of courses are offered to focus specifically on management and leadership. Organizational theories and new organizational practices such as networking in light of the new technological developments and possibilities brought by the Internet can be studied.
Educational Opportunities
In CIU, doctoral studies provide research on current topics regarding management science, management theories, statistics, economics and research methods. The medium of instruction is English, and students progress through the program, taking basic courses together. Before reaching to the thesis semester, the students are expected to decide on their field of expertise in close cooperation with the faculty supervisors. The conclusion of doctoral studies includes the preparation of the thesis proposal and the actual completion of the thesis research followed by the defense of the thesis in front of a jury consisting of academics. Throughout doctoral education, students are encouraged to submit papers at conferences and publish articles in prestigious journals. This program is also offered in German as the medium of instruction.
Career Areas
It is generally accepted that the purpose of the Ph.D. study is to prepare students for academic life. However, in today’s world, the very high degree of complexity that business models have had, and the tendency to change rapidly, has led to a great demand for staff with Ph.D. degree in the field of business. In this regard, this program enables graduates to pursue careers in the academic field and to take part in top management positions in business life. In the current business landscape, no matter the activity or the level of education, it is imperative to follow scientific developments closely and constantly renew one’s knowledge and skills. In this sense, the Ph.D. education at our university will enable graduates to be close to continuous scientific work as well as allowing them to follow the latest developments and to develop themselves.
Contact
Institute of Graduate Studies and Research
Graduate Sciences and Education Center, GE106
Tel: +90 392 671 1111 Extension: 2776
Institute E-mail: ciu-institute@ciu.edu.tr
Compulsory Courses
First Semester
ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS
Course code
BUSN605Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
0STRATEGY IN THEORY AND PRACTICE
Course code
BUSN630Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8DATA ANALYSIS AND COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN BUSINESS
Course code
BUSN631Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8SEMINAR
Course code
BUSN690Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
5Second Semester
DISSERTATION
Course code
BUSN600Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
PH.D QUALIFICATION EXAM
Course code
BUSN650Credit
0Theoretical
0Practical
0Ects
8ELECTIVE I
Course code
BUSN6X1Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
0ELECTIVE II
Course code
BUSN6X2Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
0ELECTIVE III
Course code
BUSN6X3Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
0Philosophy of Science
Course code
PHIL601Credit
3Theoretical
3Practical
0Ects
8Elective Courses
Students who are interested in pursuing advanced graduate studies leading to a master’s, doctoral degree or professional doctorate degree for the Fall and Spring semesters every year. Applicants can directly apply online to our graduate programs using the application portal.
TR Applicants- Required documents:
- Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Diploma
- Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree transcripts for each completed academic term/year.
- Valid ALES result in document (must not exceed 5 years),
- Documents to prove English proficiency for English language departments,
- Scanned copy of passport or identity card.
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TRNC Applicants- Required documents:
- Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Diploma
- Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree transcripts for each completed academic term/year.
- Documents to prove English proficiency for English language departments,
- Scanned copy of passport or identity card.
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Students who are interested in pursuing advanced graduate studies leading to a master’s, doctoral degree or professional doctorate degree for the Fall and Spring semesters every year. Applicants can directly apply online to our graduate programs using the application portal.
International Applicants- Required documents:
- A valid Bachelor’s Degree and transcripts for each completed academic term/year.
- A valid Master’s Degree and transcripts for each completed academic term/year.
- Evidence of English Language competence: TOEFL (65 IBT) or IELTS (5.5). Students without these documents will take the CIU English proficiency exam on campus following arrival.
- Scanned copy of international passport/birth certificate
- CV
- PhD research proposal
- Fully completed and signed CIU Rules and Regulations document (which can be downloaded during the online application)
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Cyprus International University provides academic scholarships for its students as an incentive for success, with most students benefiting from 50%, 75% or 100% scholarships or discounted tuition fees. Click for more information.
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Fee per course | € 650,00 |
Fee for thesis (4 Semesters) | € 2.600,00 |
Fee for seminar | € 200,00 |
Scientific Foundation per course | € 150,00 |
Annual Registration Fee | € 295,00 |
VAT Exc. |