Doctor of Majors

MI Swiss believes that the Doctor of Majors program will be the ideal choice for doctoral candidates seeking to develop both applied and academic research skills.

The program specialized in management and business, adopts a research approach from the beginning (By Research). It focuses on developing research skills with applied orientations in the field of administration and management, comprising two stages:

(1) The learning stage of research subjects to orient research and understand scientific research methods in education, and

(2) The research and thesis formation stage of the doctoral in Education under the guidance of faculty.

Through the MI Swiss Institute for International Cooperation, learners can participate in original programs and receive exclusive study support from SIMI Swiss, while also earning qualifications from University of Information Technology and Management (UITM), Poland. This model helps students save up to 80% of tuition compared to the original cost when not getting a qualification directly from SIMI Swiss.

The program consists of mandatory modules and a Doctor’s Dissertation, totaling 240 UK/120 ECTS Credits, lasting a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 years.

Mandatory modules:

• Course: Developing Research Capability (60 UK/30 ECTS Credits)
• Activity: Present Research Proposal in the Colloquium
• Course: Advanced Research Design and Methodologies (60 UK/30 ECTS Credits)

Doctor’s Dissertation Stage (120 UK/60 ECTS Credits):

• Activity: Working with Research Supervisor for Dissertation
• Activity: Present the research result in Colloquium
• Activity: Defend the Dissertation

Specializations on the Doctoral degree from UITM, based on the research topic of the PhD thesis:

1. Doctor of Public Administration
2. Doctor of Finance & Banking
3. Doctor of Education
4. Doctor of Tourism & Hospitality
5. Doctor of Project Management
6. Doctor of Finance & Risk Management
7. Doctor of Strategic Marketing
8. Doctor of Insurance & Risk Management
9. Doctor of Cargo Management
10. Doctor of Management

Students after completing the program:

1. Be able to develop research in accordance with the research context of the chosen field.

• Assess the importance, practicality, and research feasibility of the research problem in the field of interest.
• Develop and adjust the research objectives to suit the research orientation and objectives and within the research time limit.
• Analyze, consider options, and make appropriate research choices.

2. Be able to collect, arrange, and select theoretical bases for a doctoral research topic

• Collect theoretical bases related to a business and management research topic.
• Group and form a theoretical base structure for a management science research topic.

3. Be able to design a complete research study

• Know how to review previous studies, know how to select relevant studies to support the research planned to be conducted.
• Design a research study that is appropriate to the research objectives, research questions and research time frame.
• Adjust the chosen research method with consideration of research ethics and feasibility.

4. Ability to form a research proposal and complete the study

• Formulate a research question, consider the theoretical basis and research model.
• Develop research according to international standards through the formation of a complete Thesis in the chosen major.
• Know how to present research to a scientific council.
• Ability to argue and persuade.

In addition to the entry requirements, candidates applying to the program are also assessed for their suitability by the admissions committee before joining the program to ensure that they can acquire and benefit from the program.

Entry requirements:

To enroll this program, learners must possess one of the criteria below:

• Learners must be over 24 years old; and
• A Master’s qualification in Majors from accredited universities; 
• Or a Level 7 EQF diploma or equivalent. Level 7 Diploma must be from organizations that are authorized to issue qualifications and have been accredited.

English requirements:

If a learner is not from a predominantly English-speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.

• Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent;
• Or A minimum TOEFL score of 101 or IELTS 6.5; Reading and Writing must be at 6.5 or equivalent.

Please note: SIMI and MI Swiss reserve the right to make admissions decisions based on the requirements of recognized agencies and the global quotas of the program.

MI Swiss functions as an International Cooperation Institute of the Swiss Information and Management Institute (SIMI Swiss), established with the aim of providing learners with more opportunities to participate in Swiss programs in the context that SIMI Swiss's tuition subsidy programs have reached their maximum quota.

MI Swiss implements SIMI Swiss programs, but learners will receive their qualifications from university partners, allowing students to save on tuition fees while still accessing Swiss-made academic programs at a more affordable cost

Learning mode

With the goal of providing an effective learning experience and adapting to the global educational landscape, programs at SIMI Swiss apply a flexible learning model (combining Live classes and online local tutors), helping to optimize learning efficiency for busy working people.

The video provides learners with a direct and comprehensive overview of enrolling in online classes at SIMI Swiss: 

Supporting Systems:

We understand that pursuing a postgraduate accredited program can be both exciting and challenging, especially for busy adult learners. To assist in overcoming challenges, we’ve developed the SIMI Swiss Supporting Systems, designed to help navigate any difficulties during learners' studies.

For a comprehensive overview of our support, please watch our informative videos for assistance at every step of your academic journey:

Effective SIMI Pedagogy:

At SIMI, we pay special attention to the effectiveness of our programs. As for our exclusive teaching method specifically designed for busy learners, we strongly believe that this method will allow learners to seamlessly integrate foundational theory and professional knowledge into the context of real life and career.

The following video will help you understand this method more deeply: 

Reference:

• Access the Academic Support Portal: CLICK HERE
• The video provide learners with a direct and comprehensive overview of the exclusive Research Support System at SIMI Swiss: CLICK HERE

A colloquium is a formal academic gathering where experts, scholars, and students come together to discuss specific topics, share research, and exchange ideas. Typically held within academic or professional settings, colloquia serves as a platform for intellectual engagement and knowledge dissemination. SIMI Swiss, the governing body of MI Swiss, collaborates with partner universities to organize colloquium for students. After attending a colloquium abroad, students engage in networking activities to build connections within the academic and professional communities.

SIMI Swiss owns the Swiss Colloquium. Check it out HERE.