Study location	Latvia, Riga
Academic field	Economy and Business (ISCED 01028) Business and administrative studies (JACS N000)
Type	PhD, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years (216 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	PhD (Doctoral Degree of Science Doctor of Science (Ph.D.) in Social Sciences)
Accreditation	Study programme is accredited (to be revised in 2027)

Tuition fee	€3,370 per year
Application fee	€170 one-time
Deposit	€500 one-time
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Entry qualification

Postgraduate diploma (or higher) Postgraduate diploma (or higher) 1) Master’s degree in management science, economics and business, or comparable education; 2) 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; 3) 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. Please also add your Bachelor’s degree diploma and its supplements Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. Diplomas and transcripts issued outside EU must be legalized with legalization stamps or Apostille. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Territory requirements	Applications are NOT accepted from the following territories (based on citizenship): Bangladesh, Iraq, Pakistan, Yemen.

Language requirements

English LanguageCert International ESOL at least Level Communicator B2 (Written and Spoken exams); TOEFL IBT – at least score 72 TOEFL Essential – at least 8 points IELTS – at least score 6.00 PTE General – at least level B2 FCE – at least level B CPE – Proficiency/C2 Proficiency: any level CAE – C1 Advanced: any level If your previous studies have been completed in English but not in the country listed below, then you have to submit an official letter from your previous educational institution (e.g. university.) where it is stated that the medium of instruction was English, and you have to attend an in-person or online interview where the University of Latvia will evaluate your language skills. Applicants who have obtained the previous education in English in one of the countries listed below qualify for an exemption and do not need to provide a separate language proficiency certificate: • Australia • The Bahamas • Canada • Ireland • New Zealand • St Vincent and the Grenadines • United Kingdom • United States of America

Other requirements

At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. Successfully passed entrance examination-interview via Zoom. Applicants are to upload: 1) a thesis application (3-5 pages) for the chosen theme of the dissertation, indicating the relevant branch and sub-branch of science. The framework is available HERE 2) Filled out Curriculum Vitae in Europass format

Overview

To master research methodology, theoretical concepts, latest research methods in economics and business.
To develop independent original research in the field of economics and business, using state-of-the-art methods of analysis and data processing, obtaining scientifically original and verifiable results at the level of internationally quoted publications, thus demonstrating their competence in carrying out research work and introduction of innovations, presenting research results at conferences and seminars, being able to produce and publish scientific articles on the results of scientific research.
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.
To develop pedagogical skills to independently perform and conduct pedagogical work in higher education institutions.
To develop the ability to continuously improve one’ scientific qualification.

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 opportunities

A PhD is a well-respected qualification that prepare a student for a range of careers – both within and outside academia. Many students do go on to careers in higher education, but these include administration and leadership positions as well.