PhD in Business and Management
Our flagship offering right now is a globally recognised, flexible online PhD in Business and Management — enrol anytime, study at your own pace, and work with global faculty throughout your journey. Full details below.
Where Academic Distinction Meets Online Innovation
Earn a globally recognised PhD in Business and Management
Research. Innovate. Lead the change.
Global Recognition
Accredited & Internationally Relevant
Research Driven
Produce Impactful Research & Publish with Confidence
Expert Guidance
Learn from Distinguished Faculty & Mentors
Flexible & Online
Study from Anywhere, Anytime – Self-Paced & Convenient
Career Transformation
Advance Your Career. Expand Your Possibilities.
Total programme fee
£16,000
Invest in knowledge. Transform your world.
Awarding Institution
IIC University of Technology
Cambodia
Accredited by the Royal Government of Cambodia (Sub-Decree No. 127). Member of IAU. Recognised by UGC Sri Lanka.
Delivery Institutions
Enterprise City Business School
UK
In partnership with Cogno Research Training & Development Institute and IIC University of Technology.
Programme Duration
2–5 years
Flexible. Self-paced. Designed for busy professionals.
Accelerated completion: complete in less than 2 years by publishing two (2) papers in Q1/ABS-ranked international journals.
How the Programme Works
- Enrol at any time of the year – no formal start date.
- Self-paced learning – study at your convenience.
- Extendable beyond minimum duration (subject to annual fees & good standing).
- Credit transfer may shorten your programme.
- Accelerated route available with research excellence (2 papers in Q1/ABS journals).
- Global faculty support & supervisor guidance throughout your journey.
Programme Overview
Welcome to ECBS, the gateway to academic excellence, as we proudly introduce our collaborative distance learning/online Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in programs with IIC University of Technology.
Rooted in a commitment to innovation and scholarly rigor, our program is designed to propel aspiring leaders and scholars in the field of business and management to new heights. Join us in this transformative journey, where cutting-edge research, distinguished faculty guidance, and a global perspective converge to shape the next generation of leaders and innovators in the dynamic realm of management. Welcome to ECBS, where academic distinction meets online innovation.
PhD Programmes Available
Select a specialisation to start your application.
- Management
- Business Administration
- Human Resource Management
- Management Sciences
- Innovation
- Marketing
- Strategic Leadership
- Enterprise Development
- Financial Management
- Accounting
- Economics
- Finance
- Organisational Leadership
- Financial Economics
- Strategic Management
- Project Management
…and more. Don’t see your field? Apply and tell us.
Doctoral Research Standard
At the doctoral level, the dissertation should be of a minimum 80,000 words, excluding footnotes, appendices and ancillary material.
The demanding standard expected of doctoral students requires them to demonstrate a high level of critical analysis and excellent written communication, as well as research skills and the capacity to plan and execute a major piece of academic work. A doctoral dissertation should be of publishable quality.
Research. Impact. Lead.
Be the change. Create the future.
Flexible · Accessible · Affordable · Globally Relevant
Apply TodayMasters & Undergraduate Programmes
Our Masters and Undergraduate Programmes are coming soon.
ECBS is finalising a range of MSc, MBA, integrated master’s and undergraduate routes in business, management, finance and strategy. In the meantime, our PhD in Business and Management is open for enrolment above — or register your interest below to be notified the moment these routes open.
Master of Research (MRes) in Business, Management, Strategy, Project Management, Innovation, Risk Management, Leadership, Marketing, Accounting and Finance
Our flagship research masters, preparing students for careers in research, finance, accounting, risk management, data science, project management, digital transformation, academia, and high-level consultancy.
Integrated Master's Programme
A credit-bearing preparation course — upon successful completion, continue your master's studies with one of our partnered UK universities.
Pre-Master's Programme
In Business, Leadership, Strategy, Innovation and Management — the business knowledge, academic study and English skills needed to succeed on a UK master's degree.
MSc & MBA Catalogue
Our named MSc, MBA and Executive Diploma programmes are being finalised for launch. Register your interest to be first to know.
Undergraduate Business Degrees Programme
Delivered in partnership with several of the UK's leading higher education providers — business, management, finance, banking, accounting, tourism, healthcare and technology. Register your interest to be first to know.
The full picture
Key academic offerings
Beyond the PhD, ECBS offers a wider range of academic pathways with a strong emphasis on research and practical application.
Pre-PhD Programme
Set yourself up for success in your PhD. If you want to ensure that you have the optimal start to your PhD, then the Pre-PhD Programme is ideal for you. This online programme has been designed to help you acquire advanced academic literacy skills. You will also receive expert advice on how to write a research proposal that will help you stand out from other PhD candidates.
International Foundation Programme in Business
Our online International Foundation Programme in Business is designed to prepare you for a successful start at a UK university. Across 3 or 4 terms, you will develop the academic skills and language proficiency needed for progression into an undergraduate degree programme of your choice at an English-speaking university.
Research Degree (PhD and DBA) Programmes
Our partnerships with several top leading UK's higher education providers allow us to deliver research degrees programme to train the next generation of researchers, innovators and transform lives. See our PhD in Business and Management above for full programme details.
Executive Education
Tailored programmes for professionals seeking to enhance their leadership, business and strategic skills. Our executive programmes are also suited to corporate organisations seeking to upskills their staff on the subject of innovation, strategy, leadership, sales and marketing, finance, scaling, project management, risk management, and so on.
Short Courses and Certifications
Specialized courses focusing on emerging business trends and skills.