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International Doctoral Partnership Framework

AGS Paris – SEEU (Tetovo)
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This agreement provides for a structured and integrated doctoral pathway, enabling doctoral candidates to complete the majority of their doctoral training at AGS Paris, before finalizing their studies at SEEU.

Structure of the Doctoral Pathway

• Phase 1 (24 months – 120 ECTS)
Doctoral candidates complete the first two years of their doctoral programme at AGS Paris, either:
• on-site in Paris, or
• through distance/online learning.

This phase covers academic coursework, applied research activities, and the structuring of the doctoral dissertation, within the framework of the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programme offered by AGS Paris.

• Phase 2 (3 to 6 months – 60 ECTS)

Doctoral candidates then continue their programme at SEEU (Tetovo, North Macedonia) for a period of three to six months, in order to:
• finalize their research work,
• fulfill local academic requirements,
• prepare for and complete the doctoral examination and thesis defense procedures.
The overall doctoral pathway represents a total workload of 180 ECTS credits, in accordance with European standards for third-cycle (doctoral) studies.

Degrees Awarded

Upon successful completion of the program and subject to validation of the respective academic requirements, doctoral candidates are awarded:

• the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree conferred by AGS Paris, and
• a Doctor of Economic Sciences (State-recognized PhD) conferred by SEEU, according to the selected specialization:
o Economics (PhD-EC-180)

The doctoral degrees awarded by SEEU constitute officially recognized State PhD degrees, fully compliant with the European LMD (Bachelor–Master–Doctorate) framework and ECTS system, and are recognized at the international level.

Objective of the Partnership

The purpose of this agreement is to offer selected doctoral candidates an international doctoral pathway that combines:
• the academic and professional expertise of AGS Paris, and
• the awarding of a State-recognized PhD degree by a legally accredited university.
This partnership aims to enhance the academic and professional employability of graduates, while ensuring a high level of scientific rigor and institutional quality.

Doctoral Program Fact Sheet

PhD in Business Administration (PhD-BE-180)

Faculty / Academic Area
Business & Economics

Degree Awarded
Doctor of Economic Sciences (PhD)
Specialization: Business Administration

Program Code
PhD-BE-180

Level
Third Cycle – Doctoral Studies (PhD)

Duration
3 academic years (minimum 6 semesters)

Credits
180 ECTS

Language of Instruction
English (subject to cohort and supervision arrangements)

Program Objectives

The PhD in Business Administration is designed to prepare doctoral candidates for advanced academic and applied research in management and organizational studies.
The program aims to:
• develop high-level competencies in business strategy, leadership, and organizational governance,
• prepare decision-makers and executives capable of managing complex and uncertain business environments,
• foster independent scientific research contributing to economic and social development.

Program Structure

The doctoral program combines:
• advanced coursework,
• doctoral seminars,
• independent research,
• and the preparation and defense of a doctoral dissertation.

Typical first-semester courses include:
• Quantitative Research Methods (10 ECTS)
• Theory of Organization – Multidisciplinary Approach (10 ECTS)

Subsequent phases focus primarily on research, publication, and dissertation work.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, graduates are able to:
• analyze organizational and managerial practices,
• evaluate and design business and governance models,
• contribute to macro- and micro-level economic and managerial decision-making,
• conduct independent or collaborative research,
• publish scientific articles in international peer-reviewed journals.

Academic Requirements

Doctoral candidates are required to:
• publish at least two scientific articles in international journals,
• participate in doctoral seminars,
• complete an international mobility period (minimum one week),
• publicly present research progress,
• and successfully defend the doctoral dissertation.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees (or equivalent), totaling at least 300 ECTS,
• Minimum GPA equivalent to 8.00 / 10,
• Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent), if prior studies were not conducted in English.