The AsiaEurope™ Doctorate combines the Ph.D in Management from Kings University College, Malaysia, with an additional Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) pathway from Euro American Institute (EAI), Malta.

It brings together an academic research doctorate in Asia and an applied professional doctorate in Europe, creating a distinctive pathway for candidates seeking both research depth and professional relevance. Each qualification remains subject to the academic and award requirements of the respective awarding institution.

The Ph.D in Management is undertaken through full-time study in Malaysia, with eligible international candidates applying for a Student Pass through the applicable Malaysian student visa process.

Candidates study as full-time international students at Kings University College in Kuala Lumpur and are subject to the academic, immigration and Student Pass requirements applicable throughout their study period.

The programme follows a research-based doctoral structure beginning with Advanced Research Methodology, followed by Research Proposal Development and Defence, ongoing thesis supervision and independent doctoral research.

Candidates progressively develop, conduct and document an original research project before proceeding through Pre-Viva Examination and the final Viva Voce. The expected full-time completion period is approximately 3 to 5 years, subject to academic progress and university requirements.

The doctoral thesis is the central component of the programme and must demonstrate independent research with an original academic or practical contribution to the field of management.

Candidates are also required to meet the programme’s publication requirements, including one publication before the data-collection and proposal-defence stage and another before the Pre-Viva, followed by successful completion of the Pre-Viva and Final Viva Voce.

Applicants are normally expected to hold a recognised Master’s degree in management, business, economics, finance, education, human resources, technology, leadership or another relevant field.

Applicants should also demonstrate appropriate research capability and an initial research direction suitable for doctoral-level investigation. Admission remains subject to academic review, research-topic suitability and the availability of appropriate supervision.

International applicants may demonstrate English proficiency through recognised qualifications including IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 60, Pearson Test of English 59 or Cambridge English 169.

Relevant exemptions may apply to candidates whose previous qualifications were substantially taught in English, subject to documentary evidence and university approval. Where permitted, candidates without the required English certificate may be given additional time to fulfil the requirement.

Candidates may pursue doctoral research across a broad range of contemporary management fields, including Strategic Management, Human Resource Management, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Governance, Educational Management, Sustainability and ESG, Digital Transformation and AI, Project Management and Operations Management.

Research topics are developed in relation to the candidate’s academic background, professional experience, research interests and the availability of suitable supervision.

Alongside the formal academic supervision provided through the doctoral programme, Asia Campus candidates receive supplementary research and academic resources powered by SIMI Swiss.

Additional support may include pre-admission research-topic development, academic and research guidance, visa preparation support, arrival and accommodation information, local orientation and ongoing student assistance throughout the doctoral journey.