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Experience as an asset Recognised programme 100% self-directed Part-time whilst working
For managers & lawyers

You have the knowledge. All that’s missing is the title.

From senior manager, division head or in-house counsel to a PhD – whilst working full-time, through a recognised process and entirely through your own efforts. Your practical experience is not an obstacle, but your starting advantage.

Free initial consultation → No obligation · part-time · prior work is credited
Your next career step

From expert to PhD

You’ve long since achieved depth of expertise in your field. The title makes it visible: on your letterhead, on your CV, at the negotiating table.

From department head
to a PhD
From in-house counsel / fully qualified lawyer
to Dr. iur.
From senior manager / economist
to PhD
The three most common concerns

What makes senior professionals hesitate, and why it doesn’t hold water.

Career stage – is it still worth it?
“Am I not too far along / too well-established for this?”

That’s precisely when the title enhances your standing. Your practical experience shortens the path rather than making it more difficult.

Time · alongside a leadership role?
“I have responsibilities – where am I supposed to find the time?”

Four modular phases, designed to fit seamlessly into your everyday working life. Supported alongside your job and accessible from anywhere, worldwide.

Value · does the qualification really count?
“Will the qualification ultimately be recognised and lead to career progression?”

A recognised process; the university decides. Entirely self-directed study, a qualification that stands up to any scrutiny.

The difference that no other programme offers

A title that suits your position and stands the test of time.

Those who bear responsibility can least afford a title that is open to criticism. A hard-earned PhD is genuine standing. Not a bought-and-paid-for label that is called into question at the wrong moment.

100 per cent of your own work. We do not write your thesis.
A recognised process; the university makes the final decision.
Your practical knowledge forms the basis of your research.
AI as a tool for your work, rather than simply ‘having it written for you’.
What you’ll get in concrete terms

Part-time, recognised and honest.

Part-time, without taking a career break. Easily planned alongside a management role and family life, with support available anywhere in the world.
Experience is recognised – prior learning and practical knowledge count. This shortens your path.
Recognised universities, H+ status in anabin – state-recognised higher education institutions. The university makes the decision.
Personal support at every stage: a dedicated contact person, structured methodology and feedback, on an equal footing.
Realistic timetable: An honest roadmap rather than ‘record-time’ promises.
Free, no-obligation initial consultation: An honest assessment of whether and how this is feasible for you.
How it works

Four modular phases to a PhD

Each phase is a clear step with a defined outcome. You always know where you stand.

Preparation

Refining a topic from your practice, drafting an exposé, and finding a suitable university and supervisor.

Application

Admission to the recognised process, with structured support.

Research phase

Research and writing using a structured methodology, with feedback and a timetable. Your work.

Final examination

Prepare thoroughly for your defence, right through to the award of your degree.

Frequently Asked Questions

What you need to know before you speak.

Am I already too well-established to do a PhD?+

On the contrary: your practical knowledge is the best foundation for a relevant research topic. Many people complete a PhD whilst working, particularly those in senior positions; the degree rounds off their professional profile.

Will you write the thesis for me?+

No. Our principle is 100 per cent independent work. We provide structure, methodology, supervision and tools. You carry out the academic work. That is precisely what makes the qualification unassailable.

Is the doctoral degree recognised and valid in my country?+

We work exclusively with state-recognised universities. All participating higher education institutions are listed in anabin, the official database of Kultusministerkonferenz, with H+ status, meaning they are classified as higher education institutions recognised in Germany. The degree is awarded through a standard doctoral procedure involving supervision, examination and your own research; the decision to confer the degree rests solely with the university.

Whether and in what form you are permitted to use the title is determined by the country in which you use it. The same criteria are assessed everywhere: a recognised higher education institution and a standard procedure. Only the competent authority has a different name: in Germany, the anabin and the ZAB; in Turkey, the YÖK; in Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Education; in the UAE, the MOHESR; and within the EU, the relevant ENIC-NARIC authority. During your initial consultation, we will tell you which authority is responsible for your case and what it checks. This information is provided for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice.

Which specialist areas do we support?+

Our main areas of focus are Management & Economics and Law (for lawyers), as well as Healthcare. Please also feel free to speak to us about related fields.

How much time do I need to set aside alongside my job?+

That depends on your subject area and prior knowledge. We’ll draw up a realistic schedule that fits in with your daily life – we don’t make any ‘record-time’ promises.

Your next step

Free initial consultation, with no obligation.

A 15-minute session during which we’ll assess your current situation and give you an honest assessment of whether and how a PhD is feasible for you.

Please fill in your contact details in the form. We’ll ring you back and sort out all the details during the call.

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