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About the School of Doctoral Studies
The school has a supportive environment in which scholars can develop their knowledge and research skills and thus, helping them to reach their professional goals. It is a leading school actively involved in providing high quality education at doctoral level to carry out various research, training and consultancy activities to meet the requirements of the scholars, organizations, communities and society through the highly qualified and experienced national and international professors of the university.
Message from the Senior Dean
Greetings from the School of Doctoral Studies, Build Bright University!
Thank you very much for choosing to pursue your doctoral program at Build Bright University. We appreciate the commitment you are making to earn a doctoral degree in spite of your busy schedule as almost all of you are working in different national and international organizations. In enrolling in our doctoral program, you are making a significant investment of your time, effort, and financial commitment, which we recognize very well.
Build Bright University is dedicated to helping you achieve your academic and professional goals. The School of Doctoral Studies of the university has well-equipped library for your study, and through our highly qualified and experienced international and national facilitators we provide quality lecturing and research guidance to you. With academic and practical experience, the school brings a wealth of knowledge on the courses you study and research skills on the topics you pursue research. Our approach to learning research and course works focuses on practical experiences that prepare you to solve real-world problems and make immediate contributions in your current position or next career move. Several of our degree-holders have already got promotions in their professions and hold senior positions in government, educational institutions, financial institutions, local and international NGOs, international bodies
There is no doubt that challenges await you during the pursuing of course and research works in the doctoral program, but your hard work and perseverance will count. The School of Doctoral Studies of Build Bright University is ready to assist you in making your highest educational journey rewarding. I invite you to explore the university website for more information about our doctoral programs. Should you need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me at
Sincerely,
Prof. Manaranjan Behera, Ph.D.
Programs Offered
The School of Doctoral Studies offers the following doctoral's degree programs:
Academic Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Management
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Economics
About the Programs
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Management
Ph.D. program in Management offered by Build Bright University encourages academicians, teachers, managers, consultants, social scientists, and young researchers to enhance and further their professional careers. The program is designed to advance the professional development of diverse groups of people by extending their knowledge and enabling them to make significant contribution in the field of management.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Economics
Ph.D. program in Economics offered by Build Bright University encourages academicians, teachers, managers, consultants, social scientists and young researchers to enhance and further their professional careers. The program is designed to advance the professional development of diverse groups of people by extending their knowledge and enabling them to make significant contribution in the field of economics.
Admission Requirements for the Ph.D. Programs
- Have passed all systematic and normal levels of education.
- Have the holders of master degree in the area of interest for doing Ph.D. or master degree in the related areas from any university/institution recognized by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Royal Government of Cambodia.
- Have obtained Grade Point Averages (GPA) of at least three (3.00) or have successfully completed thesis at master level
- Have competence in any foreign language (English) as the determination/ requirements of the program.
- Have basics of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills for research.
- Have the equivalence certificate of master degree from the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Royal Government of Cambodia in case of obtaining master degree outside Cambodia.
- Have precise and attainable preliminary research proposal.
- Preference will be given to applicants having at least two years of teaching/research experience or executive or managerial experience in public or private sector enterprises or experience in carrying out own business activities.
Duration, Semesters and Credits of the Ph.D. Programs:
- Three academic years
- Six semesters
- Total 54 credits
Ph.D. Program Structure:
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Coursework (21 Credits)
The coursework of the program includes the following:
- Core Common Courses –6 Courses (18 credits)
- Specialization Course –1 Course (3 credits)
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Research Work s (33 Credits)
Each student in the Ph.D. program shall have to carry out the following research activities to earn 33 credits:
- Research proposal development and defense (3 credits)
- Participation in conference/seminar/symposium/forum with presentation (3 credits)
- Preparation of personal seminar/workshop (3 credits)
- Publication of two research articles in national or international research journals (6 credits)
- Thesis preparation (9 credits)
- Thesis preparation and pre-defense (3 credits)
- Thesis completion and final defense (6 credits)
Coursework and Research Work Plan:
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Management
| Year 1 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||||
| Code | Subject | Credit | Code | Subject | Credit |
| RMD 401 | Advanced Research Methodology | 3 | RMD 402 | Qualitative and Quantitative Methods | 3 |
| CME 403 | Planning and Development | 3 | CME 40 5 | Financial Management | 3 |
| CME 40 4 | Managerial Economics | 3 | PSE 407 | Leadership and Management of Change | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | Total Credits | 9 | ||
| Year 2 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||||
| Code | Subject | Credit | Code | Subject | Credit |
| PSM 40 7 | Strateg ic Management | 3 | MGT 408 | Preparation of Personal Seminar/Workshop | 3 |
| MGT 406 | Research Proposal Development and Defense | 3 | MGT 409 | Publication of Research Article I | 3 |
| MGT 407 | Participation in Conference/Seminar/Symposium/ Forum with Presentation | 3 | MGT 410 | Publication of Research Article II | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | Total Credits | 9 | ||
| Year 3 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||||
| Code | Subject | Credit | Code | Subject | Credit |
| MGT 411 | Thesis Preparation | 9 | MGT 412 | Thesis Preparation and Pre-defense | 3 |
| MGT 413 | Thesis Completion and Final Defense | 6 | |||
| Total Credits | 9 | Total Credits | 9 | ||
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Economics
| Year 1 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||||
| Code | Subject | Credit | Code | Subject | Credit |
| RMD 401 | Advanced Research Methodology | 3 | RMD 402 | Qualitative and Quantitative Methods | 3 |
| CME 403 | Planning and Development | 3 | CME 40 5 | Financial Management | 3 |
| CME 40 4 | Managerial Economics | 3 | PSE 407 | Leadership and Management of Change | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | Total Credits | 9 | ||
| Year 2 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||||
| Code | Subject | Credit | Code | Subject | Credit |
| PSE 407 | Economics of Strategy | 3 | ECO 408 | Preparation of Personal Seminar/Workshop | 3 |
| ECO 406 | Research Proposal Development and Defense | 3 | ECO 409 | Publication of Research Article I | 3 |
| ECO 407 | Participation in Conference/Seminar/Symposium/Forum with Presentation | 3 | ECO 410 | Publication of Research Article II | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | Total Credits | 9 | ||
| Year 3 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||||
| Code | Subject | Credit | Code | Subject | Credit |
| ECO 411 | Thesis Preparation | 9 | ECO 412 | Thesis Preparation and Pre-defense | 3 |
| ECO 413 | Thesis Completion and Final Defense | 6 | |||
| Total Credits | 9 | Total Credits | 9 | ||
| Name of the Project | Funding Source | Period | Grant Amount | Main Outputs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Master’s Program in Family Business Management | Erasmus+ EU | 2023-2024 | $ 35,000 | Development of curriculum for Master of Family Business Management and VET course, and running of the program at the concerned centres |
| Society Development and Peace | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2021 | $ 15, 000 | Raising awareness, understanding, and interests in the formation of One Asian Community with common goals, benefits and values for peace and prosperity in the region |
| Industry Based Curriculum Development on Financial Services | The World Bank through the MoEYS , Cambodia | 2013-2014 | $ 37, 000 | Course syllabi were developed in response to the needs of the market and implemented. |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
| Community Development with Digital Knowledge | Eurasia Foundation, Japan | 2023-2024 | $ 10,000 | Educating the Cambodian students with digital knowledge to develop community and its formation to realize the Asian Community and One Peaceful World |
Administration:
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Prof. Dr. Manaranjan Behera Senior Dean
Tel : 012 231 790
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Mr. Yim Arun Associate Dean
Tel : 016 366 484
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Contact Us!
To discuss further about the programs, please contact:
Build Bright University,
Building A & B, Along street 1003 between streets 1988 & 1992, Sangkat Phnom Penh Thmei, Khan Sen Sok, Phnom Penh. 12101, Cambodia
Tel: 023 987 700, 012 682 777, 015 682 777
E-mail: info@bbu.edu.kh
Website: bbu.edu.kh
Facebook Page: bbu.edu.kh
